Paige turns to crime for a life in the lab
Like many school leavers, working out what she wanted to study at uni was a bit of a challenge for Paige Smith. She had a passion for all things science from a very young age, but where to start?
The world needs creative thinkers
Problem solving and the ability to innovate are highly sought-after skills by employers in all industries around the world. At ECU, we believe anyone can be a creative thinker with the right training. Study with us and that will include you.
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ECU Extra
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Thinking about a career switch? Study might be a good start
Every year in Australia, people decide that it's time for a career change. There are many reasons for this and equally many options to make it happen, including going back to study.
What's a double degree and why would you study one?
Having a university double degree doesn't mean you're doubling your employment opportunities. With the right course combination, it could be way more than that. It's like creating your own brand.
Why studying at university is a great way to travel
University study is way more than lectures, reading and assignments. As a student, you also have opportunities to travel overseas as part of your studies. And it looks good on your résumé.
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 18 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.
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.