Melbourne Polytechnic (Heidelberg Campus)

Melbourne Polytechnic's Heidelberg Campus, located at the corner of Bell Street and Waterdale Road, offers a dynamic learning environment with state-of-the-art facilities. The campus features a distinctive curved facade, providing a strong presence on the busy corner while offering a tranquil area for student recreation on the sunny north side. Innovative design elements, such as passive ventilation and natural lighting, enhance the campus's sustainability. The campus is home to the Manufacturing, Engineering, and Building Industry Training Centre, which provides workshops for each trade area, allowing students to learn in an environment similar to real work situations using equipment and fittings donated by industry. The plumbing training facilities include a plumbing sandpit, simulated house stations, and an advanced gas training laboratory. Additionally, the campus houses the only locksmithing apprenticeship course in Victoria, attracting students from across Australia and New Zealand.