SCIS International Office

SCIS degree programmes are designed to meet the needs of industry and professional bodies; this means that our students graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the rapidly evolving industry landscape. Programmes are offered at undergraduate and graduate levels across a broad range of subject areas.

SCIS degree programmes include industry focussed project work incorporating real world problems and technologies.

SCIS constantly upgrades its computing facilities so our students can have access to up-to-date hardware platforms and industry standard software.

ECU and SCIS are committed to providing the highest quality in tertiary education, and with that aim in mind, have developed support programs designed for the assistance of international students.

Important Information for International Students

• Orientation for International Students: Each year ECU runs a comprehensive and fantasticly successful orientation program for all new international students. The program is underpinned by an extensive volunteer program that man services such as Airport Reception, Meet & Greet at accommodation venues and Welcome Centres that provide a much needed peer driven first point of contact for all new students on all metropolitan campuses.
• ECU International Student Office: The aim of ECU International is to provide a “one-stop-shop” for all International students. The centre offers many services including advice on applications and general enquiries, Academic preparation and orientation programs, fees and medical health insurance assistance, as well as a team of dedicated Student Advisers.
• Student advisers: Learning Advisers are located in each faculty and can assist you with a range of study skills and advice in preparing your assignments. The Advisers conduct workshops, provide guest lectures, teach courses, prepare academic skills resources, support other academic staff in the promotion of tertiary literacy skills and see students in one-to-one and group consultations. External students can email, fax or phone for assistance.
• SCIS Support Officer: The SCIS Student Support Officer is often the best first point of contact when any student experiences difficulty or has questions regarding their status.
• ECU Advantage: In cooperation with IBM & Moncrieff, Edith Cowan University will launch the ECU Advantage programme during early 2005. This exciting new programme will allow ECU students to access the latest technology which will benefit you through your student life.
• International Students Council: ECUISC was formed in 1993 and remains the focal point for representing and advocating the needs and rights of international students. Through cultural, social and educational activities, ECUISC strives to be the link for all international students at ECU, as well as, between the international and local communities.