DIRECTIONS 2016 POSTGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE | EDITH COWAN UNIVERSITY Our world is more dynamic than ever before, creating new ideas and new possibilities. So how do you engage with this ever-changing environment? You learn. And the best way to learn is from experience. ECU is a university for our times, where students learn in hands-on environments and in industry relevant courses. Our lecturers have extensive experience in their fields and place the needs of students above all else. We’re a university where you can learn the combination of theory and practical skills needed to take advantage of every opportunity. Skills that will allow you to understand and meet new challenges, and to thrive in an evolving world. Are you ready? Apply to ECU for 2016. Contents 1 Postgraduate Degree Awards 11 Why Reach Your Potential at ECU 2 Applications and Admissions 12 Our Campuses 4 Fees and Financial Assistance 13 Facilities, Services and Support 6 Scholarships and Awards 14 Postgraduate Support Services 8 Postgraduate and Research Highlights 16 Postgraduate Research Support Services 9 Postgraduate Course List 20 Vice-Chancellor‘s Message Postgraduate Pathways 10 Contact us Back cover Vice-Chancellor‘s Message Obtaining an ECU postgraduate degree is an excellent way to gain further qualifications, expand your range of career options and professional networks, and to better compete in your chosen area of specialisation. Our Higher Degree by Research courses put you at the cutting edge of your field and can lead to employment within academia or in other professions that draw on research, training and experience. All of ECU’s programs are designed to meet national and international industry standards and requirements. Our teaching staff have extensive industry experience and networks. It’s why ECU students can expect to gain the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to meet the challenges of today’s workplace. It’s also why the University has been named in the prestigious Times Higher Education Top 100 Under 50, a list of the best universities in the world under the age of 50. We understand that your life is already busy and that’s why we provide a range of supportive and flexible study options including part-time, online and on-campus. When you take into consideration our extensive range of postgraduate courses, high quality and supportive staff, and entry pathways that recognise your professional experience, you’ll realise that nothing can stop you reaching your potential. Our campuses at Joondalup, Mount Lawley and the South West (Bunbury) each have their own culture, yet they are united by the incredible diversity of the people working and studying there. Regardless of where you choose to study, you’ll find an excellent range of facilities across our diverse subject areas. ECU has been named in the Times Higher Education (THE) 100 under 50 rankings for 2015. Recognising the world’s 100 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 teaching, research and international outlook, and highlight universities that are developing at an exceptional rate. ECU is proud to be recognised for its research productivity, research influence, quality of teaching, industry innovation and international focus. And we’re looking forward to building on this success in 2016. ECU has been named in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. For the third year in a row ECU’s Education and Communications & Media Studies were named in the top 200 in their respective subject areas in the world. The rankings highlight the world’s top universities in 36 individual subjects, based on academic reputation, employer reputation and research impact. Make this your year of personal achievement learning how ECU can help you to reach your full potential. I look forward to welcoming you to ECU in the future. Professor Steve Chapman Vice-Chancellor July 2015 ECU is committed to reconciliation and recognises and respects the significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ communities, cultures and histories. ECU acknowledges and respects the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as the traditional custodians of the land. ECU acknowledges and respects its continuing association with Nyoongar people, the traditional custodians of the land upon which its campuses stand. WHO WAS EDITH COWAN Born in 1861 in Glengarry, near Geraldton, Edith Dircksey Cowan believed education was the key to growth, change and improvement. Edith’s contribution to the development of Western Australian education was significant. She strove to achieve social justice and campaigned for the rights of women, children and families, for the poor, the poorly educated and the elderly. So it’s fitting that the oldest education institution and newest State university, Edith Cowan University, bears her name. 1 Why Reach Your Potential 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, and students have the opportunity for placements, internships and work placements in many of our courses. OUTSTANDING FACILITIES We are known for our award‑winning facilities and are at the forefront of providing innovative education and training solutions. SAFE CAMPUSES 2 • Security service (24/7) • Well-lit pathways • Emergency phones • Night security escort LEARN FROM THE BEST 5-STAR RATINGS Our high calibre staff have extensive experience as researchers, teachers, advisers or consultants and have significant professional experience in their field. The Good Universities Guide 2015 INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FLEXIBILITY Travel the world while you study – ECU has over 90 exchange partners. ★★★★★ TEACHING QUALITY ★★★★★ GRADUATE SATISFACTION ★★★★★ GRADUATE STARTING SALARY Through a variety of entry pathways, we enable people from all backgrounds to enrich their lives and their communities through education. INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED AFFORDABILITY ECU qualifications are recognised worldwide, with many graduates gaining employment in varying capacities in Australia and overseas. ECU courses are competitively priced. SUPPORTIVE THE ONE HUNDRED UNDER FIFTY ECU has been named in the Times Higher Education (THE) 100 under 50 rankings for 2015. PRACTICAL LEARNING Learning that extends beyond the classroom. LEARNING ENVIRONMENT We offer a supportive study environment with approachable teaching staff and a range of support staff, including counsellors and academic skills advisers, to help you get the most out of your education. CHOICES We offer a diverse range of majors, minors and electives. TOP RATED RESEARCH SCHOOL According to the International Student Barometer, ECU’s Graduate Research School has been rated among the top three in Australia for five consecutive years (2010-2014), with satisfaction of 95% or higher. MULTICULTURAL ECU has nearly 23,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students, with some 3,300 international students originating from more than 100 countries. 3 ECU Joondalup Building 1 Our Campuses ECU JOONDALUP ECU MOUNT LAWLEY Our Joondalup Campus is set within beautiful surrounds and its spacious grounds provide a great place for students to study and relax. The campus is identified by its landmark architecture, from the grandness of our Chancellery Building with its elaborate spires, to our vibrant, multi‑hued library and our state‑of‑the‑art Health and Wellness Building. Located in the trendy suburb of Mount Lawley and close to Perth CBD, you can’t help but be inspired by the artistic vibe at our Mount Lawley Campus. Courses are offered in arts, business, communications, creative industries and teacher education. Campus life is always buzzing, with cafés, a sport and fitness centre, and our vibrant new Student Village all adding to your university experience. ECU Joondalup has world‑class facilities for teaching and research, and offers courses in arts, business, communications, engineering, health sciences, law, natural sciences, nursing, sports science, psychology, social science and teacher education. An extensive range of facilities, services and support are available, including a modern library with 24‑hour access to the e-Lab, a medical centre, a gym, cafés and a tavern. 