"Where Every Real-Time Career Begins."
The 4-day Epic Games authorized intensive — built for 3D artists, game artists, and game developers stepping into Unreal Engine the right way.
KEY FACTS
START & END DATE
25th of May - 29th of May
DURATION
4 Days
SCHEDULE
Live Teaching Session – Monday till Thursday
Dubai / UAE (GST): 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Central Europe (CET): 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
LEVEL
Beginner
LANGUAGE
English
FORMAT
Online Live Virtual Training
(minimum of 6 participants per cohort)
TOOLS
Unreal Engine
PRICE
USD 525
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"NOETA has established itself as a go-to destination for mastering Unreal Engine, equipping artists and businesses with the skills needed to thrive in the region's rapidly growing creative economies. Their commitment to excellence aligns seamlessly with Epic Games' vision for fostering innovation and talent development."
— Julie Lottering, Director of Education, Epic Games
COURSE OVERVIEW.
This workshop is a fast, focused entry point into Unreal Engine 5 — designed for 3D artists, game artists, and game developers who need to add real-time 3D fluency to their toolkit without committing to a multi-month program.
In four intensive days of live instruction, you move from opening the engine for the first time to building, lighting, texturing, and rendering a complete cinematic environment. Day 1 grounds you in the editor, navigation, project structure, and the static mesh / skeletal mesh distinction that defines every Unreal pipeline. Day 2 takes you into world building with the Landscape, Foliage, and Water systems used on AAA games and virtual production sets. Day 3 moves into PBR materials and the Material Editor — the workflow studio tech artists use every day. Day 4 closes the loop with Sequencer, Cine Cameras, and Movie Render Queue, so you leave the workshop with a finished cinematic shot and a clear mental model of how the engine works in production.
This is not a recorded library you'll watch one-third of. It is twelve hours of live instructor-led training, taught by an Epic Games Authorized Instructor, sized to fit around a working week.
"Open the engine on Monday. Build your first real-time scene by Thursday."
What You Will Learn
By the end of this workshop, you will have hands-on experience across the foundational Unreal Engine 5 production pipeline — from setting up a clean project to delivering a rendered cinematic shot.
Navigate Unreal Engine 5 with confidence — editor anatomy, project structure, asset import workflows from Maya / Blender / 3ds Max, and the static mesh vs. skeletal mesh decision that defines every pipeline.
Build cinematic environments from scratch using Unreal Engine's Landscape, Foliage, and Water systems — the same toolset used on AAA games, virtual production stages, and large-scale architectural visualization.
Author production-grade PBR materials using the Material Editor, Master Materials, and Material Instances — the parametric workflow studio tech artists rely on.
Compose and render finished cinematic shots using Sequencer, Cine Cameras, and Movie Render Queue — the same tools behind The Mandalorian and AAA cinematics.
COURSE BREAKDOWN
An introduction to Unreal Engine 5's editor, project structure, viewport navigation, and the core asset distinction (static mesh vs. skeletal mesh) that defines every downstream workflow.
Foundations of Unreal Engine — Interface, Navigation & Asset Systems
Day 01
26/05/2026
Construct expansive, believable environments using Unreal Engine's native world-building toolset, populate them with optimized vegetation, and add cinematic water — all in real time, no third-party plugins required.
Building Immersive Worlds — Landscape, Foliage & Water Systems
Day 02
27/05/2026
Move from grey-box scenes to photorealistic surfaces using the Material Editor, Master Materials, and the parametric Material Instance workflow used by studio tech artists across film and games.
Physically Based Rendering (PBR) Materials & Look Development
Day 03
28/05/2026
Compose and render a finished cinematic sequence using Sequencer — the same tool behind The Mandalorian and Avatar: The Way of Water — and export broadcast-quality output ready for your reel.
Cinematic Storytelling — Sequencer, Cine Cameras & Movie Render Queue
Day 04
29/05/2026
"Mahmoud was one of the instructors of the 5-day Unreal training "Learning for Tomorrow". I was impressed by his vast knowledge of everything Unreal, he left no question unanswered and guided us safely through the sometimes challenging topics. His background as an architect also helped to cover very specific workflows from the BIM realm. I appreciated this a lot..."
— Winfried Schwan, 3D GIS Creator, Atos
What You Can Expect
This is a focused, production-oriented workshop delivered entirely online. Every session combines live instruction, structured around real-world Unreal Engine workflows. All sessions are recorded and available on demand.
