2024
International
Future Student Guide

Creativethinkers
made here.

Unlock yoursuperpower.
Creative thinking.
It’s essential for tackling challenges.
Seizing opportunities.
For today.
But more importantly, tomorrow.
And it’s not limited to ‘creative’ roles.
It’s essential for all roles.
It’s not a skill people are born with.
So at ECU, we teach it.
So you can give your future...superpower.

Creative thinkers
made here.

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Vice-Chancellor’s
message

At ECU, we understand that choosing a career is
an important decision for you.
So you can be assured that we’ll do everything we can tohelp you choose a pathway or course to prepare you forthe future.
We teach a diverse range of undergraduate andpostgraduate courses at ECU, with most being developedin consultation with industry partners. Our teaching staff
also have extensive industry experience and networks.
These connections allow us to provide you with work
placements while studying, along with fieldwork,
practicums, networking events, volunteering andtravel opportunities.
These experiences will help you build the skills we know
employers are looking for, such as problem-solving andcreative thinking before you graduate. And partnerships
like the one we have with global giant IBM, offer a paidinternship while you study, with the chance to secure a
job after graduation.
Speaking of experiences, I’m confident you’ll enjoy yourtime at ECU. I say that because our graduates consistently
rank us a top Australian university for really importantfactors like student support, teaching quality andskills development.

Finally, one of the best things I like about ECU is theamazing multicultural mix of students and staff wehave here. Our international students come here fromover 95 countries.
Should you join us as a student — and I hope you do —some of those people will become your new, lifelong friends.

Professor Steve Chapman CBEVice-Chancellor2024 International Future Student Course Guide

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Edith Cowan is an
Australian icon
ECU is the only Australian university named after
a woman – and what a woman she was!
Edith Cowan (OBE) achieved so much in her life, and in aworld that didn’t pay attention to the opinions of women.
The first woman elected to an Australian Parliament,
Edith believed that education was fundamental totackling social issues and was the key to growth,change and improvement.
She influenced the course of education in Australia,
paving the way for many people to access education
they could only previously dream of.
Like our university, Edith also believed strongly in thevalues of inclusion and equity. She fought hard to improveconditions for women, children, families, the poor,
the under-educated and the elderly.

We recognise and respect the significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
peoples’ communities, cultures and histories.
We also acknowledge and respect the Noongar people as the traditionalcustodians of the land on which our campuses are located.
ecu.edu.au/about-ecu/
indigenous-matters

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Contents
Vice-Chancellor’s message

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Edith Cowan is an Australian icon

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Who is ECU?

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Why study at ECU?

6

Why study in Perth, Western Australia?

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Benefits of studying in Western Australia

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About Perth10

Where will you study?

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ECU City

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Student accommodation

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Life as a student

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Industry connections

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Application process

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Admission requirements

20Your pathway to ECU

22Edith Cowan College

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ECU Sri Lanka

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Study in Australia and the UK

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Study abroad

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Scholarships in 2024

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Important Dates in 2024

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Student Ambassadors speak highlyof life at ECU

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Art & Humanities at ECU

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Business & Law at ECU

34Engineering at ECU

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Medical & Health Sciences at ECU

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Nursing & Midwifery at ECU

43Science at ECU

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Teacher Education at ECU

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WAAPA at ECU

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Research at ECU

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Who is ECU?
Edith Cowan University, or ECU, is the youngestof the five universities in Western Australia (WA).
And like the youngest in any family, we’re on a
mission to be noticed!
We are rated one of the world’s best young
universities under 50 years old.
And we’ve already set a standard for the quality ofuniversity teaching in Australia, being rated 5 stars in
the Good Universities Guide for 16 straight years!
Speaking of high standards, you won’t find bettersupport services to help you navigate your studies
and adjust to your new home than at ECU! We put ourstudents first.
Here are some more great reasons to choose ECU for
your university experience.

Why study at ECU?
Get career ready while you study

Feel right at home on campus

During your studies, we’ll help you build yourpersonal brand to prepare you for a new or
improved future career.

Your uni experience is made even better at one of
our safe and welcoming campuses, where you’ll
have loads of modern facilities and coolstudy spaces.

Learn with leaders
As a student, you’ll benefit from the expertise andindustry experience of our world-class researchers
and teaching academics.

You’ll have opportunities to make new contacts andconnections thanks to our many industry partners.

Become a creative thinker

Know you’ll be supported

Problem solving and creative thinking skills arehighly valued by employers around the world,
and we’ll help you make this your superpower.

We have a great reputation for student support
and will help you adjust to your new life here,
whatever your study or personal challenges.

Join our international community

Transferable qualifications

Make new friends with students who’ve come toPerth from over 95 countries around the world.

ECU degrees are internationally-recognised andmany of our courses are professionally-accredited
by national and international professional bodies
and organisations.

Get practical experience
outside the classroom
You’ll quickly turn theory into practice with work
experience opportunities like internships, practicum
placements and other work integrated learning.   

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Grow your professional network

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What that means is your ECU qualification will help
you find work around the world, including in yourhome country.

ECU is one of the best
universities in Australia
Highest quality teaching
We’re one of Australia’s best universities
for teaching. For an amazing 16 straightyears, our graduates have rated thequality of our teaching 5 stars in theGood Universities Guide. Only threeother universities in the country canmatch this.

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CEAt ECU we know that university life ismore than studying and attending
lectures. Here we encourage you toenrich your life with student clubs,
sports teams, volunteering
opportunities and more.

ECU is ranked in the Times Higher Education
top 400 universities in the world and the world’s
top 100 young universities under 50 years old.

Read more about our reputation for quality
education —ecu.edu.au/about-ecu/
welcome-to-ecu/5star-experience

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Why study in Perth, Western Australia?
With a high standard of living, Perth is a vibrant,
sophisticated and safe city that is regularly rated
among the top cities in the world for liveability.
The mild Mediterranean climate, endless blue skies,
fresh air and brilliant white beaches are hard to beat!
In fact, Perth offers such an attractive lifestyle thatstudents consistently rank it as a desirable study
destination (Source: QS Best Student Cities 2023 ).

Cost of living
Perth has been consistently rated as one of the top
ten most liveable cities in the world for over
15 years (source: The Global Liveability Index 2021)
Even better, day-to-day living costs in Perth forinternational students are lower than other major
cities in Australia (and worldwide), making it one of
the most affordable destinations to study in(source: StudyPerth).

ClimatePerth has a Mediterranean climate with hot,dry summers and mild, wet winters. It is thesunniest capital city in Australia with clear blue
skies an incredible 70% of the year!
Our warm weather and clean air allow us to enjoy ayear-round outdoor lifestyle as we make the most of
our state’s natural beauty.

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Diversity
Communities from around the world call Perth theirhome, with people from more than 200 different
countries living, working and studying inWestern Australia.
They speak as many as 170 languages andrepresent more than 100 religions.

Convenience & transport
Our public transport system is always expanding.
Students receive a discount on all public transport,with some services free.
Plus, Perth’s city rail network has been rated thebest in Australia and Perth rail passengers are themost satisfied in the country (a ranking Transperth
has held for seven years!).

Support services available
through StudyPerthStudyPerth offers a variety of free
support services for international students to help
them every step of the way. For example, theStudyPerth Welcome Service is the first point ofcontact for international students arriving inWestern Australia. The aim of this service is toprovide students with resources to help them settle
in their new home and connect students with thevarious support services available to them.
StudyPerth —studyperth.com.au/student-support/
welcome-service/Benefits ofstudying inWestern Australia
When you choose to study at ECU, you can takeadvantage of additional benefits of living inWestern Australia.

Student employment
Students typically work in administrative,
hospitality and retail roles, and student visa holders
can work part-time up to 48 hours per fortnight,
and full-time during semester breaks.

Tuition fee waiver for dependants
Dependants of Master’s or Doctoral degree students
can attend the West Australian public school system
without paying the mainstream tuition fee thatusually applies to overseas students.
For more information —ecu.edu.au/my-uni-start/preparing/living-and-studying-in-perth

International Graduate Opportunities
The WA State Government has expanded the
Graduate Occupation List to include over 330
occupations, providing a skilled migration pathway
for graduating WA international students with an
option to apply for permanent residency.

Perth’s regional
status – earn an extra
year on post-study
work visa
A post-study work visa may give you
the opportunity to gain more work
experience and you could be eligible
for skills assessments required for askilled visa application.
The Australian Federal Government hasawarded ‘regional city status’ to Perth inWestern Australia. The regional city status
offers additional opportunities tointernational students such as:y Access to additional regionalmigration points
y Family Sponsorshipy Additional year of post study work rights.
In addition, from July 2023 the Federal
Government has extended post-study work
rights to an additional two years forgraduates with high demand skills.
This means that as an international student,
you may be eligible to stay in WA for four to
six years after completing your degree.
For more information —ecu.edu.au/international

For more information —migration.wa.gov.au

Source: Tourism WA’

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9About Perth
Perth is the capital of Western Australia and islocated on the ancient land of the Whadjuk peopleof the Noongar Nation, the traditional owners of
the south-west of WA for more than 45,000 years.
Surrounded by nature – rivers, parks, beaches and forests– Perth’s natural environment is complemented by avibrant dining, shopping and entertainment scene, and ayouthful energy.

Source: Tourism WA’

Rottnest Island, home of the infamous Quokka.

Source: Tourism WA’

Kings Park, one of the largest inner city parks inthe world and home to the spectacular Western
Australian Botanic Garden.

Source: Tourism WA’

Learn about the oldest continuous living culture on earth.

Vibrant Elizabeth Quay, an exciting waterfront precinct on the banks of the Swan River.

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Easy access from yourhome country
Our location means we are in the same time zone as
60% of the world’s population, including China,
Malaysia, Hong Kong and Singapore.
Perth is a world-class destination for education,
travel, lifestyle and employment.
Perth airport connects travellers to more than
110 destinations around Australia and overseas.

Source: Tourism WA’+ 1 hourJapan
South Korea

Perth Time(AWST)

Brunei
China
Hong Kong
Malaysia
Mongolia
Philippines
Singapore

South-west region, renowned for long stretches ofpicturesque beaches and world-class wineries.

