ECU City is taking shape.
This stunning state-of-the-art campus will reshape the Perth CBD and redefine higher education in Western Australia.
ECU City will be a place where technology, industry and creativity meet to deliver the creative thinkers, adaptive learners and global citizens who will be the leaders of tomorrow.
Opening in 2026, ECU City will bring an estimated 10,000 students and staff to Perth’s CBD.
Take a virtual tour of the university of the future.
Real-world learning, real career opportunities.
Located in Perth’s business and cultural hub, ECU City offers unmatched industry engagement through work-integrated learning, internships, and live projects.
A campus like no other.
Creativity is in our DNA. ECU City isn’t just a place to learn—it’s a space to think, to build, and to innovate. Facilities include:
- Digital hub, Moot court, Business Bureau
- Eight public performance venues – including a recital hall, playhouse theatre, flex theatre, a jazz and contemporary music venue, and dance spaces.
- Screen and media production hubs for aspiring filmmakers.
- High-tech cybersecurity labs for the digital pioneers
Because the future belongs to those who dare to create.
From classroom to career.
ECU City connects students to real-world opportunities, from part-time jobs to industry placements and full-time careers. Located in Perth’s business district, the campus offers direct access to leading employers, ensuring graduates are job-ready. With a thriving economy and strong post-graduation pathways, Perth is the perfect place to launch your career.
Choose your path, shape your future.
ECU City will bring together multiple disciplines, offering courses in Creative Industries, Business and Law, and emerging technologies, as well as supporting Perth’s growing ecosystem for film, digital, stage and music production.
Business and Law
Placing students and researchers at the centre of influence in Perth’s commercial and legal district.
Emerging Technologies
Technology and Cyber Security programs, including new courses co-created with global partners. The facilities include the largest Cyber Security Operations Centre in the world.
Kurongkurl Katitjin
ECU’s Centre for Indigenous Australian Education and Research.
WA Screen and Media Academy
Offering specialisations in cinematography, film directing, documentary making, production and screenwriting.
Broadcasting and Digital Journalism
Technologically advanced and industry immersive studios for radio and television as part of the acclaimed Broadcasting and Digital Journalism program.
WA Academy of Performing Arts
The internationally recognised Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), delivering more than 300 public performances to Perth’s arts and cultural calendar every year, in theatre, dance, music, opera, Aboriginal performance, and more.
Arts and Creative Industries
ECU’s celebrated suite of Arts and Creative Industries programs, featuring communication and creative writing, design, photography, visual arts, and more.
The centre of everything.
ECU City Campus places students at the heart of Perth’s vibrant urban life. With seamless public transport, shopping centres, Chinatown, and a thriving arts and dining scene just minutes away, everything you need is within reach. Experience the perfect balance of study, convenience, and culture in one of the world’s most liveable cities.
Comfortable living, steps from campus.
ECU City is surrounded by a large range of modern, purpose-built student accommodation. With options ranging from shared apartments to private studios, students can find a home that suits their lifestyle and budget. Conveniently located near the campus, these residences offer easy access to public transport, shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Live, learn, and thrive in Australia’s economic powerhouse.
Perth is a globally connected city with a strong, dynamic economy, abundant career opportunities, and a future-focused industry landscape. Study in a city that drives innovation and growth.
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