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Edith Cowan University
Study Abroad
& Exchange 2017

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 Our world is more dynamic than ever before, creating new
ideas and new possibilities.
So how do you engage with this ever-changing environment?
You learn. And the best way to learn is from experience.
ECU is a university for our times, where students learn in
hands-on environments and in industry relevant courses.
Our lecturers have extensive experience in their fields and
place the needs of students above all else.
We’re a university where you can learn the combination of
theory and practical skills needed to take advantage of every
opportunity. Skills that will allow you to understand and meet
new challenges, and to thrive in an evolving world.
Are you ready?
Apply to ECU for 2017.

Contents
Vice-Chancellor’s Message 3
About Perth 4
About ECU 6
ECU Fast Facts 7
Study Abroad & Exchange at ECU 8
Our Campuses 10
Facilities, Services & Support 12
Fees 14
Important Information 15
Accommodation 16
Relevant and Flexible Study Options 18
Schools 19
Arts & Humanities 20
Business & Law 24
Engineering & Technology 26
Medical & Health Sciences 28
Nursing & Midwifery 30
Science 32
Teacher Education 34
Western Australian Academy of
Performing Arts (WAAPA) 36
Kurongkurl Katitjin –
Centre for Indigenous Australian
Education and Research 38
Study Abroad & Exchange
Entry Requirements 40
Undergraduate & Postgraduate
English Requirements 41
How to apply? 42
Important Links 43

ECU is committed to reconciliation and recognises and respects the significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples’ communities, cultures and histories. ECU acknowledges and respects the Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander peoples, as the traditional custodians of the land. ECU acknowledges and respects its continuing
2association with Nyoongar people, the traditional custodians of the land upon which its campuses stand.
Vice-Chancellor’s Message
There are many benefits in overseas study: it gives you the
opportunity to travel to exciting destinations while also gaining
credits towards your degree; it provides opportunities for personal
growth and improving employment options and it also looks
great on a résumé and may give you a competitive edge in a tight
employment market.
At ECU, we appreciate that choosing a destination is a big
decision. Finding a good fit for your academic and professional
goals as well as the right ‘home-away-from-home’ is important.
With ECU’s extensive range of subject areas, quality teaching,
great facilities, welcoming culture and friendly environment,
coupled with our location in the beautiful state of Western
Australia, we hope that your decision is made easier.
Teaching at ECU is designed to get you job-ready and equip you
with the skills and knowledge upon which to build a rewarding
career. Our campuses at Joondalup, Mount Lawley and the
South West (Bunbury) each have their own culture, yet they
are united by the incredible diversity of the people working and
studying there.
The many exciting opportunities available to you through the
ECU Study Abroad and Exchange Program are detailed in this
brochure. For more information, our friendly staff are available to
talk to you about ECU as your potential study abroad destination.
Make this your milestone year and find out more about how
ECU’s Study Abroad and Exchange Program can help you get
ready for your future career.
Professor Steve Chapman
Vice-Chancellor

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 About Perth
Perth is the capital city of Western
Australia (commonly referred to as WA),
which is the largest state in Australia.
Averaging 3000 hours of sunshine per year,
Perth is the only Australian capital where
you can appreciate the beach lifestyle,
savour world-class local products, enjoy a Perth
beautiful ocean sunset and unwind in the
bushland, all within a 30-minute drive from
the city centre.
Perth has a vibrant restaurant and food
scene, with more than 100 new restaurants
and pubs opening in the past two years.

Getting around Perth Time zone

Perth has a modern and a very safe
public transport system and as a full‑time
international student, you receive a
discount on Perth’s public transport
network. Within the Perth CBD, there
is also a free bus service accessible
to everyone.
During your orientation session at ECU, you
will be issued a SmartRider card, which you
will be able to use on all public transport
in Perth. Visit the Transperth website
transperth.wa.gov.au for more information
about travelling on buses and trains.
Perth’s local time is eight hours ahead of
Greenwich Mean Time, which is the same
time zone as many countries in Asia.
Climate
Perth has a Mediterranean climate with
hot dry summers and mild wet winters;
there is very little rainfall in summer with
most of the rainfall coming in winter.
However, even in winter, Perth still enjoys
plenty of warm sunshine, so it is no wonder
Western Australians love the outdoors.

Perth has four distinct seasons:

Average Average
Average Average days of hours of
maximum minimum rainfall per sunshine
Season Month temperature temperature month per day

Summer Dec/Jan/Feb 29 °C 17°C 4 11

Autumn Mar/Apr/May 24 °C 14°C 9 7

Winter Jun/Jul/Aug 18 °C 10°C 18 5

Spring Sep/Oct/Nov 21 °C 12 °C 11 9

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Food
Strong multiculturalism and immigration
have contributed to Perth’s diverse cuisine.
Indeed, Perth offers a wide variety of
cuisines such as Thai, Chinese, Indonesian,
Malaysian, Mexican, Italian, Vietnamese,
Singaporean, Indian, Japanese and Korean.
Languages
English is Australia’s official language.
However, because of the large European
and Asian immigrant population, there is a
wide range of other languages spoken such
as Arabic, Chinese, Greek, Hindi, Italian,
Malay, Tamil and Vietnamese.
Free Wi-Fi
The City of Perth as well as the City of
Joondalup offer free public Wi-Fi around
the Central Business District, which
allows users to connect to the internet for
basic browsing.
Beaches
Perth is home to some of the best beaches
in the world (TripAdvisor 2014). With 19
beautiful white sand beaches, there is one
to suit your needs: Cottesloe for swimming,
surfing, and snorkelling (a definite favourite
amongst teens and young adults);
Scarborough for stellar windsurfing and
surfing conditions; Trigg for surfing and
catching the most magnificent waves; City
Beach for body boarding or fishing; Floreat
for relaxing and enjoying the sound of the
waves – just to name a few.
Perth
Perth Fast Facts
• The Economist Intelligence Unit has
rated Perth one of the top 10 most
liveable cities in the world for the
past 13 years (2004-16).
• Perth was also rated in the top 30
Best Student Cities in the World
(QS, London 2012-2013).
• 44% of international students in
Western Australia work part-time
with an average wage of $19.70 per
hour (StudyPerth survey, 2013).
• Rottnest Island, located off the
coast of Western Australia, was
ranked number one in the list
of top Australian destinations
(The Australian, 2014).
• Perth has the largest inner city park
in the world. Kings Park, in fact,
is even larger than Central Park in
New York. Kings Park and Botanic
Garden has been ranked as the best
park in Australia – and ranked sixth
best park in the world (TripAdvisor,
June 2014).
Population:
Perth: 2 million
Western Australia: 2.58 million
Australia: 24 million
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 About ECU
At Edith Cowan University (ECU), we equip you with the confidence and practical skills to
deal with whatever challenges may come your way, no matter where you are in the world.
We are known for our award winning facilities and are at the forefront of providing
innovative education and training solutions.
We offer a supportive study environment with approachable teaching staff and a range
of support staff. This includes counsellors and academic skills advisers, to help you get the
most out of your education.