2015 saw the opening of our new building, Ngoolark. This is a one-stop shop, bringing most student related services under one roof. This building is an ‘active space’ with a ‘campus street’ and new marketplace enhancing the vibrancy of the Joondalup campus. This amazing building will meet the equivalent of a five star energy efficiency rating and integrate with other award winning architecture on Joondalup campus. Our Joondalup Campus is part of the Joondalup Learning Precinct, which includes ECU, the Police Academy and the West Coast Institute. During the summer months, we host the Lotterywest Festival Films at the ECU Joondalup Pines Outdoor Cinema, where moviegoers can enjoy watching a diverse line‑up of international films. ECU South West (Bunbury) 4 ECU Mount Lawley Building 10 Our Mount Lawley Campus is home to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), giving you the perfect opportunity to enjoy the hundreds of performances and events that they host each year. Kurongkurl Katitjin, ECU’s Centre for Indigenous Australian Education Research, is also located on this campus and is an invaluable teaching and support resource for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island students. ECU SOUTH WEST (BUNBURY) Located two hours south of Perth, our South West Campus in Bunbury is the largest university campus in regional Western Australia, offering small, personalised class sizes and on‑campus accommodation. Courses are offered in arts, business, nursing, social work and teacher education. Engineering students can also study the first year of their course here. The campus features a café, mini-gym, multi-purpose sports courts, two nursing demonstration wards, science laboratories and a library with 24-hour access to a computer lab. The Bunbury campus is co-located with the South West Regional College of TAFE, Manea Senior College and two hospitals. TRANSPORT STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES All of our campuses can be accessed conveniently via public transport. Our Joondalup Campus is just a five minute walk from Joondalup train station, plus there is also a free CAT bus service available between the campus and the train station. The Mandurah train line provides even greater ease of access. If you live in Mandurah, or along the line, all you need to do is jump on the train and you will be in Joondalup in just over an hour. Buses run frequently between ECU Mount Lawley and Perth CBD daily, and there are also direct bus services to many bus stations in the surrounding suburbs. A number of bus routes travel past ECU South West, and a few end at the Bunbury Health Campus, which is just a short walk away. At ECU, we pride ourselves on our industry‑relevant, world-class facilities, that allow you to experience modern equipment in real‑world environments. Our Joondalup Campus is home to exceptional, purpose‑built health and wellness teaching and research facilities, which include self‑contained simulation suites that have full video recording and interactive audio‑visual technology. Our Engineering and Technology Building on the Joondalup Campus houses state‑of‑the‑art laboratories, research areas for staff and students, innovative student Project Spaces and numerous other high quality teaching spaces. ACCOMMODATION At ECU, we have excellent accommodation on all three of our campuses. Brand new accommodation opened at our Joondalup campus this year. This multi-million dollar development offers modern apartments over seven floors of accommodation and a range of enjoyable facilities including a recreation room, barbeques, and a swimming pool. Our $38 million student accommodation at Mount Lawley features state‑of‑the‑art facilities such as a pool, café, student lounges with Wi-Fi, e‑library and more. The Resident Assistant Team are there to provide support and assistance in all of the villages, ensuring you enjoy a full student life. Off-campus housing assistance is also provided. For more information and to apply, visit www.ecuvillage.com.au Our Mount Lawley Campus boasts a large Mac computer laboratory to service our Communications and Creative Industries students. The Spectrum Project Space is a beautifully refurbished venue that showcases the research and creativity of our staff and students. ONLINE STUDY If you’d like to study at university but can’t attend classes due to reasons such as distance, family or work commitments, then online study may be for you. We have a range of courses and units that are offered online, as well as excellent support services available to assist you while you learn. For more information, visit www.reachyourpotential.com.au/online “ECU HAS PROVIDED ME WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO TURN MY YEARS OF PRACTICAL OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY EXPERIENCE INTO FORMAL INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS.” The thought of competing against young university students was daunting to me because I was a mature age student working in a full-time senior position. With the help of staff, I decided to start with an online Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety. The helpful and friendly staff supported me through the whole process, from enrolment through to completion – instilling confidence in my ability to complete the workload within the agreed timeframes. That first experience was so good that I went on to complete my Graduate Diploma and Master of Occupational Health and Safety, with an environmental speciality. My journey with ECU is still ongoing as I am currently studying a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management. Who knows where my journey will end, another Masters or even a PhD, ECU has turned my dreams into reality. Terence M Nichols ECU Master of Occupational Health and Safety graduate 5 Facilities, Services and Support At ECU, we provide a supportive learning environment through our excellent range of facilities, services and support programs. STUDENT CENTRAL On each campus, Student Central is your point of reference for all enquiries regarding academic progress and enrolment assistance, as well as for a range of support services. ACADEMIC FACILITIES • Fully-equipped modern libraries •E-labs available 24-hour/7days/52 weeks and free Wi-Fi •The Co-op shop to assist you with all your educational needs •Faculty Student Information Offices dedicated to assist students, both undergrad and postgraduate, in each of our faculties SUPPORT • Learning Advisers •Career, Volunteering, Mentoring and Leadership Services •Faculty Student Information Offices • Off-campus Student Support Services • Equity, Diversity & Disability Services • Academic Mentoring • Study Abroad and Exchange Program •Kurongkurl Katitjin, ECU’s Centre for Indigenous Australian Education and Research EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND DISABILITY ECU’s Equity, Diversity and Disability (EDD) services support students whose studies may be affected by a medical condition or disability in accessing support and services that can help them succeed. EDD staff can assist with arranging alternative assessment conditions, access to some aids and equipment, note taking, AUSLAN interpreting and transcription services. Every campus has a specially designed Accessible Technologies Room that provides students with access to adjustable chairs and desks, specialised software, computer, scanner and other adaptive