Edith Cowan College

Edith Cowan College is a college in Perth, WA. International students should budget around US$28,800 a year in total, covering roughly US$17,300 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 12 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 30 institutions we list in Australia.

Building 80 Joondalup Campus West, 10 Injune Way, Joondalup WA 6027, Australia

Tuition: US$17,300/yr
Living: US$11,500/yr
Total: US$28,800/yr
Type: College
Location: Perth, WA

Why students choose Edith Cowan College

More than 30 years' experience, having supported over 10,000 international students to an ECU qualification
The ECC Diploma (Year 2) is equivalent to the first year at ECU and guarantees progression to year two
A 25% ECC scholarship, plus a further 20% a year on successful progression to ECU
Small classes averaging 25–35, one-to-one academic support and experienced teaching staff
Three intakes a year, in February, June and October, letting students start at the point that fits their current studies
ECC sits on the ECU campus, so you can use the eLab, library, social clubs and sports centre, and connect with ECU students
The college has a dedicated advising and support team for students under 18
Study in Perth, where living costs are reasonable and graduates qualify for a post-study visa of up to three years

Edith Cowan College fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for Edith Cowan College
Item	Amount
The general stream leads into most ECU bachelor's degrees
The science stream is only for students planning to study Engineering at ECU
Diploma (Year 1) is for students who have completed year 11 or equivalent
Diploma (Year 2) is for students who have completed year 12 or equivalent
Diploma (Year 1)	8–12 months
Diploma (Year 2)	8–12 months; Health Science runs for 12 months
Diploma (Year 1), all streams	AUD 26,500
Diploma (Year 2) fees and progression routes are as follows
Bachelor of Biomedical Science, minor in Human Biology
Bachelor of Biomedical Science, majors in Applied Chemistry, Data Science, Forensic Science, Human Biology and Human Genetics
Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science
Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Edith Cowan College entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Every course sets its own academic and English requirements. The following are the general ones.

Foundation and Diploma (Year 1)

Completion of year 11 with a GPA of 6.0 or above
IELTS 5.5 with no component below 5.0, or equivalent; Nursing and Speech Pathology require more

Diploma (Year 2)

Completion of year 12 with a GPA of 6.0 or above

Postgraduate Qualifying

A bachelor's degree
IELTS 5.5–6.0, depending on the route

Scholarships at Edith Cowan College

Academic English Scholarship: 10 weeks of English tuition, worth AUD 4,750
ECC Merit-Based Scholarship: 25% of Foundation or Diploma tuition
ECU Progression Scholarship: 20% a year after successfully progressing to ECU

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at Edith Cowan College?

Budget roughly US$28,800 a year in total — about US$17,300 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for Edith Cowan College?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. Every course sets its own academic and English requirements. The following are the general ones.

Where is Edith Cowan College?

Edith Cowan College is in Perth, WA, at Building 80 Joondalup Campus West, 10 Injune Way, Joondalup WA 6027, Australia.

Can international students work while studying at Edith Cowan College?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In Australia the current allowance is 48 hours per fortnight during term, and the post-study route is temporary graduate visa (subclass 485).