Who was Edith Cowan? 25 Years of making of

Born in 1861 in Glengarry, Western
Australia, Edith Dircksey Cowan believed
education was the key to growth, change
and improvement. Edith’s contribution to
the development of Western Australian
education was significant. She strove to
achieve social justice and campaigned for
the rights of women, children and families,
for the poor, the poorly educated and
the elderly. So it’s fitting that the oldest
education institution and newest public
university, Edith Cowan University, bears
her name.
difference
Established in 1991, ECU has rapidly
developed into a modern institution that
focuses on both research excellence and
quality teaching. 2016 marks ECU’s 25th
anniversary. A quarter of a century sounds
like a long time, but in reality, 25 years goes
quickly. So it’s remarkable that in such
a short time ECU has developed into an
educational force to be reckoned with.
Over the past 25 years, we have
demonstrated the ability to grow and
adapt with a fast-evolving world.
Our campuses are world-class and
our achievements continue to benefit
communities around us and afar.

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ECU Fast Facts
68,000 4,300 8
More than 68,000 people ECU has some 4,300 ECU has 8 schools
have graduated from ECU international students
since 1991

1,700 100 3
ECU has around 1,700 staff ECU has international ECU has 3 campuses
students originating from
more than 100 countries

27,000
ECU has over 27,000 students

Rankings
Five-Star Teaching Quality Times Higher Education
ECU has been rated the ECU has been named in
maximum five stars for the Times Higher Education
teaching quality for the eighth (THE) 150 under 50
year in a row by the Good rankings for 2016. ECU was
Universities Guide. In the 2017 also named in the Times
Guide, graduates also rated ECU five Higher Education (THE)
stars for overall education experience, World University Rankings
skills development, student support and 2015. In addition, ECU
graduate salary levels. was named in the Times Higher Education
(THE) top 200 list of the Most International
2016 U-Multirank Universities in the world.
There’s good news
for ECU graduates
in the latest university rankings, with ECU
receiving the highest rating of ‘very good’
for Bachelor and Masters graduates finding
work locally, as well as ‘very good’ ratings
for its close links with local communities to
generate research publications, research
income and student internships.

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 Study Abroad & Exchange at ECU
One of the great things about studying abroad or on exchange at ECU is that you can
pick and choose units from the many study areas offered across the university. If you are
still deciding what career path you would like to pursue, why not study a bit of everything
while at ECU to get a taste of what options there are out there.
We offer a supportive study environment ECU Study Abroad and
with approachable teaching staff, as
well as a range of support staff including Exchange Program
counsellors and academic skills advisors, The ECU Study Abroad and Exchange
to assist you on your learning journey. Program offers an enriching international
experience that can help you broaden
Our campuses offer sporting and fitness
your academic, professional and personal
facilities, recreational and social clubs and
horizons.
societies, cafés, childcare centres, security
services and more – all to enhance your Through the ECU Study Abroad and
university experience. Exchange Program, you can study at ECU
for one or two semesters as part of your
degree in your home country.
The ECU Study Abroad and Exchange
Program attracts over 100 international
students each year from many countries
including Austria, Belgium, Canada, China,
England, France, Germany, Hong Kong,
Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden,
Taiwan and the United States.

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Exchange Students
If your home university has an official
exchange agreement with ECU, you can
apply through your home university to
be nominated to ECU as an exchange
student. As an exchange student at ECU,
you continue to pay your tuition fees to
your home university while on exchange
and you would not pay any tuition fees to
ECU. You should contact the International
Office at your home university for further
information on how you can be nominated
to ECU as an exchange student.
Study Abroad Students
If your home university does not have an
official exchange agreement with ECU or if
your home institution is unable to offer you
an exchange place at ECU, you could apply
to study at ECU as a study abroad student.
Study abroad students pay a set study
abroad tuition fee per semester to ECU,
which is subject to annual change.
What does the Study Abroad and
Exchange Program include?
• ECU Enrolment (prior to arrival) –
We know how important unit
selection and enrolment is when
studying abroad, so you will be able
to enrol online for your semester
prior to your arrival here. We can
assist you with your enrolment.
• Pre-departure information.
• Arrival reception.
• Orientation Program including
My International Day welcome.
• Buddy Program – You can register
to be matched up to a current ECU
student volunteer (buddy) to help
you adjust more quickly to your new
academic and cultural environment.
• Involvement with the ECU
community.
• You will be invited to promote
your home country and university
through participation in our annual
promotional events.
• ECU Statement of Academic Record
(Transcript) – You will receive one
free official transcript showing the
ECU units you complete and the
grades/marks received.
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 Western Australia
Joondalup

Mount Lawley Perth

Bunbury

Our Campuses
We pride ourselves on our industry‑relevant, world-class facilities that allow you to
experience modern equipment in real-world environments. All of our campuses can be
accessed conveniently via public transport.

ECU Joondalup ECU Joondalup Pines outdoor cinema

Our Joondalup Campus is set within
beautiful surroundings and its spacious
grounds provide a great place for students
to study and relax.
Ngoolark
2015 saw the opening of our new building:
Ngoolark. This is a one‑stop‑shop, bringing
most student related services under
one roof.
During the summer months, we host the
Lotterywest Festival Films at the ECU
Joondalup Pines Outdoor Cinema, where
moviegoers can enjoy watching a diverse
line-up of international films.
Joondalup city highlights
• Located in the heart of the northern suburbs
• 26km from Perth CBD
• Relaxed and casual atmosphere
• Lakeside Joondalup Shopping City is the
largest shopping centre in Western Australia
• Free bus service

30 mins 20 mins 100 mins

ECU Joondalup ECU Mount Lawley ECU South West
Campus from Campus from Campus from
Perth city by train Perth city by bus Perth city by car

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Below: ECU Mount Lawley Campus
Right: ECU South West Campus

ECU Mount Lawley ECU South West

Located in the trendy suburb of Located less than 200km south of Perth,
Mount Lawley and close to Perth Central our South West Campus in Bunbury is
Business District (CBD), you can’t help but the largest university campus in regional
be inspired by the artistic vibe at our Mount Western Australia.
Lawley Campus.
It has it all
World-class facilities The campus features a café, mini-gym,
ECU is proud to announce a $5 million multi-purpose sports courts, two nursing
investment in the infrastructure and demonstration wards, science laboratories
equipment for a new communications and a library with 24-hour access to a
and arts hub on our Mount Lawley computer lab.
Campus. The new $4 million hub contains
facilities for design, visual arts, fashion, Bunbury city highlights
broadcasting, animation, photomedia,
• Third largest city in Western Australia
motion capture and film. A further
• Only 100km from the beautiful country
$1 million is being invested in new
town of Margaret River (known for
technologies and software.
its wine, good food, surfing spots and
spectacular scenery)
WAAPA
Our Mount Lawley Campus is home
to the Western Australian Academy of
Performing Arts (WAAPA), giving you the
perfect opportunity to enjoy the hundreds
of performances and events that they host
each year.

Mount Lawley city highlights

• Festivals – Comedy Festival /
International Film Festival
• Vibrant night life
• Local and international cuisine
• Located only 3km from Perth CBD

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 Facilities, Services & Support
At ECU, we provide a supportive learning environment through our excellent range of
facilities, services and support programs.

