Course overview
Unreal Engine Fundamentals City of Bristol CollegeThis short course is introduction for anyone interested in building a game in Unreal Engine, this course covers the core principles and workflows that underpin modern game development. Focusing on building a simple level prototype and introducing blueprint scripting, it guides learners from basic scene setup to a playable environment.
The course will be running from 15/06/2026 – 03/07/2026 and 5.5 hour per day, twice per week (Monday and Friday) for 3 weeks.
Dates and applications
Please hover over the ‘i’ button to find out more about course fees and applications.
| Course Code | Dates | Days | Hours per week | Start Time | Location | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC-ENRL3-01X/PC11 | 15/06/2026 - 03/07/2026 | Mon & Fri | 10.50 | 09:30 | College Green Centre |
This course costs £400. Please contact us to discuss your payment options.
|
Enquire Enrol |
| FC-ENRL3-01X/PC11 | 14/06/2027 - 02/07/2027 | Mon & Fri | 10.50 | 09:30 | College Green Centre |
This course costs £400. Please contact us to discuss your payment options.
|
Enquire Enrol |
Additional information
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for those interested in developing skills in Unreal Engine.
Prior experience with 3D tools or basic scripting is useful but not essential.
Enthusiasm to learn and explore Unreal’s ecosystem is the main focus of this course.
What you'll learn
- Navigate Unreal Engine interface and workflows
- Create and texture 3D environments using lighting, materials, and other game assets.
- Construct simple level logic with blueprint scripting Import custom assets and set up character controls
- Integrate basic sound design and UI elements for player feedback
- Build and package a standalone project or standalone level demo
- Optimise scenes for publishing.Â
Course entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements or interviews for this course.
Learners should have a keen interest in making games using game engines and a desire to learn more techniques in a friendly and supportive setting.
Enthusiasm for using game engines and making games Basic familiarity with creative software (e.g., Blender, Photoshop, coding concepts).
Eagerness to participate in practical sessions and collaborative problem-solving.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
There is no formal assessment, but you will complete tasks, compile a portfolio of work and document your project with a reflective journal on the course.
Future career and study opportunities
Gain practical skills in Unreal Engine and game design Build a simple game prototype ready for further development Learn workflows compatible with industry-standard pipelines.
Additional costs
As a City of Bristol College student, you may incur additional costs to attend your course. For example, it is likely you may need to pay for travel and your own pair of headphones.
Many courses offer learning opportunities that you may need to pay for. This may include things like study visits and visiting speakers. We will let you know in advance if there will be additional costs.
If you are on a limited income, you may be able to receive help from our Learner Support Funding.