- 1 hourIndonesia
Laos
Thailand
Vietnam- 2 hours

Bangladesh
BhutanNepal- 2.5 hours

India
Sri Lanka

Source: Tourism WA’

The Bell Tower, home to centuries-old bells
from the UK.

Source: Tourism WA’Award winning Optus Stadium, a world classsporting and entertainment venue.

- 3 hours

Azerbaijan
PakistanTajikistan
Turkmenistan

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Where will
you study?
ECU has three campuses in Western Australia,
located across Whadjuk and Wardandi land.
Each has modern facilities, including wirelessinternet, 24-hour access to computer labs,
libraries with open study spaces and a safe
environment for you to study in – either alone orwith other students.

Western Australia

Perth

ECU South West,
Bunbury

Joondalup
Mount Lawley
Future ECU City

Take a closer look at our campuses —youtube.com/@edithcowanuniversity

Joondalup Campus
The campus is only 25km north of Perth and a short walkor bus ride from the Joondalup Train Station and Lakeside
Joondalup, one of the largest shopping centres in WA.
Joondalup Campus features award‑winning architecture,cafés, a bar, an outdoor cinema, a lake and loads of trees
and green spaces for study.

ECU Joondalup Campus
25
minsfrom Perth city by train

Here, you can study business, law, engineering,
psychology, nursing, medical and health sciences,cybersecurity and other science-related courses andteacher education.

Mount Lawley Campus
Located in the thriving cultural hub of Mount Lawley andclose to Perth’s Central Business District (CBD), you can’t
help but be inspired by the artistic vibe at this campus.
Here, you’ll find one of the world’s leading
performing arts academies, the Western AustralianAcademy of Performing Arts. Plus an array of artsand humanities courses.

15 ECU Mount Lawley Campus

minsfrom Perth city by bus

The campus is also home to Kurongkurl Katitjin,
ECU’s Centre for Indigenous Australian Education
and Research.

ECU South West
Located two hours’ drive south of Perth, ECU South Westin Bunbury is the largest university campus in regional
Western Australia.
Here, you can expect small, personalised class sizes andcourses in science, health sciences, nursing, social workand teacher education.

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ECU South West

hours from Perth city by car

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The campus features a café, mini‑gym, crèche facilities,
multi‑purpose sports courts, and a library with 24‑houraccess to a computer lab.

Source: Tourism WA

ECU City
ECU City will open to students from 2026 and will
represent the future of university education— urban, connected, integrated with business andcommunity — and part of the lifeblood of a thrivingcity. This exciting development will transform thecity of Perth and will deliver a world-class Creative
Industries, Business and Technology precinct.

ECU City will be home to:• The internationally recognised Western AustralianAcademy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), with its
world-leading courses in Dance, Aboriginal
Performance, Musical Theatre, Acting, Music,
and Production and Design.
• Creative industries programs from our School of Arts &Humanities, such as Broadcasting and Digital
Journalism, Visual Arts, Design and Communications,as well as the WA Screen Academy programs incinematography, film directing, documentary‑making,production, and screenwriting.
• Courses delivered by our School of Business & Law,connecting thousands of world-ready graduates with
WA’s commercial and legal hub.
• ECU’s advanced technology education programs,with next-generation content, and world-class facilities.
Located at the heart of Perth’s commercial, cultural andentertainment districts, ECU City will put students at thedoorstep of industry and business.
The campus will feature state-of-the-art digital smartlabs, design studios and galleries, film production andbroadcast studios, an industry innovation andengagement hub, and six world-classperformance venues.
To follow the journey, visit
citycampus.ecu.edu.au
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Student
Accommodation
ECU offers international students a variety ofaccommodation options, including on-campus
villages, off-campus private rental properties,
and homestay with a Western Australian family.

On-Campus Student Village
ECU Villages offer easy, convenient and affordable
accommodation across all three campuses. Get an all
inclusive concierge experience with the following
facilities and inclusions:y Renty Furniture

ECU Village – Joondalup Campus

y 24/7 Support
y Utilities (water, gas, electricity)y High speed Wi-Fi (unlimited)y Laundry accessible 24/7
y Outdoor BBQ areay On-site parking available (additional cost)y Sound space (Mount Lawley)y TV Room with Foxtel and gaming consoles(Mount Lawley & Joondalup)y Swimming Pool (Mount Lawley & Joondalup)y Basketball court (Mount Lawley & Joondalup)y Pool table, foosball and table tennis(Mount Lawley & Joondalup)y Recreation and lounge area
Due to the high demand for on-campus accommodation,
we recommend that you make your online application early.
For more information visit—
campuslivingvillages.com/australia/perth/edith-cowan-university-village

ECU Village – Mount Lawley Campus

Students staying at an ECU Village can also experience
special events including:y Movie nights
y Community Dinners
y Gaming Nights
y Craft Workshops
y Karaoke Nights (Mount Lawley & Joondalup)y Sport Competitions

ECU Village – ECU South West Campus

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Students may choose to rent an apartment, townhouse orhouse on their own or with fellow students. Private rental
accommodation can be furnished or unfurnished.
For further information on off-campus options, please
visit the Accommodation Resources page in the Student
Support area.
Visit Accommodation Resources page —intranet.ecu.edu.au/student/support/
accommodation-resources

Homestay
Students can also choose to live in a private home with anAustralian family. The chance to be involved in daily life,
the learning of our culture and customs, plus the added
advantage of having the company of other people, are justsome of the reasons Homestay is popular.
For more information — homestaynetwork.org/
edith-cowan-university

Living Costs
Day-to-day living costs will vary, based on personal
situations, interests and financial position.
Students should plan a budget to suit their needs,
but make sure it’s flexible enough to allow for changes
in circumstances.
For further information on the cost of living in Perth,including a cost of living calculator and resources onbudget planning visit StudyPerth:
Visit StudyPerth — studyperth.com.au/live/perthlifestyle/cost-of-living/
Limited number of accommodation bursaries are available.
For more information —ecu.edu.au/scholarships/offers

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Life as a student
It doesn’t matter if you’ve just left high school oryou haven’t been a student for a few years,
study at uni is a whole new world. The goodnews is, no matter what your study challenges,
we’re ready to help you succeed.

Adjusting to study whatever
your situation

Career advice and job skills
You can get support and resources to help you plan yourfuture career, as well as find work or volunteeringexperience while you’re a student.
This includes career-based workshops, industry events,
one-to-one career advice and more.

Free counselling service

At ECU, we’ll support you through your studies whatever
your personal circumstances. This includes if you have a
medical condition or disability or have responsibilities forcaring for a family member in a similar situation.

If you need to discuss any personal issues that may beaffecting your ability to study, we have a free,professional and confidential psychologicalcounselling service.

It might also include ensuring you can continue to observe
any cultural or religious practices.

Sports and gyms

Our Access and Inclusion team will work with you to
identify reasonable adjustments to your study and uni life.
They’ll also provide ongoing support to you through anindividual Learning Access Plan.

Adjusting to academic life
Learning at university can be a bit daunting to begin with,
but we’ve got you covered whatever help you need.
That includes help with preparing assignments, help withresearching or referencing, help with online study andloads more. You even get a peer mentor in yourfirst semester!

Being physically active positively stimulates your student
brain and helps you reduce the stress of assignment
deadlines or exams.
So, it’s a good thing that our campuses have terrificsports and gym facilities. You can also join group fitnessclasses, social sports teams or attend regular healthy
activities like yoga classes.

Student health services
The ECU campuses in Joondalup and Mount Lawley havestudent health centres with doctors (GPs), and nurses toassist you if you need them. The services are covered by
Medicare or Overseas Student Health Funds so mostvisits are free or low cost.
For more information —ecu.edu.au/future-students/ecu-experience

162024 International Future Student Course GuideECU Student Guild

ECU’s International CaféECU Student Guild is run by ECU students and provides
academic, social and financial assistance.

Being an international student is an exciting
opportunity – you get to build new friendships andamazing international contacts. But it can also be alittle overwhelming.

The Guild organises regular social events on campus andsupports the many and varied student clubs at ECU.
Joining a club is a great way to meet new people andenhance your university experience.
They also run a second-hand bookshop with an excellent
range of used textbooks. Best of all, Guild membership isfree for all students.
For more information —ecuguild.org.au

ECU invites international students to come along andshare a coffee and afternoon tea, while learning aboutliving and studying in Australia at International Café.
Each week hear from international students who havebeen in your shoes. Discover tips for balancing study andlife, and other fun information such as the best hidden
spots around Perth.
You will also hear from different guest speakers eachweek about services and activities available to you.
This is a great opportunity to meet other new international
students from across the globe and get to know some ofyour fellow students a little bit better. All over a coffee
and bite to eat!

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Industry
connections
help our students
ECU has many partnerships and links withindustry groups and organisations acrossWestern Australia, Australia and around the globe.

Great industry connections
Our connections help us provide you with opportunities togain hands-on experience, internships or practicums
while you’re studying. It can also help you findemployment after you graduate!

IBM
This partnership gives you an opportunity tocomplete a paid internship during your ECU
studies and possible employment when
you graduate.
It’s currently open to business, arts, design,
computer science, information technology or
project management students.

“During my internship at IBM
I got to work on and develop
products that are already being
used by the client now.”
Jakub Antoniewicz
ECU Computer Science graduate

This exciting experience in a large consulting firmmeans working within IBM teams on real world
projects involving their client companies.
Hear about the IBM internshipprogram from ECU students.