Student Central Facilities

On each campus, Student Central is your
point of reference for all enquiries regarding
academic progress and enrolment assistance,
as well as for a range of support services.
Academic support
Our Learning Consultants are always on
hand to assist you with a range of study
skills and advice on preparing assignments.
They conduct workshops, prepare academic
skill resources, support other academic
staff in promotion of tertiary literacy
skills and see students one-on-one and in
group consultations.
• Fully-equipped modern libraries
• E-labs available 24-hour/7days/52 weeks
• Free Wi-Fi
• Over 5,100 parking bays across
all campuses
• On-campus accommodation
Food and retail
• Cafés and other food outlets
• Hairdresser (Joondalup Campus)
• Optometrist (Joondalup Campus)
• Bookshops
• ATMs
• Co-op Shop to assist you with all your
educational needs

ECU’s Equity, Diversity

and Disability
ECU’s Equity, Diversity and
Disability (EDD) services support
students whose studies may be
affected by a medical condition or
disability, either their own or that
of a family member, in accessing
support and services that can
help them succeed. EDD staff can
assist with arranging alternative
assessment conditions, access to
some aids and equipment, note
taking, AUSLAN interpreting
and transcription services. Every
campus has a specially designed
Accessible Technologies Room that
provides students with access
to adjustable chairs and desks,
specialised software, computer,
scanner and other adaptive
technology. All ECU locations have
access for people with disabilities.
Visit ecu.edu.au/campus-maps for
details and to view ECU’s access
and mobility maps.

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Health and wellbeing
• Medical Centres
(Joondalup and Mount Lawley
campuses)
• Free Counselling service
• Multi‑faith Chaplaincy service
• Fully-equipped sports, recreation
and fitness centres (Joondalup and
Mount Lawley campuses)
• Mini-gym and playing courts
(Bunbury Campus)
Security and parking
• Security service (24/7)
• Well-lit pathways
• Emergency phones
• Night security escort
• Over 5,000 parking bays across
all campuses
Smoking policy
All ECU campuses and facilities are
smoke‑free, including the Campus
Living Village.
Recreational and
social opportunities
• Student Guild
• Clubs and societies
• Intervarsity sports
• Taverns (Joondalup and Mount Lawley
campuses)
Additional support
• Fully-equipped, modern libraries
• 24-hour on-campus computing facilities
• Course Information Hub
• Academic Mentoring
• Volunteering Program
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 Fees
Tuition fees
Tuition fees are only applicable for study
abroad students as exchange students do
not pay their tuition fees to ECU.
The indicative study abroad tuition fee
rates for 2017 are:
3 units: AUD $7,650
4 units: AUD $10,200
Some units may have additional fees
attached to them that must be paid by the
student. For example if a unit includes a
field trip or has special lab needs.
Other expenses
Overseas Student Health Cover
If you are applying for a Student Visa,
you are required to arrange Overseas
Student Health Cover (OSHC) before your
arrival in Australia, and maintain cover for
the full length of your visa.
OSHC is a basic health insurance product
designed to be equivalent to Medicare
(for Australian citizens). It covers emergency
medical conditions, public hospitals and
most of the costs of visiting a doctor.
Please note that pre‑existing illnesses may
not be covered. Additional cover for private
hospitals and supplementary services such
as dental, optical and physiotherapy is
available at additional cost.

You will be responsible for purchasing ECU can assist you in arranging cover on
textbooks and any equipment required your behalf.
for your course. The cost of these items
varies widely from one course to another. Cost
Other expenses that you may incur Single: $600 Per Year (approximate)
include food, parking, consumables such
as stationery and photocopying, as well
as transport costs to and from university,
including any work placements or
off‑campus activities.

Living costs
Whether you live on-campus or off-campus,
you should budget about $365 per week for
your living costs. Please note that this does
not include tuition fees, textbooks, running
a car or holiday travel.

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Important Information
Visa conditions
As an international student studying in
Australia on a student visa, or other visa
types, there are a number of conditions
attached to the granting of your visa.
Visit border.gov.au/trav/stud to obtain
more information.
Education Services for
Overseas Students (ESOS)
The Education Services for Overseas
Student Act 2000 (ESOS Act) provides
important safeguards for overseas
students in Australia. The ESOS Act
regulates the activities of education
providers, like ECU, who deliver education
and training to international students by
setting standards and providing for tuition
and financial assurance. ECU’s teaching
and support of international students are
guided and monitored by the Department
of Education under the Education Services
for Overseas Students (ESOS) Framework.
Visit internationaleducation.gov.
au/Regulatory-Information/Pages/
Regulatoryinformation.aspx for
more information.
ECU’s International Student
Tuition Fee Refund Policy
ECU’s International Student Tuition Fee
Refund Policy applies to international
students who cease or do not begin
studying at ECU. The purpose of the policy
is to clarify your entitlement to refund of
fees and relevant processes, as required
under government regulation.
Visit ecu.edu.au/GPPS/policies to view
ECU’s International Student Tuition
Refund Policy.
Independent International
Students Conciliator
The Department of Education Services
(Western Australia) offers a free
mediation/conciliation service through
the International Student Conciliator.
The Conciliator attempts to resolve
disputes between international students
and institutions, as part of the institutions’
internal complaints and appeals procedure.
Visit des.wa.gov.au/
internationaleducation/ieconciliation/
Pages/default.aspx for more information.
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 Accommodation
At ECU, we have excellent on-campus accommodation on all three of our campuses.
In 2015, brand new accommodation opened at our Joondalup Campus. This multi-million
dollar development offers modern apartments over seven floors of accommodation and
a range of enjoyable facilities, including a recreation room, barbeques, and a swimming
pool. Our recently constructed student accommodation at our Mount Lawley Campus
features state‑of‑the‑art facilities such as a pool, café, student lounges with Wi-Fi,
e-library and more.

On-campus accommodation
Campus Living Villages (CLV) manages Due to the high demand for on-campus
our accommodation on the Joondalup, accommodation, we recommend that
Mount Lawley and Bunbury campuses. you visit ecuvillage.com.au and make your
No matter which campus you are on, online application early. Please note that a
you will enjoy an exciting residential life minimum stay applies.
program and a vibrant student community,
Single room from: $229 / week
all located minutes from the University’s
main facilities. Multi bed apartment
from: $185 / week
Apartments are fully furnished with (six bedrooms)
private bedrooms, large kitchens and
spacious lounge areas, so you will have
plenty of space to hang out with friends
and flatmates.

Above: ECU Village Mount Lawley Campus

Left: ECU Village Joondalup Campus

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Homestay Off-campus support
You can also choose to live in a private If you want to find off-campus
home with an Australian family. The chance accommodation, the ECU Village hosts an
to be involved in the daily life, the learning online list of off-campus accommodation
of our culture and customs, plus the added options close to each campus.
advantage of having the company of
For a list of available listings, visit:
other people are just some of the reasons
Homestay is popular.
Joondalup Campus
Placement fee ecuvillage.com.au/joondalup/
off-campus-accommodation
There is a $240 administration fee for
placement in a Homestay home.
Mount Lawley Campus
Homestay prices / meal requirements may
ecuvillage.com.au/mt-lawley/
vary depending on individual arrangements.
off-campus-accommodation
You can request a homestay placement
before leaving your home country and you
will be notified of your family details so
that you can go straight to your homestay
family from the airport.
Visit homestaynetwork.org/edith-cowan-
university for more information.

