James Cook University (JCU) is a world-class university that ranks consistently as one of the world’s top 300 universities, having also recently attained the prestigious QS 5 Stars ranking in 2021 for our achievements in the categories of teaching, employability, research and facilities. We are also the second-oldest university in Queensland and Australia’s leading university in the tropics.
Our work is driven by the belief to empower students to help them realise their potential and be a catalyst for innovation and connection to give back to the societies they exist in. JCU students explore, discover and grow through research and teaching that makes a difference to people and societies, the natural world and built environment and leave university prepared for the competitive demands of the global workforce.
In our constant pursuit of excellence in teaching and research, we have expanded our reach within Australia to ensure local relevance while also attaining global perspective with a comprehensive overseas presence spanning 14 discipline areas across 7 campus locations in 2 countries in Australia (Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Mackay, Mount Isa and Thursday Island) and Singapore.
James Cook University (JCU) is a world-class university that ranks consistently as one of the world’s top 300 universities, having also recently attained the prestigious QS 5 Stars ranking in 2021 for our achievements in the categories of teaching, employability, research and facilities. We are also the second-oldest university in Queensland and Australia’s leading university in the tropics.
Our work is driven by the belief to empower students to help them realise their potential and be a catalyst for innovation and connection to give back to the societies they exist in. JCU students explore, discover and grow through research and teaching that makes a difference to people and societies, the natural world and built environment and leave university prepared for the competitive demands of the global workforce.
In our constant pursuit of excellence in teaching and research, we have expanded our reach within Australia to ensure local relevance while also attaining global perspective with a comprehensive overseas presence spanning 14 discipline areas across 7 campus locations in 2 countries in Australia (Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Mackay, Mount Isa and Thursday Island) and Singapore.
As North Queensland's leading institution
of higher education, JCU recognises its integral and unique role in the
education opportunities and research capacity of its graduates. JCU seeks to
create a brighter future for life in the tropics worldwide, through graduates
and discoveries that make a difference.
Students are at the heart of JCU, and we
understand the role that people from rural, regional and remote communities
play in shaping future decisions made about life in the tropics. JCU is
committed to ensuring appropriate pathways and opportunities are available for
all students to pursue higher education and achieve their fullest potential.
JCU works with students to create
opportunities and enduring, sustainable benefits for our region and beyond. To
this end, we seek to admit students from all parts of Queensland, as well as
other states and countries who aspire to:
Excellence in academic achievement, intellectual pursuits and
creative endeavours
An understanding of, and respect for, intellectual, social and
cultural differences
A commitment to community through public involvement, school
activities, leadership and/or family, and
The ability to benefit from and contribute to a culturally and
intellectually diverse community of scholar-citizens.
To serve a student body of highly
qualified, intellectually curious and actively involved students, JCU is
committed to providing excellence in its learning and teaching environment, to
promoting high levels of student engagement, and to offering appropriate
support services.
By identifying students with outstanding
potential and fostering continued personal development in the classroom and the
community, JCU expects that future leaders of the state, the nation and the
global community will emerge among its alumni.
JCU
campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to allow
optimal learning experiences. Our cutting-edge lecture theatres and our small
tutorial sizes are designed to encourage collaborative learning and
problem-solving. JCU’s external study options offer flexibility for students
who want to complete courses at their own pace or from a distance.
JCU is
continually making ground-breaking advances in research through our
award-winning research centres and institutes. These include:
The Science Place, our stunning teaching and
research facility that was awarded a prestigious LEED Gold rating for its
environmentally sustainable design
The Australian Institute of Tropical Health
& Medicine (AITHM)
JCU’s Dentistry teaching facilities and dental
clinic
The Australian Tropical Science and Innovation
Precinct.
JCU
also offers access to learning and study spaces equipped with the latest
technology, comprehensive libraries both on-campus and online, and multiple
sporting facilities.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees Domestic
Minimum amount
5565
Maximum amount
14420
Tuition fees Domestic (In State)
Minimum amount
Maximum amount
Tuition fees Domestic (Out of State)
Minimum amount
Maximum amount
Tuition fees International
Minimum amount
30080
Maximum amount
67200
Total students
8,709
UG students
83%
PG students
17%
International students
1,169
UG students
44%
PG students
56%
Total faculty staff
819
Domestic staff
82%
Int'l staff
18%
Student life
Hands-on learning in some of the most
interesting locations on Earth
Nothing beats hands-on learning, which is
why JCU provides as many opportunities for professional work experience as
possible.
JCU’s unique campus locations means that
students can complete practical experience in some of the most interesting
places on Earth. Our Cairns and Townsville campuses are surrounded by the
spectacular ecosystems of the wet tropics, the savannahs and the Great Barrier
Reef. Our Singapore campus is set in the backdrop of Asia’s competitive
economy.
