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Republic Polytechnic

Entrepreneurial Partnership & Innovation Community (epic)

Join a vibrant community where entrepreneurs, industry mentors, and partners come together to connect, collaborate, and innovate.

Last updated 27 February 2026

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Ideation Space
Co-working Space
Makerspace

Located at Level 5 of Republic Polytechnic Industry Centre, epic is designed to meet the growing demand for start-up incubation and support. This collaborative space helps nurture RP start-ups as they develop innovative solutions aligned with industry needs.

Whether you're looking to kickstart your business or grow your professional network, epic offers the space, resources, and community to support your journey.

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Ideation Space

Office breakroom with white tables, wooden stools, and raised platform with beanbag chairs.

Host workshops, seminars, business events, and community activities in this flexible open space tailored for dynamic collaboration.

Co-working Space

Open office area with desks separated by blue partitions and green sprout decor.

Access hot-desking options in an open-concept environment that encourages networking and knowledge-sharing among early-stage start-ups.

Makerspace

Makerspace is where creativity meets hands-on innovation. Designed to support both academic and non-academic pursuits, it encourages you to explore, experiment, and embrace the maker culture.

Five adults at a table using 3D pens; Republic Polytechnic branding visible.

Whether you're building new skills, testing out business ideas, or simply exploring a new hobby, Makerspace provides the tools, workshops, and support to help you bring your ideas to life. You’ll also find short courses and in-depth workshops if you want to go further in specific areas.

Facilities you can use:

Photobooth
Capture high-quality product or portrait shots for your brochures, catalogues, or portfolios

Mechanical Workshop

Person sawing wood in a blue vise while wearing safety glasses, others in the background.

Fabricate custom items using a wide range of tools, perfect for hands-on prototyping and DIY projects.

Laser Cutting
Cut precise designs into acrylic, wood, or fabric using industrial-grade laser equipment.

Heat Transfer Printing
Create your own t-shirt designs and experiment with printing techniques using heat transfer technology.

3D Printing

Group of people looking at an Ultimaker 3D printer being worked on.

Turn digital models into prototypes with our 3D printers, and deepen your knowledge of the process.

Fabric Work

Embroidery machine stitching a colorful design onto fabric in a frame.

Love sewing or textiles? Use our sewing machines and fabric tools to sharpen your skills or start a creative project.

Electronic Workbench
Design, build, and test electrical circuits at fully equipped workbenches.

Leather Craft
Shape leather into custom accessories or unique crafts using specialised tools and techniques.

Makerspace by the numbers

  • 10,050 student engagements

  • 1,400 staff engagements

  • 204 workshops conducted

  • 25 academic modules supported

Workshops are open to Republic Polytechnic students and staff through the RP SNApp mobile app.

For facility bookings*, please refer to this guide [PDF, 155 KB].

*Makerspace is open to RP students, staff, and start-ups. If you're a member of the public, you’ll need to register for selected Continuing Education & Training (CET) courses to use the facilities.