USP College Leaders Inspire at Seamless Learning Conference in Vienna

  • Posted 16 Oct 2025

Last week, USP College’s Chief Executive Officer Dan Pearson and Chief Technology Officer James Parker took centre stage at the Seamless Learning Conference in Vienna, showcasing the college’s pioneering work in immersive education.

Their presentation, “From Essex to Europe: Connected Classrooms Without Borders,” highlighted how USP College has transformed traditional learning environments into digitally connected, immersive spaces. What began as a local solution to inter-campus teaching challenges has evolved into a national network of over 50 colleges and 80+ immersive classrooms across England.  

It was brilliant to hear from speakers from all over the world, all grappling with the same core question: how can we best navigate the challenges and opportunities that technology presents to us as educators?
I’ve come away with a notebook full of ideas and initiatives to explore back at the college.

James Parker, Chief Technology Officer, USP College

Pearson and Parker shared how the college’s pedagogy-first approach integrates cutting-edge technologies like VR, AR, and AI to enhance—not replace—human connection in education. They also introduced “Connecting Minds,” a national initiative that matches specialist teaching expertise with institutional needs, enabling collaborative delivery of niche subjects.

The presentation concluded with a call to action: to build a pan-European network of connected educators, turning local innovation into collective transformation. Their message resonated with delegates from across the continent, positioning USP College as a leader in digital-first, inclusive education.