Rental accommodation
Some students choose to rent an
apartment, townhouse or house on their
own or with fellow students. Houses are
usually more expensive than apartments
and the rent varies depending on the
size, condition and location. Private
accommodation is either rented furnished
or unfurnished.

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 Relevant and Flexible Study Options
As an exchange or study abroad student at ECU you can pick and choose units
from the many study areas offered across the University to make up your individual
semester schedule.
So whether you need to find specific units that match your degree in your home country,
or you are looking to study something completely new, you’re sure to find units to
suit your needs.

What’s the difference between You should speak to the International

a unit and a course?
The individual classes that you can take
at ECU are known as ‘units’ (sometimes
referred to as ‘modules’ or ‘courses’ at
institutions in the northern hemisphere).
The word ‘course’ at ECU actually refers to
a full degree program, not the individual
units. As a study abroad or exchange
student at ECU, you will not be studying
towards an ECU course/degree program.
You will instead be able to choose individual
units from our different study areas.
How many units will I study
during my semester at ECU?
A standard full-time semester study
load is 60 credit points in the ECU credit
system. Most ECU units are worth 15 credit
points, so students will study four units
per semester to make up their full-time
semester study load. However, some ECU
units are worth 10 or 20 credit points,
so the number of ECU units you take to
make up your 60 credit points for your
semester may vary.
Office at your home institution for advice
on how the units you study at ECU will
be credited back to your home institution
degree. Academic credit transfer is at the
discretion of your home institution.
What will my semester study
timetable look like?
There are thirteen teaching weeks during
the ECU semester and you will normally
have classes each week for each unit in
which you are enrolled. The ECU semester
also includes a mid-semester break
(normally one week where you can catch
up on class work or do some travel to
explore the surrounding areas) as well as
a study week before the commencement
of the examination period at the end of
the semester.
The total number of weekly on campus
contact hours will depend on the number
and type of units you select.

Sample of a weekly class timetable:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

8:30am MAT1108
9:30am (Laboratory) MAN1100 FRE1101
10:30am MAN1100 (Lecture) (Seminar)
11:30am (Lecture)
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm MAT1108
2:30pm (Laboratory) SCH1101 SCH1101
3:30pm (Tutorial) (Tutorial)
4:30pm

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How do I find my units?
The best way to search for units at ECU is
to visit the latest available ECU Handbook
http://handbook.ecu.edu.au. From the
Handbook you can:
1) Enter a keyword or subject title in the
search box. You will be given a list of
courses, unit sets or units that contain
that keyword or title. You may need to
peruse through the various courses to find
particular units in your subject area.
2) You can refine your search by using
the ‘Filter Search’ function on the left
hand side. This will help you search Schools
via our Schools or by Postgraduate or
Undergraduate. There are a range of ECU units at both
undergraduate and postgraduate* levels
3) Visit the ECU Semester Timetable
offered across the following schools:
apps.wcms.ecu.edu.au/semester-timetable/
overview to find when and on which • Arts & Humanities
campus a particular unit is offered. • Business & Law
You will need to enter the Unit Code or • Engineering & Technology
the Unit Title into the semester timetable
• Medical & Health Sciences
search fields. For example, Semester 2,
• Nursing & Midwifery
2016 is indicated as 162 in the timetable,
Semester 1, 2017 will be 171 and Semester • Science
2, 2017 will be 172. • Teacher Education
• Western Australian Academy of
The Handbook will show the unit code and
Performing Arts
title (for example, MKT3120 International
Marketing) its number of credit points and You also have the option of studying units
provide a brief description of the unit as within ECU’s Kurongkurl Katitjin – Centre
well as listing any prerequisite requirements for Indigenous Australian Education and
that need to be satisfied before enrolment Research, or you can experience regional
can be approved in that unit. Western Australia by studying units on
the ECU South West (Bunbury) Campus.
Make sure you find more units than you
need as not all units listed in the ECU Further information about our
Handbook are offered every semester. different study areas, including sample
We suggest you select all your units from units offered, is provided on the
one campus to minimise travel time following pages.
between campuses. * Restrictions may apply.

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 Arts & Humanities
Explore the complexities of the human mind, immerse yourself in a creative and
engaging environment and make a contribution to improving people’s quality of life.
ECU’s new School of Arts and Humanities offers over sixty programs across all three
ECU campuses, including specialist and interdisciplinary courses in the arts, design,
media and communications, psychology and criminology, and the social sciences.
Our flexible course structures allow open access to electives in all areas of the School
to encourage multi–skilling, improve employment prospects and to promote a broader
understanding of how the arts and humanities play a central role in the social and
cultural fabric of our society.

World-class facilities
In 2016, ECU made a major
commitment to the arts through a
$5 million investment in Arts and
Humanities facilities. The re-housing
of the design, photography and
media studios, along with the
refurbishment of the visual art and
fashion areas, provide world-class
facilities for staff, students and
researchers.

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Arts & Humanities units at ECU
You’re sure to find arts and humanities units at ECU to suit your study needs.
Below is just a sample of some of the interesting units available.

Advertising Broadcasting and Journalism

• ADV2105 Consumer Behaviour
• ADV2107 Strategic Branding
• ADV2220 Advertising Management
Arts (South West Campus)
• CCI1103 Region and Culture
• CCC1106 Popular Media
• CCC1101 Texts and Meanings
• CCC3102 Writing for the Real
• CCC3103 Literature and Social Change
• CCC3109 Speculative Fiction
• CCC3210 Creative Writing
• CCC3211 Narrative and Film
• CCC3217 Writing for Publication
• WRT1103 Creativity and Writing
• BRO2000 Radio Newsroom
• BRO2025 Broadcasting Skills
• BRO3001 TV Journalism
• JOU2107 Political Journalism
• JOU3205 Newsroom Journalism Forensic
Investigation
• CRI1104 The Psychology of Criminal
Behaviour
• CRI3108 Justice and Forensic Science
Children and Family Studies
• CHN1101 Ecology of Children and
Families 1
• CHN3130 Purpose of Play
• CHN3202 Child Rearing
Counselling
• COU1101 Dynamic Models of Counselling
• COU1202 Cross Cultural Therapeutic
Practice
• COU3202 Sexuality and Therapeutic
Practice

“My experience at ECU in

Perth has been fantastic!”
ECU’s facilities, lecturers, and students have all
been excellent. In Perth, I feel closer to nature.
Whenever I need to relax or when I want to take
a break from my studies, I always end up at
Kings Park or at one of Perth’s many beaches.
Studying abroad has given me the opportunity
to appreciate my country’s culture as well
as other countries’ cultures; a truly once in a
lifetime experience!
Haruka Aikawa
Japan

