Education sector | virtual tour case study
Yeovil College
Yeovil College and University goals were to create a virtual tour that enabled students to explore their campus as a university or college student. The two markets had very different needs but used the same facilities
The numbers that make us proud
Feedback from over 300 users was outstandingly positive with an average rating of 4.1/5
The recently launched tour already has over 7,875 scene views, with views rising daily
Users that visit the virtual tour spend an average of 12 scenes for over 5 minutes
The Brief
Our team created the perfect solution – two duplicate tours that had unique hotspots, navigation and information for each audience. All of this was managed through the content management system so the staff could easily add, edit and change content as course details and media evolved.
The tour is performing very well with users spending an average of 4 mins 36 seconds exploring.
We offer the education industry a multitude of options and unique fully customisable features to meet each and every requirement.
What we achieved
Amongst a standard features and processes we worked with Yeovil College to implement a range of bespoke components that makes this virtual tour stand out in true form.
Immersive Experience
Immersive 360° campus experience, offering virtual access to Yeovil College’s modern learning spaces, workshops and social areas.
Accessibility Tools
Accessibility-focused design, with features like an accessibility widget (audio transcript, bigger text, high contrast, dyslexia-friendly font) to support diverse user needs.
Superior CMS
Self-service content management, enabling the college team to update scenes, links and information as facilities evolve—maintaining relevance and freshness.
Multi-Device
Responsive, cross-device compatibility, allowing prospective students to explore via desktop, tablet or mobile with consistent quality.
On-Point Branding
Brand-consistent presentation, aligning with Yeovil College’s identity and messaging of being a modern, innovative learning environment.
Global Reach
Enhanced student engagement and reach, enabling remote exploration for students who cannot visit physically, removing barrier and building connection from afar.View similar case studies
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Unique benefits that are perfect
for student-focused virtual tours
- a stunning visual showpiece of the College and its facilities.
- customised virtual tour with a split view to either enter the university or college.
- interactive, fast loading and responsive.
- accessibility features set the standard in following WCAG 2.1 guidelines. We provide more accessibility compliance options than any other tour.
- content management system giving staff options to add information to scenes, create and edit hotspots and add introduction videos.
- unique design in keeping with their strong branding.
- custom menu styles to enable users to explore by subject or the facilities.
- fast turnaround time.
- the tour has been a huge hit with users spending an average of 4 minutes engaging and exploring.
Visit the Yeovil College website.
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Yeovil College and University Virtual Tour | The Virtual Tour Experts