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2020 Study Abroad Guide - The guide for students who want to experience Australia. World Ready
WELCOME
TO ECU -
It was a big step to choose to
come all the way to Perth to study,
but I have not looked back.
Studying at ECU has rewired my outlook on possibilities
in life – both professional and personal. I love how
ECU units are hands-on, giving valuable real-life skills.
That, combined with ECU’s modern campus, teaching
quality and staff support, have made my studies at
ECU both smooth and enjoyable. Perth is an amazing
place to live in and if you ask me, the coastline of
Western Australia is the most spectacular in the world!
I highly recommend combining your studies at ECU
with travels in this amazing region.
Anna Fröderberg
Sweden
ECU Student Ambassador –
School of Business and Law
CONTENTS
Welcome to ECU 2
Living in Perth 3
Perth & Western Australia – Top 10 Experiences 4-5
Hear from our Students 6
ECU at a Glance 7
ECU Campuses 8
ECU Facilities 9
Study Areas 10
Choosing your Units 11
Undergraduate Units 12-15
Postgraduate Units 16
Student Accommodation 17
Frequently Asked Questions 18
Your Journey to ECU 19
Important Dates in 2020 19
2
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Living in
Perth PERTH Perth: Gateway
to the world!
Bali 3 hrs 30 min
Sydney 4 hrs 10 min
Singapore 5 hrs 25 min
Kuala Lumpur 5 hrs 45 min
Bangkok 7 hrs
Dubai 11 hrs
London 16 hrs 30 min
YEAR-ROUND Perth is one of the
OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE world’s healthiest
Perth is renowned for its year-round outdoor lifestyle. and sunniest cities! 1
Consistently ranked as one of the most liveable cities in Perth enjoys the most days of sunshine of all of Australia’s
the world, it boasts a Mediterranean climate and some major cities! The mild climate, endless blue skies, fresh air and
of the most iconic beaches in Australia. A city of two brilliant white beaches are hard to beat! Even in winter, Perth
million people, Perth offers big city attractions combined enjoys plenty of warm sunshine.
with small town friendliness.
Free bus network
Perth’s CAT (Central Area Transit) bus network in the Perth is the best value captial
Perth city centre, Fremantle and around ECU’s main city in Australia 2
campus in Joondalup is fast, convenient and free. According to the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Worldwide
International students receive 40%-45% discount on all Cost of Living Survey in 2017, Perth is the least expensive
other local transport in Perth. capital city in Australia.
The survey, which included 133 cities worldwide, measured
the costs of over 400 items, including accommodation, food,
transport and entertainment.
Student jobs
Earn pocket money and gain work experience whilst in Perth!
International students on a Student Visa are allowed to work
part-time, up to 40 hours per fortnight. The minimum wage is
currently AUD $18.93 per hour, and most international students
work in hospitality, retail and administration roles in Perth.
1 Spotahome, Healthiest Cities Index (Accessed 19 September 2018). 2 Prepared by StudyPerth from The Economist Global Liveability Ranking, London. Aug
2017 and The Economist Intelligence Unit, Worldwide Cost of Living Survey, 2019.
3
PERTH & WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Top 10 Experiences
City beaches
Perth boasts some of Australia’s trademark beaches within a short distance from
the city centre. Picture-perfect Cottesloe Beach, for example, is just 15 minutes’
train ride away. Perth is the only major Australian city with sunsets over the ocean!
*
Rottnest Island Margaret River
Perth’s favourite playground and weekend getaway, also known Australia’s premium wine region is also home to some of the
as Rotto, is only 1.5 hours from Elizabeth Quay or just 30 minutes most spectacular white-sand beaches in the world. Only three
from Fremantle by ferry. The best way to see the island is by hours south of Perth, Margaret River makes an ideal weekend
hiring a bike. Explore some of the 63 pristine beaches – and don’t trip destination. For that Instagram-perfect sunset photo, head
forget a selfie with Rotto’s most famous resident: the quokka. to Sugarloaf Rock.
4
*
The Pinnacles
A moon-like desert three hours north of Perth, the Pinnacles are truly otherworldly. The stunning limestone formations
are best viewed and captured at sunset. Make sure to visit nearby Cervantes to try their famous seafood.