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 Creative Industries
• ANI3231 Digital Video 2
• DEF1106 Collaborative Design
• DES2101 Design Practices: Identity
• DES2203 Design Practices: Publication
• DES2206 Design Practices: Animation
• DES3102 Illustration
• IMM1122 Publishing on the World
Wide Web
• IMM3205 3D Animation
• FAV2150 Screen Production
• FAV2102 Scriptwriting Short Films
• FAV2117 The Documentary
• GDT2105 Writing for Games
• GDT3101 Game Culture
• GDT3103 Serious Gaming
• GDT3106 Game Level Design
• PHO1105 Photo Work
• PHO3102 Photomedia Aesthetics
and Histories
• TDD2101 3D Design Practices: Drawing
in Space
• TDD3210 Glass Design
Criminology
• CRI1103 Criminology
• CRI2202 Youth Justice
• CRI3109 International Human Rights
• CRI3112 Operational Policing
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English
• ENG3050 Poetry and Passion
• ENG3165 Australian Fiction
Fashion
• FAS1101 Materials and the Body
• FAS2101 Reconstructing the Garment
• FAS2103 Fabric Manipulation
French
• FRE1101 French (Introductory 1)
• FRE2201 French (Intermediate 1)
• FRE3311 French (Advanced 1)
History
• HIS1106 Themes in Australian History
• HIS3101 Human Rights: Struggles for
Global Justice
• HIS3105 Criminal Underworlds: Crime
and Society Since 1800
• HIS3124 The History and Sociology of
Genocide
Japanese
• JLS1101 Japanese (Introductory 1)
• JLS2201 Japanese (Intermediate 1)
• JLS3311 Japanese (Advanced 1)
Politics and International Relations
• POL3103 Terrorism
• POL3109 China: The Rise of a Global
Power
• POL3110 Global Politics and the
Environment
• POL3127 Australian Government
Psychology
• PSY1204 Social Determinants of
Behaviour
• PSY2305 Individual Differences
• PSY3343 Abnormal Psychology
Social Science
• CSV1101 Introduction to Community
Work
• CSV3101 Social Policy
• CSV3105 Gender Issues: Terms and
Debates
Social Work (South West Campus)
• RPS1130 Rural, Regional and Remote
Community Development
• SWK1106 Psychology for Social Work
• SWK1107 Introduction to Australian
Society
• SWK2108 Addictions and Practice
• SWK2010 Theory and Practice for Child
Protection
• SWK2111 Aboriginal Histories of
the Present
• SWK2112 Australian Politics and Policy
• SWK2114 Community Health and
Well-being
• SWK3113 Social Work and Mental Health
Visual Arts
• VIS1303 Introduction to Drawing
• VIS1305 Materials and Methods:
Approaches to Studio
• VIS2315 Art History: Enduring Traces
• VIS2525 Printmaking: Mapping Self and
World
• VIS3531 Sculpture: Art and Environment
Visual Art (SW)
• VIS1303 Introduction to Drawing
• VIS2505 Printmaking
• VIS2507 Sculpture
• VIS2509 Painting
• VIS2530 Field and Studio
• VIS2601 Art in Context
• VIS3503 Creativity and Reflexivity
• VIS3602 Studio and Professional Practice
Writing
• WRT3105 Writing Drama
• WRT3106 Writing Therapy
• WRT3114 Writing and Editing
• WRT3120 Biographical and
Autobiographical Writing
Youth Work
• YWK1220 Youth Issues
• YWK3211 Inclusive Youth Work Practice
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 Business & Law
At ECU’s School of Business and Law, you’ll gain theoretical knowledge, practical
experience and important employability skills. We offer a range of business majors and
courses leading to a diverse choice of careers. Or if you want to work as a lawyer, either in a
courtroom or in the wide range of other legal careers, then our accredited law courses and
new high-tech moot court will also interest you.
All of our hands-on courses aim to equip you with the skills that employers seek through
practical learning opportunities. Our graduates have found employment in a variety of
fields across the world. So get set for a rewarding and successful career with an ECU
Business and Law degree.

Hands-on experience with

the on‑campus legal centre
Law students may have the opportunity
to work on real cases, under the
supervision of legal practitioners, at
the on‑campus Northern Suburbs
Community Legal Centre. The Centre
provides legal information and advice
to the community in a number of
areas. This partnership provides vital
experience for our Law students.

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Business & Law units at ECU
There is no short supply of business and law units on offer when studying abroad at ECU.
Below is just a sample of some of the interesting units available.

Event, Sport and Recreation Management International Hotel and Resort

• SPM2112 Sport Delivery Systems
• SPM2510 Marketing and
Communications for Sport and Events
• SPM3114 Sport Venues and Events
• SPM1102 Sport and Recreation
Leadership and Programming
Hospitality Management
• HOS2110 Food and Beverage
Management
• HOS2325 Managing the Service
Experience
• HOS3211 Management of Hospitality
Finance
International Business
• INB2101 Cultural Framework of Business
• INB2102 International Business
• INB3202 International Business Project
• INB3600 Business in Asia
• MAN2020 Logistics
• MAN3705 International Negotiation
Management
• HOS2112 Beverage Appreciation
• TSM3101 International Resort
Management
• TSM3104 Cruise Ship Tourism*
Management and Human Resource
Management
• MAN2120 Organisational Behaviour
• MAN3121 Leadership III
• MAN3705 International Negotiation
• MAN3612 Project Management
Tourism Management
• TSM2111 Introduction to Hospitality and
Tourism
• TSM2550 Visitor Management
• TSM3107 Ecotourism
Postgraduate Units
• FBL5010 Managing People and
Organisations
• FBL5020 Marketing Leadership
• FBL5030 Fundamentals of Value
Creation in Business

“I chose ECU because of its

practical teaching approach,
which focuses on students’
employability.”
My lecturers are friendly and approachable, and
so are the rest of the staff at ECU. I feel like ECU
really cares about me, I’m not just a number.
Whisper Li
China

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 Engineering & Technology
Study Engineering at ECU, the fastest‑growing Engineering school in Western Australia.
With a wide choice of disciplines to choose from, multi-million dollar laboratory facilities
and industry experienced lecturers, this could be the start of an incredible journey.
ECU’s engineering courses are accredited by Engineers Australia and recognised under the
Washington Accord, so with an ECU engineering degree you can work around the world.

World-class facilities
ECU Engineering students learn
in world-class facilities featuring
purpose‑built labs and project spaces, all
designed with a focus on students. Many of
our labs have been set up in collaboration
with industry, like our automation and
control laboratory, developed in conjunction
with Schneider Electric. We also recently
commissioned a new specialised high-tech
engineering building, housing labs for
teaching and research in Chemical,
Structural, Geotechnical, Renewable
Energy, and Materials Engineering.

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Engineering & Technology units at ECU
There is no short supply of engineering units on offer when studying abroad at ECU.
Below is just a sample of some of the interesting units available.

Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering

• ENS2160 Thermodynamics
• ENS2170 Principles of Industrial
Maintenance
• ENS3110 Heat and Mass Transfer
Civil Engineering
• ENS2107 Marine and Offshore
Engineering and Design
• ENS2260 Surveying and Site
Measurement
• ENS3242 Soil Mechanics and Foundation
Engineering
Electrical Power
• ENS3220 Electrical Machines and
Transformers
• ENS4360 Power Electronics
• ENS4445 Sustainability and
Renewable Energy
• ENS3105 Mechanical Design and
Development
• ENS3245 Steel Design
• ENS4442 Robotics 1
Motorsports
• ENM1101 Race Car Anatomy
• ENM2209 Race Car Systems
• ENS2106 Motorsports Design and
Development
Technology
• ENS2456 Digital Electronics
• ENS2344 Computer Architecture
• ENS3556 Wireless Communication

“I chose Engineering at ECU

because of the amazing facilities
as well as the reputation of the
teaching staff.”
My lecturers were so knowledgeable and
approachable. They encouraged us to ask questions
and had an open door policy. The feedback and advice
that they’ve provided has been really helpful to me on
both a professional, as well as on a personal level.
Kush Shah
Kenya

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 Medical & Health Sciences
ECU’s School of Medical and Health Sciences encompasses a number of exciting and
diverse areas of study. Courses include Biomedical Science, Health Science, Exercise and
Sports Science, Exercise Science and Rehabilitation, Medical Science, Occupational
Therapy, Paramedical Science, Speech Pathology, and Sports Science and Football.
Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and specialised laboratories – all of
which allow students to put theory into practice. Our courses also provide a basis for
honours and postgraduate studies, laying the groundwork for future careers in health
and medicine.

Medical and Biomedical Science students learn in

state‑of‑the‑art facilities
ECU’s science laboratories are
equipped to train Medical Science
and Biomedical Science students in
microbiology, genetics, haematology
and biochemistry. Students have
access to microbiology equipment
for working with microbiological
organisms and DNA. ECU also houses
state‑of‑the‑art equipment for cell,
DNA, RNA and protein isolation and
characterisation, electrophoresis,
automated microscopy and digital
imaging, in addition to a fully-equipped
histology laboratory.

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Medical & Health Sciences units at ECU
With such a wide variety of units on offer within medical and health science, you’re sure
to find something to suit your needs. Below is just a sample of some of the interesting
units available.
• SCH1105 Introduction to Pharmacology
• SCH1111 Fundamental Biomedical
Techniques
• SCH1132 Human Evolution and Ecology
• SCH1133 Human Genetics
• SCH1134 Human Structure and Function
• SCH1143 Systems Physiology
• SCH2142 Forensic Genetics
• SCH2226 Human Molecular Genetics
• SCH2232 Medical Biochemistry
• SCH2235 Applied Microbiology
• SCH3145 Biomedical Ethics
• SCH3223 Medical Genetics
• SCH3227 The Biology of Human Disease
• SCH3236 Pharmacology
• SCH3239 Human Immunology
• SCH3244 Developmental Biology
• SCH3434 Human Reproduction,
Development and Ageing

“The hands-on approach of my

course means that I get to apply
the theory I learned to practice,
before I even graduate.”
The atmosphere at ECU is laid back, while remaining
serious as well as encouraging for students.
My lecturers are extremely easy-going and
approachable and the facilities are amazing.
Roza Draganjac
Poland

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 Nursing & Midwifery
ECU offers a range of unique specialist undergraduate Nursing and Midwifery courses.
Our renowned Nursing program is the largest in Western Australia, while our Nursing and
Midwifery dual degree program offers an innovative and broad study approach for entry into
the field of nursing and midwifery. Courses provide students with access to state-of-the-art
health and wellness facilities featuring demonstration and clinical practice wards, health
simulations that encourage scenario‑based learning, and practicum placements with a range
of health providers.

ECU’s outstanding health and

wellness facilities
Our purpose-built Health and Wellness
Building incorporates health demonstration
and clinical practice wards that provide a
safe, authentic environment for clinical skills
development, and are designed to increase
the competence and confidence of students.
The demonstration wards contain 52 beds
that meet Australian healthcare standards.
Additionally, students have the opportunity
for experiential hands-on practice to learn
nursing and midwifery skills in a variety of
simulated healthcare settings.

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Nursing and Midwifery units at ECU
If you are looking to continue your nursing studies while studying abroad at ECU,
you’re sure to find what you need from the many units on offer. Below is just a sample
of some of the interesting units available:

Nursing
• NCS1101 Health and Healthcare Systems
• NCS1102 Professional Conduct and
Communication
• NCS2101 Adult Health
• NCS2102 Mental Health and Illness
• NCS2202 Culture and Health
• NCS3101 Child and Adolescent Care
• NCS3102 Primary Health Care
You may be able to participate in a clinical
placement while studying abroad at ECU,
with final approval required from the
School of Nursing & Midwifery.
All of the units listed above are available
at our Joondalup Campus as well as our
Bunbury Campus.

“ECU prepared me to do better

in the real world of Nursing.”
I learned the value of teamwork and the
significance of each member; the importance of
respecting patient’s rights as well as colleagues’
backgrounds and preferences; and ways to resolve
conflicts among colleagues.
Jake Quidit
Philippines

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 Science
When it comes to studying science and the environment, ECU’s research and teaching are
world‑class. You’ll find a range of practical degrees that can lead to distinctly different
careers in fields such as marine and freshwater biology, conservation and wildlife biology,
environmental management and more.
ECU is also recognised as a leader in cyber security research. Our Computing and Security
courses offer a range of majors and units across a variety of exciting subjects. Our flexible
courses and world‑class teaching, combined with our Work Integrated Learning program,
supported by close industry links, provide ECU students with endless possibilities in
Australia and internationally.

Science at ECU
ECU’s School of Science offers a broad
range of courses that give students the
opportunity to specialise in specific fields or
multi-skill across a combination of majors
to increase their career options. Students
can choose from courses that offer the
opportunity to study across multiple
disciplines, which can be combined to create
a unique graduating skillset, or can study
courses focusing on one particular area to
become a specialist in that field.

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Science units at ECU
There is a broad range of science units that you can choose from when studying
abroad at ECU. Below is just a sample of some of the interesting units available.

Computer Science Biological Sciences

• CSG2341 Intelligence Systems
• CSP2108 Introduction to Mobile
Applications Development
• CSP3242 Internet and Java Programming
Counter Terrorism Security and Intelligence
• CSI2104 Introduction to Information
Warfare
• SCY1130 Terrorism and International
Security
• SCY2112 Counterterrorism
Cyber Security
• CSG2305 Computer Forensics
• CSG3308 Wireless Security
• CSI3208 Ethical Hacking and Defence
Games Programming
• CSD2242 Computer Graphics Methods
• CSP2107 Game Design and Production
• CSP2307 Introduction to 3D Game
Programming
Information Technology and Web
Technology
• CSP2103 Markup Languages
• CSG1207 Systems and Database Design
• CSG2431 Interactive Web Development
• SCI2112 Molecular Biology and
Biochemistry
• SCI2116 Diversity of Life
• SCI2117 Genetics
• SCI3122 Evolution and Systematics
Environmental Management
• SCM2104 Geographical Information
• Systems
• SCM2110 Marine and Freshwater
Processes
• SCM2201 Soil and Land Processes
• SCM3203 Environmental Impact
Assessment
• SCM3204 Ecosystem Management
Sustainability
• SCI2371 Sustainable Water
• SCI2108 Environmental Management
and Sustainability
• SCM3201 Conservation Biology
• Conservation and Wildlife Biology
• SCI2118 Australian Biota
• SCI3115 Wildlife Management
• SCI2111 Marine and Fisheries Biology
• SCI3113 Freshwater Ecosystems

“ECU in Perth is the ideal place

for international students
to study.”
ECU’s lecturers, tutors, and staff are excellent.
They provide personalised support and have made
my learning experience very enjoyable so far. The
students here at ECU come from all over the world
and there is a sense of community feeling.
Benedicta Santoso
Indonesia

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 Teacher Education
If you see yourself among the next generation of outstanding teachers making a real
difference to young people’s lives, ECU Teacher Education is where you begin. Our
experienced academic team are world leaders in educational research who strive to
find better ways to prepare quality teachers through research and community-based
partnerships with schools. Our courses are practical and delivered in excellent facilities.

