ECU City
ECU City is a place where technology, industry and creativity meet to deliver the creative thinkers, adaptive learners and global citizens who will be the leaders of tomorrow.
Why study at ECU?
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A great student experience
As an ECU undergraduate, you can expect the best overall student experience of any of the 38 public universities in Australia. More about QILT.
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The highest quality teaching
ECU is one of the best unis in Australia for teaching. We've had 19 straight years of 5-star ratings in the Good Universities Guide to prove it!
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One of the world's young guns
We're ranked one of the world's best universities under 50 years old, and we've already established a global reputation for such a young institution.
A university campus like no other
ECU City has redefined higher education in Western Australia.
The transformational campus is located in the heart of Perth, between the business, entertainment and cultural precincts, and connected by rail and bus across the city and beyond.
It has activated the CBD with the energy of thousands of students and staff, and engages with the community in ways that defy traditional expectations.
The 11- super-level campus offers an immersive experience, with captivating spaces and technology that allows the outside world to see what's happening inside.
This is unique among Australian universities.
What can you study at ECU City?
At ECU City, we bring the following programs together to create and encourage opportunities for exciting collaborations, including those with industry groups and key organisations.
Business and Law
The School of Business and Law connects thousands of graduates with the CBD, placing students and researchers at the centre of influence in Perth's commercial and legal district, with access to industry-ready facilities, such as a Moot Court and Smart Lab.
Broadcasting and Digital Journalism
We have state-of-the-art and industry immersive studios for radio and television as part of our acclaimed Broadcasting and Digital Journalism program.
Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts
The internationally recognised WAAPA delivers world-leading courses in areas such as Dance, Aboriginal Performance, Musical Theatre, Acting, Music, and Production and Design, along with over 300 public performances per year added to Perth's arts and cultural calendar.
Kurongkurl Katitjin, Centre for Indigenous Australian Education and Research
Recognition and respect of Noongar culture and knowledge is in ECU's DNA, and this centre is based at ECU City, alongside our University Pathway Program.
Creative Humanities
The new campus is home to a suite of Creative Humanities programs for people who aspire to be the artists, broadcasters, communicators, designers, film makers, journalists, media producers, and writers of the future.
WA Screen and Media Academy
The academy continues to offer specialisations in cinematography, film directing, documentary making, production and screenwriting with the benefit of leading-edge film and television facilities, including production studios, sound stages and output suites. ECU City also features a motion capture film studio and a spatial sound lab.
Emerging Technology
ECU City represents the advanced technology education and research programs from the School of Science, leveraging the university's work combatting information warfare and cyber-enabled crime.
Courses
ECU City is now open and includes brand new students, as well as those who've already started their ECU course at Joondalup, Mount Lawley or South West Campus.
Courses available at the city campus are below.
University Preparation Courses
Our free university preparation courses are open to anyone who hasn't been at school for a while, doesn't have formal qualifications or didn't get a great Year 12 result. If you successfully complete UniPrep, you'll be eligible to start many of our undergraduate degree courses.
Why study at ECU City?
The City campus is like no other university in Australia. As a student, you'll benefit from learning spaces and technology that encourages creative thinking and collaboration.
Open and welcoming learning spaces with close proximity to city-based employers and key industry groups.
Next-generation technology, creative labs and experimental sandboxes for pushing boundaries.
World-class performance venues and rehearsal spaces to inspire students, staff and audiences.
Do you have any questions about studying at ECU City?
The Important Things
Things you should know about if you're thinking about studying here.
Course Entry
There's more than one admission pathway into an ECU course. It depends on what you've studied already, or your work or life experience.
Fees & Scholarships
Course tuition fees can change, but we can give you an estimate of your costs. If you're eligible, a scholarship or student loan can help too.
Applying
Applying for a course is a fairly simple process, especially if you have scanned copies of qualifications, your resume or other paperwork, ready to upload.
ECU Experience
Starting a course is an exciting and sometimes daunting time, so we make a massive effort to ensure you get all the support you need to have a positive experience.