Digital Culture & AudioVisual Challenges

This thesis examines some of the most significant concerns that young individuals encounter as they approach the transition from academic life to their entry into society. It addresses questions such as “What are your plans after graduation?”, “Is there a clear pathway ahead?”, and “What emotions arise when you think about the future?”, along with the broader uncertainties that often preoccupy individuals during this critical stage of life. These questions are both natural and justified, as the answers to them may, to a certain extent, determine the individual’s future trajectory. The aim of the thesis is the creation of a virtual reality experience that not only brings these thoughts to the forefront but also, potentially, to provide reassurance, allowing the participant to conclude the experience with a sense of relief. As the user explores the various environments, these reflections are conveyed through the narrator, who simultaneously seeks to ease and reassure the participant throughout the experience.