Teaching methods evolve,

as do our courses
Our Teacher Education courses
for early childhood, primary and
secondary education have been
designed to incorporate the latest
research about teaching and how
to develop young minds. All courses
respond to recent state, national
and international developments in
learning, ensuring graduates are
ready for their first day of teaching.

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Teacher Education units at ECU
There is no short supply of education units on offer when studying abroad at ECU
so you are sure to find something to suit your study needs. Below is just a sample of
some of the interesting units available:
Early Childhood Studies
• ECS1265 Young Children’s Learning and
Development
• ECS2240 Guiding Children’s Behaviour in
Positive Learning Environments Learning
Environments
• ECS3260 Assessing and Evaluating
Young Children’s Learning
• MUE2240 Music Arts in Early Childhood
Education
Primary Education
• EDF3101 Working with Indigenous
Australian Children, Youth and their
Families
• EDU2260 Positive Learning Environments
• ICT1250 Multimodal Approaches to
Teaching and Learning
• LAN1260 Spoken Language in
Primary School
Secondary Education
• EDF3112 Working with Indigenous
Australian Students and their
Communities
• EDU2104 Diversity in the Secondary
Classroom
• EDU2231 Creating Positive Learning
Environments
• EDU4212 Building Professional Teaching
Networks
ECU also offers education units focused
specifically on Catholic Education, Creative
Arts, Health and Physical Education,
Managing Behaviour, Diverse Needs,
Mathematics, Language Enrichment and
Teacher Librarianship.
You may be able to participate in a
teaching placement while studying abroad
at ECU with final approval required from
the School of Education.

“Given ECU began as a teaching

college more than 100 years
ago, it was the perfect place
for me to study.”
I am just so grateful not just to ECU for all the
support they have given me, but also to all my
Australian friends I have met while in Perth.
Erasmus Norviewu-Mortty
Ghana

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 Western Australian Academy of
Performing Arts (WAAPA
The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) at ECU is one of the
world’s leading performing arts academies. WAAPA is recognised nationally and
internationally for the quality of its graduates. It provides the most comprehensive range
of performing arts training in Australia – both on stage and behind the scenes. Entry into
each course is competitive, and prospective students undertake an audition and/or an
interview as part of the application process.

Straight out of WAAPA and

headed for the big screen
2015 Acting graduate, Dacre Montgomery, has been
signed on for the Hollywood blockbuster re-boot,
Power Rangers. He will play the Red Ranger, the leader
of the teen superhero pack. Directed by Dean Israelite
(Project Almanac) and written by Ashley Miller and
Zack Stentz (Thor, X Men: First Class), filming has
commenced with release scheduled for 2017. Unknown
outside of Western Australia, Dacre has been performing
on stage and screen since the age of nine and his credits
include appearing alongside Perth pop star Troye Sivan in
the 2010 short film Betrand the Terrible.

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Showcasing your talent
Each year, students, staff and critically
acclaimed guest artists collaborate to
present hundreds of performances across
a range of concerts, plays, dance, music
theatre, opera and film. Many of these take
place in WAAPA’s own performance venues
at ECU’s Mount Lawley Campus.
Exciting community partnerships also
enable WAAPA to perform in a diverse
range of spaces in the Perth metropolitan
area, and beyond.
Outstanding facilities
We have a range of excellent rehearsal
studios plus eight public performance
spaces that are constantly in use for
performances and concerts.
WAAPA Units at ECU
WAAPA offers students from specific
exchange partners the opportunity
to study selected performing
arts-related units while studying at
ECU; however restrictions may apply.
Students wishing to undertake units
of study at WAAPA must contact
the ECU Student Central office to
receive advice on unit availability for
any semester prior to submitting
their application.
Visit waapa.ecu.edu.au for more about
ECU’s Western Australian Academy of
Performing Arts.

Star Graduates
• Hugh Jackman • Rachelle Durkin
• Frances O’Connor • Emma Matthews
• Marcus Graham • Jamie Oehlers
• William McInnes • Eddie Perfect
• Lisa McCune • Tim Minchin
• Lucy Durack • Jai Courtney

“I chose WAAPA because it is the

best dance school in Australia
and I was not disappointed!”
I absolutely loved my experience at WAAPA.
The support I received from the lecturers and
staff helped my transition to an English speaking
university. I am so grateful that I was able to study
abroad at the best dance school in Australia.
Will Tseng
Taiwan

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 Kurongkurl Katitjin – Centre for
Indigenous Australian Education
and Research
Kurongkurl Katitjin, pronounced koor-ong-kurl cut-it-chin, is a Nyoongar phrase meaning
‘coming together to learn’. Kurongkurl Katitjin, ECU’s Centre of Indigenous Australian
Education and Research, plays a vital role in assisting the University to meet its
commitment to Indigenous peoples.
We support university-wide activities and
programs, as well as activities specific to
Indigenous Australian people and their
cultures. This includes:
• engaging closely with Indigenous people
and communities;
• assisting Indigenous students and staff
to realise their full potential;
• ensuring that individual differences and
diversity are respected; and
• contributing to Indigenous community
development and sustainability through
our students, staff and graduates.
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The Building and its Gardens
Completed in 2005, the Kurongkurl
Katitjin Building was designed in
consultation with Nyoongar elders to
graphically represent Aboriginal culture
and the Australian landscape.
The purpose-built premises is an
iconic and colourful, three-storey,
state-of-the-art building. Its colours
represent the Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander flags, as well as the
Australian landscape. Nyoongar words
about place and family are etched
into the outer facades of the building.
A constellation of the Southern Cross
on the roof of the building signifies the
link between Indigenous Australians
and travelling the land.
Kurongkurl Katijin Units
at ECU
A selection of the following units are
offered every semester.
• ACS1122 Regional Studies: Nyoongar
• ACS2122 Aboriginal Perspectives on
the Environment
• ACS2125 Aboriginal Perspectives
on Schooling
• ACS3133 Aboriginal Communities
• EDF3101 Working with Indigenous
Australian Children, Youth and
their Families
• EDF3201 Teaching Indigenous
Australian Students
• IAS3303 Political Economy of
Indigenous Australia
• IAS3104 Indigenous Peoples and
the West
• IAS3110 Indigenous Australians, Cultural
Competence and Speech Pathology

