Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University was established in the year 1991, it was named after first Australian woman parliamentarian ‘Edith Cowan’. It has rich history, dating back to 1902, through its forerunner institutions like Claremont Teachers College and Western Australian College of Advanced Education, the university has emerged as a leader in academic impartation. The university operates through three campuses, one each at Joondalup, Mt. Lawley and Bunbury, by 2026, university is aspiring to open an advanced city campus.
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Courses Offered
** Fees mentioned here are approximate and are per year, Unless specified otherwise
Reasons to Choose Edith Cowan University by International Students
The university is located at Perth, a vibrant Australian city, one of the most livable places with friendly, affectionate dwellers and beautiful warm weather. The atmosphere at the campuses is inclusive, its affordable education and helpful students services with scholarship opportunities makes it an ideal academic destination for international students
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Academic Streams offered by the Edith Cowan University
The university offers different programs across the following disciplines
- Arts & Humanities
- Engineering & Technology
- Business & Law
- Medical & Health Sciences
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Teacher’s Education
- Sciences
- Performing Arts
Students Demographics & Acceptance Rate
The university is home to 31,000 students, including 6000 overseas students from 100 nationalities. 75% is the acceptance rate, allowing academic excellence to students with easy accessibility. University’s new City Campus to be inaugurated by the year 2026 will offer state of the art facilities and innovative research resources will redefine educational learning, producing high qualified graduates ready to conquer the job market
Reasons to choose the Edith Cowan University
- The university has maintained its consistency of being one of the best universities in the region for Teaching Quality and Overall Students experience, it assures the best experience for international students.
- Five Star Rating for Teaching Quality is been continuously received by the university since last 27 years, making it a standout institution, demonstrating its commitment to foster immaculate learning environment and world-class education to students
- University was founded in 1991, in spite of being a young university, it has already been placed in world’s top universities under 50 years old, reflecting the academic excellence and rapidly rising as world-class institution with impactful education
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Scholarships at the Edith Cowan University
Western Australian Premier’s University Scholarship
An one-time payment of AUD 50,000 along with full tuition fee waiver for remaining course duration is offered to international onshore students particularly from India, China and Malaysia and other countries. This scholarship is applicable to international onshore students enrolling for Semes 1 2025 intake in postgraduate research only. The students should not have any other university, state or commonwealth scholarship and must not be enrolled through pathway programs.
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Application starts from August 1st 2024 and ends on November 29th 2024, students who have above mentioned eligibility can apply through university’s online scholarship application portal.
Western Australian Premier’s WACE Bursary
This bursary of AUD 20,000 is offered to international students to cover living, traveling and academic expenses. For eligibility, international students must complete Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) through an approved off-shore school within 24 months or should be in process for completion. They must also accept full-time on-shore undergraduate program or pathway programs for 2024 or 2025 intake, applications for this bursary is accepted through continuous ongoing basis, however, deadline is August 5th 2025. It can be applied through SmartyGrants portal
2025 International Undergraduate Scholarship
A 20% reduction on entire undergraduate course tuition fee is offered to international students from eligible countries like Bangladesh, Malaysia and Sri Lanka. Students must enroll for full-time undergraduate courses on-shore for semester 1 2025 to qualify for this scholarship. Nursing, Education and Music courses are not eligible for this scholarship, starting date for applications is 5th August 2024 and end date is 7th March 2025. Students will directly assessed for this scholarship during enrollment procedure by the university
2025 International Master’s Scholarship
A 20% reduction on entire eligible masters course tuition fee is offered to international students from eligible countries like India, Indonesia and Vietnam. Students must enroll for full-time eligible masters courses on-shore for semester 1 2025 to qualify for this scholarship. Nursing and Cybercrime studies courses are not eligible for this scholarship, starting date for applications is 5th August 2024 and end date is 7th March 2025. Students will directly assessed for this scholarship during enrollment procedure by the university
Procedure for Applying to Scholarships
Some of the scholarships offered by the university don’t require any separate application like International Undergraduate Scholarship and International Masters Scholarship, university will check the eligibility during course enrollments. However, few other scholarships like Western Australian Premier’s University Scholarship and WACE Bursary requires separate application to be submitted via specified portals of University Online Scholarship Application and SmartyGrants portal. Students are advised to maintain good academic record along with satisfying other eligibilities as specified by the scholarship. They also commit themselves to full-time course pursuance and other required visa procedures.
