Research at ECU is growing strongly, led by successful strategies to develop a vibrant research culture which aligns with and informs our learning and teaching activities.

The University's approach to its research is differentiated, targeted and welcoming of quality collaborative partners. Our strategies include: concentrating research in areas of strength and excellence; engaging widely with local, national and international institutions, industry and community partners, and all levels of government; establishing and partnering in research centres; appointing researchers who are leaders in their fields; and commercialising applied outcomes.

News & events

  • Edith Cowan Institute of Education Research

    Leading the way with video-based classroom research

    ECU’s video-based classroom research partnerships are attracting international attention.

  • International security experts are coming to Perth for the annual secau Cyber Security Congress

    Building a resilient future

    Murder, intrigue, cyber security, computer hacking and counter terrorism are just some of the topics on offer at the 2012 secau Cyber Security Congress.

  • Happy Kids project at ECU

    Happy kids, happy future

    At-risk children are more likely to successfully transition to secondary school if they take part in support programs during upper primary, a new study by ECU researchers has found.


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Research showcase

    Communication and Arts Students

    Centre for Research in Entertainment, Arts, Technology, Education and Communications

    The Centre for Research in Entertainment, Arts, Technology, Education and Communications collaborates with community, government and industry to provide innovative research solutions and knowledge transfer that have beneficial impact and solve real-world problems.

    Centre for Ecosystem Management

    The Centres unique approach develops the partnership between ecology and management and believes the best solutions for environmental problems can only be achieved through an interdisciplinary approach.

Research profile

Research at ECU is growing strongly, led by successful strategies to develop a vibrant research culture which aligns with and informs our teaching and learning activities.

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Research Week

ECU Research Week is an annual event that brings together staff, students, current and future researchers to share their research, knowledge, ideas and inspiration.

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Graduate Research School

ECU's Graduate Research School provides support to research masters and doctoral students, their supervisors and the faculties.

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Office of Research and Innovation

The Office of Research and Innovation is responsible for administering all externally funded research awards, as well as central University research funding schemes.

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