PIBT is a modern and dynamic educational institution providing high quality programs in an environment which encourages you to achieve excellence in your studies. Quality teaching, excellent facilities and academic and welfare support services for all students are central to our educational philosophy.

PIBT is located on the Churchlands campus of ECU and offer university level Diploma programs in Business, Computing and Information Technology, Hotel Management, Marketing, Mass Communication and Science. These programs are equivalent to first year of ECU’s Bachelor degree programs and you are guaranteed entry into second year of the Bachelor degree upon successful completion of your Diploma. We also offer Postgraduate Qualifying Programs in Business, Computing and Information Technology and Communications, which qualify you for entry into ECU’s Master degrees.

Since our inception in 1994, PIBT has become the leading pathway option to ECU. Thousands of Australian and International students have successfully completed their Bachelor degrees, with many progressing further to complete Masters and PhD programs.

Edith Cowan University

Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a responsive and forward-thinking institution and an Australian leader in the provision of professionally focused degree programs. As the modern descendant of the first higher education institution in Western Australia, ECU upholds a well deserved reputation for teaching excellence that dates back to the beginning of the twentieth century.

ECU has developed strong links with industry, government and research institutes in Australia and overseas. These links help the University to design and develop relevant programs and appropriate research projects. Areas of strength include the ‘knowledge-based’ disciplines of Finance and Business, Computing and Information Technology, Media and Communications, Education, Health and Social Sciences, Nursing, and Visual and Performing Arts.

Advantages of studying at PIBT

• Study university level programs designed in partnership with ECU.

• Be guaranteed entry into second year of an ECU Bachelor degree upon successful completion of your PIBT Diploma.

• Study on a university campus and have access to university facilities and services.

• Fast-track your studies with our three-semester system – intakes in February, June and October.

• Attend small lecture classes of approximately 30 – 40 students and receive individual attention.

• Receive additional contact time with your teachers in our four-hour teaching sessions instead of the traditional university three-hour teaching sessions.

Supporting you while you study

IBT Education scholarships and family bursary

As PIBT is part of the IBT Education group, you may be eligible for an IBT Education scholarship or family bursary. The IBT Education group offers six full scholarships and 60 partial (50%) scholarships for university level Diploma programs or first year of Bachelor degree programs at Curtin Sydney per year. The group also offers family bursaries to immediate family members who study at our colleges.

Access to University facilities and services

Your classes will be conducted on the Churchlands campus of ECU and you are welcome to join in most aspects of University life, as well as have access to University cafes, library, bookshop and other facilities.

Airport Pick Up and Transfer

If you are an international student arriving for the first time, we will meet you at the airport, free of charge, and transfer you to your accommodation. Bookings are essential.

Accommodation

You have a choice of accommodation options including Homestay, temporary residences and off-campus accommodation to choose from and we will assist you to find the most appropriate accommodation to suit your requirements.

Orientation

We provide you with an orientation program which provides crucial information and advice to assist you in adjusting to the living and learning environment at PIBT.

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

As an international student, you are required to maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) at all times while studying in Australia. OSHC helps minimise the costs of medical expenses incurred while you are in Australia. Through PIBT’s preferred provider Worldcare Assist, you will have access to online help, telephone support, legal advice and assistance towards payment of covered medical bills.

Visit www.pibt.wa.edu.au for more information.