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This is the FAQ page of the Arcane University.
 
This is the FAQ page of the Arcane University.
  
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'''1. How can I join your community?'''
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#'''I just joined the server, what am I supposed to do?'''
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Join the Beyond Skyrim Community Discord server: https://discord.gg/qhFrJDG
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#:Please read the rules and react to it. Then  introduce yourself in the <code>General</code> channel and the course(s) you're interested in. A teacher will assign roles to you.
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#'''I have no pre existing knowledge. Can i still learn here?'''
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'''2. How can I become a qualified mod author?'''
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#:Everyone with every skillset is welcome! We teach beginners too.
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Join the Arcane University Discord server: https://discord.gg/52sbHcT
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#'''Can I share lessons or tutorials outside the server?'''
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#:Yes. AU is open for everyone to learn.  
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'''3. How can I become a member of Beyond Skyrim?'''
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#'''Is the AU only for Beyond Skyrim?'''
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Apply at our applicant's hub to one or several teams: https://beyondskyrim.org/join
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#:No, we opened the Arcane Uni and we now want to teach everyone in the Skyrim modding community.
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#'''Where do i apply for a project?'''
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'''4. What is the purpose of the Arcane University?'''
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#:If you want to apply to Beyond Skyrim, please use the form on our website: https://beyondskyrim.org/join
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It is a community network to help you hone your skills, become a great Skyrim modder and join our teams.
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#:The links to our partner projects discords and application forms can be found in #partner-project.
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#'''Does participating in the Arcane University and completing a course guarantee that I'll be recruited?'''
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'''5. Is this free?'''
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#:No. While that is the purpose of the AU and the teachers will do everything they can to help you to that goal, ultimately the decision about whether or not you will be accepted rests with the team(s) you apply for. Applications are completely independent from the Arcane University, other than the course work you submit which relies on your teachers' discretion about whether you progress.
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Respecting our Beyond Skyrim Charter, all our work and content is non-commercial, and we propagate an open, team-oriented community environment to maximize personal and community gain.
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#:You are responsible for putting everything into practice and the quality of your work will only go as far as you want it to. Building up experience and a willingness to invest a lot of time is important here, so remember to look over your work and make sure it's the best it can be. Don't get too disappointed if you are rejected however as you are welcome to come back to the AU and reapply in the future or for a different team.
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#'''Do I need LE/SE/Creation Kit etc.?'''
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'''6. What rules do I have to care about, being in the AU?'''
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#:That depends on what you're applying for. Writers for example only need access to a computer and Google Docs as they work exclusively outside of the engine. Game Writing encourages people if they would also like to do Implementation but that's not required. It is recommended however to have the CK installed to test and see how your work looks in-game.
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Please have a look at the [[Rules of the Arcane University]].
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#:Level Design and Implementation require Skyrim with all DLC installed, (Legendary Edition or LE for short), because they work within Bethesda's editor, the Creation Kit. This will also require Special Edition (SE) for future releases. Blender is a free, open source tool that is ideal for anyone new to 3D and if you're interested in Sound Design, chances are you have a suite or some tools available already. If you work digitally, Adobe's software is ideal for 2D but there are a variety of free alternatives.
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#:Ask a teacher if you need advice or help and, of course, these requirements will change if you're interested in learning multiple disciplines.
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'''7. How is intellectual property dealt with?'''
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#'''Are you getting paid?'''
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You are the owner of your assets. However, once you manage to take a claim for a team project, you grant exclusive use rights for the assets to the respective team;
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#:No. Everyone here teaches for free.
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unless the team decides otherwise. Some teams allow showing assets for portfolio, and especially reusing assets after release. Please talk to your team leads once you joined a team!
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#'''How much do i have to work? Will i get kicked out for inactivity?'''
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#:This is just a hobby. Real life is much more important. We would love to see our students as active as possible but your health is much more important.
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# '''Can i I advertise my mod/project here? Can I recruit here?'''
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#:No. Only partner projects can recruit here. We do not encourage active advertisement.
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#'''What is <code>#stewdent-collaboration?</code> Can i take part in it?'''
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#:Every six months the students are able to participate in a group project. All departments work together to create a little mod for the Nexus. The main goal is not the release itself, but rather learning, cooperation and the acquisition of new skills. These mini projects are run freely by the students and the teachers only provide technical help and guidance. Every student, with every skill level can take part.
  
 
[[Category: Arcane University]]
 
[[Category: Arcane University]]

Revision as of 18:38, 19 July 2020

This is the FAQ page of the Arcane University.

  1. I just joined the server, what am I supposed to do?
    Please read the rules and react to it. Then introduce yourself in the General channel and the course(s) you're interested in. A teacher will assign roles to you.
  2. I have no pre existing knowledge. Can i still learn here?
    Everyone with every skillset is welcome! We teach beginners too.
  3. Can I share lessons or tutorials outside the server?
    Yes. AU is open for everyone to learn.
  4. Is the AU only for Beyond Skyrim?
    No, we opened the Arcane Uni and we now want to teach everyone in the Skyrim modding community.
  5. Where do i apply for a project?
    If you want to apply to Beyond Skyrim, please use the form on our website: https://beyondskyrim.org/join
    The links to our partner projects discords and application forms can be found in #partner-project.
  6. Does participating in the Arcane University and completing a course guarantee that I'll be recruited?
    No. While that is the purpose of the AU and the teachers will do everything they can to help you to that goal, ultimately the decision about whether or not you will be accepted rests with the team(s) you apply for. Applications are completely independent from the Arcane University, other than the course work you submit which relies on your teachers' discretion about whether you progress.
    You are responsible for putting everything into practice and the quality of your work will only go as far as you want it to. Building up experience and a willingness to invest a lot of time is important here, so remember to look over your work and make sure it's the best it can be. Don't get too disappointed if you are rejected however as you are welcome to come back to the AU and reapply in the future or for a different team.
  7. Do I need LE/SE/Creation Kit etc.?
    That depends on what you're applying for. Writers for example only need access to a computer and Google Docs as they work exclusively outside of the engine. Game Writing encourages people if they would also like to do Implementation but that's not required. It is recommended however to have the CK installed to test and see how your work looks in-game.
    Level Design and Implementation require Skyrim with all DLC installed, (Legendary Edition or LE for short), because they work within Bethesda's editor, the Creation Kit. This will also require Special Edition (SE) for future releases. Blender is a free, open source tool that is ideal for anyone new to 3D and if you're interested in Sound Design, chances are you have a suite or some tools available already. If you work digitally, Adobe's software is ideal for 2D but there are a variety of free alternatives.
    Ask a teacher if you need advice or help and, of course, these requirements will change if you're interested in learning multiple disciplines.
  8. Are you getting paid?
    No. Everyone here teaches for free.
  9. How much do i have to work? Will i get kicked out for inactivity?
    This is just a hobby. Real life is much more important. We would love to see our students as active as possible but your health is much more important.
  10. Can i I advertise my mod/project here? Can I recruit here?
    No. Only partner projects can recruit here. We do not encourage active advertisement.
  11. What is #stewdent-collaboration? Can i take part in it?
    Every six months the students are able to participate in a group project. All departments work together to create a little mod for the Nexus. The main goal is not the release itself, but rather learning, cooperation and the acquisition of new skills. These mini projects are run freely by the students and the teachers only provide technical help and guidance. Every student, with every skill level can take part.
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