technology. All ECU locations have access for people with disabilities, and specific details are provided via ECU’s access and mobility maps at www.ecu.edu.au/about-ecu/our-campuses/campus-maps 6 HEALTH AND WELLBEING •Medical Centres (Joondalup and Mount Lawley) • Free Counselling service •Multi‑faith Chaplaincy service • Fully-equipped sports, recreation and fitness centres (Joondalup and Mount Lawley) SECURITY •Security service 24/7 •Well-lit pathways •Emergency phones • Over 5,000 parking bays across all campuses •Night security escort • Mini-gym and playing courts (Bunbury) RECREATIONAL AND SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES •Student Guild •Clubs and societies •Intervarsity and Interfaculty sports •Taverns (Joondalup and Mount Lawley) FAMILY SUPPORT •Childcare •Parenting rooms •Crèche • ECU Kids Holiday Program (Joondalup and Mount Lawley) FOOD AND RETAIL •Bookshops • ATMs • Hairdresser (Joondalup) • Optometrist (Joondalup) •Cafés and other food outlets 7 Postgraduate Support Services ORIENTATION CAREER AND LEADERSHIP SERVICES ECU’s essential Orientation program runs for two weeks prior to semester start. We have a range of fun and informative events planned for students during this period which will help you successfully transition and thrive when starting your studies. Events are offered on the Joondalup, Mount Lawley and South West campuses. You can attend any event location, even if you study at another campus or are doing only online units. You can undertake a range of activities that will give you the skills to adapt to uni life, as well as help you become familiar with your course teaching staff and the support services available. Career and Leadership Services provide free career counselling and job search support to all current students and alumni up to one year after graduating. Resources and services include: ONLINE SUPPORT If you’d like to study at university but can’t attend classes due to reasons such as distance, family or work commitments, then online study may be for you. We have a range of courses and units that are offered online, as well as excellent support services available to assist you while you learn. Students are supported through mailing services from the library, telephone and email-supported services like counselling and career advice, and online access to enrolment tools (SIMO) and unit materials (Blackboard). For more information, visit reachyourpotential.com.au/online ACADEMIC SUPPORT Our Learning Advisers are always on hand to assist with a range of study skills and advice on preparing assignments. They conduct workshops, prepare academic skill resources, support other academic staff in promotion of tertiary literacy skills and see students one-on-one and in group consultations. • Tools to plan and manage your career pathway • Careers workshops • Job application skills including résumé and cover letter writing, selection criteria and interviews • Access to part-time, casual, full-time and graduate employment •Information on graduate programs • On-campus employer presentations • Career fairs • One-on-one career counselling For more information, visit www.ecu.edu.au/careers FAMILY FRIENDLY ECU Joondalup and Mount Lawley Campuses have professional, fully accredited and well-equipped childcare centres for children up to five years old. Students will need to check for availability as the centres may have a waitlist. The ECU Sports Centre has a short‑term crèche available in Mount Lawley and Joondalup. It’s open during semester for children aged two months to seven years. For children aged six to twelve, the ECU Kids Holiday Program runs during school holidays in Joondalup and Mount Lawley. “I SPEAK REALLY HIGHLY OF THE GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF BROADCASTING COURSE TO ANYONE WHO ASKS ME!” The course itself was very hands on, the equipment in both the Radio and TV studios were exactly what you need to get an understanding of what goes on in production and it’s as close as you can get to a real life industry experience. I’ve made friends to last a lifetime and I would not have made it where I am today without the help of my three unbelievably supportive lecturers. The course has taught me many crucial practical skills that I’ve used at work, this includes interviewing techniques, editing, voicing, creating news packages etc. But the most important thing that I have gotten out of the course is confidence; confidence in my ability and knowledge of the areas I need to improve and most importantly that it’s okay to ask questions even in high‑pressure workplaces like metro newsrooms. Tasha Tania Bachelor of Communications & Graduate Diploma of Broadcasting graduate 8 Postgraduate Research Support Services The Graduate Research School (GRS) offers services and support to Doctoral and Master by Research candidates to help enhance the quality of the research and research training experience at ECU. TOP RATED GRADUATE RESEARCH SCHOOL According to the International Student Barometer, ECU’s GRS was rated top in Australia for five consecutive years running (2010-2014). This sees us placed in the top 3 universities in Australia since 2010. GRS provides a comprehensive training and social program, including training workshops and seminars, academic resources, social and networking opportunities and peer‑to‑peer support. Visit www.reachyourpotential.com.au/grs for more information. SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES ADVICE RESOURCES (SOAR) CENTRE FOR RESEARCH STUDENTS The SOAR Centre is a peer-to-peer service run by ten Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates, called SOAR Ambassadors. The centre is focused on building social and academic networks, providing support for research skills training, career development and cultural transition for HDR candidates and Honours students. SOAR serves as an essential meeting point for one‑to‑one and group discussions, providing support and collaboration, connecting candidates from a range of backgrounds, cultures, ages and academic disciplines. Group discussions, called SOAR Sessions, are run every semester and cover a range of topics including Photoshop for Researchers, presentation skills, conducting focus groups and tips on how to write a literature review. Visit www.ecu.edu.au/centres/graduate-researchschool/our-services/soar-centre for more information. 9 Postgraduate Pathways There are several pathways to postgraduate study at ECU and you’ll be glad to know that you don’t necessarily need a degree to qualify. Real‑life, industry experience may count. Visit www.reachyourpotential.com.au/ postgraduate for more information and to check any specific admission requirements of the course you are interested in studying, Research Pathways Bachelor Degree Coursework Pathways Relevant Professional Experience (5+ years) Bachelor Degree Graduate Certificate Master by Research (1-2 years) Honours First Class/Upper Second Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) (3 years) or Integrated PhD (4 years) These represent the most common pathways, but other options are available. 10 Graduate Diploma Master by Coursework Integrated PhD (4 years) Postgraduate Degree Awards There are two main streams of postgraduate programs to choose from – coursework or research. COURSEWORK The majority of our postgraduate coursework disciplines offer Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Masters level courses. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE A Graduate Certificate is a great way to diversify your current skills and knowledge with courses of only three or four units. The best part is you can complete them in as little as six months of full-time study. Some Graduate Certificates require a completed Bachelor degree; however, many are available to people who have five years or more of appropriate experience in the field, regardless of your previous qualifications. A completed Graduate Certificate is a recognised pathway into many other postgraduate coursework programs. GRADUATE DIPLOMA Our Graduate Diplomas comprise eight units in a particular discipline. They are available to you if you have already completed a Bachelor degree in any field and now wish to complete the equivalent of a major in another field, without attempting a second undergraduate degree. They generally entail one year of full-time study. MASTERS BY COURSEWORK Masters by Coursework are designed to provide a body of knowledge that includes the understanding of recent developments in the discipline and/or area of professional practice, and a knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of work and/or learning. Course length varies depending on the level of your previous qualification and if that qualification is in the same discipline as the Masters course. RESEARCH WHAT IS A RESEARCH DEGREE? A research degree involves the production of a written body of work that makes an original contribution to knowledge, normally known as a thesis. The research will be developed over a period of time and will involve identifying a topic, developing a proposal, conducting the research and producing the thesis. MASTER BY RESEARCH Master by research degrees at ECU may be one or two years of full-time study depending on the discipline. Most involve one year of coursework or research skills development units before undertaking a year-long research program which results in the submission of a thesis or creative work. DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY The Doctor of Philosophy is a supervised research degree involving a three-year full-time research program that culminates in the submission of a thesis or creative work plus exegesis. Candidates are expected to participate in seminars and workshops on topics of research and related study areas. A panel of supervisors will oversee the development and progress of the student’s research. INTEGRATED PHD The Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) is a new pathway to a PhD. The new four-year degree includes a foundation year of research preparation followed by a three-year research program. The subjects in the one-year of coursework include generic research training and discipline-specific units. The coursework component provides students with strategies for a successful research journey, appropriate research design and methodology, timely completion, and effective writing and communication skills. Elective units contribute to the skill set required for the thesis or project. The minimum admission requirement is either a four year Bachelor degree with a weighted average mark of 70% or higher, Honours degree, Master by Coursework, or the equivalent in a relevant field from a recognised university. PROFESSIONAL DOCTORATE A professional doctorate combines both coursework and research over three years full-time study. These programs are structured for industry professionals to develop an in-depth understanding of the latest innovation and technologies within their fields. For those disciplines with a creative component, the study may result in a creative work (such as a performance or literary item) plus an exegesis (critical explanation or interpretation) to accompany the study and reflect on the creative element. 11 Applications and Admissions Your application process will differ depending on the postgraduate course you are applying for. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS WHEN TO APPLY There are minimum admission requirements to enter our postgraduate courses. You must meet these in addition to any special admission requirements for the postgraduate course you intend to apply for. Most postgraduate courses at ECU are available to anyone with a Bachelor Degree, Double Degree, Bachelor Degree with Honours or equivalent. Semester commencement dates for Masters by Coursework, Masters by Research, Professional Doctorates and Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) are usually in late February and late July. To secure your place at ECU, please submit your application as soon as possible. Some courses require specific degrees or specific subjects to have been completed as part of their admission requirements. Many of our Graduate Certificate courses are available to people who have at least five years appropriate professional experience, who do not possess a Bachelor Degree, Double Degree or equivalent. In this circumstance, your eligibility will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Applications to undertake a PhD will be accepted throughout the year. HOW TO APPLY Applications for all Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Masters by Coursework or other postgraduate coursework courses should be lodged through ECU’s online applications system at reachyourpotential.com.au/apply For Higher Degree by Research courses, you will usually need to provide the following documents with your application: •A brief outline of the research topic you wish to undertake (1-2 pages in length) •Copies of qualifications (including transcripts) •Copies of any published papers or journal articles (if available) Orientation week begins 9 February 2016. Make sure you submit your application early to take part. “ECU’S COURSE WAS BY FAR THE BEST CHOICE.” I had searched the UK, America and Australia for a Master of Strength and Conditioning program that allowed me to study online while working full-time and ECU’s course was by far the best choice. The skills and knowledge that I have attained while studying at ECU have been used in every aspect of my day‑to-day role in order to better prepare my athletes. The most beneficial aspect of this course is the staff and lecturers that deliver the units. After meeting and speaking to them, I realised they are not only experts in their chosen fields, but they also have huge practical experience working in the area of strength and conditioning. My greatest personal achievement to date includes being part of an amazing football club as the Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach for Arsenal Football Club. Overall ECU is a wonderful university which offers a program that caters to all individuals and enhanced my learning experience by providing information and ideas that can be applied to all aspects of my work. Padraig Roche ECU Master of Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning) student 12 Fees and Financial Assistance TUITION FEES The tuition fees you pay are based on what course and units you choose to study. Fees for 2016 will be available from late 2015. You can estimate the cost of your tuition fees by using our online Fees Calculator available at fees.ecu.edu.au The due date for fees is different for each teaching period in which you are enrolled. Under the Research Training Scheme (RTS), Australian and New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents undertaking higher degrees by research may be exempt from paying tuition fees. FEE-HELP If you are planning to study a course as a domestic full fee‑paying student, you may be eligible for FEE-HELP assistance. FEE-HELP is a Commonwealth loan scheme that assists eligible students to defer payment of their tuition fees. For details, visit www.studyassist.gov.au STUDENT SERVICES AND AMENITIES FEE OTHER EXPENSES The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) is a compulsory payment collected by the University for the provision of a range of services and expanded initiatives in areas including health, counselling, sport and recreation, social clubs and societies, student welfare, careers advice, student advocacy, orientation and student representation. For more information, visit reachyourpotential.com.au/services You will be