Placements & Internships Opportunities at the Edith Cowan University
For International Students Placements
International students gets placements according to the course curriculum, however, they must ensure that the visa has compliance of condition 8105, defining the cap of 48 hours work permit in a fortnight. Placements which are mandatory and comes under the purview of CRICOS are excluded from the restrictions. Students pursuing masters and doctoral degrees get unlimited work hours after completion of degree. Students must check the visa eligibility for work permits through Department of Home Affairs, as elective and duration specified placements can be counted under 48 hours work permit restrictions
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Health Discipline International Placements
University offers yearly international placements to students pursuing Nursing and Midwifery courses. These overseas placements provides real-time experience to students at healthcare set-ups in countries like Vietnam, Tonga, Philippines and India. Students will get clinical rotations and community health programs for enriching experience. Students at stage 4 or 5 of the course can apply for placements that are opening in February 2025. These placements will make students pursuing Nursing and Midwifery ready for global perspective
International Placements & Study Tours
University offers international placements and study tours for students in various disciplines. It includes clinical practice, research collaborations, performances and competitions. Students get the opportunity of enriching experience at countries like Nepal, Bhutan and Cambodia. Students can seek funding of these programs via government grants like New Colombo Plan, Endeavor Mobility Plan and they can also apply for OS Help plans.
Campus Internships & Industry Collaborations
The university prioritize industry links to facilitate valuable internships for students, most of the courses have Work Integrated Learning, allowing students to work on projects with industries. Business, Law, Engineering and Arts & Humanities schools have industry tie-ups that prepares students for professional transition from academia
Employment Opportunities Via Career Services
The career services team provides students with part-time jobs, internships and graduate roles, they also assist in CV enhancements, interview preparation and job listings. Moreover, university’s strategic partnership with various industries help students to thrive professionally
Benefits of University’s Placement Programs
- It help students to gain valuable on-site experience
- It provides global exposure through International placements and study tours
- The industry partnership allows students to build a strong network
- Students acquire relevant skills as per global job market
Students Services offered by the Edith Cowan University
Student Success Support
A dedicated Students Success team at the university help students to transit into academic life with achieving potential. The services offered by the team, academic support, health and well-being and resources to overcome personal hardships. Students are also guided in settling in Australia, enrollment procedure and visa guidelines. The Students Hub located in all campuses is the focal point for accessing various services like academic guidance, enrollment procedure and other support services. It is open on all weekdays, students can walk-in for assistance
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Psychological Counseling Support
University provides free and confidential counseling sessions to students with psychological problems, expert counselors will offer valuable advice to students struggling with anxiety, stress, homesickness and academic anxieties. Students must take an appointment for triage, phone and text services are also provided, appointments can be taken at the campus
Health Services
University provides health services to students at affordable cost, general practitioner and nursing services are available to students and staff. Joondalup and Mt. Lawley campuses offers both psychological and physical health services, students can also seek local medical centers for healthcare needs. A prior appointment is necessary to seek these services, all students irrespective of backgrounds are offered these services
Inclusion & Access Support
The inclusion & access team at the campuses ensures that students with disabilities, medical conditions and mental health issues gets access to all academic resources, the team offer Learning Access Plans (LAP) for these students. The services offered are
- Alternative examination and assessment conditions
- Captions, Note-taking and technology assistance
- Guidance in overcoming challenges to study
- Prior appointment via phone or through online is available
Financial & Accommodational Support
Financial support to students facing hardships are offered by the university, it offers help in managing finance, scholarship advice and other emergency funds eligibility, accommodational information can be accessed through campus office for on-campus and outside residences
Career & Employability Support
The career and employability team at the university ensures that students develop required professional skills with access to employment opportunities, the services offered are
- Job search guidance and access to job listings
- CV enhancements and interview preparations
- Providing internships and work integrated learning programs
- Workshops and personalized sessions are also offered to students to excel in professional endeavors
Well-Being & Community Support
The well-being precinct at the university provides students with ‘Living Rooms’ for relaxing, socializing and to access peer support, university tries to create a well balanced amicable community, assuring each student get equal support and value
Student Life at the Edith Cowan University
Clubs & Societies
University fosters various kinds of clubs and societies at the campuses, these clubs and societies are of varied range like academic, cultural, sports and hobby based, students can join them to make the most of the campus life and simultaneously making friends, meeting new people for enriching campus life
Events & Recreational Activities
- University frequently hosts varied range of recreational activities and fun-filled events, it includes
- Social events like Christmas Barbeque, annual meeting of students community, allowing students to unwind and have fun
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- Annual meeting on well-being ensures students focus on mental health and community engagements
- All seasonal celebrations like Christmas, New Year eve are celebrated with fervor, students staying at the campus enjoy and have great time during these celebrations
- The updates for upcoming events are provided by website of students guild and social media apps
Students Guild
- The university’s students guild plays a vital role in enhancing the campus life, it offers
- All required support is offered to students pertaining to academic, financial, grievances and legal matters
- Financial Support and offering food support to needy students
- Volunteering opportunities, other initiatives and active participation in governing activities are offered to students
- All registered students at the university have the membership of the guild
Well-Being & Social Spaces
The well-being precinct at the university provides students with ‘Living Rooms’ for relaxing, socializing and to access peer support, university tries to create a well balanced amicable community, assuring each student get equal support and value
Transition to University & Career Services
Students Life Directorate support the student transition to campus life and career prospects through workshops, personalized sessions and career-centric events. Students get guidance in academic success, employment and other activities
Thriving Students Community
University offers a engaging academic life to students through various initiatives like clubs, events and other services. University’s commitment to inclusivity, well-being and community ensures that each and every student get an enriching experience during campus life.
