These are challenging times for higher education. Adding new and niche programs can help differentiate an institution and increase enrollment. Skills in real-time 3D development (RT3D) are in demand. Many schools would love to add an innovative RT3D program to their catalogs, but lack the expertise and qualified instructors to do so. As a world-leading platform for creating and operating interactive real-time 3D content, Unity provides an ideal platform for teaching students these real-time 3D skills that are the key to securing high-demand roles in gaming, augmented reality, virtual reality, engineering, and more. The Unity Academic Alliance (UAA) is designed to help post-secondary institutions quickly start or enhance an existing RT3D program.

Why Choose UAA?

As consumer needs and industry changes, there is an accelerated demand for real-time 3D (RT3D) experiences. In fact, RT3D and XR are powering a 4th industrial revolution and Unity is part of it. You may associate Unity with game development, but it is used for much more. In Entertainment & Media, Unity is used to help create next-generation animation and film experiences. It is used for optimizing design, cost, and safety in the Engineering, Construction, and Architecture industries. Unity drives efficiencies in car development for the Transportation, Automotive, and Manufacturing industries.

The Unity Academic Alliance is designed to help post-secondary institutions succeed in developing and enhancing Real-time 3D programs:

• UAA allows you to quickly start or expand your real-time 3D development programs with competency-based curriculum frameworks, faculty & student certifications, and discounts on Unity license-based products.
• Empower faculty to learn and teach RT3D skills with professional development and Unity certifications.
• Get access to Unity’s industry-aligned products with discounts up to 70%.
• Join a community where you can exchange best practices, keep up with Unity developments, and learn from innovative education leaders.

Key Benefits of the Unity Academic Alliance

• The UAA provides access to $33,600 worth of Unity Certification exams, courseware, and practice tests. It includes support and guidance to make you successful.
• Curricular Frameworks prepare educators to teach the latest in gaming, AR, VR, architecture, engineering, and more. These Frameworks identify the key tasks an entry-level Unity developer would be expected to perform. Technical and soft skills are represented. Curricular Frameworks align with Unity Certification exam objectives allowing students to showcase their expertise. Learning resources are included.
• Instructors are supported with professional development that includes a community of instructors and member-only webinars led by Unity technical experts.
• Alliance members enjoy discounts of up to 70% on license-based products such as Unity Pro, Reflect for producing real-time 3D design reviews, MARS for creating intelligent AR experiences, and Pixyz for unlocking your 3D data for real-time development.

Learn more about how UAA can help your institution.
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