* * *
Fringe World Festival Cycling in Perth Fremantle
Fringe is the annual highlight of Perth’s Perth has arguably some of the best Historic Fremantle is a lively port
summer events calendar. This six-week long cycling tracks in the world, with routes city only half an hour from Perth.
festival sets Perth on fire every January and along the river, beaches and parks. Famous for its unique architecture,
February, with parks and squares turning One of our favourites is the loop from markets and mouth‑watering gelato,
into entertainment zones filled with comedy, Elizabeth Quay to East Perth and Fremantle makes a great short trip
cabaret, circuses and much more. South Perth foreshore. any time of the day!
* *
Kings Park Ningaloo Reef Outdoor cinemas
One of the largest inner-city parks in White-sand beaches, aquarium-like Perth’s balmy summer evenings are
the world, Kings Park is an urban oasis waters and an impressive array of marine ideal for an evening at the outdoor
overlooking the Perth city skyline. life makes the World Heritage-listed cinema. There are several open
This is one the best picnic spots in town! Ningaloo Marine Park a trip to remember. air options, including one on ECU’s
Ningaloo is great anytime of the year – Joondalup Campus!
many head there between March and
August for the whale shark season.
* Images courtesy of Tourism Western Australia 5
Hear from
our students
Mario Conradt SASKIA MÜHLMANN David Vikman
Germany DENMARK Sweden
Favourite thing about Perth/WA Favourite thing about Perth/WA Favourite thing about Perth/WA
The nature in WA is spectacular. From day one I was impressed how Perth is stuffed with cozy cafes and
Snorkelling among giant mantra rays in friendly people in Perth are. The locals bars with a lot of fantastic gigs by local
Ningaloo Reef was a dream come true! are laid-back and helpful, and I found bands for a great night out!
it really easy to make friends
Favourite thing about ECU Favourite thing about ECU
From day one everyone was super Favourite thing about ECU The knowledge the lecturers possess
welcoming and friendly. I particularly Despite ECU being quite a large is remarkable! I kept making notes on
loved the vibe at ECU Student Village university, I never felt like “just another everything that they say because I know
where I lived – it was like a family away student”. The service is personalised and I’ll find a use for their expertise further
from home. supportive which was important, being down the line.
away from home.
Tips for future students at ECU Tips for future students at ECU
Don’t miss the opportunity to go on an Tips for future students at ECU Plan a weekend down south to Margaret
adventure to explore WA. A road trip in Don’t be afraid to talk to as many people River with classmates, or a day trip by
this diverse and stunning region is an as possible. I lived in a share‑house with yourself to Rottnest island - I promise
incredible experience! three Australians – I learnt so much about that you will have a blast! Just remember
the culture, and my English improved heaps. to stay hydrated.
Margie Moya Ripe Therese Hansen Lia Guthrie
Colombia Norway The United States
Favourite thing about Perth/WA Favourite thing about Perth/WA Favourite thing about Perth/WA
Perth’s beaches with crystal-clear I love how Perth has a big city feeling I went on a camping trip to Esperance,
water are stunning – and so are the without being crowded. which had the whitest sand and bluest
amazing sunsets! water I have ever seen!
Favourite thing about ECU
Favourite thing about ECU ECU had a great choice of electives! Favourite thing about ECU
ECU has a lot of the activities to integrate I almost struggled to choose my units ECU’s got so much diversity! During
students. This also gave me an opportunity from all the awesome choices. The quality one of my classes we had a session
to meet people from all over the world. of teaching and facilities was top-notch. on cultural awareness. It helped to
understand other cultures more, and also
Tips for future students at ECU Tips for future students at ECU
to learn about your own culture.
Study hard, but don’t forgot to find a Open up and learn from people
balance between studies and leisure. around you – this really develops you Tips for future students at ECU
Perth’s outdoor activities are the best as a person and gives you a career Meet with the academics in the
source of energy! advantage later in the life. beginning to introduce yourself and to
ask any questions – everyone was super
helpful to me!