Entry Requirements for the Edith Cowan University
For Undergraduate Courses
- Applicants must complete secondary school that matches the requirements of the university
- Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma from a recognized Australian institution are accepted for relevant bachelor’s programs
- For English language requirements, applicants must have the following scores
- IELTS Academic – 6.0 overall and 6.0 in each component
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- TOEFL (Paper Based) – 550 minimum score with at least 05 in test of written English
- PTE Academic – 52 overall score with 52 in all sections
- Cambridge English (CAE) – 169 overall and 169 in all bands
- WAUFP, IB Diploma and recognized high school programs
- Students failing to achieve these conditions can opt for pathway programs through partnered institutions, they may offer English improvement sessions
For Postgraduate Courses
- Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent or alternatively five years of experience in the relevant field as per the chosen course
- For English language requirements, applicants must have the following scores
- IELTS Academic – 6.5 overall and 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL (Paper Based) – 573 minimum score with at least 5.0 in test of written English
- PTE Academic – 58 overall score with 50 in all sections
- Cambridge English (CAE) – 176 overall and 169 in all bands
- There may be few visa restrictions for masters students, it is advised to seek guidance from the university admission team
Rankings & Recognition of Edith Cowan University
Good University Guide
- University has 5 star ratings for Undergraduate Teaching Quality for 17 consecutive years
- 5 star ratings for undergraduate programs in the segments of teaching quality, students support, skill development and learning resources
- Top rated university of the region in all segments
- 1st rank in Australia to postgraduate programs for learning resources
- 5 star ratings for teaching quality, students support, skill development and overall experience
The Times Higher Education Rankings
- University was positioned in the top 400 universities worldwide for excelling in different segments in 2024
- Placed in top 100 young universities under 50 years old by Young University Rankings 2024
QS World University Rankings by Subjects
- Nursing – placed in top 100 universities
- Sports Subjects – 6th rank in Australia and 30th rank globally
- Performing Arts – 2nd rank in Australia, placed in top 100 universities worldwide
- Education – in the range of 252-300 universities worldwide
- Petroleum Engineering – ranked in top 150 universities globally
- Business & Management – debuted in the range of 501-550 worldwide
QILT Students Experience Survey
- Top public university in Australia for undergraduate programs in the segments of students support, skill development and overall experience
- Top university in Australia for postgraduate programs in the segments of skill development and overall experience, secured second position for teaching quality, students support and learning resources
Australian Financial Review, Best Universities Top 10
University ranked at 6th rank in the first ranking by the agency and only western Australian university in the list, the ranking was based on
- Students Satisfaction
- Global Reputation
- Career Impact
- Equity & Access
- Research Performance
Graduate Employability & Outcomes
- 93% of graduates of the university finds an employment within three years of completion surpassing national average
- 8% graduates of the university have managerial roles, reflecting the university dedication for employability enhancement
- AUD 86,900 is the average salary earned by the university’s graduates, highest in the region
Why Rankings are Important
The above mentioned rankings and recognition reflects the dedication of the university, it offers academic excellence, immaculate students services with unique pathway programs, making it an ideal institution for impactful and strong academic impartation
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