responsible for purchasing text books and any equipment required for your course. The cost of these items varies widely from one course to another. Other expenses that you may incur include food, parking, consumables such as stationery and photocopying, as well as transport costs to and from university, including any work placements or off‑campus activities. “I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND ECU TO STUDENTS WHO WORK FULL-TIME.” I was working full-time when I did my Masters and blending on-campus units with online units allowed me to not spend any unnecessary time on campus. I found that ECU was very flexible, understanding and supportive to students like me, who were returning to study after a long gap. ECU was quite accommodating to postgraduate students, as most of them had to fit study into their busy working lives. I was able to juggle working full-time and doing my degree without too many challenges, and I’ve made some fabulous connections through my time at ECU. I now run my own business in the Learning and Development field and still keep in touch with many of my peers from ECU, all of who have found good jobs in the industry. I also had the privilege of being asked back by ECU after graduating to be a sessional tutor for related post-grad studies in Learning and Development and Human Resources and felt really honoured. I am very proud of my postgraduate qualification from ECU and love having the post‑nominals after my name on my business card! Louise Kelly Postgraduate Business graduate 13 Scholarships and Awards A number of scholarships are available to current and prospective postgraduate coursework and research students, aimed at providing financial support to assist you with your education and/or living costs. The scholarships available comprise those offered by the Commonwealth Government and ECU. A range of scholarships are also funded by corporate, institutional and private donors. COURSEWORK AND HONOURS SCHOLARSHIPS RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS •ECU Executive Dean’s Honours Scholarship •ECU Postgraduate Research Scholarships (ECUPRS) (Business & Law) •Australian Postgraduate Awards (APA) •Churchlands Teacher’s College Memorial Award •International Postgraduate Research Scholarships •Claremont Teacher’s College Memorial Award •Endeavour Postgraduate Awards •Nedlands (Secondary) Teacher’s College •ECU MERIT Awards Memorial Award •Mt Lawley Teachers College Memorial Award • Lesley Lillian Graham Award •Fogarty Foundation Scholarship •Indigenous Commonwealth Scholarships • ECU Postgraduate Research Scholarships (International) •Dr Susan Holland Scholarship • Inspiring Minds PhD Scholarship •Industry Engagement PhD Scholarship •WA Women’s Society of Fine Arts and Crafts Scholarships “THE SCHOLARSHIP I’VE RECEIVED HAS BEEN A GREAT HELP AS IT ALLOWS ME TO FOCUS COMPLETELY ON MY RESEARCH.” I really enjoyed my study experience while completing my Master of Engineering degree at ECU and so the decision to stay on and complete my PhD here was really easy. I knew I’d have access to state-of-the-art equipment to enable my research. Also the lecturers are really supportive, they have helped me with my research as well as getting publications out. My supervisor even organised contact with people in the industry, which made it easier for me to understand the problems faced by the industry and gave me a sense of direction. Kudzai Chipongo ECU Master of Engineering graduate and Engineering PhD student 14 ECU POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS Each year, ECU funds scholarships for students preparing to be, or who are already enrolled full-time, in a Doctoral degree or a Master by Research. •Scholarships are offered on the basis of academic merit and research performance •Applicants normally hold qualifications equivalent to an Australian first class honours degree, or a Master by Research • Applicants with a history of significant professional and research experience, combined with lesser academic qualifications, may also be successful if deemed to be equivalent to first class honours •Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, or have Permanent Australian Residency status Length: 1-2 years Master by Research or 3 years Doctoral degree Value: $27,000 per annum tax free Applications open: March and August Applications close: May and October annually AWARDS Australian Postgraduate Awards The Commonwealth Government makes funds available each year for a number of Australian Postgraduate Awards (APA). These scholarships are for ECU students enrolled in or preparing to undertake full-time enrolment in a Doctoral degree or Master by Research. • Applicants must hold qualifications equivalent to an Australian first class honours degree, or a Master by Research • Scholarships are offered on the basis of academic merit and research performance •Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, or have Permanent Australian Residency status Length: 1-2 years Master by Research or 3 years Doctoral degree Value: $27,000 per annum tax free Applications open: March and August Applications close: May and October annually ECU MERIT AWARDS Each year, ECU MERIT Awards are offered to the top ranked APA recipients commencing a Master by Research or Doctoral degree. These awards are automatically allocated and no separate application is required. Length: 1-2 years Master by Research or 3 years Doctoral degree Value: $5,000 per annum tax free Direct Offer Only (no applications required/accepted) For more information, please visit reachyourpotential.com.au/assistance “WE COVERED A BROAD RANGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUES.” I’ve felt like I wanted to do more in this field so I thought public health at ECU was a very good course to help me be more equipped to work with communities. For me it’s not so much about improving their health, but it’s to improve their life. At ECU we covered a broad range of public health issues, from communicable diseases to epidemiology, and even aspects of leadership and strategic decision making. It’s given me a broad understanding of public healthcare. The lecturers were really passionate about what they did and that’s very inspiring. Rena Vithiatharan ECU Master of Public Health (By Coursework) graduate 15 Postgraduate and Research Highlights FOUR NEW PHD STUDENTS JOIN PSYCHOLOGY In 2015, the School of Psychology and Social Science welcomed four new PhD students joining the Psychology discipline. David Preece will be exploring alexithymia, which is a condition denoted by difficulties identifying and describing feelings. Claire Adams will be examining the role of mental health screening and referral uptake for geriatric patients with chronic disease. James Strickland is examining the difference between the acceptance of apology and forgiveness. And, Nicole Fitch is aiming to raise community, family and individual aspirations regarding Aboriginal participation in higher education. FIRST UNI IN WA TO OFFER ACCREDITED MASTER OF ENGINEERING ECU is the only university in WA, and one of just seven in Australia, to offer a fully accredited Master of Engineering course after receiving accreditation from Engineers Australia. Having been first offered in 2010, accreditation has been granted to the Master of Engineering specialities in Civil Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Instrumentation, Control and Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Mechatronics Engineering. HALTING HUNTINGTON’S DISEASE In a world-first, ECU researchers have found a way to repair parts of the brain affected by Huntington’s disease. The study, published in the recent issue of Brain and Behaviour, found that supervised exercise and cognitive training significantly increases grey matter volume in parts of the brain that degenerate from the