6
Ecu
at a Glance
30,000+ students AUD $62,600
median annual salary of ECU
graduates, above national
average (2018 QILT)
81% 16% 3%
AUD $139 million
Domestic (local) International International Cyber Security Cooperative
students students students studying Research Centre in which ECU is
outside Australia a lead partner
AUD $27 million
research revenue generated by
approx. 500 research staff per year
AUD $5,025
100+ Starting price for a
Study Abroad semester
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
COUNTRIES OF ORIGIN
1,800 250+ 140K+ 7,000+
Staff Courses available ECU Alumni globally Postgraduate coursework
and research students
8 teaching and research schools
Arts & Business Engineering Medical Nursing & Science Teacher Western
Humanities & Law & Technology & Health Midwifery Education Australian
Sciences Academy of
Performing Arts
7
ECU
campuses
We are located over three
campuses in beautiful
Western Australia.
All of our campuses can Butler
be accessed conveniently
via public transport. N
Joondalup Campus
ECU’s spacious and modern main campus is in
Joondalup, 25km north of Perth. Joondalup is
a busy neighbourhood and home of Lakeside Lakeside
Joondalup Shopping Centre, the largest Joondalup
shopping centre in Western Australia. ECU is
connected to train station and other key places Joondalup
by free CAT bus network. Caversham
Wildlife Park
25 ECU Joondalup Campus Swan
mins from Perth city by train Mount
Valley
Lawley
Mount Lawley
Perth City Centre Café Strip
Perth Airport
Mount Lawley Campus Fremantle
Rottnest Is. Perth Zoo
ECU’s boutique campus is located in the thriving
cultural hub of Mount Lawley 4.5 km from the
centre of Perth. Offering courses in creative arts,
media, communications, design and performing
Elizabeth
arts, this campus offers an inspiring and buzzing
artistic vibe.
Quay
15 ECU Mount Lawley Campus
mins from Perth city by bus
South West (Bunbury) Campus
Located two hours’ drive south of Perth, ECU’s South
West Campus in Bunbury is the largest university campus
in regional Western Australia. Offerings are provided
in commerce, science, health sciences, nursing and
midwifery, social work and teacher education.
2 ECU South West Campus from Mandurah
hours Perth city by car
ECU Campus locations
Train stations
Train lines
To South
West Campus
(Bunbury)
8
ECU
Facilities
With state-of-the-art campus facilities that are linked direct to
industry, ECU will help you find that competitive edge and become
world ready. Here are some of the highlights.
Spiegeltent – Mount Lawley Campus SMART Lab – Joondalup Campus
Structual Engineering Lab - Nursing Demonstration Ward – Animation Drawing Studio –
Joondalup Campus Joondalup Campus Mount Lawley Campus
Student Hub – Joondalup Campus
9
Study
Areas
Arts & Humanities Nursing
A wide range of subjects in the arts, Nursing at ECU offers state‑of‑the‑art
design, media and communications, health and wellness facilities, including
psychology, criminology, and the demonstration and clinical practice wards
social sciences. and health simulations. Study Abroad
Nursing students can choose industry
placement as part of their studies.
Business Science
ECU Business School offers latest ECU offers a range of courses in the areas
industry‑developed software. Business of science and computing and security
and hospitality subjects are the and is also the home of Australian Cyber
most popular among Study Abroad Security Research Centre.
semester students.
Engineering & Teacher Education
Technology ECU has been at the forefront of teacher
One of the fastest growing Engineering education for over 100 years. Our
Schools in Australia, ECU’s School of experienced academic team are world
Engineering offers modern labs with leaders in tertiary teaching in the area
the latest technology. of teacher education and strive to find
better ways to prepare quality teachers.
Medical & Health Western Australian
Sciences Academy of
Medical and Health Sciences contains Performing Arts
exciting and diverse areas of study The Western Australian Academy of
and some of ECU’s world-leading Performing Arts (WAAPA) at ECU is one
research teams. Courses include of the world’s leading performing arts
sports science, rehabilitation, medical academies, providing the most extensive
science, occupational therapy, sports range of performing arts training in Australia
science & football and much more. – both on stage and behind the scenes.
10STUDY ABROAD AT
Choosing GREAT VALUE!
