About Melbourne Polytechnic

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Melbourne Polytechnic is one of the largest providers of vocational training in Victoria. Established in 1912, Melbourne Polytechnic offers a different way to learn, with a wide range of innovative TAFE (VET) and Higher Education (Degrees) that prepare students for the workplace.

If you would like to know more about Melbourne Polytechnic, feel free to visit their website.

If you are interested in further professional learning, contact Professional Teaching Practice at Melbourne Polytechnic at: PTP@MelbournePolytechnic.edu.au.

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