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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YOU CAN LEARN CYBER SECURITY FROM INTERPOL EXPERTS
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YOU CAN KEEP YOUR STUDY PLANS ON TRACK
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DISCOVER THE BEAUTY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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SCHOLARSHIPS ON OFFER FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
#30
YOU CAN EXPERIENCE UNIQUE CULTURES
#75
NOT ALL CLASSROOMS HAVE 4 WALLS
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ECU will make you feel welcome
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We have the world’s biggest periodic table
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We’re the first Australian Uni to install sleeping pods
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YOU CAN PRACTICE LAW IN THE MOOT COURT
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YOU CAN CREATE AMAZING STORIES FOR THE SCREEN
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A 5 STAR EXPERIENCE
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YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUNG LIVES
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Festivals, events & markets to suit all budgets
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WE’RE LEADING THE WAY IN MEDICAL & HEALTH RESEARCH
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AUSTRALIA’S TOP PUBLIC UNI FOR TEACHER EDUCATION
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A performing arts festival that sets Perth on fire
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YOU COULD BECOME THE NEXT VERA WANG
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A BROADCAST STUDIO, PRODUCED ENTIRELY BY STUDENTS
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We offer extra services to our students
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WE’RE IN THE TOP 2.5% OF UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
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You can build a brighter future
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Superior Western Australian economy
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TAKE A ROAD TRIP OF A LIFETIME
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OUR “IRON THRONE” ENTRY
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WE ARE COMMITTED TO EQUALITY & DIVERSITY
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WORLD CLASS RESEARCH THAT MAKES A WORLDWIDE IMPACT
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ENJOY A BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS
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SUNSETS THAT ARE SECOND TO NONE
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YOU CAN TAKE YOUR BEST SELFIE YET
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ENJOY GREAT WEATHER ALL YEAR ROUND
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Gain experience with internships & industry engagement
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OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART CYBER SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTRE
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WE’RE THE ONLY UNI IN THE WORLD WITH ITS OWN SPIEGELTENT
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You can help save lives
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Access to the latest technology
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Get help with your studies
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ENJOY THE SUNNIEST MAJOR CITY IN AUSTRALIA
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A 40% DISCOUNT ON PUBLIC TRANSPORT
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OUR INNOVATIVE CANCER SUPPORT CLINIC
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RANKED #1 PUBLIC UNI IN AUSTRALIA FOR TEACHING QUALITY
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OUR LECTURERS MAKE TIME FOR YOU
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OUR WORLD CLASS HEALTH SIMULATION CENTRE
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YOUR CLASSMATES COULD BE ROBOTS
#27
OUR NURSING COURSE IS RANKED TOP 100 WORLDWIDE
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HAVE A REAL LIFE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
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THERE’S MORE THAN ONE WAY INTO ECU
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We taught Wolverine
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FRIENDLY CAMPUS DUCKS
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JOIN OTHER BRIGHT MINDS AT ENACTUS ECU
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA IS A SAFE LOCATION
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GET FIT ON CAMPUS
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We’re a creative hub with lots of artistic opportunities
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A CAMPUS IN LONELY PLANET’S #1 TRAVEL DESTINATION IN ASIA-PACIFIC
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LIVE IT UP IN OUR AMAZING CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION
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OUR AWARD-WINNING PEER TO PEER SUPPORT SERVICE
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MULTIFAITH OFFICE & PRAYER SPACES
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LEADER IN COMPUTING & INFORMATION SYSTEMS
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COMING IN 2025: ECU CITY CAMPUS
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eco-conscious campus
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YOUR PEERS ARE FROM AUSTRALIA (& AROUND THE WORLD)
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APPLYING FOR AN ECU COURSE IS EASY
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You can make a positive difference to the environment
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SEE WILD KANGAROOS ON CAMPUS OR IN THE CITY
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WE SET OUR STUDENTS UP WITH INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS
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YOU CAN TACKLE REAL WORLD ENGINEERING PROBLEMS
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Show your work to the world
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Enjoy over 300 unique performances a year
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A REAL LIFE TRADING DESK
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TOP 75 IN THE WORLD FOR HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT
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ON CAMPUS HEALTH SERVICES
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WE’RE ONE OF THE TOP 100 YOUNG UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
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Create good in the world with volunteering opportunities
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A WORLD-CLASS MUSEUM ON OUR DOORSTEP
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WE STAND PROUDLY WITH THE LGBTIQ+ COMMUNITY
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UNIQUE STUDY AREAS
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Campus movie nights
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ECU is the only uni in Australia named after a woman
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Gateway to the world
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INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY
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LIVE & WORK IN WA AFTER GRADUATION
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SOLVE CRIME IN OUR FORENSICS SIMULATION CENTRE
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GET HANDS ON EXPERIENCE WITH OUR WORLD CLASS FACILITIES
#40
GIANT SCIENCE SUPERLABS
#80
PERTH IS ONE OF THE MOST CYCLE-FRIENDLY CITIES ON EARTH
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DISCOVER AUSTRALIA’S FAVOURITE SPORT
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INTERNATIONAL CAFE: YOUR GLOBAL MEETING PLACE
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YOU CAN BUILD A REAL RACE CAR
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EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS WITH LEARNING ABROAD
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ECC, your direct pathway to ECU
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BE A PARAMEDIC IN VIRTUAL REALITY
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Internationally recognised degrees
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LET THE WILDFLOWERS AWE YOU
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YOU CAN JOIN A CLUB
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WE’VE GOT PLENTY OF GREAT PLACES TO EAT
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WATSON, THE ECU THERAPY DOG
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OUR ENGINEERING COURSES ARE RANKED TOP 175 WORLDWIDE
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FREE CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
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A MULTICULTURAL MELTING POT
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YOU CAN HELP ELITE ATHLETES REACH THEIR POTENTIAL
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Unique Aussie wildlife on campus
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