Virtual Reality Lab Access:
Gain access to our state-of-the-art Virtual Reality Lab, where students and faculty can immerse themselves in interactive learning experiences. To use the lab, simply follow our reservation process, which allows you to book a time slot for your VR exploration. Visit this -- to book.
Eligibility: The Virtual Reality Lab is available to all registered university students and faculty members.
Technical Support:
Need assistance setting up or troubleshooting VR equipment? Our dedicated technical support team is here to help. Contact us for expert guidance and troubleshooting to ensure your VR experience is seamless.
Contact: Reach out to our technical support team via email (apbvr@uj.ac.za) or visit us in person at the APB library's Help Desk during our operating hours.
Research Support:
We're here to support your research endeavours with VR technology. Our services include assistance with data visualization, data analysis, and research-related VR applications. Schedule a consultation with our experts to explore how VR can elevate your research.
Collaborations and Projects:
Description: Discover opportunities for collaborative projects with the library. We actively engage with faculty and researchers on VR-related initiatives. If you have a proposal or idea for collaboration, we welcome your input and are eager to explore partnership possibilities.
Entertainment and Recreation in Virtual Reality:
Enriches students’ entertainment and recreational experiences by transporting them into digital immersive realms. Our Virtual Reality Lab offers a diverse range of entertainment possibilities, including immersive gaming, virtual travel adventures, and cinematic experiences that take you beyond the boundaries of the physical world. It also nurtures artistic expression by enabling the creation of 3D artworks in a virtual space, fostering creativity and innovation. Explore the limitless possibilities of entertainment and recreation within the immersive world of virtual reality.
University Facilities 360 Videos and Pictures:
Our VR Lab offers the service of capturing immersive 360-degree videos and pictures of university facilities and buildings. Whether you need stunning visuals for marketing, documentation, virtual tours, or academic projects, our team can create immersive content that showcases the beauty and functionality of your university's spaces.
How to Request: To request 360-degree video and photography services, please contact our team at (apbvr@uj.ac.za). We will work with you to understand your requirements and schedule the capture of 360 content.
View a collection of immersive 360-degree sample images showcasing our university's auditoriums, captured using our Insta360 Camera below:
Enhanced Learning Environments:
Virtual reality can be used to create immersive learning experiences in various academic disciplines. It allows students to explore historical periods, scientific concepts, and complex environments in a highly engaging and interactive manner.
Medical and Healthcare Training:
VR is valuable for medical and healthcare education. Students and professionals can practice surgical procedures, patient diagnosis, and medical interventions in a realistic but risk-free virtual environment.
Architectural and Engineering Visualization:
Architecture and engineering students can use VR to visualize complex designs and structures in 3D, helping them understand spatial relationships and design concepts.
Geospatial Analysis:
Geography and environmental science researchers can use VR to analyze geospatial data and simulate real-world scenarios for urban planning, disaster management, and environmental studies.
Language Learning:
VR can immerse language learners in virtual environments where they can practice language skills through real-life conversations and cultural experiences.
Psychology and Cognitive Studies:
Researchers in psychology and cognitive science can use VR to conduct experiments, assess cognitive abilities, and study human behavior in controlled virtual settings.
Art and Design:
Students in art and design programs can use VR to create and explore digital art in three dimensions, pushing the boundaries of creative expression.
Historical Reconstructions:
Historians can recreate historical events, buildings, and landscapes in VR, providing a new perspective for students and researchers studying the past.
Collaborative Research:
VR facilitates remote collaboration and data visualization, enabling researchers to work together on projects, share data, and explore complex datasets in immersive environments.
Simulations and Training:
VR is crucial for training in fields such as aviation, military, and emergency response. Simulations can prepare individuals for high-stress situations in a controlled, safe setting.