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2016 POSTGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE
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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
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Postgraduate Degree Awards
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Why Reach Your Potential at ECU
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Applications and Admissions
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Our Campuses 4
Fees and Financial Assistance
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Facilities, Services and Support
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Scholarships and Awards
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Postgraduate Support Services
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Postgraduate and Research Highlights
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Postgraduate Research Support Services
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Postgraduate Course List
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Vice-Chancellor‘s Message
Postgraduate Pathways
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Contact us
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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.
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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
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Security service (24/7)
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Well-lit pathways
•
Emergency phones
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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.
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ECU Joondalup
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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)
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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)
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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.
This includes implementing strategies and technologies that minimise waste
of resources and demonstrate environmentally sensitive development,
innovation and continuous improvement.
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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.
Apply to ECU for 2016.
Contact ECU by
phone on 134 ECU (134 328)
Become a fan at
facebook.com/ecujourney
For calls outside Australia
phone (61 8) 6304 0000
Follow us at
twitter.com/edithcowanuni
Email us at futurestudy@ecu.edu.au
or visit reachyourpotential.com.au
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