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Location : Australia ,Western Australia
Overall Rating :
Located in Western Australia, ECU’s industry-relevant teaching and research, supportive study environment and award‑winning facilities have been recognised with five-star ratings for teaching quality eight years in a row in the Good Universities Guide (2010-2017).ECU has been ranked in the world’s top 150 universities under 50 years old in the 2017 Young Universities Rankings (formerly known as the Times Higher Education 150 under 50).
Why get ready at ECU?
At 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. But if that isn’t enough, here are a few more reasons why you should choose ECU.
- Industry Links: Many of our courses offer direct links with industry and organisations, which means our students get hands-on experience while they are studying.
- Learn from the Best :Our high calibre staff have extensive experience as researchers, teachers, advisers or consultants and have significant professional experience in their field.
- Practical Learning: We offer learning that extends beyond the classroom via practicum, work integrated learning, and internships.
- Internationally Recognised :ECU qualifications are recognised worldwide, with many graduates gaining employment in varying capacities in Australia and overseas.
- Flexibility :Through a variety of academic and English entry pathways, we enable people from all backgrounds to enrich their lives and their communities through education.
- Choices: We offer a diverse range of courses, majors, minors and electives. In addition, we offer a variety of double degrees, which enable you to consider a diverse range of careers, in just four to six years of full‑time study (depending on the double degree combination you choose).
- Safe Campuses
- •Security service (24/7)
•Well-lit pathways
•Emergency phones
•Night security escort
- •Security service (24/7)
- Outstanding Facilities : We are known for our award-winning facilities and are at the forefront of providing innovative education and training solutions.
- Supportive Learning Environment : 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.
- Top Rated Research School: According to the 2016 International Student Barometer, ECU’s Graduate Research School has been ranked among the top three in Australia each year since 2011 with satisfaction of 95% or higher.
Rankings
Here is a snapshot of recent university rankings, both nationally and internationally.
Most Satisfied Students :ECU has been ranked the top public university in Australia for most satisfied students in the 2017 QILT (Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching) survey. Results showed 86.1% were satisfied with their educational experience at ECU. We were also the top Western Australia public university for teaching quality, support, resources and skills development.
Times Higher Education :ECU has been named in the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings for 2017. Recognising the world’s 200 best universities less than 50 years of age, the rankings are a global showcase of a new breed of university. They focus on performance indicators such as research, teaching excellence, international outlook and innovation, and highlight universities that are developing at an exceptional rate.
Five-Star Teaching Quality: ECU graduates have given us a 5-star rating for teaching quality for the eighth year in a row (2010 to 2017) in the 2017 Good Universities Guide. No other public university in Western Australia – and very few across Australia – have achieved such a consistently high endorsement for teaching quality. The 2017 edition of the Guide also shows ECU graduates continue to enjoy a five-star rating for starting salaries, for the third year in a row.
2017 U-Multirank :In the latest university rankings, ECU received 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.
Courses
Admission
Undergraduate Minimum Requirements
There are minimum admission requirements to enter ECU courses. You must meet these in addition to meeting any prerequisites and/or special admission requirements for the course for which you intend to apply.
English Minimum Requirements
Academic IELTS: 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)
TOEFL iBT: 70 (no individual score less than 17)
GCE O Level: Grade C or better from specific countries as detailed in ECU’s English Policy
GCE A Level: Grade E or better from specific countries as detailed in ECU’s English Policy
Pearson Test of English (PTE): 57 with no score less than 50 for IELTS 6.0 courses. 64, with no score less than 58 for IELTS 6.5 courses.
OET: A minimum score of B in each of the four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing).
Please note that some of our courses have higher English entry requirements, these include:
• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Studies)
•Bachelor of Education (Primary)
•Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
•Bachelor of Science (Nursing)
•Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy)
•Bachelor of Speech Pathology
Academic Requirements
There are various ways to meet our admission requirements, such as:
•Secondary school results
•Successful completion of one year of tertiarystudy from a recognised institution
•Completed Diploma program from a recognised institution.
Secondary schools minimum requirements
There are minimum requirements for secondary school results, which can change depending on the country where you completed secondary schooling. Some courses have higher than standard entry or are individually assessed, so this information should be used as a guideline for most, but not all, courses.
Course specific entry requirements
• Standard Entry: Courses with an indicative ATAR of 70
• Higher Entry: Courses with an indicative ATAR 71 – 80
• Assessed on a case-by-case basis: courses with an indicative ATAR greater than 80.
Postgraduate Minimum Requirements
There are minimum admission requirements to enter ECU courses. You must meet these in addition to meeting any prerequisites and/or special admission requirements for the course for which you intend to apply.
English Minimum Requirements
You must meet the following English requirements to get into ECU’s postgraduate courses:
Academic IELTS: 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0)
TOEFL iBT: 84 (with no score below 17)
Pearson Test of English (PTE): 64 with no score less than 58
OET: A minimum score of B in each of the four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing).
Please note that some of our courses have higher English entry requirements, these include:
• Graduate Certificate of Education inEducation Leadership
• Graduate Diploma of Education(Early Childhood Studies)
• Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary)
• Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary)
• Master of Education
• Master of Education by Research
• Master of Midwifery (Research)
• Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry)
• Master of Nursing (Research)
• Master of Nutrition and Dietetics
• Master of Psychology
Academic Requirements
Minimum admission requirements for our postgraduate courses can include:
• Previous university studies
• Professional experience
However, some courses have additional academic entry requirements, so refer to the course for more detail.
Accommodation
At ECU, we have excellent on-campus accommodation on all three of our campuses. Our multi-million dollar development at the Joondalup Campus 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 our accommodation on the Joondalup, Mount Lawley and Bunbury campuses. No matter which campus you are on, you will enjoy an exciting residential life program and a vibrant student community, all located minutes from the University’s main facilities. Apartments are fully furnished with private bedrooms, large kitchens and spacious lounge areas, so you will have plenty of space to hang out with friends and flatmates. Due to the high demand for on-campus accommodation, we recommend that you visit mystudentvillage.com/au/ecuvillage and make your online application early. Please note that a minimum stay applies.
Right from the time you check in, you’ll find fantastic opportunities to make friends and experience all that university life has to offer. Our Residential Life program
is our pride and joy, with events designed to help students live, learn and grow.
‣‣ Live: With themed parties, movie nights and sporting competitions.
‣‣ Learn: With group and individual study spaces, lessons on exam techniques and essay writing.
‣‣ Grow: With multicultural food festivals, cooking classes and résumé writing workshops.
Cost
The cost includes fully furnished apartments and access to amenities; plus proximity to ECU’s campus saves you money on transportation and internet fees.
Single room from: $229 / week*
Multi bed apartment : (six bedrooms) from: $185 / week*
* Prices are in Australian Dollars, vary depending on campus, and are subject to change.
Off-Campus Accommodation
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 cost varies depending on the size, condition and location. Private accommodation is either rented furnished or unfurnished.
Homestay
You can also choose to live in a private home with an Australian family. The chance to be involved in daily life, the learning of our culture and customs, plus the
added advantage of having the company of other people are just some of the reasons Homestay is popular.
Off-Campus Support
If you want to live off-campus, CLV will still be there to help you! Indeed, CLV hosts an online list of off-campus accommodation options close to each campus.
Scholarships
Currently there are no scholarships available.
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