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Foundation of Post-Graduate Qualifying Program
- Joondalup, Australia
- 0.33 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A one-semester non-award pathway for graduates who need preparation before an ECU master degree in IT.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop academic knowledge of Post-Graduate Qualifying Program (IT)
- Strengthen research and critical-thinking skills
- And apply relevant subject concepts to course assessments and practical examples.
Career outcomes
- Further study: Master of Computer Science
- Master of Cyber Security
Curriculum
- Stage 2 units: Cyber Security
- Effective Communication
- Research Methods and Post-Graduate Preparation in Critical Thinking. Stage 2 runs four months
- Stage 1 (academic English
- Research methods
- Communication
- Critical thinking) had its final intake in October 2026.
Entry requirements
Academic
- For students with tertiary qualifications who do not meet direct entry to selected ECU master degrees
- Academic criteria not published on the PQP pages. English IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent for Stage 2.
Accepted academic background
Not published (the PQP pages show an 'Entry Requirement' tab without academic criteria and the academic entry requirements page covers Foundation and Diploma only, The program is for students with tertiary qualifications who do not meet direct entry to ECU master degrees).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT 64 (R13 L12 S18 W21)
- PTE Academic 52 (no skill below 50)
- Institutional test Phoenix iPEPT B2+ (no component below B2+)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Qualifications
- Official Examination Certificates
- Passport Copy
- English Test Results (if applicable).
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and application deadlines. Apply online with the form through the institution's published application process. Directly or through an ECC representative. Upload certified academic transcripts
- Certified passport copy
- English test results and translations. Receive the packaged offer
- Sign the Letter of Offer and pay fees via Flywire. Get OSHC and apply for an Australian student visa. Complete the compulsory orientation.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $17,500 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $29,710 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Joondalup |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Edith Cowan College |
| Department | Post-Graduate Qualifying Program |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 16 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
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July 2027
Apply by
15 Apr 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.33 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $17,500 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $29,710 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 64 (R13 L12 S18 W21), PTE Academic 52 (no skill below 50), Institutional test Phoenix iPEPT B2+ (no component below B2+).