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Armadale Campus

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Armadale delivers qualifications in Business and Information Technology , Equine studies , Community Services , Childcare , and Education Support .

The Armadale Campus is the most southerly of all of Polytechnic West's six major campuses, and also supports the specialist Equine Centre. In addition to the main campus, there is a small annex in the centre of Armadale.

Polytechnic West's Equine Training Centre , also located in Armadale, is arguably the best horse training facility in the State. It has established strong links with the racing, breeding and farriery industries, with graduates keenly sought to work in racing and pacing stables, horse studs, agistment centres, industry administration, veterinary practices or related areas.

Getting here and contact details

Contact Details

General Enquiries: 9267 7777
Course Information: 9267 7500

Equine Centre: 9390 0322

Address

40 Commerce Avenue, Armadale

Getting Here

By bus/train: 249 from Armadale Station; 220 from the corner of Church Avenue and Prospect Street; Armadale train line, adjacent to the station

Parking: Designated student parking bays are available at the campus, 40 Commerce Avenue. On-site parking, where available, will be charged at the rate of $44 per semester, payable at enrolment. Student parking permits can be purchased from Customer Service Centres on Polytechnic West campuses at time of enrolment. To purchase a permit a student must show proof of enrolment (such as a validated enrolment form) and complete a parking permit application form. Parking application forms are available from Polytechnic West Customer Service Centres. Parking permits in the form of adhesive windscreen stickers will be supplied as part of the enrolment process. Additional parking is available on Green Street located across the road.

The annexe to the Armadale campus of Polytechnic West, at 45 Commerce Avenue is across the road from the main campus.

More About Armadale

For more information on the City of Armadale, check the Wikipedia entry .

Access to information is easy

Library

Students at our Armadale Campus can access Polytechnic West's library services. Please speak to the customer service staff at Armadale for more information.

The library provides:

  • A large and diverse resource collection of books, magazines and DVDs;
  • Assistance with researching for information and answers to reference enquiries;
  • Information sessions on library and information services, supported with published and online information guides;
  • Assistance with study, referencing and learning skills;
  • Networked and wireless computer areas;
  • Access to electronic information such as internet and databases; and
  • Access to audiovisual equipment.

Online Information

Students can access Polytechnic West’s Library catalogue, databases and web directories, as well as the Student Portal, from the Library website. Library publications including referencing and study guides can be freely downloaded from the website.

The library also has information on opening hours, contact details, library policies and rules, interactive tours and services.

No need to bring your lunchbox!

The Armadale campus is just minutes from Armadale City Shopping Centre , with access to over 15 food outlets and specialty stores such as Target, Kmart, Best and Less and IGA.

And there is more

Bookshop

Located in the reception at 40 Commerce Avenue, the bookshop stocks books specifically for Armadale students. Phone 9497 0930 for more information.

Disability Services

Disability Services can assist local students in minimising any barriers to study caused by disability or a medical condition. The staff will coordinate services to meet individual needs; work to eliminate barriers which may disadvantage students; assist students to achieve their education and career goals; and encourage students to be independent and take responsibility for their course of study.

Appointments for students studying at Armadale can be arranged by phoning 9267 7781.