2020 Study Abroad Semester Fees:
Your Units 45 credit points AUD $5,025 60 credit points AUD $6,700
ECU has HUNDREDS of units (Aussie lingo for “subjects”) to
choose from as part of your Study Abroad program. Unsure
where to start? We have you covered.
The undergraduate units in the following pages, unless We recommend that you grab a highlighter, then select the
otherwise stated, are 15 credit points, and the vast majority units that match your interest. Just keep in mind units are
of them don’t have prerequisites. We have also listed a small subject to availability. For example, you may be eligible for
selection of Postgraduate units, which are 20 credit points a unit when you apply, but classes do fill up! So as soon as
unless otherwise stated. you get your offer, please accept and enrol.
If you are wondering whether ECU offers other units, the If you have questions about Study Abroad, including unit
answer is yes. We have hundreds to choose from. You can selection and the application, feel free to contact the
search online via the ECU Handbook. Just note, the price may International Office for support: international.office@ecu.edu.au
vary for some other units, so check in with us or visit the Fees
Calculator https://apps.ecu.edu.au/fees-calculator/
Study Abroad Application Checklist
STEP 1 STEP 2
Choose your units Chat to your home university
ECU has hundreds to choose from. To make your choice If you are seeking credit towards your degree back home,
easier you have some options. Check out our suggestions chat with your university about the ECU units you plan
in this brochure for some exciting unit offerings; head to our to nominate. They can tell you if they will give you credit.
online Handbook to search by keyword; speak to an ECU If you are not currently studying, no worries! You are still
representative agent in your country; or contact the ECU eligible to apply for Study Abroad.
International Office. ecu.edu.au/handbook
STEP 3 STEP 4
Start your application online Submit your application
There are two course codes to choose from: X01 Study Make sure you have added the units you plan to study
Abroad Programme (Undergraduate) and X02 Study because ECU will assess you for any pre-requisites
Abroad Programme (Postgraduate). Simply select the during your application. This will save you significant
program that applies to the level you wish to study. time later on, so please include your unit selection.
ecu.edu.au/future-students/applying
STEP 5 STEP 6
Accept your offer Enrol in your units
You can do this via the Virtual Information Pack (VIP). It is best to do this before you reach Australia, as classes fill
Please review your offer letter for your tuition fees and fast! You can enrol via VIP. The units you have nominated to
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). You will need this point have been approved, so if you make any changes,
to pay your fees and OSHC before we can issue your please note that you may need to be assessed if the new
Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) unit has a pre-requisite.
ecu.edu.au/new-students/virtual-information-pack
11UNDERGRADUATE
See below a list of popular UNITS
Semester Semester
1 2 1 2
TDD3205 3D Design Practices:
ML
Arts & Humanities Spatial Design
History, Political Science, PHO1125 Camera Work and Lighting ML ML
Communications & Media Studies
PHO2140 Context and the
SAH2200 Audience Perception ML
ML Choreographed Image
and Experience
