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.
Tuesday, 19 March 2024
On International Women's Day, 8 March 2024, ECU’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Regional Futures) and Vice-President, Professor Cobie Rudd, delivered the opening Keynote Address at the Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s International Women’s Day Celebrations.
Friday, 08 March 2024
This International Women's Day (IWD) Edith Cowan University is celebrating some of the trailblazing women in its midst.
Thursday, 11 January 2024
ECU has received its fifth SAGE Cygnet Award, the highest number available. The awards measure and validate efforts by institutions to reduce and remove barriers to gender equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Saturday, 02 December 2023
The 2023 WA Women’s Hall of Fame traveling photographic exhibition arrived at its final stop on 2 December 2023 at the Bunbury Museum and Heritage Centre. ECU’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Regional Futures) and Bunbury local, Professor Cobie Rudd, featured as guest speaker.
Tuesday, 28 November 2023
ECU Deputy-Vice-Chancellor (Regional Futures), Professor Cobie Rudd has been appointed as an inaugural member of the National Athena Swan Australia Advisory Committee. Consisting of 12 expert members, the committee will provide assurance, independent advice, and guidance to Science in Australia Gender Equity Limited (SAGE) on the implementation of the Athena Swan Charter in Australia.
Wednesday, 15 November 2023
Four ECU staff members have been recognised for their resilience, perseverance, and commitment to gender equality with an Edith Cowan Athena Swan Advancement Scheme honour in the eighth round of the Awards.
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