Entrepreneurial Partnership & Innovation Community (epic)
Join a vibrant community where entrepreneurs, industry mentors, and partners come together to connect, collaborate, and innovate.
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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.
Ready to take the next step?
Ideation Space

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

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.

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

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

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

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.
