Brief Overview

From Virtual Worlds to Real-World Impact

Our Centre of Excellence in Immersive Technologies recognises the transformative potential of Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) across industries and research domains. We drive interdisciplinary research, innovation, skill development, and product design that bridge emerging technologies with real-world applications.

By combining academic inquiry with applied development, the Centre fosters solutions that are both technologically advanced and socially relevant.

Driven by Our Vision

We aim to build a cutting-edge facility that serves as a hub for immersive innovation, research, and development, leveraging AR and VR technologies for the betterment of society.

Guided by Our Mission

  • Develop technology-driven solutions to address socially relevant and industry-related challenges.
  • Support and nurture start-up ecosystems through collaboration with industry partners.
  • Deliver education, training, and cutting-edge research in immersive technologies.
  • Promote the adoption of AR, VR, and MR across academic and professional domains.
Objectives

Our Strategic Objectives

Driving research, product innovation, incubation, and entrepreneurship in immersive technologies.

Establishing a strong community of AR/VR researchers and practitioners.

Integrating state-of-the-art tools, updated curricula, and training ecosystems into education.

Enhancing student employability aligned with evolving industry demands.

Applying AR/VR solutions in biomedicine, bioengineering, and healthcare applications.

Research Focus Areas

Areas of Excellence

  • Research, patents, and intellectual property development
  • Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), Student Development Programs (SDPs), workshops, and seminars
  • Consultancy and professional services
  • Student internships and AR/VR/MR project development
  • Project exhibitions and immersive demonstrations
  • Industry collaboration on immersive technology initiatives
Faculty and Researchers

The Minds Behind the Centre

Our Centre is supported by experienced faculty members who contribute to teaching, research, mentoring, and industry collaboration in immersive technologies. We also collaborate with interdisciplinary faculty, scholars, and industry experts to strengthen immersive technology education and innovation.

Ms. Urmimala Sarkar

Director - Campus Recruitment NTT DATA Services MBA 2005-2007

Ms. Harshitha Ravi

Human Resources Executive Alliance University B.Tech 2017-2021, MBA 2022-2024

Ms. Hiranmayi Rajeev

Associate Tomy Sebastian Associates BA LLB 2019-2024

Adv. Hiran Krishnaswamy

Founding Partner & Advocate Swamy and Kumar Associates LLM 2018-2019

Mr. Abhishek K Shetty

Senior Assistant Vice President HSBC MBA 2010-2011

Ms. Harshitha Ravi

Human Resources Executive Alliance University B.Tech 2017-2021, MBA 2022-2024

Ms. Hiranmayi Rajeev

Associate Tomy Sebastian Associates BA LLB 2019-2024

Adv. Hiran Krishnaswamy

Founding Partner & Advocate Swamy and Kumar Associates LLM 2018-2019

Mr. Abhishek K Shetty

Senior Assistant Vice President HSBC MBA 2010-2011

Ms. Urmimala Sarkar

Director - Campus Recruitment NTT DATA Services MBA 2005-2007

Infrastructure and Facilities
Advanced Immersive Technology Environment

The Centre is equipped with specialised infrastructure that supports immersive learning, experimentation, and advanced application development. These facilities create an environment where innovation can move seamlessly from concept to implementation.


  • Dedicated AR/VR laboratories designed for focused research and development
  • 50 high-performance systems configured for Unity-based game and immersive application development
  • Industry-grade immersive hardware including Oculus VR headsets, AR-enabled tablets, and a 360-degree camera
  • High-speed Wi-Fi connectivity supporting collaborative experimentation and deployment
Industry and Government Partnerships

Collaborating with Industry and Government Leaders

The Centre maintains strategic partnerships with industry enablers such as ARK Infosolutions Pvt. Ltd., delivering Unity-based training, certification programs, and academic–industry initiatives.

  • AR/VR training and certification
  • Internships and live projects
  • Industry-aligned curriculum delivery
  • Long-term innovation partnerships
Courses and Certification Programs

Curriculum and Certifications

We offer a carefully designed blend of academic programs and professional certifications that equip students with both foundational knowledge and advanced technical capabilities in immersive technologies.

Industry-Academic Alliance Program
Unity Associate Level Certification
Module 1: Unity Fundamentals and Gaming
PG Diploma in AR/VR
Internships and Live Projects

Experiential Learning in Action

We provide industry-mentored internships and live projects emphasising practical development using VR, AR, and game technologies across healthcare, education, industry, and entertainment.

Current VR Projects
  • Alliance Library VR Simulator – Virtual recreation of the University Library
  • Mannequin Hunt VR – Horror escape-room experience
  • SpaceCraft VR Exploration – Spacecraft cockpit simulation
  • Arrow Out – Casual mobile game with reward-based monetisation
  • AR Interactive Food Menu – Scan-to-view 3D food visualisation
  • Jet Turbine AR – Industrial equipment visualiser
  • Skin Anatomy AR – Educational AR model of human anatomy
  • Exposure to Unity, AR frameworks, VR systems, and immersive UI/UX
  • Opportunities for publications, patents, and start-up incubation
  • Industry-reviewed project development cycles
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