TDD1101 Design Drawing ML
SCR2116 Australian Screen Studies ML
DES2203 Design Practices: Publication ML
CCA2100 Beyond Modernity ML
PHO3316 Landscape: Space and Place ML
POL3109 China: The Rise of
ML
a Global Power VIS2120 Painting Studio 1 ML
SAH1150 Creativity ML VIS2140 Printmaking Studio 1:
ML ML
Intaglio and Relief
HIS3105 Criminal Underworlds:
ML
Crime and Society Since 1800 VIS3140 Printmaking Studio 2:
ML
Photographic Processes
CMM2115 Cultural Matrix ML
PHO3120 Reconfigured Images ML
CMM3140 Digital Media Activism ML
POL3124 Hitler and Stalin: Studies in Power,
ML ML
Business & Law
Ideology and Propaganda
Hospitality & Tourism Management
SAH2110 Identity ML
TSM3500 Business Events Management JO
SAH1200 Media and Culture ML
TSM3105 Contemporary Issues in
PRN2225 Media Relations ML JO
Tourism and Hospitality
SAH1250 Storytelling and Meaning ML TSM3107 Ecotourism JO
HIS3124 The History and Sociology HOS2110 Food and Beverage
ML JO JO
of Genocide Management
HIS3106 The World’s Most Dangerous HOS2500 Food Service Management JO JO
Places: Politics and History ML
through Documentary HOS3320 Hospitality Facilities
JO
Management
Journalism & Written Communications
TSM3101 International Resort
JO
WRT3215 Authorship and Publication ML Management
JOU3209 Business and Data Journalism ML HOS3211 Management of
JO
Hospitality Finance
WRT1103 Creativity and Writing ML
HOS2325 Managing the
JOU2208 Health and Science Journalism ML JO
Service Experience
PHO3201 Photojournalism and HOS2220 Rooms-Division Management JO
ML
Editorial Practice
TSM3109 Special Interest Tourism JO
JOU2107 Political Journalism ML
Tourism Planning
WRT3105 Writing Drama ML TSM2105 JO
and Development
WRT3107 Writing Poetry ML International Business
Photography, Design, Graphic & Visual Arts INB3600 Business in Asia JO JO
TDD2102 3D Design Practices: Materiality ML INB2101 Cultural Framework of Business JO
TDD3206 3D Design Practices: Production ML INB2102 International Business JO JO
12JO Available on the Joondalup Campus
ML Available on the Mount Lawley Campus
BU Available on the South West (Bunbury) Campus
* This unit has a prerequisite and is subject to ECU approval.
Semester Semester
1 2 1 2
MAN3705 International Negotiation JO
Kurongkurl Katitjin
MAN2020 Logistics JO JO
Indigenous Studies
Law
ACS4133 Aboriginal Communities JO JO
LAW1111 Contract Law 1 * JO
SWK2111 Aboriginal Histories of the Present BU
LAW1100 Legal Framework I JO JO BU
ACS2122 Aboriginal Perspectives
LAW1116 Legal Process * JO JO JO JO
on the Environment
LAW1117 Torts 1 * JO SCH1101 Cultural Studies JO JO
Marketing IAS3110 Indigenous Australians,
Cultural Competence and JO
SBL1300 Business Environments & Markets JO BU JO Speech Pathology
MKT2608 Consumer Behaviour JO JO IAS3100 Indigenous Health JO JO
MKT3606 Current Issues in Marketing JO JO Political Economy of
IAS3303 ML
Indigenous Australia
SPM2510 Marketing and Communications
JO
for Sport and Events EDF6101 Strategies for Teaching
Aboriginal and Torres Strait ML ML
MKT2605 Promotional Marketing JO JO Islander Students
MKT2805 Social Media Marketing JO JO
Medical & Health Sciences
Project Management & Management
Health Promotion, Nutrition & Public Health
MAN3810 Business Ethics JO JO
ADS1151 Addiction Studies:
SBL1600 Business Identity and Protocols JO JO BU JO JO
Fundamental Concepts
TSM2202 Introduction to
JO JO HST3100 Child and Adolescent Health JO BU JO
Event Management
HST2120 Community Development
