Packt
Introduction to Unreal Engine 5 and Building the Foundations
Packt

Introduction to Unreal Engine 5 and Building the Foundations

Included with Coursera Plus

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Master Unreal Engine 5’s interface and essential navigation tools for effective workflow.

  • Learn to create, manipulate, and optimize landscapes and large-scale environments in UE5.

  • Develop complex modular structures like castles and huts using advanced mesh editing and kitbashing techniques.

  • Gain practical experience in integrating props, adding textures, and refining 3D assets for a polished environment.

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Recently updated!

December 2025

Assessments

12 assignments

Taught in English

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

 logos of Petrobras, TATA, Danone, Capgemini, P&G and L'Oreal

Build your subject-matter expertise

This course is part of the Building Medieval Worlds - Unreal Engine 5 Modular Kitbash Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
  • Learn new concepts from industry experts
  • Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
  • Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
  • Earn a shareable career certificate

There are 11 modules in this course

In this module, we will introduce you to the course structure, objectives, and outcomes. You’ll gain a clear understanding of what you’ll learn and achieve by completing the course. By the end, you’ll be prepared to dive into Unreal Engine 5 with confidence.

What's included

1 video2 readings

In this module, we will introduce you to the powerful Unreal Engine 5 interface and tools. You’ll learn how to create new projects, master the viewport for enhanced scene navigation, and explore resource packs and modular kits. By the end, you'll be ready to start building immersive environments, including a castle, with optimized performance.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on shaping your castle entrance. You’ll learn to use Unreal Engine 5’s Landscape mode for terrain creation, build a realistic castle entrance with modular kits, and adjust stone wall meshes to create smooth, natural curves. This will serve as the foundation for your castle environment.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore elevating the castle structure. You’ll learn to design archways, build functional staircases, and handle collision detection. Additionally, we’ll teach you how to refine vertical slopes in the castle walls to ensure your environment looks both functional and authentic.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will guide you in building a house from the ground up within the castle setting. You will explore modular kit bashing to create a solid foundation, learn how to build a roof for your hut, and experiment with mesh variations to give your environment a unique look.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on refining the structure of your 3D hut by adding intricate details and textures. You’ll also customize your hut with props to enhance its visual appeal and apply kitbash assets to add complexity and character to the environment.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will help you build a 3D hut from top to bottom, starting with a detailed roof and adding realistic elements like doors and overhangs. You’ll also learn how to apply composition patterns to modular houses to ensure visual cohesion and uniqueness in your castle environment.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore the creation of custom, large-scale buildings like clock towers and water mills. You’ll learn free-form modular modeling techniques to design these structures, and how to customize and extend them for maximum realism and functionality.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on integrating modular structures into a broader landscape. You’ll learn how to plan and build river pass houses, combine modular elements to form a grand watermill, and enhance custom buildings with roof archways and other architectural details.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will refine and extend your hut designs by adding tower features, reinforcing structures with stone, and populating your castle with different houses. You’ll learn how to create a variety of 3D huts that blend seamlessly into your castle environment, adding complexity and realism.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will guide you through designing a river housing area and integrating water mills into your castle harbor. You’ll enhance the visual appeal of roofs and learn to place modular assets to create a cohesive and lively environment by the river.

What's included

2 videos1 reading3 assignments

Earn a career certificate

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.

Instructor

Packt - Course Instructors
Packt
1,218 Courses295,149 learners

Offered by

Packt

Why people choose Coursera for their career

Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."
Coursera Plus

Open new doors with Coursera Plus

Unlimited access to 10,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription

Advance your career with an online degree

Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online

Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business

Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy

Frequently asked questions