LIVE INSTRUCTION
REAL-TIME FEEDBACK AND INSTRUCTOR MENTORSHIP
GLOBALLY ACCESSIBLE WITH RECORDED SESSIONS ON DEMAND
Instructor:
MAHMOUD ALKAWADRI
Mahmoud Alkawadri is an Unreal Engine Gold Tier Authorized instructor, educational advisor for Epic Games, and a member of the Visual Effects Society (VES). He is the founder of NOETA Academy — an Unreal Engine Authorized Training Center operating across Dubai, Riyadh, and Berlin — and brings over 20 years of experience across architecture, visualization, CGI/VFX, and the video game industry, combining artistic vision with deep technical expertise in real-time production.
He has developed and delivered advanced Unreal Engine training programs in collaboration with Epic Games and leading Premier Partners across Germany, the United States, Canada, and France.
In 2017, Mahmoud founded MK Design & Visualization Studio, a creative agency specializing in high-end visual content and visual effects. The studio has collaborated with clients including Epic Games, Netflix, Siemens, Deutsche Welle, EDGE Technologies, Emaar, CA-Immo, and Deutsche Telekom — building a strong international reputation in visual storytelling and digital production.
That industry experience directly informs his teaching. Specializing in cinematic storytelling and real-time virtual production workflows, Mahmoud equips students with practical, production-ready skills in Unreal Engine cinematics.
USD 525
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Valid until 05/05/2026
"The organized approach and extensive explanation of Mahmoud brought a lot more sense on how everything work together. He's an awesome teacher with patience and strong knowledge of the subject."
— Julia Atma, Visual Effects Artist, Zibra
LEARN METHOD.
NOETA's holistic education fosters deep understanding and practical skills through a unique learning cycle integrating theory, demos, and hands-on projects, delivered via a flexible hybrid model.
This comprehensive learning cycle is powered by our Hybrid Learning Model, which combines the best of both worlds:
Live Instruction: Engage in real-time sessions with expert instructors, ask questions as concepts are introduced, receive immediate feedback, and take part in interactive discussions that clarify complex topics and connect theory to practical use.
Live Lab Sessions: Move from theory to execution through dedicated hands-on lab sessions. During these labs, learners work directly on their projects while instructors provide close guidance, live feedback, and targeted corrections. This environment mirrors a professional studio setting, allowing participants to troubleshoot issues, refine their work, and develop problem-solving skills with expert support at every stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! Students interested in taking courses, may benefit from a conversation with an Admissions Advisor. Advisors can help you choose courses that are designed to meet your specific goals, taking into consideration your current skill level, weekly schedule, timeline, and budget. If you'd like help choosing courses, please contact us.
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Courses typically run for 4 Days, with sessions held on scheduled days and times.
Live Teaching Session – Monday
Central Europe (CET): 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Dubai / UAE (GST): 12:00 PM – 15:00 PM
Saudi Arabia (AST): 11:00 AM – 14:00 PM
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If you are unable to attend a class session, please inform your instructor in advance. Absences may not exceed 30% of the total course duration, and students who fail to maintain at least 70% attendance may receive an unsatisfactory grade.
Note: All classes will be recorded, and the recordings will be made available to students.
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Each class session is organized within a 3-hour Daily structure (3 hours live session). A typical class includes a short Q&A discussion, and the main lecture.
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Yes, you can. Our courses are intentionally scheduled after typical working hours to make it possible for students to balance their professional commitments while attending the program. While the curriculum is advanced and requires dedication, the schedule is designed to allow working professionals to participate and complete the coursework effectively.
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First and most importantly, you will need a computer powerful enough to run Unreal Engine smoothly. Ideally, your system should include an RTX GPU to take full advantage of ray tracing and real-time rendering features.
Minimum system requirements (Windows):
Windows 10 (64-bit)
Quad-core Intel or AMD processor, 2.5 GHz or faster
16 GB RAM or more
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card or higher
Minimum system requirements (macOS):
Quad-core Intel processor, 2.5 GHz or faster
8 GB RAM or more
Software requirement:
Before the first session, you will need to install Unreal Engine (version 5.7) on your computer. -
All live sessions will be recorded, and you will have lifetime access to the recordings so you can revisit the material anytime.
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Yes — this program is open to students worldwide. All live sessions are delivered online and scheduled to accommodate both European and Middle Eastern time zones. If your time zone falls outside these windows, every session is recorded and made available within 24 hours, so you can follow along fully on demand and stay on track with the program regardless of where you are.
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You can cancel your seat and get a refund within 14 days of purchase, as long as the course has not started.
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and apply.