MAN1100 Management JO JO JO BU
in Health Promotion
MAN3612 Project Management JO JO
HST1109 Epidemiology JO
SPM2112 Sport Delivery Systems JO
NUT1111 Food and Nutrients JO BU
SPM3114 Sport Venues and Events JO
HST2124 Health Communication JO BU
MAN2170 Starting up a Project JO JO
HST1125 Health Priorities and
JO BU JO BU
Human Behaviour
Engineering
HST2220 Health Promotion Planning
Engineering & Technology and Administration
HST1183 Health, Society and Sustainability JO BU
ENS1161 Computer Fundamentals JO JO
HST3101 Healthy Ageing JO BU
ENS5112 Construction Site Management * JO
SCH1132 Human Evolution and Ecology
ENS3554 Data Communications and
JO
Computer Networks * SCH1133 Human Genetics JO JO BU
ENS5543 Engineering Management * JO NUT1121 Human Nutrition JO BU JO
ENS5442 Robotics 1 * JO HST1120 Introduction to Health Promotion JO BU
ENS2260 Surveying and Site Measurement JO NUT1112 Nutrition and Public Health JO BU
HST1111 Population Health JO BU JO BU
13UNDERGRADUATE
SEE below a list of popular UNITS
Semester Semester
1 2 1 2
Human Movement & Sports NUR1101 Nursing in Australian
JO JO
Healthcare Systems *
SPS2209 Assessment of the Football Player JO
NPU2303 Nursing Practice 3 * JO
SPS1750 Coaching Science 1 JO
NPU2404 Nursing Practice 4 * JO
SPS1755 Coaching Science 2 JO
NPU3505 Nursing Practice 5 * JO
SPS2750 Coaching Science 3 JO
SPS1111 Foundations of Fitness Science
JO BU
and Training
Biology, Environmental Studies & Science
SPS1525 Lifespan Growth and
JO BU
Development SCI2118 Australian Biota JO BU
SPS3104 Performance Studies 7 JO SCI1182 Case Studies in Science JO
SPS3120 Psycho-social Aspects in Physical SCI1185 Ecology JO BU
JO
Activity and Chronic Disease
SCI1187 Form and Function in Biology JO BU
SPS2615 Sports Injury Prevention
JO SCP1134 Foundations of Physics JO
and Management
Occupational Health & Safety GEO1150 Geography and Environment:
JO
People, Pattern, Process
HST1154 Occupational Health
JO BU SCP1132 Introduction to Physics JO BU
and Safety Law
HST2256 Occupational Hygiene JO BU SCI1001 Introduction to Sustainability JO
HST3503 Workplace Compensation MAT1114 Introductory Statistics JO BU
JO BU
and Injury Management
SCI1183 Origins and Evolution of Life JO BU
Occupational Therapy
SCI1192 Physical Environments JO BU
OCT1104 Clinical Science 1 JO SCI1125 Professional Science Essentials JO BU JO BU
OCT1102 Occupation and Equity JO Security & Computing
OCT1101 Theory of Occupation JO
CSG1105 Applied Communications JO JO
SCY1108 Building Management Systems JO
Nursing & Midwifery
CSI1101 Computer Security JO JO
Nursing
CSG2132 Enterprise Data JO
NUM2306 Adult Health Care 1 * JO
CSI2102 Information Security JO JO
NUM1102 Communication Skills for Nurses
JO JO
and Midwives * SCY1117 Intelligence Foundations JO
NUM1204 Evidence Based Practice CSI2104 Introduction to
JO JO
in Nursing and Midwifery * Information Warfare
NUM1203 Health Assessment * JO CSP2108 Introduction to Mobile
JO
Applications Development
NUR2402 Healthy Ageing and
JO
Chronic Conditions * MAT1252 Mathematics for Computing JO JO
NUM2307 Mental Health and Wellbeing CSP2151 Programming Fundamentals JO JO
JO
in Clinical Practice 1 *
CSP1150 Programming Principles JO JO
NUR3503 Nursing Children and
JO
Young People * SCY1118 Security Foundations JO
14JO Available on the Joondalup Campus
ML Available on the Mount Lawley Campus
BU Available on the South West (Bunbury) Campus
* This unit has a prerequisite and is subject to ECU approval.
