Kira composes her own professional music career
Launching a professional music career is way more than being a great performer. Music graduate Kira Gunn understands this well, boldly embarking on a career as a freelance harpist.
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Studying for a degree isn't the only thing you'll do as an ECU student. We also give you advice, experience and tools to make you more employable when you graduate.
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How Breanna engineered a dream career
“You only have one shot at life – start early and always say yes,” says Breanna Cameron, an engineering graduate and business leader whose thirst for knowledge has already reaped rewards.
How Fadzayi's career hacks led to an ethical hacking career
Do you ever look at the careers of some people and ask yourself, "How did they go from working as an X to working somewhere completely different as a Y?" Meet cyber specialist Fadzayi Chiwandire.
Chemistry was the catalyst for Monika's career choice
In the world of science, chemistry is central to everything. Know your chemistry and you know a lot about how the world runs. Just ask chemistry graduate Monika Sostaric.
How Rebecca crafted a sustainable career in marketing
She's now General Manager Marketing at Browne's Dairy, but Rebecca Smith found it difficult to work out what to study in her senior years of high school. Here's how she worked it out.
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Creative thinking leads to sustainable solution for hospitality industry
A team of Australian university students rose to the challenge in an international competition, pitching an innovative water-saving idea to reduce costs and enhance sustainability for hotels.
Engineering students' creative thinking wins climate challenge
Most people now agree that climate change is the greatest challenge facing our planet. Now, more than ever, we need problem-solvers to find greener energy alternatives. Enter the student engineers.
How creative thinking enhanced global music collaboration
Imagine performing with musicians in unison in real-time but with everyone playing their part in a different country. And streaming live over the internet without any delays.
Why staying curious is great advice for any career
Akshat Sharma has always been curious. Now an Application Engineer, he says one of the most valuable lessons he learnt during his STEM studies was the importance of problem-solving and perseverance.
How creative thinking is revolutionising healthcare
Creative thinkers work in all industries, including healthcare, helping us find new ways to improve or maintain human health. And it starts with teaching this important skill to our students.
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Turbocharge your career by working in the US
Thanks to an industry partnership with Arcadian Ambulance, ECU paramedicine students can leap into high-octane work experience and get exposure to international environments and a pathway to work in the US.
Why PhD student internships make great business sense
Imagine tapping into the active mind of a university research candidate. Someone who can't wait to unleash their knowledge and problem-solving skills to help your organisation. It's a thing. And it really works…
Why students are the big winners in this industry partnership
A new collaboration between tech giant IBM and ECU gives uni students a paid internship during their course and a chance to be employed when they graduate.
National award shows calibre of ECU Broadcasting students
ECU Graduate Diploma of Broadcasting student Jess Clancy is putting theory into practice in some of the biggest radio newsrooms in Australia, thanks to a prestigious scholarship win.
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Imagine studying to be a journalist and/or broadcaster and having the opportunity to showcase your work to a wide audience on a commercial network? Before you finish your course? How cool.
Ellwyn's excellent engineering experience
Ellwyn Tovey-Davies' father and grandfather have passed on the family 'engineering gene' to her. No pressure! So how did her first two years as an engineering student go, and did she choose the right university?
Why our future educators love to practice what they're taught
In most professions, you can only learn so much from lectures and textbooks. At some point you've got to put yourself out there to see if you’re actually suited to that profession.
The best facilities for the birth of a midwifery career
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How to design a career you hadn't thought of
Aryana wanted a career where she could pursue creativity, but it had to be practical, valuable and meaningful. So she started with a Design degree and an open mind and is now working at IBM as a UX designer and a business analyst.
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Can you help with Australia's addiction to alcohol and drugs?
Australians use more cocaine per capita than anywhere in the world, but mostly seek treatment for alcohol addiction. It's no wonder qualified counsellors are in strong demand, especially in Western Australia.
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Exercise physiologists aren't the physios that treat your latest sports injury. This is a more holistic role that typically requires a 4-year uni degree. And it's a career in demand.
Help. My child wants to pursue a career in music
If you're a parent, we say relax. If you're 'the child' we say go for it. Music can take you in many directions and your career can be launched from music-related study.
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What employers think about our Speech Pathology graduates
Speech Pathology is a popular course at ECU. Students get hands-on experiences in their first year, then do clinical practicums in professional practices in their third and fourth years.
What employers think about our Teacher Education students
ECU's School of Education are leaders in education and education research in WA and in Australia, producing graduates who are both classroom-ready and world-ready. Employers seem to agree.
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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.
How to get career ready while you study
There's more to preparing for a career than studying a university course and graduating. Job markets are competitive, so you need to become a serious competitor. And it starts in your first year at ECU.
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A postgraduate degree can boost your skills, bridge to a new industry or help you continue to thrive as your career progresses
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Not too many people like to write about themselves, other than perhaps on social media posts. But something you can't avoid if you want to get into the job market is writing your résumé. Here are some tips on how to improve yours.
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Postgraduate students at ECU benefit from research-informed expertise, providing them with the tools, skills and knowledge to boost their career and shape the jobs and industries of the future.