“My internship experience wasinvaluable in getting me to mycurrent full-time position as a
UX Designer at IBM.”Aryana Eraman
ECU Design graduate

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Application Process
Our My Uni Start website covers the stages that new students should work through to ensure they have a
successful start to life at ECU and in Perth.
This is a quick overview of how you can progress from a successful course application to landing in Perthin time for your all-important ECU orientation. Our Education Agents can help with finding the rightcourse, gathering documents and/or applying to ECU.
For more details —ecu.edu.au/my-uni-start/overview

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Explore5

Choose your course and check your eligibilityy Understand what kinds of study and othersupport you’ll have as a student

For more details —ecu.edu.au/international2

y Get tips to help you prepare for travel to Perthy Apply for your Overseas Student Health CoverApplyy Find a place to live in Perthy Learn about finances and working in Australia

Gather your documentsy Academic Certificates and transcripts (both inoriginal and English language)y English Proficiency resultsy Copy of passport (Photo page)

Find out more —ecu.edu.au/my-uni-start/preparing6y Work Reference (if applicable)y Book your transfer from the airport toyour accommodationy Marriage or name change certificate(if applicable)

Find out more —ecu.edu.au/my-uni-start/preparing/preparing-to-travel-to-perthy Copy of current Australia visa, evidence of visa
compliance, any current CoEs and academic
results (if applicable)

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y Book orientation activities recommended forinternational students

Admissions will assess your scholarship eligibility
at time of applicationy Find out about student safety and securityy Get to know our Library services

AcceptFind out more —ecu.edu.au/my-uni-start/orientationy Accept your offer of a place on a coursey Activate your student email accounty Pay your tuition feesy Apply for your student visa
Note: Our Admissions team will also consider youreligibility for a scholarship at this stage.
Find out more —ecu.edu.au/my-uni-start/get-started

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Enrol

Orientationy Learn about orientation and why it’s
so importantor apply direct online

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Before you leave homey Book your flight and plan to arrive at least two
weeks before semester starty Resumé (if applicable)

Submit your application through Authorised
Agents — ecu.edu.au/future-students/applying/find-an-authorised-agent

Prepare8

Arrive in Australia
y Collect your free welcome pack at the
StudyPerth International Desk at the airporty Contact home – let your friends and family
know you’re safey Activate your Medibank OSHCy Explore ECU and the area where you are living

y Complete your registration on My Uni Starty Enrol in your course unitsy Access important course informationy Know when to enrol and how to change
your units
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Admission Requirements
There are minimum admission requirements to enter ECU undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Students must meet these, in addition to meeting any prerequisites and/or special admission
requirements for the course for which they intend to apply.

Award Specific Requirements
Academic Entry
Requirements

Standard
Entry

Higher
Entry

English Entry
Requirements

GCE A Levels

The provision of yourofficial A Level results witha minimum aggregate scoreof 5 from a minimum of 2
and a maximum of 3 A
Level subjects (where A = 5,
B = 4 C = 3, D = 2, E = 1)

5

8

GCE A Level English
Language – Grade E orabove GCE O Level or
GCSE English Language– Grade C or above

International
Baccalaureate Diploma

Minimum of 24 points
consisting of aggregate
from 3 higher level and3 subsidiary level

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28Higher Level English– Grade 3 (2011) –Grade 4 (2012 onwards)

Western Australian Certificateof Education (WACE)

Australian Tertiary
Admission Rank (ATAR)
Subject to annual change

70

71-90#

Scaled score of 50 inEnglish, Literature or
ATAR English as
an Additional
Language/Dialect

Western Australia Universities
Foundation Program (WAUFP)

Subject to annual change

53.5

59

ELACS 50

Edith Cowan College
Foundation Program

Completion of Edith Cowan
College Foundation Program60

80-85#

Completion of Edith
Cowan College
Foundation Program

Specific Awards

Complete list of country-specificundergraduate admission requirements —international.ecu.edu.au/
secondary-school-results# ATAR higher entry score requirements may vary depending on the course.
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Minimum English Requirements
Academic/English

Requirements

Course Exceptions

There are various ways to meet ouradmission requirements, such as:Higher Entry: Includes, but not limited to,
Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science andRehabilitation), Bachelor of Science(Occupational Therapy) and Bachelor of
Speech Pathology.

Undergraduate
Academicy Secondary school resultsy Successful completion of one yearof tertiary study from arecognised institution

Englishy Completed Diploma program from arecognised institution

Assessed on case-by-case basis: Includes,
but not limited to, Bachelor of Engineering
Science, Bachelor of Law and associateddouble degrees.

Academic IELTS: 6.0 (no individual band
less than 6.0)

y Bachelor of Education(Early Childhood Studies)

TOEFL iBT: 70 (no individual score lessthan 17)y Bachelor of Education (Primary)Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic:
52 with no score less than 50

y Bachelor of Science (Nursing)English language results are typicallyvalid for two years. Please check validity
prior to application.

y Bachelor of Education (Secondary)y Bachelor of Science (Nursing)/
Bachelor of Science (Midwifery)y Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy)y Bachelor of Science (Paramedical Science)y Bachelor of Social Worky Bachelor of Speech Pathology

Postgraduate
Academicy Previous university studies
y Professional experience

EnglishAcademic IELTS: 6.5 (no individual band
less than 6.0)

y Master of Midwifery Practice

TOEFL iBT: 84 (with no score below 17)

y Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry)

Pearson Test of English (PTE): 58 with noscore less than 50

y Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)

English language results are typicallyvalid for two years. Please check validity
prior to application.

y Master of Professional Psychology

y Master of Nursingy Master of Nutrition and Dietetics
y Master of Clinical Psychology
y Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)y Master of Teaching (Primary)y Master of Teaching (Secondary)Complete list of accepted English results,
including Cambridge — ecu.edu.au/future-students/course-entry/
english-proficiency-bands

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Your pathway
to ECU
There are several pathways into ECU’s
undergraduate degree courses, including
bridging courses.
For postgraduate studies, you may be admitted
if you can demonstrate at least 5 years work
experience that’s relevant to the course.
Common pathways are shown below.

Academic Pathways
If you don’t meet ECU’s academic competency
requirements, we encourage you to consider studying at
one of our pathway providers, where you will be able toreceive a packaged offer, making it easier for you to
obtain your student visa. You may also be granted up to
120 credit points and fast tracked into the second year ofa bachelor’s degree.
For more details —international.ecu.edu.au/entry

Pathway Providers
Academies Australasia
academies.edu.au
Pathway into commerce.
AMA College
amacollege.edu.au
Pathway into commerce.

High School
Certificate IV#

Diploma*

Australian Institute of Workplace
Training (AIWT)Bachelor Degree(3 or 4 Years)*

aiwt.edu.au
Australian Institute Of Workplace Training

Pathway into commerce andsocial science.
Australian Professional Skills Institute(APSI)
apsi.edu.au

Graduate Diploma(1 Year)

Master by
Coursework(2 Years)

Pathway into commerce, hospitality,
tourism and social science.
Edith Cowan College (ECC)
edithcowancollege.edu.au
Pathway into 30+ ECU courses.

Honours(1 Year)Integrated PhD(4 Years)International Institute of Businessand Technology (IIBT)
iibt.edu.au
Pathway into commerce, computersciences, cyber security and IT.
Keystone College of Business andTechnology (KCBT)

PhD(3 – 4 Years)

Master by
Research(2 Years)First or Upper Second Class
Lower Second or Third Class
WAM 70 or higher

kcbt.wa.edu.au
Pathway into commerce, hospitality
and marketing.
National Institute of Technology(NIT Australia)
nitaustralia.edu.au
Pathway into commerce, computersciences, cyber security and IT.
Phoenix Academy

Students who have completed a Certificate IV may meetacademic requirements for entry into a bachelor degree.
*Students who have completed a diploma may be granted unit
credits with access to the second year of a bachelor’s degree.
Duration of course depends on diploma completed.
#phoenix.wa.edu.au
Pathway into commerce.
TAFE
tafeinternational.wa.edu.au
Pathway into 20+ ECU courses.
Sheridan Institute of Higher Education
sheridan.edu.au
Pathway into arts, commerceand science.

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If you don’t meet ECU’s English competency
requirements, we encourage you to consider
studying at one of our pathway providers, where you
will be able to receive a packaged offer, making iteasier for you to obtain your student visa.
For more details –international.ecu.edu.au/entry

Required English Results

Pathway Provider

Minimum Undergraduate
English Requirement*

Minimum Postgraduate
English Requirement*

Successful completion of Academic
English 4 (AE 4) with minimum
attendance of 80 per centSuccessful completion of Academic
English 5 (AE 5) with minimum
attendance of 80 per cent

Minimum score of B2+ with no band lessthan B2+ in Academic English IV

Minimum score of C1+ with no band lessthan B2+ in Academic English IV

Completion of the English for IELTS andAcademic Purposes with minimum
overall level Upper Intermediate B (B2 on
the Common European Framework).
Upper Intermediate B in all 4 macro skills(and meets Grammar/English in Use
requirements for this level)

Completion of the English for IELTS andAcademic Purposes with minimum
overall level Upper Intermediate A(B2+ on the Common European
Framework). Upper Intermediate A or B
in all 4 macro skills (and meetsGrammar/English in Use requirements
for this level)

Achievement of PICE English Level 7(Upper Intermediate B)

Achievement of PICE English Level 8(Upper Intermediate A)

Overall CEFR B2+ with no band lessthan B2+

Overall CEFR C1 with no band lessthan B2+

Edith Cowan College
edithcowancollege.edu.au

International Institute of Businessand Technology
iibt.edu.au

Language Links
languagelinks.wa.edu.au

Perth International
College of English (PICE)
pice.com.au

Phoenix Academy
phoenix.wa.edu.au*Required score to get into ECU.

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Edith Cowan
CollegeAcademic undergraduate
pathway to ECUStudents have the following options at ECC to get
into ECU:
Diploma: Your pathway into ECU 2nd year.

Edith Cowan College (ECC) is ECU’s on-campus
academic and English pathway provider. It is the
only ECU pathway based on the ECU campuses.
ECC offers ECU Pathway Programs for students
who may not qualify for direct entry into an ECU
degree program.

Students can commence their diplomas in Commerce,
Communications and Creative Industries, HotelManagement, Computing/IT and Engineering Studies at
ECC in February, June and October. ECC’s Diploma of
Health Science course includes ECU’s service taught
units, meaning that students can commence in February
and July, in line with ECU’s semesters.