Semester Semester
1 2 1 2
CSI1241 Systems Analysis JO JO MUS1502 Piano Skills (Even Years) ML
SCY1130 Terrorism and Composition & Music Technology
JO
International Security
MUS1426 Contemporary Ensemble 1 ML
Teacher Education MUS1607 Performance Lab 1 ML
Early Childhood Education MUS1617 Performance Lab 2 ML
ECS1240 Becoming an Early MUS2618 Sound Mixing ML
JO ML
Childhood Educator
MUS2619 Sound Recording ML
EDL1250 Learning and Learners JO ML
Performance Making
ECS1245 Play and Pedagogy JO ML
PMA1001 Foundations of Performance:
ML
ECS1265 Young Children’s Learning History and Context
JO ML
and Development
PMA2011 Puppetry ML
Primary Education
PAM2230 Special Topics 2 ML
EDL1260 Children’s Growth,
JO ML BU PAM3330 Special Topics 3 ML
Development and Learning
EDL1250 Learning and Learners JO ML BU JO ML BU PAM3430 Special Topics 4 ML
EDU2260 Positive Learning Environments JO ML BU PAM3104 Stage Combat ML ML
Secondary Education PAM2103 Theory of Directing ML ML
Production & Design
EDU1009 Communication Skills for
JO ML
Teaching and Learning
BPD3250 Industry Secondment ML
EDU2231 Creating Positive
JO ML BPD3200 Industry Studies ML ML
Learning Environments
BPD3205 Production Studies 3A ML
EDU3104 Diversity in the
JO ML
Secondary Classroom BPD3206 Production Studies 3B ML
EDU2110 Teaching, Learning
JO ML
and Assessment
WAAPA
Arts Management
ADM2410 Arts in Contemporary Society ML
Classical Performance
MUS1501 Classical Ensemble 1 ML
MUS1525 Classical Ensemble 2 ML
MUS2526 Classical Ensemble 3 ML
MUS2530 Classical Ensemble 4 ML ML
MUS1505 Classical Principal Study 1 ML
MUS1527 Piano Accompaniment
ML
(Odd Years)
MUS1503 Piano Literature 1 (Odd Years) ML
15POSTGRADUATE
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JoondalupCampus
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MountLawley
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Find
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listof
ofpopular
popularUNITS
subjects
** This unit is 15 credit points, not 20 credit points.
Semester Semester
1 2 1 2
NUT5112 Nutrients and Metabolism ** JO
Arts & Humanities
NUT5113 Nutritional Assessment
JO
CMM5170 Advertising and Brand Awareness ML and Anthropometry **
CMM5110 Globalisation, Cultural HST5161 Public Health: Philosophy,
ML JO JO
Diversity and Innovation Principles and Practice
CMM5175 Journalism in the New Media:
ML
Converged Environment Science
CMM5180 Public Relations Strategies ML MAT5212 Biostatistics JO
DES5310 What is Design For? ML SCI5140 Current Issues in
JO JO
Natural Sciences
Business & Law CSI6199 Cyber Security JO JO
FBL5030 Fundamentals of Value CSI6208 Programming Principles JO JO
JO JO
Creation in Business
CSI6203 Scripting Languages JO
MAN6333 Global Logistics JO JO
MAN5730 HRM Fundamentals JO JO Teacher Education
MAN5401 Managing Project Scope EPA6158 Leading Community
JO JO ML
and Stakeholders Engagement **
FBL5020 Marketing Leadership JO JO EPA6156 Leading for Improvement ** ML
EPA6157 Leading Staff ** ML
Medical & Health Sciences
LST6281 Understanding Language ** ML
NUT5116 Applied Food Science
JO LST6282 Using Language ** ML
and Systems **
HST5120 Epidemiology JO
16Student
Accommodation
ECU offers international students a variety of
accommodation options, including on-campus
villages, off-campus private rental properties,
and homestay with a Western Australian family.
ECU Village – Mount Lawley Campus
ECU VILLAGE OFF-CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION
The ECU Village, our on-campus accommodation, is convenient, If you’re looking for independent accommodation, there are
comfortable, and great value. With students from all around plenty of options. We recommend to carefully plan where to live
the world, it is a vibrant living environment in the heart of ECU. as transport links are important. Perth currently has lower rental
Staying in The Village will give you access to regular events, prices than other major Australian cities. realestate.com.au/rent/
24/7 security and a range of facilities such as a swimming pool, is a popular source for viewing rental options.
theatre room, recreation areas, study room and laundry.
ECU Village is a popular option so we recommend booking
early. Visit mystudentvillage.com/au/ecuvillage to view HOMESTAY
apartment layouts, prices, and to book your space. For a truly local experience, living with an Australian family is a
good option. Visit homestaynetwork.org/edith‑cowan‑university
for more information.
ECU Village - Joondalup Campus ECU Village - South West Campus
17FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
Q –
What do you
Q –
What are the Study
Q –
Do I need to have
mean by “unit”? Abroad fees like? health cover?