disease. ECU School of Medical Sciences Professor Mel Ziman said the loss of grey matter in the brain of those with Huntington’s disease contributes to a loss of cognitive and physical function. Training sessions were conducted at clinical gymnasiums across WA, including the gyms at ECU’s Joondalup and Mount Lawley Campuses. Participants also completed specialised rehabilitation programs in their own homes, as devised by clinical exercise physiologists and occupational therapists. ROBOTS MOVE IN ECU’s School of Engineering recently acquired six new generation NAO Evolution humanoid robots. NAO is a 58-cm tall humanoid robot with a unique combination of hardware and software: he consists of sensors, motors and software driven by NAOqi operating system. The NAO robots join Baxter, the research Robot in the impressive Robotics lab. Baxter is a 5’10” humanoid robot platform with two 7-axis arms, integrated cameras, sonar, torque sensors with an animated face and allows direct programming access to the system via a standard, open-source ROS API interface. With these amazing robots, students can leverage cutting edge technology to develop their own great innovations. SMOKE-FREE UNIVERSITY: THE AUSTRALIAN EXPERIENCE ECU-led research has investigated international students’ perceptions, behaviours and acceptability of ECU’s smoke-free status. ECU became one of the first Australian universities to implement a smoke-free initiative in 2012. Qualitative interviews were conducted pre-and-post implementation by Master of Public Health students as part of their studies. Research found that whilst ECU’s smoke-free status didn’t necessarily influence their study decisions, international students’ embraced the change to their study environments, approving of university-wide smoke-free policy. In 2015, research findings were presented at the World Public Health Congress in India. CAR VS HOUSE RESEARCH Hardly a week seems to go by without reports of another car crashing through the living room of a house somewhere in Western Australia. Researchers from the Sellenger Centre at ECU’s School of Law and Justice are hoping to find out if these crashes are happening more often in a project in collaboration with WA Police. They are also hoping to find out what factors contribute to car versus house crashes with the ultimate aim of creating resources to prevent such incidents. Commander Alf Fordham from WA Police Traffic Enforcement Command said the research was an important part of the ongoing work by WA Police in relation to serious and fatal crashes. 16 ECU STUDENT CREATES AWARD‑WINNING APP Computing and Security PhD candidate Luke Brook has recently won a WAiTTA award for developing a hearing test app for screening and monitoring hearing impairment in children. Inspired by his own son’s impairment, Mr Brook’s app provides a screening and monitoring tool for children with hearing loss in a simple and easy to use interface utilising the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. It could also have a role to play in combatting hearing loss in children in Indigenous communities – one of Australia’s largest public health issues – where access to audiologists is limited. A WIN FOR ECU CANCER RESEARCH Researchers have been awarded almost $450,000 as part the Cancer Council Western Australia’s 2015 research program. Carolyn McIntyre from ECU’s Health and Wellness Institute was awarded $225,000 to investigate if exercise can improve the health of people suffering from mesothelioma. Institute Co-Director Rob Newton was awarded $100,000 to run a national trial to develop a cost effective supervised exercise program for cancer patients. Dr Prue Cormie was named the Cancer Council WA early career researcher of the year, worth $10,000, in recognition of her work which found exercise to be very effective in counteracting the sexual dysfunction experienced by men suffering from prostate cancer. ECU’s Melanoma Research Group Head Mel Ziman, received $71,519 to develop a blood test to detect patient response to treatment for late stage melanoma patients, allowing patients to be switched to more effective therapy earlier, reducing the need for invasive biopsies. Professor Ziman will work with Dr Elin Gray, postdoctoral fellow in the Melanoma Group and Prof Michael Millward from Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital on the project. Muhammad Adnan Khattak was awarded $35,000 to develop a method to predict how well a patient will respond to drugs which target their immune system. Aaron Beasley and Tim Rankin from the Melanoma Research Group were both awarded $3000 student research scholarships to study melanoma. ECU WINS AGAIN AT IAWARDS A team of ECU researchers from ECU’s School of Communications and Arts are the recipients of a National iAward for a new easy to use website which provides bushfire information to the public. Communications and Arts PhD student, Paul Haimes, created the MyFireWatch website as part of a collaborative ARC linkage project between Landgate and ECU. “MyFireWatch provides an easy way to access information received from satellites that map locations of fires and lightning activity. This application enables anyone with a web browser to easily access information that was previously only available to experts with technical knowledge,” Paul said. Paul’s design work has contributed directly to this national award by expanding the usability of a high quality fire information service, formerly used only by fire and emergency personnel. The National iAwards recognise excellence in the field of information and communications technology. ECU has won National iAwards for the last three years running. “I WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND ECU TO PEOPLE WANTING TO COMPLETE A MASTER OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE BY RESEARCH.” One of the best skills I obtained from undertaking this study was how to critically analyse situations and propose reasoned arguments in response. Additionally, my writing skills enhanced significantly giving me the confidence and ability to write substantial technical reports and proposals. This has been invaluable during my career and enhanced my employability skills. My qualification has certainly helped me obtain senior employment opportunities and progress to a State Manager level. My greatest challenge has been to finish the research for my Masters degree and to graduate. This has been a defining moment for me as it’s encouraged me to continue my studies and undertake a PhD. Bernadine Tucker ECU Master of Criminal Justice graduate and Law & Justice PhD student 17 17 PRESTIGIOUS RECOGNITION FOR EXERCISE AND HEALTH SCIENCES LECTURERS In 2014, Strength and Conditioning course coordinator Dr Greg Haff was elected President of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) at their annual conference in Las Vegas. Dr Haff, who had previously served as NSCA VicePresident, was deeply honoured to have been voted by his peers. As well as being elected President, Dr Haff was awarded the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research Editorial Award. Dr Sophia Nimphius was also recognised at the conference, winning the Terry Housh Young Investigator Award. The NSCA has more than 35,000 members worldwide with affiliates in Japan, China, Spain and Italy. ECU CMER RESEARCHERS CORING THE SOUTH AUSTRALIAN GULFS INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTING STUDENT – BEST IN THE COUNTRY FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW Journalism and broadcasting students have again been successful at the Ossie Awards recognising the best tertiary student journalists, held at the University of Technology in Sydney. The standout recipient was ECU postgraduate broadcasting student, Tasha Tania, who won the award for Best Story by an International Student for