Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a public university located in Western Australia. Established in 1991, it is named after Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament. ECU receives government funding and operates under national higher education policies, aligning with other public institutions in Australia.
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across multiple campuses. As a public university, ECU focuses on accessibility, research, and community engagement, distinguishing it from private institutions that rely primarily on tuition fees and private funding.
