Bulgarian Ministry of Education and Science – Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise

The Bulgarian government sought to revolutionize the traditional education system, which relied heavily on conservative teaching methods, and move toward project-based, immersive learning for STEM subjects. To achieve this vision, the schools required a solution that would allow students to explore otherwise inaccessible topics, such as hazardous experiments or detailed scientific processes, in a safe and engaging environment.

The Ministry of Education and Science needed VR headsets that met several key requirements. They were looking for advanced classroom management tools, allowing teachers to supervise and control the content being displayed on each headset. The headsets also needed to support multiple applications and offer ergonomic designs suitable for extended use by students. Features such as balanced weight distribution, comfortable fit, and secure controllers with lanyards were essential to ensure ease of use and safety. Additionally, the solution required integration with a robust educational software platform that could cover a broad range of STEM topics with high-quality, interactive content.

To address these needs, VR Expert partnered with a systems integration partner that took care of combining the hardware Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise, the Pico Mobile Device Management (MDM) and the software Corinth Individual Education into a unified, functional system. The Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise headsets were selected for their lightweight, ergonomic design, balanced weight distribution, and secure controllers that are ideal for classroom environments. The headsets are powered by the Pico MDM, the Pico Business Suite, which provides a smooth solution for classroom management. This feature allows teachers to control and customize the learning experience, choosing what content is displayed or restricted on each headset, thereby ensuring a well-managed and focused learning environment.

The Corinth platform complements the hardware by offering an extensive library of high-quality 3D educational materials that cover a wide range of STEM subjects. This software was chosen for its versatility, enabling both online and offline use, and for its ability to align with the project’s goal of creating engaging, project-based learning experiences. Students can safely conduct virtual experiments and explore scientific phenomena, such as the behavior of alpha, beta, and gamma radiation, in a way that would otherwise be dangerous or impractical in a traditional classroom.

The rollout of this government-backed initiative began in January 2025, with approximately 600 Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise headsets distributed across the first 100 schools in Bulgaria. This successful pilot is part of a wider plan targeting a total of 1,200 schools by the end of 2026, ensuring future-proofed digital classrooms through growing collaborations. Teachers receive in-person, interactive training on how to use the headsets and the Corinth platform effectively, ensuring they are fully prepared to integrate these tools into their lesson plans. This training also includes guidance on the safe handling of VR equipment.

Combining advanced hardware and immersive content, this project is ready to transform STEM education in Bulgaria. The project not only addresses the immediate needs of these 100 schools but also lays the foundation for scalable, innovative learning solutions that can drive the digitalization of education across the country.