Edith Cowan University is a public university in Western Australia. Murdoch University is a public university in Perth, Western Australia, with campuses also in Singapore and Dubai.
| Edith Cowan University | Murdoch University | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4.3 Out of 10 | 4.2 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 351 Times Higher Education 2024 # 529 QS World University 2024 # 351 Times Higher Education 2023 | # 351 Times Higher Education 2024 # 431 QS World University 2024 # 401 Times Higher Education 2023 |
| Subject Strength | # 251 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 351 for Medicine by Times Higher Education 2023 # 351 for Law by Times Higher Education 2023 | # 251 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 501 for Medicine by Times Higher Education 2022 # 401 for Law by Times Higher Education 2023 |
| Programs | UG Programs -68 PG Programs -37 Doctorate Programs -2 | UG Programs -57 PG Programs -29 |
| Acceptance Rate | 88.3 % | 87.2 % |
| Exam Score | IELTS-6.5 PTE-64 TOEFL-84 | GMAT-550 GRE updated-290 IELTS-6 PTE-50 TOEFL-73 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 20393 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 19304 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 226 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 22190 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 33286 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 770 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | The average salary of the different programs are given below: Degree Average Salary Bachelor (Other) $60,000 Master (Other) $57,000 Other Degree $48,000 Bachelor of Arts $46,000 Bachelor of Science $39,000 Masters of Arts $28,000 | Average Salaries are given below: Degree Average Salary MBA $61,000 Bachelor (Other) $39,000 Master (Other) $31,000 Bachelor of Arts $30,000 Other Degree $28,000 |
| application requirements | Submit official transcripts of all previous education Submit English language proficiency test scores Check program specific requirements | Apply online or through agents, PG applicants must fulfill country-specific requirements (vary with programs). |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.3/10 Read 7 reviews | 5.7/10 Read 1 reviews |
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| General Facts | Edith Cowan University | Murdoch University |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1991 | 1973 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 36:1 | 31:1 |
| Male:Female | 40% Male, 60% Female | 41% Male, 59% Female |
| Location Facts | The university has three campuses in Western Australia: Burnbury, Joondalup and Mount Lawley campus. Joondalup campus is the main campus and serves as the headquarters. | Located in Western Australia, Perth (Singapore and Dubai-international campuses), university’s main campus is South Street Campus. Home to a fully-operation engineering plant, main campus features beautiful native bushlands. |
| Library | Libraries at each campus provide comprehensive book and journal collections, electronic resources and facilities for study and research. Each library features:
Students may borrow resources at any metropolitan campus using the library's self-check machines. | Total e-books: 3,49,661; physical books: 3,53,744; digital journals: 63,132; physical journals: 305; total other resources: 70,159. This includes special and subject collections. |
| Campus Life | ECU scholars and alumni are among the finest in the world, with several playing important positions in the community. Their extraordinary accomplishments have now been acknowledged with accolades, bursaries, fellowships, and honors across Australia and beyond.
Affordable gym registrations, recreational night athletic events, facility rentals, and special event options are available to the student body and faculty. | Find on-campus food options catering to snacking and hearty meals, hangout a student hub, join clubs or societies (over 100), get involved in organizations run by students, enjoy various events like stamp-out stress day or multicultural day at Bush Court or Tavern, join social sports team, or indulge in staying fit at Fitness Zone. |
| Hostel | #Weekly Room and board cost - $226 | #Weekly expenses for accommodation - $120 #Weekly expenses for accommodation - $440 |
| Famous Alumni | The Alumni Network brings next to each other 175,000 alumni to express their thoughts and offer assistance to ECU's undergrads. Edith Cowan University alumni include the following:
| Basil Zempilas (American TV presenter), Michael Keenan (member of Australian house of representatives), Adam Bandt (Australian Federal MP), Scott Ludlam (Former Senator-Australia), Kim Scott (novelist), Toby Miller (Author), Alan Eggleston (Australian Senator), Sue Lines (Australian Senator), etc. |
| City Life |
| Perth is a hub to innovation and industries and has a thriving economy. The unemployment rate (2019) is low as 3.5% and the city is known to be only 2.5 hours away (WA time zone) for 60% of the world's population. Access to global services is high and the city is known for its crystal clear beaches and sunset coasts. Explore Rottnest Islands, Fremantle, Kings Park, Swan Valley, and more. Multicuisine cafes, restaurants, and more offer both luxury and casual dining. |
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