the second straight year. Her 2014 winning story is about a Bunbury Doctor who travels to Bali to restore the eyesight of those less fortunate. The annual national awards are judged by media professionals and presented by the Journalism Education and Research Association of Australia (JERAA). This year entries to the awards were received from 29 universities in Australia that run journalism programs. ECU RESEARCH FINDS UNDERSTAFFED WARDS LEAD TO INFECTIONS, WORSENING HEALTH Patients on wards understaffed by nurses are more likely to experience a range of negative outcomes, including surgical wound infection, pressure injuries, urinary tract infections and pneumonia, according to a new study by ECU nursing researchers. Professor Di Twigg, Head of the School of Nursing and Midwifery, and colleagues Lucy Gelder and Helen Myers, mapped the journey of patients through hospital, looking at how much time they spend on understaffed wards, then examined the individual outcomes the patients experienced. Professor Twigg said the research would now be followed up to see if this method of analysing nurse staffing levels and patient outcomes had wider applicability. The paper, The impact of understaffed shifts on nurse-sensitive outcomes, has been published in the Journal of Advanced Nursing. 18 Researchers from ECU’s Centre for Marine Ecosystems Research, Oscar Serrano, Paul Lavery and Miguel-Angel Mateo have undertaken a major field trip with South Australian collaborators to core seagrass meadows in the Gulf of St Vincent and Spencer Gulf. The project is a collaboration funded by the EPA of South Australia, SA Water and ECU, through the ECU-Industry grant scheme. During December, Paul, Oscar and Miguel worked with EPA and SA Water colleagues to take cores from meadows around Adelaide, Port Pirie and Whyalla. The cores will be used as environmental archives to reveal recent pollution history, particularly the amount and sources of lead pollution, as well as determining the carbon storage capacity of undisturbed and restored Posidonia meadows. BEE WHISPERING Researchers at ECU’s School of Engineering have developed an innovative non-invasive way to check the health of beehives by listening to their buzzing. By analysing sounds recorded inside beehives, researchers from the Centre for Communications and Electronics Research (CCER) have developed a technology that can detect the presence of pest infestations. The technology has the potential to detect pests which pose a significant threat to Australia’s bees and agriculture sector. The technology is equipped with wireless communication module which allows for 24/7 monitoring of beehives, even when located at remote sites. ALL EYES ON CLASSROOM CAMERA Teaching students at ECU are able to start developing their classroom management skills before they step in front of a class of students thanks to high-tech 360 degree video cameras. Researchers, in partnership with three Perth schools, have used the portable cameras to record classroom footage to help pre-service teachers develop classroom management skills. School of Education Research Fellow Dr Khadeeja Ibrahim‑Didi said the cameras film a full 360 degrees, giving viewers a sense of “being there”. “They provide a complete picture of all that happens at any one time in the classroom,” she said. VALUABLE GRANT FOR GHOST CRAB RESEARCH ECU School of Natural Sciences Masters by Research Student Caitlin Rae has received $5,500 from Landskills WA to investigate the abundance of ghost crabs on beaches in WA’s Mid-West. Very little is known about ghost crabs in the area but Caitlin’s project is aiming to change that. There is a clear lack of data on their abundance and role in beach systems in the area. Since ghost crabs are impacted by off-road vehicles in other parts of Australia and elsewhere, there is a clear need to understand the abundances and ecological roles of this group of beach fauna in the mid-west region “The videos work like Google Street View, in that you can pan around to look around the room to see how each student in the class responds to what the teacher is doing.” The research is being undertaken in collaboration with the Northern Agricultural Catchments Council. Dr Ibrahim-Didi said the videos can be viewed on computers by in-service and pre-service teachers to help them improve the way they teach. MUMS ADOPT MIDWIFERY STUDENTS To consolidate the theory they learn in the classroom and to understand what pregnancy means for couples, midwifery students participate in our Mothers Adopting Midwifery Students (MAMS) program. ECU’s MAMS program pairs students with women up to 35 weeks pregnant for their mutual benefit. The program offers invaluable learning opportunities outside of a ‘typical’ classroom setting, where students can develop both their clinical and personal skills. “I HAVE BEEN VERY FORTUNATE TO WORK WITH TWO GREAT SUPERVISORS.” Before I started my studies I was a professional dancer, so I chose ECU because I could combine the art of ballet with the science aspect of it, therefore I could help the dancers prevent injuries and improve their training. If you want to come and complete your Masters here you will be using great facilities such as the biomechanics lab. I have been very fortunate to work with two great supervisors who are both experts in the field and they have helped me overcome all the challenges that research entails. Penelope Blanco ECU Master of Science (Sports Science) student 19 Postgraduate Course List MIN YEARS STUDY (FT) CAMPUS AVAILABILITY Graduate Certificate of Environmental Management 0.5 OL FT PT Graduate Diploma of Environmental Management 1 OL FT PT Master of Environmental Management 2 OL FT PT Master of Science (Biological Sciences) 2 JO FT PT Master of Science (Chemistry) 2 JO FT PT Master of Science (Environmental Management) 2 JO FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 JO FT PT 4 JO FT PT 0.5 ML OL FT PT Graduate Certificate in Project Management 1 ML OL PT Graduate Certificate of Business 0.5 ML OL BU FT PT Master of Business Administration 1.5 ML BU OL FT PT Master of Business Administration International 2 ML FT PT Master of Business by Research 1.5 JO FT PT Master of Finance and Banking 2 ML FT PT 2 ML OL FT PT Master of International Hospitality Management 2 JO + ML FT PT Master of Management Information Systems 2 ML FT PT Master of Marketing and Innovation Management 2 ML FT PT Master of Professional Accounting 2 ML OL FT PT Master of Project Management 2 ML OL FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 JO BU FT PT 4 JO FT PT COURSE BIOLOGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) BUSINESS ▲ Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management ▲ Master of Human Resource Management ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) 20 JO Available on the Joondalup Campus ML Available on the Mount Lawley Campus BU Available on the South West (Bunbury) Campus Non-standard timetable FT Available as full-time study PT Available as part-time study OL Available online OLOCAvailable online with an on-campus attendance requirement MIN YEARS STUDY (FT) CAMPUS AVAILABILITY ▲ Graduate Certificate in Broadcasting (Radio) 0.5 ML FT ▲ Graduate Diploma of Broadcasting 1 ML FT Master of Arts by Research 2 ML FT PT Master of Design 1.5 ML FT PT Master of Professional Communications 2 ML FT PT 1.5 ML FT 3 ML BU FT PT 4 ML FT PT Graduate Certificate of Cyber Security 0.5 JO OL FT PT Graduate Diploma of Cyber Security 1 JO OL FT PT Graduate Diploma of Science (Information Services) 1 OL FT PT Master of Computer Science 2 JO OL FT PT Master of Cyber Security 2 JO OL FT PT Master of Digital Forensics 1.5 JO OL FT PT Master of Information Technology 1.5 JO OL FT PT Master of Science (Computer Science) 2 JO OL FT PT Doctor of Information Technology 3 JO FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 JO FT PT 4 JO FT PT Graduate Certificate in Geostatistics 1 OL PT Master of Engineering 2 JO FT PT Master of Engineering Science 2 JO FT PT Master of Science (Mathematics and Planning) 2 JO FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 JO FT PT 4 JO FT PT COURSE COMMUNICATIONS & ARTS ▲ Master of Screen Studies Doctor of Philosophy ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) COMPUTING & SECURITY ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) 21 Postgraduate Course List MIN YEARS STUDY (FT) CAMPUS AVAILABILITY Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety 0.5 OL FT PT Graduate Certificate of Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning) 0.5 OL FT PT Graduate Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety 1 OL FT PT Graduate Diploma of Public Health 1 JO OL FT PT ▲ Master of Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning) 1.5 OLOC FT PT ▲ Master of Nutrition and Dietetics 2 JO FT PT 2 OL FT PT 2 OLOC FT PT Master of Public Health (By Coursework) 2 JO OL FT PT Master of Public Health (By Research) 2 JO OL FT PT Master of Science (Sports Science) 2 JO FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 JO FT PT 4 JO FT PT 2 JO FT PT Master of Criminal Justice by Research 1.5 JO FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 JO FT PT 4 JO FT PT Graduate Certificate of Paramedical Science 0.5 OLOC FT PT Graduate Diploma of Paramedical Science 1 OLOC FT PT Graduate Diploma in Aeromedical Retrieval 1 OL FT PT Master of Disaster and Emergency Response 1.5 OL FT PT ▲ Master of Paramedical Science (By Coursework) 1.5 OLOC FT PT Master of Paramedical Science (By Research) 2 OL FT PT Master of Science (Human Biology) 2 JO FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 JO FT PT 4 JO FT PT COURSE EXERCISE & HEALTH SCIENCES Master of Occupational Health and Safety ▲ Master of Occupational Hygiene and Toxicology ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) INTERDISCIPLINARY Master of Science (Interdisciplinary Studies) LAW & JUSTICE ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) MEDICAL SCIENCES ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) 22 JO Available on the Joondalup Campus ML Available on the Mount Lawley Campus BU Available on the South West (Bunbury) Campus Non-standard timetable FT Available as full-time study PT Available as part-time study OL Available online OLOCAvailable online with an on-campus attendance requirement MIN YEARS STUDY (FT) CAMPUS AVAILABILITY Graduate Certificate in Children and Young People’s Nursing 1 OL PT Graduate Certificate in Dementia Studies 0.5 OL FT PT Graduate Certificate in Mental Health 0.5 OL FT PT Graduate Certificate in Patient Safety and Clinical Risk 0.5 OL FT PT Graduate Certificate of Midwifery Diagnostics and Prescribing 0.5 JO FT PT Graduate Diploma in Mental Health 1 OL FT PT Master of Clinical Nursing 1.5 OL FT PT Master of Healthcare Studies 1.5 OL FT PT Master of Midwifery (Research) 2 JO FT PT ▲ Master of Midwifery Practice 1.5 JO FT Master of Nurse Education 1.5 OL FT PT Master of Nursing (By Coursework) 1.5 JO OL FT PT Master of Nursing (By Research) 2 JO FT PT Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) 1.5 OL FT PT Doctor of Health Science (Clinical Leadership and Management) 3 JO FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 JO BU FT PT 4 JO FT PT 0.5 JO OL FT PT ▲ Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy 2 JO FT PT ▲ Master of Infant Mental Health 2 JO FT PT ▲ Master of Psychology 2 JO FT PT Master of Social Science 1 JO OL FT PT Master of Social Work (Advanced Practice) 1.5 OL FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 JO BU FT PT 4 JO FT PT COURSE NURSING & MIDWIFERY ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) PSYCHOLOGY & SOCIAL SCIENCE Graduate Certificate in Social Science ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) 23 JO Available on the Joondalup Campus ML Available on the Mount Lawley Campus BU Available on the South West (Bunbury) Campus Non-standard timetable FT Available as full-time study PT Available as part-time study OL Available online OLOCAvailable online with an on-campus attendance requirement MIN YEARS STUDY (FT) CAMPUS AVAILABILITY 1 ML OL PT 1 ML OL PT Graduate Certificate of Education (Learning Difficulties) 1 ML OL PT Graduate Certificate of Education (Literacy Education) 1 ML OL PT Graduate Certificate of Education (Special Education) 1 ML PT Graduate Certificate of Education (Special Education: Complex Communication Needs) 0.5 ML OL FT PT Graduate Certificate of Education (TESOL) 1 ML OL PT Graduate Certificate of Education in Educational Leadership 0.5 ML OL FT PT Graduate Certificate of Secondary Education (Design and Technology) 1 ML PT Graduate Certificate of Secondary Education (English) 1 OL PT Graduate Certificate of Secondary Education (Mathematics) 0.5 OL FT PT Graduate Certificate of Secondary Education (Science) 1 JO PT Graduate Certificate of Secondary Education (Social Science) 1 OL PT Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood Studies) 1 ML FT PT Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary) 1 ML BU FT PT Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary) 1 JO ML FT PT Master of Education 1.5 ML BU OL FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 JO ML BU FT PT 4 JO ML FT PT Graduate Diploma of Music 1 ML FT PT Master of Arts (Performing Arts) 2 ML FT PT Doctor of Philosophy 3 ML FT 4 ML FT PT COURSE TEACHER EDUCATION Graduate Certificate of Behaviour Management ▲ Graduate Certificate of Education (Early Childhood Studies) ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) WESTERN AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS ▲ Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) 24 ECU Research Week KNOWLEDGE – INSIGHT – INSPIRATION 14-18 September 2015 ECU’s annual Research Week will be held from the 14th to 18th September on Joondalup, Mount Lawley and Bunbury campuses. Staff, students, alumni, industry partners and members of the community are invited to find out how ECU research is addressing issues facing our community, both locally and internationally. Be inspired by our current research and creative activity at presentations, panel discussions and performances. Look out for research poster displays and photography exhibitions. Find out about our postgraduate research degrees, admission pathways and scholarship opportunities. INSPIRING MINDS RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP Your research could change the world. Are you thinking of furthering your career with a research degree and solving real world problems? The Inspiring Minds Scholarship is available to Australian residents and is valued at $40,000 per annum (tax free) and offers you the opportunity to undertake a PhD at Edith Cowan University. These scholarships link exceptional students with highly qualified supervisors and research facilities. Join ECU’s vibrant community of researchers, and help transform lives and change the world for the better. For more information and application details, please visit reachyourpotential.com.au/research Visit www.ecu.edu.au/research/week for the full program and to register for events. GREENING ECU DISCLAIMER Edith Cowan University is committed to reducing the environmental impact associated with its operations by conducting its activities in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this publication is correct at the time of printing. The information is subject to change from time to time and the University requests the right to add, vary or discontinue courses and impose limitations on enrolment in any course. The publication constitutes an expression of interest and is not to be taken as a firm offer or understanding. 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