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.
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SCHOLARSHIPS ON OFFER FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
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NOT ALL CLASSROOMS HAVE 4 WALLS
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ECU will make you feel welcome
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YOU CAN LEARN CYBER SECURITY FROM INTERPOL EXPERTS
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DISCOVER THE BEAUTY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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We have the world’s biggest periodic table
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CHAT WITH A CURRENT ECU STUDENT
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YOU CAN EXPERIENCE UNIQUE CULTURES
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YOU CAN TAKE YOUR BEST SELFIE YET
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A performing arts festival that sets Perth on fire
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OUR AWARD-WINNING PEER TO PEER SUPPORT SERVICE
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GIANT SCIENCE SUPERLABS
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OUR NURSING COURSE IS RANKED TOP 100 WORLDWIDE
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WATSON, THE ECU THERAPY DOG
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SEE WILD KANGAROOS ON CAMPUS OR IN THE CITY
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We offer extra services to our students
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WE’VE GOT PLENTY OF GREAT PLACES TO EAT
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Access to the latest technology
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Create good in the world with volunteering opportunities
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YOU CAN JOIN A CLUB
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SUNSETS THAT ARE SECOND TO NONE
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A BROADCAST STUDIO, PRODUCED ENTIRELY BY STUDENTS
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WE SET OUR STUDENTS UP WITH INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS
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YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUNG LIVES
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ENJOY GREAT WEATHER ALL YEAR ROUND
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Internationally recognised degrees
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WE’RE THE ONLY UNI IN THE WORLD WITH ITS OWN SPIEGELTENT
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GET HANDS ON EXPERIENCE WITH OUR WORLD CLASS FACILITIES
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Unique Aussie wildlife on campus
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YOU CAN HELP ELITE ATHLETES REACH THEIR POTENTIAL
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INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY
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WE’RE LEADING THE WAY IN MEDICAL & HEALTH RESEARCH
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You can help save lives
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WA’S TOP PUBLIC UNI FOR TEACHER EDUCATION
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GET FIT ON CAMPUS
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THERE’S MORE THAN ONE WAY INTO ECU
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YOU COULD BECOME THE NEXT VERA WANG
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We’re the first Australian Uni to install sleeping pods
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OUR LECTURERS MAKE TIME FOR YOU
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WORLD CLASS RESEARCH THAT MAKES A WORLDWIDE IMPACT
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Enjoy over 300 unique performances a year
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YOUR PEERS ARE FROM AUSTRALIA (& AROUND THE WORLD)
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YOU CAN TACKLE REAL WORLD ENGINEERING PROBLEMS
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RANKED #1 PUBLIC UNI IN AUSTRALIA FOR TEACHING QUALITY
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FORBES: PERTH #9 BEST PLACE TO TRAVEL
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WE ARE COMMITTED TO EQUALITY & DIVERSITY
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Campus movie nights
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COMING IN 2025: ECU CITY CAMPUS
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eco-conscious campus
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FRIENDLY CAMPUS DUCKS
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Gain experience with internships & industry engagement
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A MULTICULTURAL MELTING POT
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SEE GIANTS IN THE WILD
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PERTH IS ONE OF THE MOST CYCLE-FRIENDLY CITIES ON EARTH
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WE’RE IN THE TOP 400 OF UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
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DISCOVER AUSTRALIA’S FAVOURITE SPORT
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We taught Wolverine
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We’re a creative hub with lots of artistic opportunities
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WE’RE ONE OF THE TOP 100 YOUNG UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
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Festivals, events & markets to suit all budgets
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A WORLD-CLASS MUSEUM ON OUR DOORSTEP
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ENJOY THE SUNNIEST MAJOR CITY IN AUSTRALIA
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LET THE WILDFLOWERS AWE YOU
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OUR “IRON THRONE” ENTRY
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EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS WITH LEARNING ABROAD
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ECU is the only uni in Australia named after a woman
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YOU CAN CREATE AMAZING STORIES FOR THE SCREEN
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Get help with your studies
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WE STAND PROUDLY WITH THE LGBTIQ+ COMMUNITY
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YOU CAN BUILD A REAL RACE CAR
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APPLYING FOR AN ECU COURSE IS EASY
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LIVE IT UP IN OUR AMAZING CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION
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YOU CAN PRACTICE LAW IN THE MOOT COURT
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OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART CYBER SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTRE
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HAVE A REAL LIFE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
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TAKE A ROAD TRIP OF A LIFETIME
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A CAMPUS IN THE SOUTH WEST
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YOUR CLASSMATES COULD BE ROBOTS
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BE A PARAMEDIC IN VIRTUAL REALITY
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TOP 30 IN THE WORLD FOR HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT
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ENJOY A BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS
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You can make a positive difference to the environment
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A REAL LIFE TRADING DESK
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SOLVE CRIME IN OUR FORENSICS SIMULATION CENTRE
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ECC, your direct pathway to ECU
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ON CAMPUS HEALTH SERVICES
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You can build a brighter future
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JOIN OTHER BRIGHT MINDS AT ENACTUS ECU
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A 5 STAR EXPERIENCE
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INTERNATIONAL CAFE: YOUR GLOBAL MEETING PLACE
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OUR INNOVATIVE CANCER SUPPORT CLINIC
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OUR ENGINEERING COURSES ARE RANKED TOP 175 WORLDWIDE
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LIVE & WORK IN WA AFTER GRADUATION
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OUR WORLD CLASS HEALTH SIMULATION CENTRE
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MULTIFAITH OFFICE & PRAYER SPACES
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A 40% DISCOUNT ON PUBLIC TRANSPORT
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Show your work to the world
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UNIQUE STUDY AREAS
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LEADER IN COMPUTING & INFORMATION SYSTEMS
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WA NAMED TOP 30 BY LONELY PLANET
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Gateway to the world
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