UEFN – Student Bootcamp 2026

Who is the bootcamp for?

Many students never ship anything that real players see. Portfolio projects sit in Drive folders. The gap between “I took a game design class” and “I have a shipped, measured product with players” is where aspiring developers stall. Don’t let that be you—apply for the UEFN Student Bootcamp.

It’s designed to teach practical, real-world skills—ones that will result in a tangible product at the end. Instead of classroom-style grades, we’ll teach you to use real-world metrics like retention and playtime to assess success. Guest speakers from the industry will provide “career track” context to help you understand how your skillset can translate to a professional path.

Bootcamp details

 
The UEFN Student Bootcamp is a free online learning experience designed to teach students Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) over five days—just three hours each morning, making it the perfect way to spend your summer break. Supported by career development sessions and industry briefs, and culminating in a public showcase, it’s open to students and fresh graduates from across Europe and North America.We’re bringing The LEGO Group into the room, so if you build a LEGO island that stands out, something special could be waiting for you!

US / Europe

July 27–31 – Hands-on UEFN curriculum (three hours a day) 

Aug 1–15  – Two-week independent project work period 

Aug 17 – Island submission deadline

Aug 18–22 – Judging & award selection

Late August – Showcase event