Overview

Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Perth, Western Australia, is noted for its vigorous and innovative course content, specialized research, and creative pursuits. Named in honor of Edith Dircksey Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian Parliament in 1912, Edith Cowan University is a responsive and forward-thinking institution and an Australian leader in the provision of professionally focused degree programs. As the modern descendant of the first higher education institution in Western Australia, ECU upholds a well-deserved reputation for teaching excellence that dates back to the beginning of the 20th century.

One of the larger universities in Australia, it has developed strong links with industry, government, and research institutes in Australia and overseas. These links help the University to design and develop courses and research projects relevant to today’s professional world. In fact, ECU offers over 330 specialist award programs, and 1,700 staff members provide a challenging and supportive environment for teaching and learning. Areas of strength include the ‘knowledge based’ disciplines of finance and business, computing, and IT; media and communications; education; health and social sciences; nursing; and visual and performing arts.

Location

Perth, Western Australia, is a vibrant, sophisticated city and is the closest major Australian capital to many major cities in Asia, Africa, and Europe. It is a city of energy and affluence, and the standard of living in this beautiful city on the Indian Ocean is amongst the highest in Australia. Services and facilities in Perth are world class and its people, industries, and institutions are dynamic and global in outlook.

A recent national survey conducted by News Poll found that Perth was the overall best city in Australia on almost all indicators including facilities, lifestyle, living standards, and cost of living. Perth is well known as friendly, safe, and relaxed, yet it offers all the cosmopolitan attractions of a large international city. The city boasts thousands of restaurants and cafes, cinemas, nightclubs, and music venues as well as great shopping! The warm sunny climate is also perfect for sporting and leisure activities – everything from tennis to golf through to whale watching and sailing, or just relaxing on our beautiful beaches. Every year Perth welcomes thousands of visitors including some 20,000 international students from every corner of the globe. Perth is simply a GREAT place to live and study.

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Extracurricular Activities

With nine months of nice weather every year, West Australians love to participate in outdoor pursuits such as camping, hiking, and team sports. Perth residents enjoy many water sports including surfing, sailing, sailboarding, water-skiing, and scuba diving, and the nearby port city of Fremantle is loved for its beaches, relaxed markets, cafes, and harbor-side restaurants.

ECU runs a ‘Recreate’ program which is a fantastic way to meet other students, make great friends, and get involved in the Uni way of life, both international and Australian. It is also an excellent opportunity to experience all the special features that Perth has to offer. Some of the Recreate activities include water sports, health and fitness, bushwalks, and didgeridoo playing.

Academic Highlights

Students can choose from over 290 courses including Aboriginal studies, Australian cultural studies, aviation science, performing and visual arts, business and commerce, computer science, education, communications, health sciences, media studies, sports science, tourism and hospitality, and leisure sciences.

Edith Cowan University’s modern learning resources include closed-circuit television, self-instructional laboratories, and media equipment. The latest in music, arts, and media study facilities; science and computing laboratories; language study centers; drama and dance studios; and well-equipped physical education centers are also available.

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Classes are offered in a wide range of subjects. To see if the classes you need are available at this university, review the course catalog.
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University Services

ECU is committed to providing a high level of student support through a unique Student Charter. These include:

• extensive library and study facilities
  
• 24-hour computer access
  
• academic and career counseling
  
• access to cafeterias, student guilds, child care, bookshops, sporting and recreation facilities, banking facilities, and security on all campuses
• health and medical services
• comprehensive pre-departure information
• airport reception and temporary accommodation placement
  
• an extensive orientation program
• a team of dedicated international student advisors for academic and pastoral advice

Housing

The University recognizes the special accommodation needs of international students and offers a comprehensive service to assist international students in all aspects of accommodation before arrival, on arrival, or at any time during the course of studies. Accommodation is available for students on or off campus and the cost of living in Perth is cheaper than most other Australian cities.

Joondalup: On-campus accommodation is available in a brand new student village and private rental accommodation close to the campus. Public transport to Joondalup is by high speed train.

Mount Lawley: Mt Lawley has on-campus accommodation and a range of private apartments and houses available.

Orientation

ECU International offers all international students a comprehensive orientation during Welcome Week prior to each semester. Students have the opportunity to register, collect student ID Cards, gather vital information about living and studying in Perth, open bank accounts, finalize medical insurance, and attend university enrollment and faculty orientation sessions.

View Subjects

Classes are offered in a wide range of subjects. To see if the classes you need are available at this university, review the course catalog.
View courses/subjects available at this university.
Be sure to use the "help pages" for assistance on finding the courses that you need.

Fees

Program Fees	$9,230.00
Housing
With Meals	Not available at this university
Without Meals	Approximately $2,790
Housing Deposit
With Meals	Not applicable
Without Meals	Refundable housing deposits range from approximately $200 - $1,200 and are billed in addition to the housing fees.

Fee Includes

Program fees are in U.S. dollars. Program Fees include tuition for 3 to 4 subjects, university administrative fees, membership in the student union (where applicable), overseas health coverage, ISIC Premium (International Student Identity Card), 25% Lonely Planet Book discount, also included is our renowned 4-day Program Introduction in Tropical Cairns, Australia. Fees include all pre-trip services such as: orientation materials, visa-processing service (excluding the visa fee), housing placements, personal advising, subject selections, liaise with your home university, credit transfer assistance, and financial aid services. As a study abroad student, you will be required to enroll as a full time student. Your semester is equivalent to 12-16 U.S. credits. Additional tuition and/or fees may apply in some subject areas not limited to the following: science, engineering, fine arts, and journalism. Students who undertake subjects where the university requires additional fees will be billed by the host university. Several universities have included the Sports and Rec. membership. Activities are usually extra. The Housing Fee is in addition to the Program Fees and may be an average for universities with multiple housing options. Students who select “apartment living arranged upon arrival” will only be charged the Program Fees, and housing costs will be paid on arrival by the student.

Fee Semester

The above fees are for the July 2009 term. Fees are subject to change for future terms.

Facts

Location: Perth, Western Australia
Overseas Students: 3600
Staff: 1700
Total Enrolment: 21000

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have the required GPA and have completed at least the equivalent of one year of full-time study at the university/college level. Students with a lower GPA than the requirement may be considered on a case by case basis. Please contact our office for more information.

Required GPA: 2.50

University Specific Scholarships

In addition to the scholarships offered by AustraLearn, Edith Cowan University supports AustraLearn students with two $500AUD award each year.