ECC highlights

Foundation: Your pathway into ECU 1st year.

y Enables you to gain direct entry to ECU.
y Located on ECU Joondalup andMount Lawley campuses.
y Access to ECU libraries, eLabs, medical facilities,
cafés, sport facilities, security service and much more.
y Single visa to cover your Diploma and degree at
ECC and ECU.
y More individual classroom interaction to ensure you
receive a high level of attention from your lecturers.
y Dedicated university lecturers and teaching quality
assured by ECU.
y Accepts students under the age of 18.
y Study Tours and ELICOS Teacher Training available.
y ECC Joondalup campus has an official PTE (Pearson
Test of English) testing centre.
y ECC is registered by the Tertiary Education Quality andStandards Agency (TEQSA).

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The foundation program at ECC will bridge the gap
between your high school studies and ECU undergraduate
studies. With smaller classes and additional support,
you will be ready for your undergraduate studies at ECU
on completion of your ECC Foundation Program. The ECCFoundation Program gives you access to over
250 undergraduate courses from 7 schools: Arts &Humanities, Business & Law, Engineering & Technology,
Medical & Health Sciences, Nursing & Midwifery, Scienceand Teacher Education. The Foundation Program has two
intakes a year i.e. February and July for most courses.

Edith Cowan College
Building 80, 10 Injune Way
Joondalup, Western Australia, 6027
Phone: (61 8) 6279 1100
Email: info@ecc.edu.au
For more information—edithcowancollege.edu.auUndergraduate English
package guide

Postgraduate English
package guide

IELTS Score

IELTS Score

IELTS
4.0

AE 1
10
weeks

IELTS
4.5

AE 2
10
weeks

IELTS
4.5

AE 2
10
weeks

IELTS
5.0

AE 3
10
weeks

IELTS
5.0

AE 3
10
weeks

IELTS
5.5

AE 4
10
weeks

IELTS
5.5

AE 4
10
weeks

IELTS
6.0

AE 5
10
weeks

ECU
Undergraduate
entry

ECU
Postgraduate
entry

Academic postgraduate
pathway to ECU

Academic English Pathway
to both ECC and ECU

ECC’s Postgraduate Qualifying Program (PQP) is a
non-award program, designed for students who alreadyhave a tertiary qualification but have not qualified for
direct entry into selected ECU Masters degrees in the
School of Arts and Humanities, School of Business and
Law and School of Science (Computing & Security).

ECC provides English language programs for people who
do not meet the ECU English requirements and are from
non-English-speaking backgrounds.

This program leads into the following two year Masters
degrees with one unit of advanced standing:y Master of Business Administration Internationaly Master of Computer Sciencey Master of Cyber Securityy Master of Finance and Banking#y Master of Human Resource Management
y Master of International Hospitality Management
y Master of Marketing and Innovation Management
y Master of Management Information Systems
y Master of Professional Accounting#y Master of Professional Communicationsy Master of Project Management
y Master of Supply Chain and Logistics Management

The English language program at ECC offers direct entry
pathways for international students wishing to undertake
university study at ECU and elsewhere.
Students will be placed in the correct level according totheir IELTS result (see above), and will be required to passthat level to move to the next level or commence theiracademic program.

Program highlights
y Taught in 10-week blocks from beginner to advanced.
y Leads into Diploma and PQP courses at ECC andvarious degree programs at ECU.
y No further English testing is required at the end of the
program (except for Nursing and other higher English
requirement courses).
y Study with experienced teachers with 10+ years ofacademic excellence in Australia and abroad.
y 94% pass rate from ongoing assessment throughout
the 10-week block.
y Located at ECU Mount Lawley campus, only 4.5km
away from Perth CBD.

#

Advanced standing is not available for this course.

This program is taught on ECU’s Mount Lawley Campus.
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ECU Sri Lanka –new campus now
open
Getting an ECU degree is more accessible andaffordable than ever! Sri Lankan and international
students can now study for a degree at ECU’s newstate-of-the-art campus in Colombo, Sri Lanka!
Whether you choose to complete your study in Sri Lankaor transition from first-year studies to your second year at
ECU in Australia, our Sri Lanka Campus in Colombo offersa seamless pathway to completing your degree andenjoying a truly global experience.

Offshore Locations
We also offer some of our courses at the following
offshore partner locations as outlined in the table below.

China
Zhejiang Normal University

Sri Lanka
ECU Colombo

Courses offered at our Sri Lanka Campus include:y Bachelor of Commerce (International Business orManagement Major)y Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Engineeringor Cyber Security Major)y Bachelor of Design (Games and Interactive Design)

For more details and course availability —ecu.edu.lk

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Singapore
PBS Academy

Courses Available
China
Zhejiang Normal University

Master of Education(Education Leadership)

Singapore
PSB Academy

Bachelor of Science(Cyber Security)
Bachelor of Science(Exercise and Sports Science)y Bachelor of Biomedical Sciencey Bachelor of Science (Cyber Security)

VietnamHo Chi Minh City
Open University

VietnamHo Chi Minh City
Open University

Master of Education(TESOL)Study in Australia
and the UK
ECU has a partnership with the University of Portsmouthin the UK that provides students from each university withthe opportunity to spend a year in the other campus aspart of their studies.
The arrangement leads to you graduating with a uniquedual degree for specific courses, for example
Environmental Science, Exercise and Sports Science,
Cybercrime, Security and Intelligence or Mediaand Communication.
The number of courses is expected to grow, but it’sanother way you can spend time in another country,build contacts and experience, and have two degrees
on your résumé.

Courses offered include:y Bachelor of Science (Cybercrime, Security &Intelligence)y Bachelor of Environmental Sciencey Bachelor of Science (International Exercise &Sports Science)y Bachelor of Global Media & Communicationy Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Bioscience)y Bachelor of Global Sport Business Management(International)
For more information on the range of courses see —ecu.edu.au/uni-portsmouth

Think you know
everything about ECU?
Here are 101 things you might not know.
Go to —
101reasons.ecu.edu.au

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Source: Tourism WA

Study Abroad
Our Study Abroad program is the perfect way toexperience Australia. Study with ECU for up to ayear, and explore a unique part of the country.
Better still, our Study Abroad tuition fees are
great value!

Select your course
The course code you select for Study Abroad is based onyour study level and duration:y X01 – Study Abroad Program (Undergraduate)
1 Semestery X17 – Study Abroad Program (Undergraduate)
2 Semesters
y X02 – Study Abroad Program (Postgraduate)
1 Semestery X18 – Study Abroad Program (Postgraduate)
2 Semester

Tuition fees
The cost of Study Abroad depends on the number ofcredit points you will study and the units you select.
We have created two special fee groups for 2024.
Fee Group A includes hundreds of units from disciplines
in Arts, Business, Computing, Design, Economics,
Education, Humanities, Law, Mathematics, Science(non-lab based) and Social Science:y 45 Credit Points (3 x 15CP units) Study Abroad fee– $5,625
y 60 Credit Points (4 x 15CP units) Study Abroad fee– $7,500282024 International Future Student Course Guide

Fee Group B includes a special selection of units in thedisciplines of Engineering, Nursing, Paramedicine andScience (lab-based):y 45 Credit Points (3 x 15CP units) Study Abroad fee– $8,400
y 60 Credit Points (4 x 15CP units) Study Abroad fee– $11, 200
Use the Fee Calculator to check the cost of your chosen units —apps.ecu.edu.au/fees-calculator

Select your units
ECU has a fantastic range of units to choose from,across all eight schools.
If you need help selecting units, you can:Search the ECU Handbook—ecu.edu.au/handbook
Visit our website
ecu.edu.au/degrees/study-abroad
Chat with your Authorised Agents — ecu.edu.au/futurestudents/applying/find-an-authorised-agent
Contact ECU —international.partnerships@ecu.edu.au
Use our chat box –askus2.ecu.edu.au

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Study Abroad
applicants require an Academic IELTS overall minimum
band score of 6.0, with no individual band less than 6.0.
Visit the Course Entry page for more information —ecu.edu.au/future-students/course-entry

Scholarships
in 2024
ECU has a range of scholarships that are offeredexclusively to international students commencing
study in 2024.
Our Scholarships provide financial assistance to help
with the cost of tuition, fees, textbooks and otherliving expenses.
Your academic scholarship eligibility is automaticallyassessed by our Admissions team when you submit yourapplication to study at ECU.
The Western Australian Government also recognises thecost involved in being an international student and isoffering financial assistance through unique new student
incentives and scholarships to support you in setting up
home here.
For more information visit—
studyperth.com.au/student-support/
wa-government-international-student-incentives/
For full details on ECU scholarships
and terms and conditions, visit
ecu.edu.au/scholarships/offers

Important Dates
in 2024
Semester 1, 2024

Semester 2, 2024

Orientation

12 – 16 February

Orientation

15 – 19 July

Semester Commences

19 February

Semester Commences

22 July

Mid Semester Break1 – 5 April

Mid Semester Break

23 – 27 September

Study Week

27 – 31 May

Study Week

28 October – 1 November

Review and Examination3 – 14 June

Review and Examination4 – 15 November

Orientation

Summer School

Orientation happens two weeks before the start of eachsemester and it’s a great way for new students to adjust
to uni life.

Summer School may be offered with November
commencement. Please consult the website for availability.

You’ll get to meet teaching staff and new students,
find your way around campus and understand where togo for our many student support services.

For more details on our application dates,
visit — ecu.edu.au/future-students/
applying/important-dates

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Student Ambassadors
speak highly of life at ECU
Our International Student Ambassadors play an important role in helping new students adapt to life inWestern Australia and at ECU, providing connection to other students, social activities and support services.

“I have had a great
student learning
experience, including
networking opportunities
with students andprofessionals to support
my professional career.”
Harman Singh (India)
Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing and Finance)“At ECU, they celebrate
everything and everyone.
Everyone has their placein this university.”

