The UNSW Canberra Makerspace is a network of interconnected workshops, laboratories and fabrication spaces that support teaching, research and hands-on learning across engineering and technology disciplines. Making in all its forms is a fundamental part of the learning experience, and the Makerspace Technical Team is there to support students, staff and researchers throughout the entire process.
Our team of skilled technical staff provides guidance across all stages of development — from initial concept and design through to prototyping, testing and final realisation. Whether working on coursework, research projects or innovation initiatives, users are supported in transforming ideas into functional outcomes.
The Makerspace includes a range of well-equipped facilities across the ADFA and UNSW Canberra City campuses, including ProtoHUB, ProtoLAB, FabLAB, RoboLAB, ElecLAB and TestLAB. These spaces provide access to modern tools, advanced manufacturing technologies and specialised equipment, enabling practical learning, experimentation and engineering innovation in a collaborative environment.
Badges are your access pathway to using the UNSW Canberra Makerspace safely and confidently. They ensure you have the knowledge and practical skills to use tools, machines, and spaces correctly before getting started — whether you are working on coursework, a research project, or independent fabrication work.
How it works:
Build your skills step by step — and unlock more of the UNSW Canberra Makerspace as your project grows.
Got a question, but don't know who to ask?
If you’re unsure which badge you need, speak to one of our Makerspace Technical Team members. They can guide you based on your project requirements and help you get started on the right badge pathway.
Whether you’re just exploring an idea or working on a complex project, the team can recommend suitable tools, spaces and training to support your work. You can also reach out to us via email for support, and we’ll be happy to assist you in getting started.
The UNSW Canberra Makerspace is distributed across multiple facilities at the UNSW Canberra ADFA campus and the UNSW Canberra City campus, providing accessible environments for hands-on learning, prototyping and engineering innovation.
At the ADFA campus, key facilities include ProtoLAB (Building 17,), FabLAB (Building 18), RoboLAB (Building 18) and ElecLAB (Building 16/18), and TestLAB (Building 20). ProtoHUB is located at the UNSW Canberra City campus (Building B03), supporting collaborative prototyping and fabrication in a central, accessible location.
Together, these locations form a connected Makerspace ecosystem that enables students and staff to design, build and test ideas across a range of specialised environments.
