ACAD Unreal Engine Certification FAQs
Q1. What is the difference between the Complete Unreal Engine Certification (10 months) and the shorter 3-month online Unreal Engine certifications at ACAD?
Ans. The Complete Unreal Engine Certification is a 10-month, full-time, on-campus program (5-6 days a week) that covers the complete pipeline of Game Art, Game Design and Development, Animation, Cinematics, Interior and Architectural Visualization, and AR/VR on Unreal Engine. The 3-month online certifications are shorter, part-time programs (3 days a week) that focus on specific areas: Game Development, Environment Art, Animation and Cinematics, or Interior and Architecture. The 10-month program is for students who want comprehensive, studio-grade training, while the 3-month programs are for those who want to upskill in a specific area.
Q2. Is the Unreal Engine Certification from ACAD recognized by Epic Games?
Ans. Yes, ACAD is the only college in India to hold Gold Level Unreal Engine Academic Partnership from Epic Games. This means the training is directly endorsed by Epic Games, the creators of Unreal Engine. Students receive training aligned with Epic Games' standards and have access to direct workshops, priority internship opportunities, and project funding from Epic Games.
Q3. Who is this course suitable for?
Ans. The Complete Unreal Engine Certification is suitable for: (1) students who want to enter the game development, VFX, or animation industry with specialized Unreal Engine skills, (2) working professionals who want to upgrade their skills in real-time 3D, (3) architects and interior designers who want to use Unreal Engine for architectural visualization and virtual walkthroughs, (4) students already enrolled in B.Des Animation or Game Design who want additional Unreal Engine specialization, and (5) anyone interested in AR/VR development.
Q4. What career options are available after completing the Unreal Engine Certification from ACAD?
Ans. Graduates can work as Game Developers, VR Developers, Game Designers, Level Designers, VFX Artists, Environment Artists, Architectural Visualization Artists, and Cinematic Artists. Starting salaries in India range from Rs 4-12 lakhs per annum for game-related roles, and Rs 5-7 lakhs per annum for level designers. ACAD's placement cell provides support for internships and job placements, and the college's Gold Level Unreal Engine Academic Partnership provides priority access to opportunities at Epic Games partner studios.
Q5. Does ACAD have its own game production studio where Unreal Engine students can work?
Ans. Yes, ACAD is the only college in India to have its own in-house Animation and Game Production Studio. Students can work on live industry projects through this studio. The college's students have designed and developed more than 200 games on Unity and Unreal Engine, and one of their student games was ranked among the Top 5 Student Games of the Year from over 300 entries across India.
Q6. Can I pursue the Unreal Engine Certification while also studying something else?
Ans. The Complete Unreal Engine Certification is a full-time, on-campus program (5-6 days a week) and requires significant time commitment. It may be difficult to pursue simultaneously with another full-time program. However, ACAD also offers 3-month online Unreal Engine certifications (3 days a week) that are more flexible and can be pursued alongside other studies or work. Students interested in a part-time option should consider the online certifications.
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