Camille Jean-Marie (Mauritius)
Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling“My ECU experiencehas been great so far.
The wide range of support
services has been a great
resource for me during mytime here at ECU.”
Mandip Dahal (Nepal)
Bachelor of Science (Cyber Security)30

2024 International Future Student Course Guide“I have made unbreakablebonds with some of
my classmates andgenuine connections withlecturers and mentors
with whom I sharesimilar values.”
Deeandra Joubert (South Africa)
Bachelor of Education (Secondary)“I live in the ECU village on
campus and it’s amazing.
Being surrounded by
students from all over theworld and being part ofsuch a diverse community
makes it magical.”Andra Cimpean (Romania)
Master of Cyber Security“I have learnt a lot at ECU.
The connection withthe people I’ve met on
campus has helped me tofind another way to work,
to live.”
Grace Yin (China)
Master of Engineering (Chemical)

ECU’s School of Arts and Humanities offers great
opportunities to become a savvy, problem-solving,
future-building advocate, thinker, and maker!
You’ll get the chance to be inspired by our leading
educators and join like-minded students on your journey
to developing your own talents.
Our future-focused courses, which cover skills fromtoday’s most valued careers, will give you all you need tosucceed, with a strong emphasis on practical learning in
our industry-standard facilities.
When you graduate from ECU, you will be informed andempowered; able to navigate our complex global world;and be engaged directly in advancing social justice,realising individual human potential, and creating adiverse and inclusive culture.

How to design a career you
hadn’t thought ofAryana wanted a career where she could pursue
creativity, but it had to be practical, valuable
and meaningful.
She started with a Bachelor of Design at ECU’s School ofArts and Humanities, and an open mind. She now works at
IBM as a UX Designer and a Business Analyst.

Arts & Humanities

Art & Humanities
at ECU

Read more —ecu.edu.au/extra/design-career

Whether in creative humanities, or across a range ofpsychology and social science offerings, our courses
provide excellent career opportunities in the caring andcreative professions.
Regardless of the course you choose, we can’t wait to see
how you find your talent, explore your passion and change
the world.

Careers:y 2D & 3D Animatory Community Adviser

y Graphic Designery Scriptwritery Artisty Digital Media Manager

y Interior Designer

y Sound Mixery Authory Director

y Journalisty Therapist

y Child Protection Worker

y Film Criticy Photographery Web Designer

y Children Services
Coordinatory Film Directory Producer

y Youth Justice Officer

y Gallery Curatory Government Policy
Advisery Public Relations
Consultant

y Youth Welfare Worker

y Cinematographer
y Clinical Psychologist

For more information on Arts &Humanities courses, please visit —y Scene-of-Crime
Technician
Learn more about the
School of Arts and Humanities

ecu.edu.au/arts-and-humanities

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Rankings
In the 2023 Good Universities Guide, ECU
received a 5 star rating for teaching quality.
This rating has now been achieved for 16 years ina row. ECU has also received the following
rankings for its Arts and Humanities disciplines:#1
World-class facilities
ECU has made a major commitment to arts and humanities
through investment in multimillion-dollar facilities
including the redevelopment of design, photography,
visual arts and media studios, and new broadcastingstudios whilst building our new ECU City campus where
technology, industry and creativity will meet.
The ECU Psychological Services Centre isa state-of-the-art psychology clinic and training centre
where Clinical Psychology students provide services tothe public under direct supervision of experienced
clinical psychologists.

#1
#1
#1

#1
Connecting graduates with industry
Through our close links with industry professionals,
we can ensure our teaching and courses are in line withwhat industries are seeking from graduates.
For example, students in their final semester of the
Bachelor of Criminology and Justice degree have theoption to complete a Capstone project, mentored byindustry professionals and staff. The unit requires
students to apply research and problem-solving skills.
Recent graduate of the course, Ola Zumis, said:“Overall, my capstone project was a great experiencethat allowed me to hone my research and teamwork
skills. I also appreciated the ‘real-life’ component ofbeing supervised by an industry professional.”
Read more —ecu.edu.au/extra/criminology-capstone

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WA UNIVERSITYCOMMUNICATIONS

Undergraduate Overall Educational
Experience, Good Universities Guide 2023

WA UNIVERSITYCREATIVE ARTS

Undergraduate Median Income,Good Universities Guide, 2023

WA UNIVERSITYSOCIAL WORK

Undergraduate Overall Educational
Experience, Good Universities Guide 2023

WA UNIVERSITYHUMANITIES, CULTURE& SOCIAL SCIENCES
Undergraduate Overall Educational
Experience, Good Universities Guide 2023

WA UNIVERSITYPSYCHOLOGY

Undergraduate Overall Educational
Experience, Good Universities Guide 2023

Arts & Humanities

We’re all about balance

Professionally accredited courses

The accessibility of our courses continues to grow as weoffer more undergraduate courses online, and on all
campuses, so you can balance your work, family andstudy commitments.

At ECU we offer you the option to study courses that are
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Business & Law
at ECUAt ECU’s School of Business and Law, you’ll learn
the knowledge and skills that make youcompetitive in an ever-changing world of work.
Our programs offer a global perspective andprepare our graduates to find employment or
establish their own businesses in a variety of fields
in Australia or overseas.
Whether you’re looking to start a career or pursuing achange of direction, this guide will help you choose froman exciting mix of contemporary andprofessionally-accredited courses.
In every course you’ll get the latest theoretical knowledge
in your chosen discipline and test your learning withpractical, hands-on experiences in our fantastic on-campus
facilities. You’ll also build professional skills that employers
are always seeking by participating in workplace
practicums or internships through our network ofindustry partners.
Set yourself up for a rewarding career with a degree fromthe School of Business & Law.

Why study Business at ECU?

1Internationally accredited by AACSB International– held by less than six percent of businessschools globally.
All students are offered real-world learning

2 experience through Work Integrated Learning.
3

Access real-time global financial market datausing Refinitiv Workspace software in the SMART
Lab and tap into the latest social media data
analytics using Synthesio, Hootsuite and otherindustry relevant platforms in our Digital Hub.

4

Collaborate in the Centre for Business
Development and our Business Bureau or put
theory into practice in our ECU Tax clinic working
with tax professionals and members of thecommunity.

Why study Law at ECU?

1

The number one WA university for undergraduate
skills development and student support in Law
and Paralegal Studies (Good Universities
Guide, 2023).
Professionally accredited by the Legal Practice

2 Board of Western Australia (LPBWA).

Access to our state-of-the-art Moot Court which

3 simulates a real-world legal environment.
4Real-world experience opportunities under thesupervision of legal practitioners with theon-campus ECU Tax Clinic and the Northern
Suburbs Community Legal Centre.

Careers:y Accountant

y Hotel Manager

y Managing Director

y Sport Manager

y Bank Manager

y Marketing Manager

y Strategic Plannery Brand Manager

y Human Resource
Managery Project Manager

y Supply Chain Manager

y Data Analyst

y In-House Counsely Resort Manager

y Trade Manager

y Entrepreneury Lawyery Social Media Manager

y Event Manager

y Management
Consultant

y Sport Development
Managery Financial Analyst

For more information on Business & Law
courses, please visit —ecu.edu.au/business-and-law

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School of Business & Law

Business & Law

ECU ranked
among the best
The Business disciplines at ECU are accredited by AACSB International – held by lessthan six percent of business schools globally.

Top 250 university in the world for Business and Economic studies(THE Subject Rankings, 2023).

Top 30 in the world in the 2022 ShanghaiRanking’s global rankings for
Hospitality & Tourism Management.
#1 Business School for Quality in Australia (Australian Financial Review (AFR) BOSSBest Business Schools, 2022).
Top public university in Australia for Undergraduate Overall Educational Experience,
Skills Development and Learning Resources in Business and Management(Good Universities Guide, 2023).
Top WA university for Undergraduate Skills Development and Student Supportin Law and Paralegal Studies (Good Universities Guide, 2023).
ECU is the top public university in Australia for Skills Development for undergraduate
Business & Management studies (QILT, 2022).
WA’s top university for Undergraduate Skills Development in Undergraduate Law and
Paralegal Studies (QILT, 2022).

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Real-world
experiences
ECU and WA Police
collaboration project

ECU and global technology giant IBM are
creating opportunities for students to ‘Earn As
They Learn’ by providing applied industry
experience with IBM and its clients.

ECU Law students and trainees from Western
Australia Police Force (WA Police) are working
together to provide valuable real-world training
opportunities.

Ethan Culff got a lot more than he bargained for when
he started his Commerce degree majoring in ProjectManagement. Through ECU’s work placement program,
he was offered a paid internship with IBM.

ECU Law students act as a prosecutor and defendantcounsel in mock trials. Students are presented with aprosecution brief less than 24 hours before they are due
to appear in a mock court.
WA Police trainees are required to present the results of
their investigations on a case study in these mock trials.
These projects are designed to replicate a real-life court
experience that cannot be replicated in the classroom.

In-house work
experience as a
tax adviser
If you are studying Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor ofCommerce (Accounting major) or Master of Professional
Accounting, you’ll have the opportunity to provide tax
advice under the supervision of qualified tax managers at
the ECU Tax Clinic. Supported by funding from theAustralian Government and located on the Joondalup
Campus and remotely connected to Carnarvon, the clinic
offers this free service to individuals, small businesses,
charities and not-for-profit organisations who may not beable to afford professional tax advice.

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Life’s a successful project
for Ethan the intern

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Aside from the theory, he was able to put his studies
into practice. It also gave him some valuable insights
into what it’s like working in a real workplace.
Ethan says it has improved his practical, technical andsocial skills. Best of all, he was offered employment as
an Associate Consultant at IBM following his internship.

ECU has been ranked in the top 175 universities in
the world for Engineering by the Times Higher
Education World University Rankings for 2023.
As an ECU engineering student, you’ll study in some of
the best-equipped, industry‑grade engineering labs inAustralia, with the opportunity to work on real‑world
projects and develop strong contacts through industry
engagements, events and internships.

ECU ranked 151-175 for Engineering(Times Higher Education 2023)

With an ECU engineering degree, you’ll graduate as aworld-ready engineer, able to work globally and capableof meeting the challenges of the future.

Engineering & Technology

Engineering
at ECU

Did You Know?
When you study Engineering at ECU,
you can...

Start with a taste of everything
All of our engineering honours courses have acommon set of eight units in the first year.
This allows you to develop a better understandingof the engineering disciplines we offer. It also
gives you the flexibility to switch to anotherengineering course, if desired, after your first year.