A –
A unit just refers to the different subjects
A –
In 2020, 45 credit points is AUD $5,025
A –
Yes. You will need to have Overseas
you enrol in as part of your Study Abroad and 60 credit points is AUD $6,700. These Student Health Cover (OSHC). It is
course. So you would enrol in 3-4 units fees apply to most of our units, but not compulsory for a Student Visa. Medibank
per semester at ECU. all of them. ECU or your agent can let is ECU’s preferred provider, but you can
you know more. You can also head to our opt for any Government Registered
Fees Calculator to review prices Provider. Your offer letter tells you more.
https://apps.ecu.edu.au/fees-calculator/
Q –
Why do I have to
Q –
choose my units
when I apply?
Q –
What are the Academic
What is the best
way to get from
the airport to my
A – and English entry accommodation?
We assess you for units at the same
time we assess you for course entry. This
requirements for
Study Abroad? A –
saves a lot of time later. How? Well, some
units will have what we call prerequisites,
which are really just entry rules. By
A –
You will need to meet standard ECU entry
You can register online for the ECU Airport
Reception Service. It costs AUD $110 but
it’ll be reimbursed to you as you a
assessing you against these rules early, Co-Op Shop voucher. Alternatively,
requirements for an undergraduate (UG)
you can have a smooth Acceptance and Uber is available in Perth.
or postgraduate (PG) ECU course. For
Enrolment process once you get an offer. example, we accept a number of English
exams that meet entry, but you will need
to meet the minimum score we’ve set for
Q
UG or PG. Head to https://www.ecu.edu.
Q
au/future-students/course-entry/study- –
–
abroad for more information. Remember
that you can apply to be assessed in full, Is Orientation
There are so so if you’re unsure, submit today. compulsory?
A
many units. How
do I know which –
ones will suit me? Some Orientation events are essential
A –
You have lots of options: you can look at
Q –
Can ECU help me apply
and some are highly recommended.
Orientation activities will give you an
important head-start to support you
the unit outlines on the ECU handbook, to succeed in your studies and get the
for a Student Visa?
most out of your course. See online for
A
chat to one of our education agents, or
shoot us an email international.office@ecu. – more details.
edu.au Better still, head to page 12-16 of
this brochure and see if anything matches We can’t help you apply for a visa directly,
your current interest or study direction. but we do have support in place. Please
Q
chat to an ECU authorised representative
https://www.ecu.edu.au/future-students/ –
Q –
How many credit
applying/find‑an‑authorised-agent You
can also find out more via the Department
of Home Affairs.
Where do I find
more information
about ECU’s Clubs
points should
and Societies?
I enrol in?
A – A –
The ECU Student Guild website has
The minimum enrolment is 45 credit
information about the wide range of
points, but 60 credit points is popular too.
clubs and societies at ECU.
Just keep in mind that 45-60 is a full-time
study load. Anything higher could be
difficult to manage.
18YOUR JOURNEY
TO ECU
Here are your steps to a Study Abroad semester at ECU.
YOur Education Agent can help YOU TO find the right course,
gather your documents and apply to ECU.
EXPLORE APPLY ACCEPT
Choose your units. See pages Gather your documents and apply. After receiving your ECU
12-16 for more inspiration and • Academic certificates and transcripts offer, accept online and pay
ideas. You may need your (both in original and English language) tuition fees. ECU will then
home university’s approval for • English proficiency results issue a CoE (Confirmation of
the units at ECU. • Copy of passport (photo page) Enrolment).
• Resume (if applicable)
• Work reference (if applicable)
ARRIVE DEPART PREPARE
Arrive in Perth two weeks Bon voyage! • Apply for your
before the beginning Perth is calling. Student Visa
of semester so that you • Book your
have time to settle in. accommodation
• Book your flights
ATTEND ORIENTATION START YOUR
Get to know your campus, academics STUDIES!
and fellow students. And have lots of fun!
Important Dates
in 2020
Semester 1, 2020 Semester 2, 2020
Orientation 10-21 February Orientation 13-24 July
Semester Commences 24 February Semester Commences 27 July
Mid Semester Break 13-17 April Mid Semester Break 28 September - 2 October
Study Week 1-5 June Study Week 2-6 November
Exams 8-19 June Exams 9-20 November
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whole world.
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World Ready
at ECU.
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of the land. ECU acknowledges and respects its continuing association with Nyoongar people,
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