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    • Vision
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    • University of Melbourne
    • Faculty of Engineering & IT
    • Melbourne Entrepreneurial Centre
    • Apromore
    • Australia & New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG)
    • MAXONIQ
    • ClarkeHopkinsClarke
    • SANE Australia
    • OPTIMA
    • Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Ethics (CAIDE)
    • Complex Human Data Hub
    • Centre for Digital Transformation of Health
    • Melbourne Centre for Data Science
    • InEight
    • The Conversation
  • Place
    • The Superfloor
    • Science Gallery Melbourne
    • Telstra Creator Space
    • FROEBEL Early Learning Centre
    • Workspaces
    • Co-working tech hub
    • The Lofts
    • Womin-djerring
  • Events
  • Event Enquiries

University of Melbourne

Access leading researchers, talent, and entrepreneurs and leverage a powerful and diverse network of innovation.
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Making a real difference, delivering innovative solutions to major societal challenges.

With research expenditure of $1.1B and more than 100 Research Centres, the University of Melbourne is a proven partner in ground breaking research. This video provides a glimpse at the leading research transition that has been Made Possible by Melbourne.

Australia’s number one ranked university and ranked sixth globally for graduate employability. Melbourne Connect will be at the University of Melbourne’s doorstep. An onsite Liaison Office and dedicated partnership managers will be focused on fostering connections between colocated partners, peers, researchers, and talent and helping create a culture of collaboboation amongst the community as a new innovation ecosystem comes to life.

The University of Melbourne attracts and produces some of the best talent from Australia and around the globe. Colocated partners will be supported to connect and engage with the University’s students and worldclass education programs, as well as explore bespoke talent engagement programs which could include:

  • Internships: Give talented students the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in your organisation
  • Industry Projects: Collaborate with students on a project or concept of value to your organisation
  • Mentoring: Become a mentor and help to challenge, motivate, inspire and empower the next generation of students
  • Recruitment: Find highly skilled applicants from our student community for positions in your company
  • Professional development: With over 100 areas of study to choose from partners will receive guided access to the University’s vast educational offering, from bachelor’s degrees through to custom training.

The cohabitants of Melbourne Connect will be true peers, equated by a shared commitment to innovation, world-class expertise and an appetite for collaboration that will speed the process of bringing new thinking to life.

    Become a partner

    Secure your spot as part of Melbourne Connect, become a tenant in Australia's newest innovation precinct.

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      Sponsorship

      Learn more about the unique opportunities to elevate your brand through sponsorship at Melbourne Connect.

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      Purpose

      The University of Melbourne, in partnership with a consortium led by Lendlease, is creating a connected innovation ecosystem: Connecting people, place and possibilities.

      Place

      Bringing together the elements required to put Melbourne’s innovation credentials on the global stage.
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