Edith Cowan University
Established: 1991
Location: Three campuses, in Joondalup (Perth); City (Perth centre); and South West (Bunbury)
Student population: Over 30,000
CRICOS: 00279B
TEQSA: PRV12160
Edith Cowan OBE was the first woman ever elected to an Australian parliament, a remarkable achievement for the 1920s!
She was a trailblazer who fought tirelessly to improve conditions for women, children, families, the poor, the under-educated and the elderly. And she influenced the course of education in Australia, paving the way for many people to access education they could previously only dream of.
So, when we opened our doors as a university in 1991, we didn’t just adopt Edith’s name; we embraced her values and her vision.
We champion inclusion and equity, creating a place where people from all backgrounds are welcome. If you become an ECU student, we’ll offer our full support through all kinds of dedicated systems, especially if you experience personal or academic challenges.
We even have a Wellness Centre for students.
Our teaching and other staff will actively engage with you, always making themselves available and prioritising your learning experience.
This applies equally to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
No wonder we’re consistently ranked one of the best in Australia for things like student support and overall student experience (Good Universities Guide 2026).
Everything you need to know
Teaching skills for the future
At ECU, we believe that human creativity, combined with the inspiration for learning, has the power to transform lives and to create a better world. So we’ll prepare you by teaching you the skills we know industries and employers worldwide are looking for, such as creative thinking and problem-solving.
We’ll encourage you to have a positive mindset, and to see problems as opportunities. Speaking of teaching, we’re also an established Australian leader in the quality of our teaching. It’s a big part of our values. And it’s why our graduates have given us a 5-star rating for 19 straight years in the Good Universities Guide.
We’re young and we’re curious
ECU is the youngest of the five universities in Western Australia. And like the youngest in any family, we’re on a mission to be noticed!
Being young means we’re constantly curious. That curiosity has led us not only to be creative thinkers, but also to undertake world-class research that makes a strong social, economic, environmental and cultural impact.
If you’re a naturally curious person and you’re interested in doing inspiring research that improves the lives of your fellow humans, we want to hear from you.
Diverse students, diverse staff and diverse courses
As a student, you’ll be spoilt for choice at ECU.
There’s so much variety across our eight study areas – Arts & Humanities, Business & Law, Engineering, Medical & Health Sciences, Nursing & Midwifery, Science, Teacher Education and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.
As a UK-based student, it’s important for you to know that our courses are internationally recognised, with many being professionally accredited by national and international organisations.
Here, you can expect your learning to go beyond the classroom, with practicum placements in real businesses or organisations, and opportunities for paid internships, university exchange programs and international study tours.
Come and study with us on a study abroad program for a semester or two, or study towards a whole degree. You’ll love the place!
We built a university like no other in Australia.
We have three campuses – one right in the CBD, ECU City, another one in the City of Joondalup, north of Perth, and a third in the beautiful South West of our state.
ECU City opened its doors in early 2026 and has already redefined higher education in Western Australia.
The campus is located in the heart of Perth, between the business, entertainment and cultural precincts, connected by rail and bus across the city and beyond.
It has brought new energy to Perth’s CBD, welcoming thousands of students and staff to study, work and create in the heart of the city. The 11-storey “super-level” vertical campus offers collaborative learning spaces, specialist teaching facilities, immersive digital technology and public performance venues.
This is unique among Australian universities. Be among the first students to study in Perth’s new vibrant ECU City campus.
Explore ECU courses for in-demand professions
Teacher Education ecu.edu.au/teacher-education
Paramedicine ecu.edu.au/paramedicine
Nursing ecu.edu.au/nursing
Social Sciences, Social Work & Youth Work ecu.edu.au/social-science