Kurongkurl Katitjin Building

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 Study Abroad & Exchange
Entry Requirements
Study Abroad Students
You can apply for admission based on
completion of one or more semesters at a
recognised tertiary institution. If you are
from a country where English is not the
official language, you will need to meet
ECU’s English Entry Requirements.
Additional entry conditions may need to
be met for postgraduate level students.
Higher Degrees by Research units are not
available for study abroad students.
Your home university may have a study
abroad representative who can assist with
your application, or otherwise you can
apply directly to ECU or through an ECU
representative. Visit ecu.edu.au/future-
students/applying/find-an-authorised-
agent for more details.
Cottesloe Beach
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Exchange Students
You must be studying at an ECU exchange
partner and be nominated by your home
university to be considered for ECU’s
Student Exchange Program. You must
have completed two semesters of study
as an undergraduate or one semester as
a postgraduate at your home institution
before commencing your exchange
semester(s) at ECU. If you are from a
country where English is not the official
language, you will need to meet ECU’s
English Entry Requirements.
Additional entry conditions may need to
be met for postgraduate level students.
Higher Degrees by Research units are not
available for study abroad students.
Contact the International Office at your
home institution for further information
on how you can be nominated to ECU’s
Student Exchange program.
Undergraduate & Postgraduate
English Requirements
Undergraduate English Postgraduate* English
Requirements Requirements:
• IELTS: 6.0 (no individual band less • IELTS: 6.5 (no individual band less than
than 6.0) 6.0)
• TOEFL iBT: 70 (no individual score less • TOEFL iBT: 84 (with no score below 17)
than 17) • TOEFL: 573 (paper based) including
• TOEFL: 550 (paper based) including TWE of 5.0
TWE of 5 • Pearson English Test: 64 with no score
• GCE O Level: Grade C or better to less than 58
specific countries as detailed in ECU’s
Please note that some of our courses have
English Policy
higher English entry requirements.
• Pearson English Test: 57 with no score
* Additional entry requirements may exist for
less than 50 for IELTS 6.0 courses. 64,
postgraduate level studies.
with no score less than 58 for IELTS
6.5 courses
For a more complete and up to date list,
please see our website.
Please note that some of our courses have
higher English entry requirements.

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 How to apply?
Exchange Student Application Process:
Step 1 – Nomination
Your home university will need to nominate
you via email at enquiries@ecu.edu.au for
the Exchange and Study Abroad Program.
Step 2 – Complete Your Application
Visit www.ecu.edu.au/future-students/
applying to submit your application online.
When applying, please use the appropriate
course code listed below.
Study Abroad course codes:
• X01 – Study Abroad Programme
(Undergraduate)
• X02 – Study Abroad Programme
(Postgraduate)
• X05 – Exchange Studies Undergraduate
• X06 – Exchange Studies Postgraduate
Documents required:
• Official academic documents
(transcripts, etc)
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Student Financial Declaration (Study
Abroad students only)
Step 3 – Offer Letter
Our Admissions Department will issue a
Letter of Offer via email.
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Step 4 – Acceptance of Offer
Follow the instructions on your Letter of
Offer to accept your place with ECU online.
Step 5 – Payment
All required payment listed on your
Letter of Offer should be made,
including Overseas Student Health
Cover* (if applicable) and tuition fees
(Study Abroad students only).
Step 6 – Acceptance
ECU Acceptance Letter, Confirmation
of Enrolment (COE) and Enrolment
Instructions will be sent to you via email.**
Step 7 – Enrolment
Follow the instructions in your Acceptance
Pack to enrol into units/courses online.
* Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC): This is
a compulsory Health Insurance that is required for
the issuing of a Student Visa excluding students
from Sweden and Norway. A government
approved private health insurance provider
currently administers OSHC cover at ECU.
** Visa Information: Please note that the visa
application processes vary from country to
country. For more information or applications,
please contact DIAC via their website
border.gov.au or the Australian Diplomatic
Mission in your country.
Application Deadlines^
To ensure plenty of time to process your
application, please adhere to the following
application deadlines:
Semester 1, 2017
Recommended day to submit a completed
application by – 30 October 2016
Semester 2, 2017
Recommended day to submit a completed
application by – 30 April 2017
^Dates are subject to change and late
applications may be considered.
Important Links
About ECU
Learn all about ECU, its students,
campuses, schools and service centres!
ecu.edu.au/about-ecu/welcome-to-ecu
Arrival Reception Service
Book your Airport arrival transport here!
ecu.edu.au/new-students/
relocating-and-international-students/
arriving/Arrange-Airport-Transport
Study Abroad & Exchange
Want to know more about studying abroad
or on exchange at ECU?
intranet.ecu.edu.au/student/
my-studies/international-students/
study-abroad-and-exchange
ECU Village
Apply for your on-campus accommodation
at our campus locations!
ecuvillage.com.au
ECU Orientation Events
Register for our ECU events during
Orientation Week!
ecu.edu.au/student/orientation/events
OSHC Coverage
Do you have questions regarding your
student health coverage while you’re
in Australia?
www.border.gov.au/Trav/Stud/More/
Health-Insurance-for-Students
CISWA (Council for
International Students of
Western Australia)
Want to find out about all the international
social and cultural student events being
held in Perth?
ciswa.com
TransPerth
Feeling lost? Want to find your way
around Perth?
transperth.wa.gov.au
Edith Cowan College
Do you want to know more about the
English language programs at Edith Cowan
College (ECC)?
edithcowancollege.edu.au

2017 Academic Calendar

Semester 1, 2017 Semester 2, 2017
Orientation 13-24 February Orientation 17-28 July
My International Day – 21 February My International Day – 25 July
Joondalup Joondalup
My International Day – 24 February My International Day – 28 July
Mount Lawley Mount Lawley
Semester Commences 27 February Semester Commences 31 July
Mid Semester Break 10-14 April Mid Semester Break 25-29 September
Study Week 5-9 June Study Week 6-10 November
Exams 12-23 June Exams 13-24 November

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We are very pleased that you are interested in
studying abroad at Edith Cowan University (ECU) in
Perth. Overseas study experiences can have a great
impact on your personal and professional life and
the opportunities for growth are endless. There is no
better way to learn about Australian culture than to
study as a student here. ECU offers a rich educational
experience in a variety of study fields. Perth, located
in Western Australia, boasts some of the world’s best
beaches and scenic countryside.

If you are considering a study abroad or exchange opportunity, we invite you to

contact us so we can tell you more about how ECU can enrich your life and degree.

Contact ECU by Find us at

phone on 134 328
facebook.com/ecujourney
For calls outside Australia
phone (61 8) 6304 0000 twitter.com/edithcowanuni

Email youtube.com/edithcowanuniversity
futurestudy@ecu.edu.au

Visit
ecugetready.com.au/international

GREENING ECU: Edith Cowan University is
committed to reducing the environmental
impact associated with its operations
by conducting its activities in a socially
and environmentally responsible manner.
This includes implementing strategies
and technologies that minimise waste of
resources and demonstrate environmentally
sensitive development, innovation
and continuous improvement.
Every effort has been made to ensure that
the information contained in this publication
is correct at the time of production.
The information is subject to change from
time to time and the University reserves
the right to add, vary or discontinue courses
and impose limitations on enrolment in
any course. The publication constitutes an
expression of intent and is not to be taken as
a firm offer or understanding.

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