ECU is at the centre of education and health in WA's amazing South West region. We also have strong links with the surrounding community, including key employers. Here, you'll enjoy smaller class sizes and huge support in any of our popular courses.
As an ECU undergraduate, you can expect the best overall student experience of any of the 38 public universities in Australia. More about QILT.
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!
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.
If you decide to study your course online or the course requires you to do so, you can still use the excellent facilities on campus at ECU South West.
Take advantage of our campus support services and do some socialising away from home. If you can't get to Bunbury, consider one of our Regional Learning Hubs in Busselton, Collie or Mandurah if that works for you.
The hubs give you the opportunity to meet other students, get help with assignments, receive technical support or talk to staff about your studies.
The University Department of Rural Health South West has been established to increase multidisciplinary health training and learning opportunities within community organisations in rural areas in and around the South West.
As a participant in the program, you’ll have access to support services to facilitate your clinical placements across the regions. This includes accommodation and travel allowances, as well as networking opportunities.
The UDRH (SW) also offers interdisciplinary activities in allied health, nursing and midwifery.
ECU is at the centre of education and health in the South West. Sharing a precinct with South West Regional TAFE, Manea Senior College, the Rural Clinical School, South West Aboriginal Medical Service, Bunbury Regional Hospital and St John of God Hospital.
Our strong links with the surrounding South West community helps us provide our students with invaluable industry placement opportunities and the practical 'hands on' skills that we’re known for.
To help you find a course to match your career aspirations, we've grouped broad areas of work into eight study areas. Each study area has disciplines you can explore to find your course.
Scholarships recognise students whose life journey may have been challenging, as well as people who've shown outstanding academic excellence and endeavour.
We have student accommodation on campus at ECU South West.
Living on campus has many benefits, including meeting new friends, enjoying group activities like a BBQ or the pool and not getting stuck in traffic.
You’ll never be late for a lecture again!
Shops and sport and recreation facilities are also within walking distance of the village or easily accessible by public transport.
ECU South West student Sharna Allan hadn't considered a career in nursing until she observed the important role of a midwife during a family pregnancy.
Watch Sharna's story.
Our future student events include a mix of on-campus and online sessions designed to help you decide what to study at ECU.
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Experience South West at ECU.
Scholarships recognise those whose life journey may have been challenging, as well as students who've shown outstanding academic excellence and endeavour.
A scholarship can help you realise your ambitions by paying for fees, text books and living expenses.
I wanted a career that was challenging and one I could take anywhere in the world
I had been out of school for a long time but UniPrep provided me with the skills needed to write essays, research and manage my time effectively.
ECU's flexible study options and the supportive atmosphere at the South West Campus has also helped me fit in study around being a mum and business owner.
My work placement at AMD Chartered Accountants will help me prepare for my future career
I already had a strong finance background and wanted to extend my knowledge. ECU's South West Campus has allowed me to pursue studies while still living in Bunbury. The ongoing support from lecturers has been phenomenal and I’ve made friends for life.
This course has given me so much hope for the future.
Being introduced to different pathways of possible work through guest lectures, online meetings with past graduates and field trips, plus help finding work experience was all valuable. My work experience opportunities as an Environmental Vacation Student, and later as a part-time Environmental Technician at Alcoa, led me to securing a three-year graduate environmental scientist position there, a great outcome for me. This course has given me so much hope for the future.
Things you should know about if you're thinking about studying here.
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.
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 for a course is a fairly simple process, especially if you have scanned copies of qualifications, your resume or other paperwork, ready to upload.
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.