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ECU research to support sheep industry transition with Federal grant

Wednesday, 04 February 2026

A team of researchers from the School of Business and Law have been awarded a grant to support diversifying markets for the Australian sheep industry.

ECU School of Business and Law reaches the global top 250 in Times Higher Education rankings

Friday, 23 January 2026

Edith Cowan University’s School of Business and Law has soared to the top 201–250 global rankings for Business and Economics in the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026, marking a major step forward on the international stage.

A Taste of Tomorrow: ECU Academics Explore the Future of Food Tourism in 2075

Wednesday, 14 January 2026

What will food tourism look like in 2075? A new, award-winning publication co-edited by academics from the ECU School of Business and Law envisions a future with AI-powered chefs, zero-carbon dining experiences, and food journeys designed to immerse travellers in culture rather than just cuisine.

From campus to Canberra: ECU student project shapes national freight policy

Thursday, 04 December 2025

A team of ECU School of Business and Law students have taken their classroom project all the way to the Productivity Commission, contributing directly to a submission on the future of electric freight vehicles in Australia.

ECU researchers named national field leaders in The Australian’s 2025 Research Magazine

Wednesday, 26 November 2025

ECU School of Business and Law (SBL) academics have been recognised among Australia’s top research experts, with three scholars named national field leaders in The Australian’s 2025 Research Magazine.

ECU researchers join national ARC project to boost human capabilities in a digital world

Friday, 14 November 2025

ECU School of Business and Law is celebrating a major research outcome, with SBL academics named Chief Investigators on a newly funded Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Project led by Curtin University.

ECU Newsroom

A worker was sacked over his side hustle. Here are 5 tips for employees with second gigs

Know the rules so your side gig doesn’t spill over into your main employment.

Can seagrasses survive extreme heat? Exploring how different seagrass species withstand elevated water temperatures

Extreme heat can have a devastating effect on seagrass, however new research from ECU could shape how these vitally important marine ecosystems are managed and restored.

Upcoming events

TUE
17
FEB

[Online] School of Business and Law Postgraduate Orientation

Join us for the School of Business and Law Postgraduate Orientation event online!

This session is specifically for posgraduate students.

Prepare for success in your studies with a session designed just for you. The event will feature:
- Student support services
- Information about your new school
- Meeting your course coordinators
- Course information
- And much more!

You don't want to miss it!

WED
18
FEB

International Student Welcome

This is a compulsory session for all new international students who are onshore in Australia.

In this session, students will learn essential information about living in Australia, studying and services at ECU.

WED
18
FEB

[Online] School of Business and Law Undergraduate Orientation

Join us for the School of Business and Law Undergraduate Orientation event online!

This session is specifically for undergraduate students.

Prepare for success in your studies with a session designed just for you. The event will feature:
- Student support services
- Information about your new school
- Meeting your course coordinators
- Course information
- And much more!

You don't want to miss it!

THU
19
FEB

School of Business and Law Undergraduate Orientation

Join us for the School of Business and Law Undergraduate Orientation Day at ECU City!

This session is specifically for undergraduate students.

Prepare for success in your studies with a day designed just for you. The day will feature:
- A fun overview of ECU
- Student support services
- Study tips
- Information about your new school
- Meeting your course coordinators
- Course information
- Free lunch and giveaways
- And much more!

You don't want to miss it, we can't wait to see you there!

FRI
20
FEB

School of Business and Law Postgraduate Orientation

Join us for the School of Business and Law Orientation Day at ECU City!

This session is for postgraduate students.

Prepare for success in your studies with a day designed just for you. The day will feature:
- Student support services
- Information about your new school
- Meeting your course coordinators
- Course information
- Free lunch
- Much more!

You don't want to miss it, we can't wait to see you there!

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