ECU operates three campuses: Joondalup and Mount Lawley in metropolitan Perth, and a regional campus in Bunbury, 200 km south of Perth. The Joondalup campus, the university’s headquarters, features modern facilities like a sport and fitness center, library, microbrewery, and on-campus accommodation, located near the Joondalup train line. Mount Lawley, close to Perth’s CBD, houses the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), a globally recognized arts training institution. The Bunbury South West campus supports regional education, particularly in nursing and health sciences, with recent investments in rural clinical placements. ECU City, a new campus set to open in Perth’s CBD in 2026, will focus on creative industries and business, enhancing the university’s urban presence.
The university offers over 250 courses across eight schools: Arts & Humanities, Business & Law, Education, Engineering, Medical & Health Sciences, Nursing & Midwifery, Science, and WAAPA. Notable programs include Australia’s largest undergraduate nursing program, a leading cybersecurity education center, and teacher education with over 100 years of history. ECU’s courses emphasize hands-on learning through practicums, internships, and industry collaborations, ensuring graduates are world-ready. The university is also a research leader, focusing on areas like healthcare, cybersecurity, and environmental sustainability, with initiatives like the IGNIS project with NASA engaging students in real-world research.
ECU’s commitment to inclusion and equity, inspired by Edith Cowan’s advocacy for education and social justice, is evident in its diverse student body and support systems. The university offers scholarships, such as the Inspiring Minds program, and pathways like portfolio entry to make education accessible. ECU’s Kurongkurl Katitjin Centre supports Indigenous education, and the university is a member of the Athena SWAN Charter for gender equality. With a vibrant student life, including the ECU Student Guild, clubs, and events like Open Days, ECU fosters a supportive community. Its global reach includes a campus in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and partnerships with institutions worldwide.
