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
#57
YOU CAN LEARN CYBER SECURITY FROM INTERPOL EXPERTS
#11
SCHOLARSHIPS ON OFFER FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
#15
YOU CAN KEEP YOUR STUDY PLANS ON TRACK
#75
NOT ALL CLASSROOMS HAVE 4 WALLS
#92
We have the world’s biggest periodic table
#14
DISCOVER THE BEAUTY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
#30
YOU CAN EXPERIENCE UNIQUE CULTURES
#96
Create good in the world with volunteering opportunities
#68
Gain experience with internships & industry engagement
#35
INTERNATIONAL CAFE: YOUR GLOBAL MEETING PLACE
#40
THE GIANT SUPERLABS IN OUR BRAND NEW SCIENCE BUILDING
#10
OUR ENGINEERING COURSES ARE RANKED TOP 175 WORLDWIDE
#72
JOIN OTHER BRIGHT MINDS AT ENACTUS ECU
#48
MULTIFAITH OFFICE & PRAYER SPACES
#13
LIVE & WORK IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA AFTER GRADUATION
#9
Internationally recognised degrees
#5
YOU CAN PRACTICE LAW IN THE MOOT COURT
#55
WESTERN AUSTRALIA IS A SAFE LOCATION
#86
LET THE WILDFLOWERS AWE YOU
#76
Unique Aussie wildlife on campus
#21
WE’RE THE ONLY UNI IN THE WORLD WITH ITS OWN SPIEGELTENT
#98
Gateway to the world
#67
Enjoy over 300 unique performances a year
#44
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA’S FAVOURITE SPORT
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WE’RE ONE OF THE TOP 100 YOUNG UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
#23
OUR WORLD CLASS HEALTH SIMULATION CENTRE
#43
OUR INNOVATIVE CANCER SUPPORT CLINIC
#70
A CAMPUS IN LONELY PLANET’S #1 TRAVEL DESTINATION IN ASIA-PACIFIC
#79
You can help save lives
#17
A REAL LIFE TRADING DESK
#65
ENJOY THE SUNNIEST MAJOR CITY IN AUSTRALIA
#8
AUSTRALIA’S TOP PUBLIC UNI FOR TEACHER EDUCATION
#16
YOU CAN BUILD A REAL RACE CAR
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You can make a positive difference to the environment
#32
WE SET OUR STUDENTS UP WITH INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS
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WORLD CLASS RESEARCH THAT MAKES A WORLDWIDE IMPACT
#49
THERE’S MORE THAN ONE WAY INTO ECU
#74
Get help with your studies
#20
YOU COULD BECOME THE NEXT VERA WANG
#80
PERTH IS ONE OF THE MOST CYCLE-FRIENDLY CITIES ON EARTH
#42
A MULTICULTURAL MELTING POT
#18
We’re a creative hub with lots of artistic opportunities
#77
YOU CAN TACKLE REAL WORLD ENGINEERING PROBLEMS
#31
WATSON, THE ECU THERAPY DOG
#3
LIVE IT UP IN OUR AMAZING CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION
#66
Western Australian economy named best in the world
#28
WE ARE COMMITTED TO EQUALITY & DIVERSITY
#69
TAKE A ROAD TRIP OF A LIFETIME
#29
BE A PARAMEDIC IN VIRTUAL REALITY
#6
PERTH, ONE OF THE BEST CITIES TO LIVE
#63
A WORLD-CLASS MUSEUM ON OUR DOORSTEP
#93
HAVE A REAL LIFE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
#56
OUR AWARD-WINNING PEER TO PEER SUPPORT SERVICE
#99
Show your work to the world
#62
OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART CYBER SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTRE
#41
YOU CAN CREATE AMAZING STORIES FOR THE SCREEN
#47
WE’RE LEADING THE WAY IN MEDICAL & HEALTH RESEARCH
#83
Australia’s top uni for computing & information systems
#94
OUR LECTURERS MAKE TIME FOR YOU
#58
GET FIT ON CAMPUS
#59
YOUR CLASSMATES COULD BE ROBOTS
#12
ENJOY GREAT WEATHER ALL YEAR ROUND
#71
We’re the first Australian Uni to install sleeping pods
#61
We offer extra services to our students
#81
you can start your study anywhere in the world
#64
SUNSETS THAT ARE SECOND TO NONE
#84
OUR “IRON THRONE” ENTRY
#54
YOU CAN HELP ELITE ATHLETES REACH THEIR POTENTIAL
#90
A performing arts festival that sets Perth on fire
#53
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS WITH LEARNING ABROAD
#36
INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY
#37
ON CAMPUS HEALTH SERVICES
#7
RANKED #1 PUBLIC UNI IN AUSTRALIA FOR TEACHING QUALITY
#4
GET HANDS ON EXPERIENCE WITH OUR WORLD CLASS FACILITIES
#25
WE STAND PROUDLY WITH THE LGBTIQ+ COMMUNITY
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Festivals, events & markets to suit all budgets
#34
SOLVE CRIME IN OUR FORENSICS SIMULATION CENTRE
#1
A 5 STAR EXPERIENCE
#46
ENJOY A BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS
#78
YOUR PEERS ARE FROM AUSTRALIA (& AROUND THE WORLD)
#33
WE’VE GOT PLENTY OF GREAT PLACES TO EAT
#19
A BROADCAST STUDIO, PRODUCED ENTIRELY BY STUDENTS
#82
Campus movie nights
#26
APPLYING FOR AN ECU COURSE IS EASY
#52
A 40% DISCOUNT ON PUBLIC TRANSPORT
#45
YOU CAN JOIN A QUIDDITCH CLUB
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You can build a brighter future
#100
COMING IN 2025: ECU CITY CAMPUS
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ECU is the only uni in Australia named after a woman
#60
Our campus ducks have their own Facebook page
#50
AUSTRALIA’S TOP UNI FOR UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
#24
WE’RE IN THE TOP 2.5% OF UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
#95
Access to the latest technology
#91
We taught Wolverine
#51
eco-conscious campus
#22
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUNG LIVES
#27
OUR NURSING COURSE IS RANKED TOP 100 WORLDWIDE
#89
ECC, your direct pathway to ECU
#2
UNIQUE STUDY AREAS
#38
YOU CAN TAKE YOUR BEST SELFIE YET
Why ECU?
Of course, we don’t just want you to take our word for it. We’re proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish as a young university, achieving a great reputation and a series of accolades. Here are a few of our accomplishments:
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