Start like a professional
One of the most valuable things our engineering
students learn from the beginning of their course isapplied experience in purpose‑built labs. Many of
our labs have been built in collaboration withindustry and they’re world‑class. This means you’ll
be ready for the real thing when you graduate.

Careers:y Automotive Engineer

Engineery Environmental Engineer
y Flight Plannery Process Control
Engineery Design Engineery Instrumentation
Engineery Renewable Energy
Engineery Civil Engineer

y Electrical Engineer

y Mechanical Engineer

y Structural Engineer

y Communications
Engineery Electronics Engineer

y Mechatronics Engineer

y Embedded Systems
Engineery Oil and Gas Engineery Aviation Operations
Controllery Computer Systems
Technologist

y Chemical Engineer

y Computer Systems

For more information on Engineeringcourses, please visit —ecu.edu.au/engineeringy Petroleum Engineer

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10 reasons to choose
Engineering at ECU
1. Global rankings

6. Global recognition

ECU is ranked in the world’s top 175 universities forEngineering (Times Higher Education 2023).

You can work wherever you choose because ouraccredited courses are globally recognised under
the Washington Accord.

2. World-class facilities
Get practical experience in some of the most advanced
engineering labs in Australia. Our labs are equipped withthe latest technology, such as cutting-edge 3D printers,building-scale structural testing equipment, automatedmanufacturing, environmental remediation technologies,
smart energy systems, and much more.

3. Top in WA for engineering
ECU has been ranked the top university inWestern Australia for teaching quality and student
support undergraduate Engineering education(QILT SES results 2022).

4. Industry connections
Our courses are developed in close consultation withindustry and, in addition to a 12-week formal work
placement, you will have many opportunities to engage
with industry-based projects throughout your studies.

5. Professionally accredited
All of our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and
Master of Engineering courses are accredited byEngineers Australia.

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7. Choice
Choose from over 20 Engineering and Technology
courses across a wide range of traditional and emerging
discipline areas.

8. Engineering student clubs
Expand your horizons by joining dynamic student clubs
like the Climate Change Combat Engineering Society,
Women in Engineering, Edith Cowan Aviators,
ECU Robotics, Engineers Without Borders, Edith Cowan
University Racing, and more.

9. Scholarships
Scholarships can help you realise your ambitions by
paying for fees, text books and living expenses.
To find out more, visit —ecu.edu.au/international-scholarships

10. Range of admission pathways
Our Technology courses provide a pathway to study in thefield of engineering if you don’t meet the prerequisites,or wish to graduate as an Engineering Technologist
instead of a Professional Engineer.

Engineering & Technology

What kind of Engineer
will you be?
Chemical Engineer

Maritime Engineer

Production of pharmaceuticals, polymers
and other chemicals; oil and gas refining;mineral processing; food and wine production;industrial process design;
environmental protection.

Design and commissioning of oil and gas rigs,
ports and harbours; marine system design andoperation; marine surveying and coastal
engineering; naval architecture; offshore
renewable energy infrastructure development.

Civil Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Design and construction of roads, buildings andbridges; design of water supply and water
management systems; development ofharbours and railways.

Design, optimisation and maintenance of
mechanical systems; automotive andmanufacturing engineering; development ofsystems for materials handling and mineralprocessing; air handling and conditioning
system design.

Computer Systems Engineer
Design of computer and digital systems;
embedded systems development;
hardware/software integration; robotic andintelligent system implementation.

Electrical Engineer
Design, development and maintenance ofsystems for power generation and distribution;
renewable energy systems planning; design andcommissioning of electrical plant for mining
or industry.

Instrumentation Control
and Automation Engineer
Automation of mining and mineral processing
operations; development of automatedmanufacturing systems; process control forindustrial production facilities.

Mechatronics Engineer
Automation of industrial systems; design anddevelopment of robotic and smart mechanicalsystems; advanced and intelligent
manufacturing; industrial process control.

Motorsports Engineer
Design and development of high-performancevehicles; automotive and manufacturing
engineering; engine and vehicle system
optimisation; motorsports team management.

Petroleum Engineer
Exploration, evaluation and drilling of oil andgas reservoirs; production, delivery anddownstream processing of hydrocarbons.

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Medical & Health
Sciences at ECU
Get valuable experience through
ECU’s sports partnerships
If you choose to study one of our courses, you cantake advantage of ECU’s strong sporting industry
network in Western Australia, including our West
Coast Eagles and Perth Glory partnerships.
You’ll have:

At ECU’s School of Medical and Health Sciences,
you can choose from a diverse range of courses thatcan lead to exciting careers in the health industry.
As a student, you’ll practise new skills in some of the best
facilities and specialised laboratories in Australia.
You’ll also have opportunities to participate in work
placements with one of ECU’s many partner organisations
as part of your studies.

y Work placement opportunities with the football
departments, where you can apply yourknowledge and learn from some of the best
sports performance analysts.
y Access to club facilities, including the ECU High
Performance Centre for elite athletic
performance and testing at Mineral
Resources Park.
y Volunteer opportunities to gain experience at
key events during the season.
y Invitations to unique events, facilities tours,
industry guest speaker events, andnetworking opportunities.

Superlabs and super facilities
You’ll learn all the latest theories in your chosen course,
but you’ll also spend a lot of time putting your learning
into practice.
The good news is that ECU has some of the best facilities
you’ll find at any university in Australia.
That includes our state-of-the-art Superlabs on the
Joondalup Campus, plus specialised facilities and labs for
Exercise and Sports Science, Nutrition, Paramedicine andother disciplines.
So you’ll not only have the best resources to practise newskills, but when you graduate, you’ll have valuable
experience using industry-standard equipment.

Careers:y Accredited Exercise
Physiologist

y Football Performance
Analysty Medical Scientisty Paramedicy Microbiology Technician

y Speech Pathologist

y Dietitiany Health Education
Officery Neuromuscular
Therapisty Sports Medicine Trainer

y Health Officer

y Nutritionisty Health Promotion
Practitioner

y Occupational Therapist

y Strength & Conditioning
Coachy Clinical Scientist
y Environmental Health
Officery Exercise Scientist

y Laboratory Manager

For more information on Medical &Health Sciences courses, please visit —ecu.edu.au/medical-andhealth-sciences

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2024 International Future Student Course Guidey Sport Physiologisty Occupational Health &Safety Manager

Learn more about the
School of Medical & Health SciencesDuring your studies, you may have the opportunity toundertake supervised work placements across a wide
range of health, education and community-based settings.
This includes working at ECU clinics, hospitals,
schools, public health settings, aged care facilities,
high-performance and community sport and exercise
organisations, and ambulance services in metropolitan
or rural sites.
Depending on your course, these practical placements
can start as early as your first few weeks as a student.
One of the great things about placements is they give you
the chance to make new contacts in your future industry.
They also give you a real taste of workplaces, allowing
you to test not only your new theoretical knowledge,
but also your soft skills, including your ability to work as
part of a team and more.
Placements are good for your confidence as well as
your resumé!
Liam Guy, Bachelor of Health Science graduate,
demonstrates this through his 2-week practicalplacement with the WA Country Health Service inNortham. He found the experience invaluable and wasable to create and publish health promotion resources
and participate in events.

“My practical placement
was really valuable as it
ultimately led to my first healthpromotion job.”

Medical & Health Sciences

Find your feet early with a work
placement

Liam GuyECU Health Science graduate

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Clinical Training Opportunities forAllied Health Students
The Joondalup Community Clinical School is a
purpose‑built clinical training facility located at
Joondalup Health Campus. Students provide services
to the community, including nutrition and dietetics,
exercise physiology, speech pathology, andoccupational therapy.
The student-led Joondalup Community Clinical
School benefits the community, with the provision ofhigh-quality, interprofessional, evidence-based care
to a wide range of clients to assist with the
management of chronic disease, mental illness,
neurological conditions and general health.
The clinic provides opportunities for students tocontribute to client assessments and interventions.

“One of the things I loved
through my studies at ECU was
the support I got, not only fromthe staff and lecturers, but also
from the students.”
Joel Skinner
ECU Exercise Science and Rehabilitation
graduate

422024 International Future Student Course Guide“ECU’s embrace of diverse
cultures helped me feel at easeas an international student.”
Asma Sheriff
ECU Public Health graduate

Nursing & Midwifery

Nursing &Midwifery at ECU
ECU produces some of the highest quality nursing
and midwifery graduates in Western Australia(WA), and is recognised as a Top 150
nursing program worldwide.
We have dedicated nursing and midwifery courses,
including WA’s only nursing and midwifery dual degree
program. These courses offer an innovative and broad
study approach for scenario-based learning. Students areprovided with access to state‑of‑the‑art health andwellness facilities featuring simulated practice areas andpracticum placements with a range of healthcare
providers across Western Australia.

Why study Nursing &Midwifery at ECU?
WA’s only dual Nursing &Midwifery degree
Professionally accredited courses
State-of-the-art facilities

Inspired to become a nurse
Graduate Nurse Kellie McDiarmid is an inspiration
to her family, her community and to mature age
students who are still wondering if they can do it.
Miss McDiarmid, a proud Dieri, Arabana andKokatha woman from South Australia, andAboriginal Student Ambassador at ECU, says she
was inspired to become a nurse when she lived
with her grandmother in a remote outback town.
Read more about what inspired Kellie
to become a nurse — ecu.edu.au/extra/
inspired-nurse

Above world average performancein research
Top 150 nursing program worldwide

QS World University Subject Ranking 2023

Over 160 placement providers across WA
South West study options

Careers:
y Registered Nurse

y Critical Care Nurse

y Aged Care Nursey Registered Midwife

y Mental Health Nurse

y Rural Nursey Children and Young
People’s Nursey Regional Nursey Remote Nurse

For more information on Nursing &Midwifery courses, please visit —ecu.edu.au/nursing

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Outstanding health andwellness facilities

Mums Adopting Midwifery Students(MAMS) Program

Our state‑of‑the‑art health and wellness building
incorporates high and low fidelity simulated practicewards for both nursing and midwifery that provide a safe,
authentic environment for clinical skills development.
These provide students with the opportunity forexperiential hands‑on practice to learn skills in a variety
of simulated scenarios, designed to increase thecompetence and confidence of students. The wards
include 66 beds on the Joondalup Campus and 23 beds
on the South West Campus that simulate the real world
healthcare environment, and dedicated midwifery
practice areas.

