Case Study: Imperial College London delivers immersive 3D geology fieldwork with Toptal

Imperial College London delivers immersive 3D fieldwork for 200+ students per session with Toptal

Imperial College London, a leading global university, faced a critical challenge when COVID-19 pandemic restrictions made essential geology fieldwork trips impossible, disrupting student learning and threatening skill development. They turned to Toptal for emerging technology services to develop a digital solution that could replicate these collaborative, real-world educational experiences.

A Toptal developer built a custom 3D platform using Unity, integrating collaboration tools and Agora middleware for voice and video. The solution was delivered in just three months, enabling uninterrupted remote teaching for 200-300 students per session. The platform was a resounding success, ensuring essential skill development during lockdowns and providing long-term benefits by granting access to rare or inaccessible sites.

Imperial College London