Edith Cowan University
Perth, Australia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a public university based in Perth, Western Australia. It offers undergraduate study and postgraduate qualifications including graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, master's degrees by coursework and research, and doctorates. Its teaching and research are supported by engagement with communities and industry.
ECU operates City and Joondalup campuses in metropolitan Perth and the South West campus in Bunbury, and also offers study at its Sri Lanka campus. Study areas span arts and humanities, business and law, engineering and technology, medical and health sciences, nursing and midwifery, science, teacher education and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.
Entry routes include school qualifications, vocational and higher education study, assessment of work and life experience, creative portfolios and university preparation courses. ECU provides scholarships, student accommodation, libraries, study spaces, medical services, cafes and gyms. International applicants receive guidance on English competency, application requirements, health cover and the Confirmation of Enrolment needed for a student visa.
Fields of study
- Allied Health
- Aviation
- Business
- Computing
- Creative Humanities
- Cyber Security
- Engineering & Technology
- Exercise & Sports Science
- Health Science
- Law
- Medical & Biomedical Science
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Nutrition & Dietetics
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Paramedicine
- Performing Arts
- Production & Design
- Psychology, Counselling & Criminology
- Public Health
- Science
- Security & Intelligence
- Social Sciences, Social Work & Youth Work
- Teacher Education
Accreditation: TEQSA
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- Semester 1 (February), Semester 2, UniPrep Summer (November–January)
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
International course pages provide estimated first-year indicative fees based on typical first-year enrolment; total costs depend on the units selected. UniPrep entry pathway study is typically free to domestic students eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. The supplied sources do not establish a full domestic or international tuition range, published currency or fee year.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
Information last verified Sep 25, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.