To consolidate the theory learnt in the classroom and tounderstand expectant and new parents’ experiences of
having a baby, all midwifery students participate in our
Mothers Adopting Midwifery Students (MAMS) program.
The MAMS program pairs students with pregnant womenfor their mutual benefit. Students assist throughout the
pregnancy all the way through to the first few weeks afterchildbirth. The program offers invaluable learning
opportunities outside of a ‘typical’ classroom setting,where students can develop both their clinical andinterpersonal skills.

Ranked among the best in the world
In the 2023 Good Universities Guide, ECU was ranked thebest WA university and second best Australian university
for overall education experience in the field of nursing.
ECU was also announced in the latest QS Subject
Rankings as being one of the top 150 nursing programs in
the world.

Practical placement
partnership programs
Our partnership programs offer nursing and midwifery
students the opportunity to undertake the majority of theirpractical placements in one health service, allowing themaccess to helpful resources, as well as networking
opportunities. These unique partnership programs areavailable at a range of healthcare facilities, including
Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group,
North Metropolitan Health Service Mental Health,Ramsay Health Care and Western Australian County
Health Service.

Nursing & Midwifery
at ECU South West
ECU’s nursing and midwifery undergraduate
degrees can also be studied at ECU South West.
The upgraded facilities are the most sophisticated inregional Western Australia. They include nursing andmidwifery demonstration areas and a highdependency ward. The technology and equipment
utilised at ECU South West is the same as thatfeatured at our Joondalup Campus, ensuring that all
ECU nursing and midwifery students have access tothe same supportive learning environment. We havededicated staff in the South West to support students
on their journey, and we work with regional clinicalpartners to provide real world experiences in the area.
ECU South West provides students with access toamazing facilities as well as personalised classes.

“The nursing practicefacilities at ECU South Westare set up like a real-lifeclinical ward.”
Kavan PatelECU South West Nursing graduate

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Scienceat ECU
When it comes to studying computing, security,
science and the environment, ECU’s teaching andresearch facilities are world‑class.
You’ll find a range of practical degrees that can lead to
distinctly different careers in fields such as biology,
bioinformatics, cyber security, computer science, counter
terrorism security, physics, information technology,
environmental science, sustainability, chemistry,mathematics, data science, horticulture, and more.
Our flexible courses and world‑class teaching, combinedwith our Work Integrated Learning program and closeindustry links, will provide you with endless possibilities inAustralia and internationally.

Rankings#1

IN AUSTRALIACOMPUTING & INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Undergraduate Overall Educational Experience,
Good Universities Guide 2023

#1
#1

WA UNIVERSITYENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Undergraduate Overall Educational
Experience, Good Universities Guide 2023

WA UNIVERSITYSCIENCE & MATHEMATICS
Undergraduate Overall Educational
Experience, Good Universities Guide 2023

Careers:y Analytical Chemisty Counter Terrorism
Consultant

y Games Developer

y Aquatic Scientist

y Horticulturisty Network Security
Engineery Biodiversity Manager

y Cyber Security Analysty Intelligence Profiler

y Scientist

y Bioinformaticiany Data Scientisty IT Consultant

y Security & Risk Analysty Computer Programmery Digital Forensic
Investigatory Marine Biologist

y Software Designery Natural Resource
Managery Sustainability Officery Nature Conservationisty Web Developer

y Computing Project
Leadery Environmental
Management Officer

For more information on
Science courses, please visit —ecu.edu.au/sciencey Systems Architect

Learn more about the
School of Science

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7 reasons to study Scienceat ECU

1 Choice

A range of courses and majors acrossdiverse fields. You’ll have the option to
study degrees focusing on a specific area,or broader degrees which cover multiple
areas within a single discipline.

2 Industry & career networking

Students get the opportunity to meet andnetwork with prospective employers,industry representatives and professionals
at the Science Annual Careers Events.

3

International reputation
ECU is the only Australian university
recognised as an International
Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, andone of our staff members is a member of
the INTERPOL Global CybercrimeExpert Group.

4 Scholarships

Scholarships can help you realise yourambitions by paying for fees, text books
and living expenses.
To find out more, visit —ecu.edu.au/international-scholarships

Highlights
Science at ECU
ECU offers an exciting Bachelor of Science degree covering abroad range of disciplines that give students the opportunity
to specialise in a major discipline of study and multi-skill by
selecting from a range of optional units, creating a unique
graduating skillset to increase their career options.
Students will get the opportunity to learn in a new Sciencebuilding containing multiple super laboratories, the facadeof which features the largest permanent periodic table in
the world.

Work Integrated Learningand employability
All undergraduate courses within ECU’s School of Scienceoffer Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities withindustry and government partners, allowing students to gain
authentic work experience prior to graduating.
WIL opportunities can include short term placements,
internships, industry projects completed on-campus andindustry/community volunteering. Students who meet
eligibility requirements can even spend their final semester
in a full-time placement with an industry partner, includingcommercial, government or not-for-profit employers.
There are also opportunities for paid and unpaid internships
with a large number of organisations across the broad rangeof science and computing subjects. These opportunities
prepare you for industry. They will also allow you to getyour foot in the door on your path to your dream career andintroduce you to networks and potential employers.
Find out more —ecu.edu.au/science-wil

5 Work integrated learning

Students receive real world experiencethrough placements, internships,
industry projects and volunteering.

6 Industry standard facilities

Students have access to labs equippedwith the latest technology,
from state‑of‑the‑art mass spectrometry
analytical equipment to the latest incomputer technology, including the only
multimillion dollar Security Operations
Centre at an Australian university.

7 International opportunities

International study options available via
study tours, student exchange andinternational internships, as well as theopportunity to study a dual degree andgraduate with a degree from the UK’s
University of Portsmouth along with an
ECU degree.

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2024 International Future Student Course Guide“The units I studied wereclosely aligned to realworld applications.”
Scott Hazelden
ECU Environmental Management graduate

Science

Computing and Security at ECU
ECU is recognised as a leader in cyber security.
Our computing and security courses offer a range ofmajors to choose from, studying in world‑class facilities.
Our cyber security research and education team is thebest in Australia and highly respected globally. ECU is the
only Australian university recognised as an International
Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, and also plays a keyrole in the $139 million Cyber Security Cooperative
Research Centre.

Grow your future with a
Horticulture major“The knowledge I have gained
from ECU has been a fantastic
foundation for me in theworkforce.”
Soumita KaleECU Cyber Security student

If the world of Horticultural plants is your thing, ourHorticulture major should be your first pick as part ofyour ECU Science degree. Horticulturists are experts in
the improvement of plant propagation, growth, yields andnutritional value. They also understand how to optimise
production and postharvest technologies to enhance thequality of fruits, vegetables and flowers, including for
economic benefits. Expect lots of lab work and field
experiences in this major, as well as engagement withindustry professionals.
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Teacher Education
at ECU
Do you want to make a positive difference to young
lives in an early childhood setting, primary or
secondary school? The teachers of tomorrow
choose to study at ECU because we’re leaders ineducation and education research.
ECU’s School of Education strives to find better ways tohelp you become a teacher through pioneering researchand outstanding partnerships with schools.
When you study at ECU, you will have a choice from thewidest range of education specialisations taught inWestern Australia. This gives you the opportunity to
tailor your course to help you become a specialist
teacher in your chosen field of interest.
Our courses are professionally accredited by the
Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia,
while our Early Childhood Studies courses are also
approved by the Australian Children’s Education andCare Quality Authority.
So, if you want to be part of the next generation ofoutstanding teachers, ECU’s Teacher Education courses
will start you on your journey.

Real-world learning in schools andearly learning centres
Our courses in early childhood, primary and secondary
teacher education are renowned for their extensive
professional experience, making our graduates job-readyand preferred by many employers. Your study at ECU will
be embedded in authentic classroom settings with real
students and real teaching. With over 1,000 partnershipschools and early learning centres, your study will focus
on the needs of schools of today and will be supported
through classroom‑based experiences. This ensures you’ll
be prepared for your very own classroom when
you graduate.

Partners in Literacy
and Numeracy
Partners in Literacy and Numeracy (PLaN) is an
initiative that allows Pre-Service Teachers toprovide support to local schools to deliver theirliteracy and numeracy programs. This allows ECU
Pre-Service Teachers to gain extra experienceand exposure to a classroom environment beyond
the mandatory professional experience. ECU has
a growing number of partnerships with schools
throughout metro WA to deliver the
PLaN initiative.
To find out more, visit
ecu.edu.au/education/plan

Careers:y Art Teacher

y Computing Teacher

y English Teachery Music Teachery Biological Science
Teachery Design & Technology
Teachery High School Teacher

y Pedagogical Leader
y Primary School Teacher

y Chemistry Teacher

y Digital Media Teachery Home Economics
Teachery Child Care Professionaly Education Officer

y Kindergarten Teacher

y Social Science Teacher

For more information on Teacher
Education courses, please visit —ecu.edu.au/teacher-education

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Learn more about the
School of Education

Teacher Education

Real-world teachingexperience
Internship opportunities
ECU’s School of Education offers immersive internshipprograms in the Early Childhood, Primary andSecondary courses.
The internship programs have a vastly different emphasis
from the Assistant Teacher Program (ATP) professional
experience placement. Choosing an internship programassists to develop a deeper level of understanding of thecomplexity of school culture and what it means to be acommitted graduate teacher. This may look different
across settings as schools and early learning centres may
use an intern in one classroom, across classrooms or todevelop a specific project to implement.
The intern’s relationship with staff will progress to that ofa colleague engaged in professional learning. During aninternship there is a strong emphasis on independent
learning, whilst supported by experienced staff from theschool/early learning centre and University.
To find out more, visit
ecu.edu.au/schools/education/internships

Your career destinations
We offer a full range of teaching courses to help you begin
your teaching career, as well as professional development
courses to ensure you’re always ready for future career
opportunities. Some of the exciting and fulfilling
professional careers available to teaching graduates inAustralia and internationally include:y Classroom teacher
y Lead teacher
y Education consultant
y Curriculum consultant
y Deputy Principal or Principal
y Regional Executive Director
y Director General or Chief Executive Officer
y Teacher educatory Researcher

Diversity in education
Our ongoing relationships and established partnerships
with public and private schools and early learning centres,in both local and regional areas, will allow you to gain
experience with children with diverse learning abilities
and from differing economic, social, ethnic andeducational circumstances.

