101 reasons to choose ECU
From world class teaching and an exciting lifestyle to our iconic “Iron Throne” entry, here are 101 reasons you should study at ECU Australia.
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Ever wondered what your Australian study journey will look like? Become world ready with all the amazing opportunities and experiences on offer at ECU in Western Australia. Explore some of the reasons why you’ll love studying at ECU below, or use the filters to refine your search. More content will be added over the coming weeks, so be sure to check back.
#101
ECU will make you feel welcome
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CHAT WITH A CURRENT ECU STUDENT
#30
YOU CAN EXPERIENCE UNIQUE CULTURES
#11
SCHOLARSHIPS ON OFFER FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
#57
YOU CAN LEARN CYBER SECURITY FROM INTERPOL EXPERTS
#92
We have the world’s biggest periodic table
#14
DISCOVER THE BEAUTY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
#75
NOT ALL CLASSROOMS HAVE 4 WALLS
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OUR “IRON THRONE” ENTRY
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FORBES: PERTH #9 BEST PLACE TO TRAVEL
#35
INTERNATIONAL CAFE: YOUR GLOBAL MEETING PLACE
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OUR INNOVATIVE CANCER SUPPORT CLINIC
#91
We taught Wolverine
#45
YOU CAN JOIN A CLUB
#24
WE’RE IN THE TOP 400 OF UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
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COMING IN 2025: ECU CITY CAMPUS
#95
Access to the latest technology
#59
YOUR CLASSMATES COULD BE ROBOTS
#37
ON CAMPUS HEALTH SERVICES
#87
You can build a brighter future
#33
WE’VE GOT PLENTY OF GREAT PLACES TO EAT
#5
YOU CAN PRACTICE LAW IN THE MOOT COURT
#83
LEADER IN COMPUTING & INFORMATION SYSTEMS
#72
JOIN OTHER BRIGHT MINDS AT ENACTUS ECU
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ENJOY THE SUNNIEST MAJOR CITY IN AUSTRALIA
#12
ENJOY GREAT WEATHER ALL YEAR ROUND
#49
THERE’S MORE THAN ONE WAY INTO ECU
#78
YOUR PEERS ARE FROM AUSTRALIA (& AROUND THE WORLD)
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WA NAMED TOP 30 BY LONELY PLANET
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Gain experience with internships & industry engagement
#38
YOU CAN TAKE YOUR BEST SELFIE YET
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WA’S TOP PUBLIC UNI FOR TEACHER EDUCATION
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INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY
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SEE WILD KANGAROOS ON CAMPUS OR IN THE CITY
#60
FRIENDLY CAMPUS DUCKS
#34
SOLVE CRIME IN OUR FORENSICS SIMULATION CENTRE
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You can help save lives
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A 5 STAR EXPERIENCE
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A MULTICULTURAL MELTING POT
#31
WATSON, THE ECU THERAPY DOG
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APPLYING FOR AN ECU COURSE IS EASY
#20
YOU COULD BECOME THE NEXT VERA WANG
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YOU CAN TACKLE REAL WORLD ENGINEERING PROBLEMS
#82
Campus movie nights
#80
PERTH IS ONE OF THE MOST CYCLE-FRIENDLY CITIES ON EARTH
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A BROADCAST STUDIO, PRODUCED ENTIRELY BY STUDENTS
#10
OUR ENGINEERING COURSES ARE RANKED TOP 175 WORLDWIDE
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TAKE A ROAD TRIP OF A LIFETIME
#29
BE A PARAMEDIC IN VIRTUAL REALITY
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A WORLD-CLASS MUSEUM ON OUR DOORSTEP
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OUR NURSING COURSE IS RANKED TOP 100 WORLDWIDE
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Enjoy over 300 unique performances a year
#2
UNIQUE STUDY AREAS
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Create good in the world with volunteering opportunities
#50
TOP 30 IN THE WORLD FOR HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT
#53
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS WITH LEARNING ABROAD
#18
We’re a creative hub with lots of artistic opportunities
#23
OUR WORLD CLASS HEALTH SIMULATION CENTRE
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WE SET OUR STUDENTS UP WITH INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS
#13
LIVE & WORK IN WA AFTER GRADUATION
#21
WE’RE THE ONLY UNI IN THE WORLD WITH ITS OWN SPIEGELTENT
#93
HAVE A REAL LIFE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
#44
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA’S FAVOURITE SPORT
#7
RANKED #1 PUBLIC UNI IN AUSTRALIA FOR TEACHING QUALITY
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MULTIFAITH OFFICE & PRAYER SPACES
#54
YOU CAN HELP ELITE ATHLETES REACH THEIR POTENTIAL
#52
A 40% DISCOUNT ON PUBLIC TRANSPORT
#56
OUR AWARD-WINNING PEER TO PEER SUPPORT SERVICE
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ECC, your direct pathway to ECU
#46
ENJOY A BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS
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A CAMPUS IN THE SOUTH WEST
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Internationally recognised degrees
#4
GET HANDS ON EXPERIENCE WITH OUR WORLD CLASS FACILITIES
#64
SUNSETS THAT ARE SECOND TO NONE
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Gateway to the world
#94
OUR LECTURERS MAKE TIME FOR YOU
#28
WE ARE COMMITTED TO EQUALITY & DIVERSITY
#66
SEE GIANTS IN THE WILD
#76
Unique Aussie wildlife on campus
#16
YOU CAN BUILD A REAL RACE CAR
#73
ECU is the only uni in Australia named after a woman
#90
A performing arts festival that sets Perth on fire
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We offer extra services to our students
#22
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUNG LIVES
#71
We’re the first Australian Uni to install sleeping pods
#58
GET FIT ON CAMPUS
#62
OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART CYBER SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTRE
#40
GIANT SCIENCE SUPERLABS
#3
LIVE IT UP IN OUR AMAZING CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION
#99
Show your work to the world
#51
eco-conscious campus
#74
Get help with your studies
#47
WE’RE LEADING THE WAY IN MEDICAL & HEALTH RESEARCH
#25
WE STAND PROUDLY WITH THE LGBTIQ+ COMMUNITY
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WE’RE ONE OF THE TOP 100 YOUNG UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
#88
You can make a positive difference to the environment
#41
YOU CAN CREATE AMAZING STORIES FOR THE SCREEN
#86
LET THE WILDFLOWERS AWE YOU
#17
A REAL LIFE TRADING DESK
#97
Festivals, events & markets to suit all budgets
#39
WORLD CLASS RESEARCH THAT MAKES A WORLDWIDE IMPACT
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