ECU offers innovative and practical courses across a variety of disciplines and we have a vibrant research culture. ECU is a leader in developing alternative entry pathways to higher education.
We have three campuses in Western Australia. Joondalup and Mount Lawley in the Perth metropolitan area and our South West campus in Bunbury, 200km south of the Perth CBD.
ECU provides a variety of services and facilities that go beyond the classroom, with opportunities for personal development and social interaction for students and staff.
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At ECU we concentrate our research in areas of strength to deliver tangible outcomes.
There are several ways to get involved with research at ECU.
ECU has a lively research community that is committed to supporting research students.
Research Services provides comprehensive support services to researchers.
We value industry partnerships and offer access to world-class research across our nine ECU Strategic Research Institutes and Centres.
ECU links our stakeholders to our professional talent pool across a range of disciplines and research topics.
We collaborate with all types of businesses, including new start-ups, small to medium enterprises, not-for-profits, community organisations, government and large corporates in the resources sector.
ECU delivers training that can be tailored to industry needs.
Extra-curricular learning for childrenChildren's University Edith Cowan aims to inspire students between seven and fourteen to develop confidence and a love of learning through validated activities beyond the school curriculum.
The Inspiring Minds scholarship program are equity scholarships that give students an opportunity to access an education that may otherwise be out of reach.
EventsCatch up with fellow graduates at one of our regular alumni events.
We love to see our graduates back at ECU helping current students achieve their dreams.
Tell us what you've been up to since you graduated or stay in the alumni loop.
Take advantage of a range of career development or other alumni benefits.
Thursday, 14 January 2021
ECU is committed to maintaining an environment free from discrimination and harassment where everyone feels safe and welcome.
University Contact Officers (UCOs) perform an important role by acting as an alternative support contact, for staff and students, on matters related to harassment, discrimination and/or victimisation.
ECU is proud to welcome all newly listed UCOs who have been selected to perform this important role. Meet two of these new UCOs below and find out why they decided to undertake the role.
To find out further information regarding the program and a full list of ECU's current UCOs visit the UCO webpage at ecu.edu.au/uco.
Meet some of our new UCOs:
Dr Leisa Armstrong
What do you most enjoy about working at ECU?
I like that I have an opportunity to work in a truly multicultural community that embraces all communities.
What interested you in becoming a University Contact Officer?
I wanted to be a part of the solution to ensure that those members of the ECU community who may be experiencing some problems in terms of discrimination or feeling unsafe can know that there is some independent person that they can seek help and advice.
Dr Geoff Swan
What do you most enjoy about working at ECU?
I really enjoy interacting with a wide range of people at ECU, both staff and students. I’ve always enjoyed teaching my classes, although I’m not a big fan of the admin…
What interested you in becoming a University Contact Officer?
I was happy to volunteer as a contact officer at ECU many years ago. I liked the informality of the program and it’s nice to be able to help people out when things are not going so well.
Associate Professor Kathryn McMahon
What do you most enjoy about working at ECU?
Having the opportunity to contribute to the learning journey of many people.
What interested you in becoming a University Contact Officer?
To be able to take part in some way to provide a supportive environment for staff and students at ECU.
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