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Flexible offerings
At ECU’s School of Education, we strive to provide thesupport and flexibility required to graduate WA’s
top teachers. Some of the ways we achieve this include:

ECU Ranked
among the best

y Courses are available at Mount Lawley, Joondalup andECU South Westy Knowledgeable, experienced teaching staff who arefriendly and supportivey Extensive hands-on experience in the classroomy Opportunity to graduate with a formal specialist areaof study within Early Childhood Studies andPrimary courses

Top 300 university in the world for Education
studies, (THE Subject Rankings, 2023).

y Students can graduate with both a major and minor in
the Secondary course

Australia’s top public university for Undergraduate
Skills Development, Learner Engagement andLearning Resources in Teacher Education,(QILT, 2022).

THE GOOD
UNIVERSITIES
GUIDE
TM

2023

TE

“ECU is a place of opportunity,
where we are encouraged andsupported in our learning.”
Phillipa Combrink
ECU Bachelor of Education (Primary) student,
South Africa

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HING QUALITYTop university in Australia for Undergraduate
Teaching Quality, Skills Development andLearning Resources in Teacher Education,(Good Universities Guide, 2023).

The Western Australian Academy of Performing
Arts at Edith Cowan University is internationallyrenowned as one of the world’s leading performing
arts institutions.
WAAPA offers the most comprehensive range ofperforming arts training in Australia, both on stage andbehind the scenes. Its outstanding teaching staff arecommitted to enabling its talented students to realise
their artistic and creative ambitions. WAAPA is a place
where artistry, creativity, self-expression andcollaboration are encouraged and celebrated.

WAAPA Alumni
First established in 1980, WAAPA has been the training
ground for thousands of musicians, designers, technicians
and performers, including world-class entertainers suchas Hugh Jackman, Frances O’Connor, Sam Corlett, Shalom
Brune-Franklin, Dacre Montgomery, Rachael Maza and Jai
Courtney, comedians Jim Jeffries and Tim Minchin; opera
singers Emma Matthews, Duncan Rock and Rachelle
Durkin, music theatre stars Lisa McCune, Eddie Perfectand Lucy Durack, musicians Troy Roberts, Linda May Han
Oh, Chris Dragon, Jessica Gethin and Meg Mac. WAAPA’s
Arts and Cultural Management, and Production and
Design professionals can also be found working in arts
organisations and companies around the world.

“I travelled to Perth from
Sweden because of WAAPA’s
Performance Making course.
It’s unlike anything I could findat home.”
Linnea Tengroth
WAAPA Performing Arts graduate

Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts

WAAPA at ECU'Samovila' 2022
Photo by Stephen Heath

Careers:y Actory Company Manager

y Dramaturgy Playwrighty Artisty Composery Entertainery Producery Arts Marketing
Managery Dancery Music Artisty Production Manager

y Musician

y Singery Choreographery Designer for Stage/
Screeny Performance Artist

y Songwritery Choristery Directory Performer

For more information on Arts &Humanities courses, please visit —ecu.edu.au/waapa

Learn more about
WAAPA

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Top National Researcher
Last year WAAPA’s Dr Luke Hopper was named top in thenation in his research field by The Australian.
The newspaper’s annual Research Magazine nominated
Dr Hopper as Field Leader in Drama and Theatre Arts inthe category of Humanities, Literature and Arts.
Dr Hopper uses sophisticated motion capture technology
to better understand the biomechanics of dance to tailor
advice to dancers in order to help them limit their injuries.

ECU City – an exciting new home
for WAAPAECU City will be one of the most dynamic, innovative andtechnologically advanced university campuses in thesouthern hemisphere. In addition to a range of specialist
facilities, this state-of-the-art building will include six
world-class venues for WAAPA’s 300-plus performances
a year.

“My WAAPA years were the best
three years of my life.”
Lucy Maunder
WAAPA Music Theatre graduate

With this exciting move, WAAPA will join the ranks ofrenowned inner-city performing arts conservatoires suchas New York’s Juilliard School, London’s Guildhall Schoolof Music and Drama, and Vienna’s University of Music andPerforming Arts.
As WAAPA’s new home, ECU City campus will bring theenergy and vibrancy of more than 10,000 students andstaff to Perth’s CBD.
The transformative development heralds a new era for
WAAPA, as it continues to produce future arts
professionals who will go on to light up the world with
their extraordinary gifts and creative ambitions.

“The Arts and Cultural
Management course at
WAAPA is fantastic.”
Alexander McKinnon
WAAPA Arts and Cultural Management graduate

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All applicants for courses at WAAPA must complete an
online application form which can be accessed via
ecu.edu.au/waapa
An application fee applies.
Applications for WAAPA courses (excluding the Bachelorof Music) are not accepted through ECU’s Experience
Based Entry Scheme.

Photo by Stephen Heath

Admissions information

Interviews, auditions and folios

WAAPA offers a wide range of courses from Vocational
Education and Training (VET) Certificates, Diplomas andAdvanced Diplomas, through to Higher Education
Bachelor, Master and Doctoral degrees.

All WAAPA courses require applicants to complete aninterview and/or audition, or submit a folio of work,as part of the selection process.

Admission to all WAAPA courses is by audition
and/or interview.
Admission to programs at WAAPA also requires
applicants to meet ECU’s standard university
admission requirements.

For more specific information about interviews,
auditions and folios, visit waapa.ecu.edu.au

RTO Provider
RTO Provider 4756

Applications for WAAPA courses are open from July to
September the year prior to course commencement.

Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts

Applications& Admissions'Samovila' 2022
Photo by Stephen Heath

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Research at ECU
ECU has a strong focus on conducting andtranslating research that has social, health,economic, environmental and cultural impact.
Our world-class research transcends medical practice,driving health outcomes and quality of life. It leverages
our unique geographical location, tying the naturalenvironment to the built. It’s also at the forefront of shaping
our digital future, addressing the challenges of the digital
revolution. And it shapes the culturally-rich society we live
in today, informing and protecting communities.

Delivering High Impact Research
Solutions to global problems depends upon quality
research across environmental, health, technological,
cultural and social structures. When conducting a Higher
Degree by Research at ECU, candidates will havenumerous opportunities to engage directly with relevant
industry partners to their ensure that their research iscreating innovative solutions that have impact.
ECU recognises the importance of industry collaboration
through sustained existing and growing new industry
partnerships. We offer access to world-class researchacross our Schools and Strategic Research Institutes andCentres, valuing mutually benefici al industry partnerships
and industry embedded learning at ECU. We collaborate
with all types of businesses (from small start-ups, small
and medium enterprises, government and not-for-profits
to large corporations) providing industry research
partnership opportunities across a number of programs.
For more information on
Research courses, please visit —ecu.edu.au/research

World-Class Research
ECU conducts world-class research that makes adifference, focusing on people, partnerships andresults. As part of the vibrant community at ECU,
our researchers help to transform lives. Our four
key research themes include:
Health – Prevention, detection and managementof disease and injury
Society and Culture – Impacting and supportingsocial change through ensuring diversity,
creativity, cultural identity, education, personaland organisational success and social justice
Securing Digital Futures – Enabling a safe,
secure, productive and enterprising
digital environment
Natural and Built Environments – Understanding,harnessing, building and protecting environments
for sustaining people, place and planet.
For more information about the range ofworld-class research projects being
undertaken by ECU researchers, visit —ecuworldclass.com

SOAR Centre
The SOAR Centre (Support – Opportunities– Advice – Resources) is a free, peer-to-peer
support service open to Higher Degree by
Research and Honours students.
The SOAR Centre provides support andinformation with a focus on a wide range of
research skills training and career development.
For more information, visit —intranet.ecu.edu.au/research/
for-research-students/soar-centre“I am inspired by my principal
supervisor’s career andachievements; she is a rolemodel for me.”Tina (Ran) Yan
ECU PhD candidate (Nutrition)

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Research Support
We are fully committed to the research student
experience and we offer a range of innovative andsuccessful support programs:y An orientation program and events to help you
get started.
y An extensive free online and face-to-face researchtraining program to help you develop new research andprofessional skills.
y Special seminars with guest presenters from businessand industry groups.
y Opportunities to network with other researchers.
y Support for planning your career beyond yourresearch degree.
y Opportunities to collaborate with industry to advanceyour career (e.g. internships, industry-supported
projects and so on).

Our Research Profile
Edith Cowan University (ECU) conducts world-classresearch that makes a difference, focusing on people,
partnerships and results.
As part of the vibrant community at ECU, our researchers
help to transform lives and change the world for the better.
Examples of our ground-breaking research include:y Boxing can help fight Parkinson’s Diseasey New membranes are making drinking water safer
y Increasing vitamin K can help your bones
y Flavonoids can help your hearty Hair dye is helping the conservation of sea lions
y Genetic link found between gut disorders andAlzheimer’s
Explore these projects and more at —ecuworldclass.com“ECU has provided me withsupport systems and the value
and experience of diversity
and inclusion.”
Afia Sarpong
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Greening ECU
Edith Cowan University is committed toreducing the environmental impact associatedwith its operations by conducting its activities
in a socially and environmentally responsible
manner. This includes implementing
strategies and technologies that minimise
waste of resources and demonstrateenvironmentally sensitive development,
innovation and continuous improvement.

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information in this publication is correct at the timeof production. The information is subject to change
from time to time and the University requests theright to add, vary or discontinue courses and impose
limitations on enrolment in any course.
The publication constitutes an expression of interestand is not to be taken as a firm offer orunderstanding. This publication is intended forAustralian citizens and permanent residents only.
Some information contained in this publication may
not be applicable to international students.

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