Extended Reality Lab
Collaborate - Innovate - Transform
About us
The XR Lab revolutionises education by developing immersive content to create transformative learning experiences. We specialise in personalised learning, immersive content that brings education to life and is accessible to all.
Inside the XR Lab
Industries
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Automotive
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Construction
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Education and STEM
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Healthcare
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Logistics
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Nuclear
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Sport
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Sustainability
Partnerships
Projects
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Counselling Classrooms
Our virtual counselling rooms means students can explore environments that mimic real-world therapy spaces. This allows students to assess the suitability of rooms for client safety and comfort, helping to sharpen their understanding of effective counselling settings.
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VR Maths Escape Room
Solve puzzles and beat the clock! Our immersive VR escape room challenges students to crack mathematical puzzles in a race to reach the escape pod. It's a fun, interactive way to sharpen problem-solving and maths skills under pressure.
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VR Chemistry Laboratory
Explore chemistry like never before. In this virtual lab, students can mix chemicals and watch the reactions unfold in real-time. It’s a risk-free environment to experiment, learn, and ignite curiosity about the wonders of chemistry.
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VR Carnival Games for Language Learning
We have developed VR carnival games that make learning a new language a fun, interactive adventure. With three games and multiple difficulty levels, students can practise vocabulary, pronunciation, and comprehension while enjoying a playful environment.
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VR Multi-user Environment
Bring complex models to life! This project allows students to explore 3D models of engines, vehicles, and more, enhancing their understanding of technical details in an immersive, virtual space.
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Mixed Reality AI Assistant
The future of learning is here with our AI-powered assistant. Whether you’re a student or a professional, this mixed reality application offers tailored support, providing expert guidance on academic or industry-specific topics in real time.
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Augmented Reality Human Anatomy and Physiology
Discover the human body in stunning detail. This project aims to develop an augmented reality application to explore human anatomy and physiology while scanning an image target, offering a deeper, interactive understanding of the body's complex systems.
Technologies
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Virtual Reality
Explore and learn in a fully immersive environment
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Augmented Reality
Making cutting-edge technology accessible on your phone or tablet.
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Mixed Reality
Bring digital objects into the real world.
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Artificial Intelligence
Transforming learning through a fully personalised experience.
Press and Media
XR lab in Bury St Edmunds is 'incredibly exciting' for students - BBC News
Can AI take teaching 'out of the Victorian ages'? - BBC News
Men in Black inspired lab opens at West Suffolk college | East Anglian Daily Times
XR Lab in Bury St Edmunds hosts launch event for RevolveLabs’ healthcare training technology
World class Extended Reality laboratory in Suffolk is launched - where education meets innovation
Extended reality lab launched at West Suffolk College in Bury St Edmunds
Videos
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Book the space
Crowned with the prestigious Inspiring Learning Spaces Award 2024/25, the XR Lab is more than just a venue - it’s a hub for innovation and engagement. Step into a space designed to transform your events, from conferences to immersive and interactive experiences that captivate and inspire your guests.
Complement your event with exquisite catering from our award-winning, student-run restaurant, where exceptional service and culinary artistry come together. At the XR Lab, we don’t just host events - we create unforgettable experiences that inspire and build meaningful connections.
Get in touch
XR Lab
University and Professional Development Centre
73 Western Way
Bury St. Edmunds IP33 3SP