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Events and activities

Overview

Edith Cowan believed that education is the key to growth, change and improvement. We are proud to continue her legacy by actively advancing the role of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Through targeted Outreach activities, the School of Science aims to inspire diverse communities, encourage future scientists to pursue studies within our School, showcase our innovative programs, strengthen our reputation, and earn trust as a leader in science.

At ECU we are guided by our values of integrity, respect, rational inquiry, personal excellence and courage.

The School of Science operates several engagement programs for school students, adult learners, and members of the community. Our activities have been developed to showcase STEM, skills and attributes needed to work in these fields, foster a passion for science, and highlight career opportunities across our Science & Mathematics and Computing & Security disciplines.

We have several current undergraduate and postgraduate students who act as subject matter experts and ambassadors to deliver these engagement activities, gaining valuable extra-curricular experience before they graduate.

“It was a great opportunity, thoroughly enjoyed the workshops and interaction with peers”
“Very enjoyable and the students were nice!”

For more information on our outreach and engagement programs, please contact:

Upcoming Events

MON
06
OCT

CAIML 2025 AI Challenge

Computing and Security

Presented by the Centre for AI and Machine Learning (CAIML), this challenge is open to School of Science Coursework Students. Put your AI skills to the test in this real-world challenge focused on medical imaging. Choose from two impactful tracks:

  • Robust Medical Image Classification – Build AI models that perform reliably under real-world distortions in CT scans.
  • Bone Mineral Density Prediction – Use X-rays and AI to predict osteoporosis risk, making screening more accessible.

Prizes: $1000 cash + Certificate of Achievement for each track winner

Key Information:

  • Challenge opens: 6 Oct 2025
  • Final submissions: 30 Nov 2025, 11:55 PM AWS
  • Winners announced: 4 Dec 2025
  • Team size: Up to 3 students
  • Platform used: Kaggle

For more information visit  - CAIML AI Challenge+
For questions, contact: Dr Jumana Abu-Khalaf  and Mohammad Al Fawareh .

TUE
14
OCT

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Information Session - Online

Join us for our Online Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Information Session. Whether you are considering returning to education to further your career or pursue a new passion, this event is designed to provide you with all the essential information you need to take the next steps.

WED
15
OCT

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Information Session

Join us for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Information Session. Whether you are considering returning to education to further your career or pursue a new passion, this event is designed to provide you with all the essential information you need to take the next steps.

TUE
21
OCT

Shaping Tomorrow: Cyber Security & Computing Pathways Session

If you’re looking to progress your career in IT or thinking about a move into computing or cyber security, you shouldn’t miss this webinar.

The session will introduce you to Master's degree courses you can study at our new ECU City campus or fully online from February 2026.

Both the Master of Cyber Security and Master of Computer Science courses are ideal if you’re a professional already working in an IT role and wanting to progress your career. Equally, the courses are open to applicants with no previous experience in computing or cyber security, provided you can meet our flexible admission requirements. Both courses can be completed in 2 years of full-time study or longer part-time.

MON
27
OCT

Bridging Science and Society Workshop

Research

The importance of Co-Design for Ecological Research and Environmental Management. Hosted by the Centre for People, Place and Planet and the School of Science at Edith Cowan University.

This workshop will explore:

  • How to engage stakeholders in planning, delivery, and evaluation of research.
  • The importance of integrating ecological, social, and Traditional knowledge systems
  • Social research methods for identifying stakeholder needs and evaluating project success
  • Concepts of environmental and multispecies justice in threatened ecosystems.

Facilitators: Dr Lizzy Lowe, Vice Chancellor’s Research Fellow, Centre for People, Place and Planet (ECU)

Professor Donna Houston, School of Communication, Society and Culture (Macquarie University)

WED
29
OCT

Knowledge on Tap

Head to ECU's Birra Bar from 5.00pm to hear our academics talk about Mental Health.

TUE
11
NOV

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Information Session - Online

Join us for our Online Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Information Session. Whether you are considering returning to education to further your career or pursue a new passion, this event is designed to provide you with all the essential information you need to take the next steps.

WED
12
NOV

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Information Session

Join us for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Information Session. Whether you are considering returning to education to further your career or pursue a new passion, this event is designed to provide you with all the essential information you need to take the next steps.

WED
26
NOV

Knowledge on Tap

Head to ECU's Birra Bar from 5.00pm to hear our academics talk about Diversity in Science.

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