Screen creation - UNREAL ENGINE

This course will be delivered over 5 days with a project submission included.

Session 1 –May 13th (10:00-14:00) Introduction Basics / UI

Session 2 –May 14th. (13:00-17:00) Material, Texture, Lighting

Session 3 – May 16th. (10:00-14:00) Blueprints

Session 4 – May 17th (13:00-17:00) Importing Assets

Project submission – May 20th

Session 5 – May 24th (10:00-15:00) Presentations

Screen creation - UNREAL ENGINE

Welcome to our exciting event where we dive into the world of UNREAL ENGINE and unleash our creativity! Join us at Weatherill House Business Centre for a hands-on experience in screen creation. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, this event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their skills and bring their ideas to life. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, create, and connect with fellow enthusiasts.

Participants will start with the basics of navigating the Unreal Engine interface and manipulating objects. The course covers lighting techniques to add depth and realism, alongside texturing and material creation for realistic object appearances. A portion will also be dedicated to Blueprints, Unreal Engine’s visual scripting system, enabling creators to introduce interactive elements and animations without complex coding.

Through hands-on projects, students will design and develop their scenes, applying their learned skills creatively. The course also includes importing assets from other software, crucial for professional pipelines and ensuring smooth collaboration across disciplines.

By the end, students will have a good understanding of scene creation in Unreal Engine, ready to explore and expand their capabilities within this platform, whether in game development, film production, or architectural visualisation.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This introductory Unreal Engine course is ideal for individuals with little to no computing experience, who are interested in stepping into the world of digital design. It is perfectly suited for those considering enrolment in a foundation or undergraduate design course, offering a gentle introduction to the essential skills and concepts of scene creation. Whether you’re aspiring to a career in game development, architectural visualisation, or film production, this course will provide the foundational knowledge needed to begin your journey. No prior experience with Unreal Engine or advanced computing skills is required, making it accessible to anyone with a passion for creativity and an interest in exploring the capabilities of digital design tools.

Please refer to our website for more info.

Facilitator – Leon Barker

With over a decade of hands-on experience developing interactive content for VR/XR/AR platforms, Dr Leon Barker brings a wealth of practical experience and knowledge to this Unreal short course. Having worked on a variety of projects in entertainment and advertising, he possesses a comprehensive skill set in coding, asset creation, and interactive storytelling. Leon is renowned for his ability to demystify complex concepts and empower students of all levels to unleash their creativity using Unreal.

Join us to learn from an experienced professional who is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience to inspire the next generation of digital immersion creatives.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Weatherill House Business Centre, New South Quarter, Croydon, United Kingdom