The International Excellence Scholarship offered by Edith Cowan University (ECU) provides a valuable opportunity for academically outstanding international students from selected countries.
This scholarship grants a 20% reduction in tuition fees for the entire duration of eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programs at ECU in Western Australia.
This merit-based scholarship is designed to attract high-achieving students from India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Kenya, encouraging them to pursue quality education at ECU’s onshore campuses.
ECU International Excellence Scholarship Summary Table
| Feature | Details |
| University | Edith Cowan University (ECU), Australia |
| Scholarship Name | ECU International Excellence Scholarship |
| Scholarship Type | Partial tuition waiver (20% reduction) |
| Level of Study | Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework only) |
| Eligible Countries | India, Pakistan, Nepal, Kenya |
| Opening Date | March 7, 2025 |
| Closing Date | December 31, 2025 |
| Application Mode | Automatic assessment with course application |
| Study Location | ECU Campuses in Western Australia (Joondalup, Mount Lawley, South West, or City Campus) |
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the International Excellence Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of India, Pakistan, Nepal, or Kenya.
- Be an international student (i.e., not a citizen/permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand).
- Have applied to study onshore at ECU in either:
- Semester 2, 2025
- Semester 1, 2026
- Semester 2, 2026
- Have received an offer or conditional offer to study an eligible course.
- Meet ECU’s academic and English proficiency entry requirements.
- Demonstrate a strong academic record in previous studies.
- Not be receiving another ECU scholarship, government scholarship, or external sponsorship.
Eligible Courses
Undergraduate Degrees
All undergraduate courses are eligible except the following:
- Performing and creative arts degrees (e.g., Acting, Dance, Music)
- Certain education degrees
- Specific health sciences degrees like Nursing, Midwifery, and Paramedical Science
- Courses in Cybersecurity, Counter-Terrorism, and Intelligence
Note: Check ECU’s website for a detailed list of excluded undergraduate programs.
Postgraduate Coursework Degrees
Arts & Humanities
- Master of Communication (C88)
- Master of Social Work (Qualifying) (S10)
Business & Law
- MBA and MBA International
- Master of Business Analytics, Finance and Banking, Human Resource Management, etc.
Education
- Master of Education (Advanced), Master of Teaching (Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary)
Engineering
- Master of Engineering (I59)
- Master of Technology (T59)
Science
- Master of Computer Science, Cyber Security, Data Science, Environmental Studies, etc.
Medical & Health Sciences
- Master of Nutrition and Dietetics (I49)
- Master of Public Health (I62)
Nursing & Midwifery
- Master of Nursing (J88)
Terms and Conditions
Scholarship recipients must adhere to the following:
- Maintain full-time enrolment (minimum of 60 credit points per semester).
- Remain in good academic and financial standing throughout their studies.
- Use the scholarship only for tuition fees—it is applied automatically per unit at census dates.
- Cannot defer the start of studies for more than one semester (unless approved by ECU).
- The scholarship is non-transferable to partner institutions or other universities.
- May become ineligible if awarded another ECU scholarship or government funding.
- Must keep ECU informed of any change in circumstances that could affect scholarship eligibility.
- ECU reserves the right to withdraw or withhold the scholarship at its discretion, including cases of false or misleading information.
How to Apply
No separate application is needed for this scholarship.
Step-by-Step:
- Apply for an eligible course at ECU via:
- The ECU Online Application Portal
- An authorized ECU agent in your country
- If eligible, you’ll be automatically considered for the scholarship.
- If successful, you’ll receive:
- A Letter of Offer for your course
- A scholarship letter confirming the 20% tuition fee reduction
Accepting the Scholarship
To accept the offer and the scholarship, you must:
- Meet all conditions listed in your offer letter by the deadlines.
- Pay the indicative deposit and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) as outlined.
- Accept the offer following the provided instructions.
Need More Information?
For queries related to the International Excellence Scholarship, contact: Email: enquiries@ecu.edu.au
Visit: ECU Scholarships Page
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