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title: "Unity Learn"
content_type: pathways_landing
url: "https://learn.unity.com/pathways?language=en"
language: en
description: "Free tutorials, courses, and guided pathways for mastering real-time 3D development skills to make video games, VR, AR, and more."
last_updated: "2026-08-04T14:20:33.000Z"
---

# Learn with Pathways

Build all the skills you need to master Unity with these free online Pathways — courses designed by Unity creators, for Unity creators.

## Choose the right Pathway for you

- [Unity Essentials](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/unity-essentials?language=en) ([md](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/unity-essentials.md?language=en)) — foundational · 2 weeks
  New to Unity? This guided learning Pathway includes everything you need to get started.
- [Junior Programmer](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/junior-programmer?language=en) ([md](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/junior-programmer.md?language=en)) — beginner · 12 weeks
  Ready to code? This guided learning Pathway will take you from zero to job-ready!
- [Creative Core](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/creative-core?language=en) ([md](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/creative-core.md?language=en)) — beginner · 10 weeks
  Ready for more? Level up your core understanding of Unity with the creative aspects of the engine.
- [VR Development](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/vr-development?language=en) ([md](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/vr-development.md?language=en)) — beginner · 6 weeks
  Ready to develop for VR? This guided learning Pathway will prepare you for a job in the VR industry!
- [Mobile AR Development](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/mobile-ar-development?language=en) ([md](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/mobile-ar-development.md?language=en)) — foundational · 8 weeks
  Ready to create AR experiences? In this learning pathway, you’ll develop AR apps compatible with iOS and Android devices!
- [Game Development](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/game-development?language=en) ([md](https://learn.unity.com/pathway/game-development.md?language=en)) — beginner · 12 weeks
  Want to make your own games? Learn the basics of 2D and 3D game development and prepare for the Unity Certified Associate exam.

## Our structured learning paths take self-studying to the next level

Unity Pathways have been expertly engineered to optimize your learning experience, teaching you exactly what you need to know, when you need to know it, with a step-by-step curriculum.

- **ABC: Always Be Creating** — In every Pathway you'll create real, personal Unity projects that will push your skills forward.
- **Mission Progression** — Each Pathway is divided into discrete missions challenging you to demonstrate your new skills.
- **XP points** — Earn XP points for each tutorial you complete. The more points you gain, the closer you are to becoming a Unity pro.
- **Learn Q&A** — Engage with other devs-in-training to ask questions about the material, or share progress and motivation.
- **Pathway badge** — For each Pathway you complete, you earn a shareable digital credential.

## Teach Unity: Educator Professional Development

New Unity educators start here! This course covers everything from essentials of the Unity Editor to curriculum development guidance and support for technical classroom implementation.

- [Take the course](https://learn.unity.com/course/teach-unity-educator-professional-development)