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