Read the latest news from Melbourne Polytechnic.

Floristry vs. Horticulture: Which career path should you choose?
If you’re passionate about working with plants, consider a career in Floristry or Horticulture.

Effective Ways to Manage Stress
We've put together effective ways to manage stress for overall well-being and improved health.

Essential Resources for Aspiring Early Childhood Educators
As you begin your early childhood studies, a toolkit of useful resources will make your journey easier.

Melbourne Polytechnic and Whittlesea Community Connections Collaboration Wins Prestigious Award
Melbourne Polytechnic and partners win Victorian Multicultural Excellence Award for aiding migrants and refugees.

$50 million National Housing Construction Training Centre for Melbourne Polytechnic
$50 million investment in Melbourne Polytechnic's new National Housing Construction Training Centre.

Announcing the 2024 Provan and Rosenberg Families Carpentry Scholarships
Melbourne Polytechnic Construction students are awarded the Provan and Rosenberg family Carpentry and Timber Technology scholarships for 2024.

Five Rewarding Career Paths for Early Childhood Education Graduates
Love working with children under six? Melbourne Polytechnic offers diverse Early Childhood courses for childcare qualifications.

Melbourne Polytechnic in top 11 in Asia Pacific vocational college rankings
Melbourne Polytechnic ranked 11 out of more than 600 colleges assessed in the 2024 Asia-Pacific Vocational School Influence Index Star School.

A repeat win for Melbourne Polytechnic at the 2024 Victoria Export Awards
Melbourne Polytechnic has won the International Education and Training award at the 2024 Governor of Victoria Export Awards (GOVEA) for the second year in a row.

Melbourne Polytechnic to lead new Skills Labs supporting Victoria’s clean economy transition
Melbourne Polytechnic will be home to two new Skills Labs, part of the Victorian Government's commitment to advancing the clean economy workforce.

Amaz-ing Opportunities: How the Work Education program opens doors for students
Melbourne Polytechnic's "Work Placement at Amaze Program" provides Work Education students with meaningful work experience and support, boosting career opportunities and inclusion.

Melbourne Polytechnic awarded 2024 Large Training Provider of the Year
We're thrilled to announce that we were awarded Large Training Provider of the Year at the 2024 Victorian Training Awards.

Songwriting and Music Degree for shaping Melbourne's music industry
Melbourne has always been a stalwart for the Australian music industry, renowned for our talent and vibrant live music landscape.

Shea Oberleuter: From Melbourne Polytechnic to British Vogue and Vanity Fair
Shea Oberleuter, a Melbourne Polytechnic Glass and Glazing graduate, is making waves in glass art with her brand Lewa Glass, recently featured in British Vogue and Vanity Fair.

Embracing Change: Kulwant's Journey from small village to vast city
Receiving the Construction Outstanding Student of the Year Award was a proud moment for Kulwant. His achievement highlighted the success of his hard work and dedication in pursuing a new path by studying the Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing CPC31420.

From Architecture to Greenskeeping: Darren's Journey to Finding His Passion
Darren's career shift from architecture to greenskeeping has led him to thrive in sports turf at the Royal Melbourne Golf Club.

From Struggles to Success: Samuel's Journey of Transformation
With a dedicated teacher's support, Samuel overcame early struggles and excelled in his General Education for Adults course.

Coding a New Future: Jillian's IT Journey
From karaoke sessions with her aunt to becoming the Outstanding Business, Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics Student of the Year, Jillian Magat's journey celebrates the power of supportive relationships and hard work.

Breaking Barriers: Sam's Triumph in English
Arriving in Australia with no knowledge of English, Sam embarked on a remarkable journey at Melbourne Polytechnic and was recognised as the Outstanding Student of the Year for English as an Additional Language (EAL).

Embracing Activism Through Art: A Journey of Change and Recognition
Reflecting Rickie’s artistic dedication and the impact of his creative activism over the past three decades, he has been recognised as the Outstanding Indigenous Student of the Year for 2024.