Students can undertake professional
placements in regional, rural and remote areas, or even overseas. There is also
the opportunity to complete a placement or research project at one of JCU’s
field stations. These include:
JCU Fletcherview Research Station – a working cattle station in
the iconic Queensland outback
JCU Orpheus Island Research Station – a secluded island on the
Great Barrier Reef that is home to the most diverse and beautiful marine, estuarine
and terrestrial ecosystems in the world
JCU Daintree Rainforest Observatory – where students can
explore the World Heritage listed Daintree Forest, the largest continuous
area of tropical rainforest in Australia.
JCU aims to equip and enable students to
achieve their greatest potential. Our graduates are continuously
championing their fields of work to create a brighter future.
James Cook University Inter-campus
Mobility Program
James Cook University provides the
opportunity for students to study in Singapore and in Australia and yet still
remain as Singapore based students paying their fees in Singapore currency.
This is a unique program in Asia because the university operates across both
countries. The program is designed to ensure students get the best possible
outcomes from their years of study with the university.
James Cook University has been awarded a
five-star rating for graduate employment for the tenth year in row.
The latest edition of The Good
Universities Guide, Australia’s authoritative tertiary education guide, has
awarded JCU 5 out of 5 stars for graduate employment, ranking it the number one
university in Queensland in this category.
JCU is the only Queensland university, and
one of only three Australian universities, to receive a five-star rating for
graduate employment for the past 10 years in a row.
The five-star rating places JCU in the top
20% of Australian universities whose graduates were employed full-time within
four months of graduation.
The Guide also awarded JCU 5 stars for:
Learner engagement (the
proportion of undergraduates who gave a positive assessment of their engagement
with learning at their university),
Social equity (the proportion
of domestic students who come from low socioeconomic or disadvantaged
backgrounds),
Skills development (the
proportion of undergraduates who rated their skills developed through
university positively),
Student support (proportion of
undergraduates who rated student support at their university positively),
and
Postgraduate starting salary (the
median starting salary for graduates employed full-time four months after
completing their degrees).
QS Stars is a rating system that helps you select the right university based on your
interests. It provides a detailed look at an institution, identifying which universities rate highest in
the
specific topics that matter to you, like facilities, graduate employability, social responsibility,
inclusiveness, and more.
With a reputation for excellence in teaching and research, we know the value of a world-class education: our students graduate to become leaders in their fields and their communities. What’s more, JCU has been awarded five stars for graduate job success for six years running by The Good Universities Guide. Through our postgraduate courses, we aim to empower professionals to have a positive impact and make their lives matter. Enrol and gain the skills to build your brighter future, today.
A new national study has named the Australian universities which receive the highest satisfaction ratings with employers. Find out how the study compares to the QS Graduate Employability Rankings.
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James Cook University (JCU) is a world-class university that ranks consistently as one of the world’s top 300 universities, having also recently attained the prestigious QS 5 Stars ranking in 2021 for our achievements in the categories of teaching, employability, research and facilities. We are also the second-oldest university in Queensland and Australia’s leading university in the tropics.
Our work is driven by the belief to empower students to help them realise their potential and be a catalyst for innovation and connection to give back to the societies they exist in. JCU students explore, discover and grow through research and teaching that makes a difference to people and societies, the natural world and built environment and leave university prepared for the competitive demands of the global workforce.
In our constant pursuit of excellence in teaching and research, we have expanded our reach within Australia to ensure local relevance while also attaining global perspective with a comprehensive overseas presence spanning 14 discipline areas across 7 campus locations in 2 countries in Australia (Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Mackay, Mount Isa and Thursday Island) and Singapore.
We have a focus on:
• Allied Health and Pharmacy
• Biomedical Sciences
• Business, Law and Finance
• Marine Science
• Medicine and Dentistry
• Nursing and Midwifery
• Pathways and Preparation
• Planning, Development and the Environment
• Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths
• Society and Culture
• Sport and Exercise Science
• Teaching and Education
• Tourism
• Veterinary and Animal Science
For more information on JCU, please visit: https://www.jcu.edu.au or https://www.jcu.edu.sg or https://www.jcub.edu.au
James Cook University (JCU) is a world-class university that ranks consistently as one of the world’s top 300 universities, having also recently attained the prestigious QS 5 Stars ranking in 2021 for our achievements in the categories of teaching, employability, research and facilities. We are also the second-oldest university in Queensland and Australia’s leading university in the tropics.
Our work is driven by the belief to empower students to help them realise their potential and be a catalyst for innovation and connection to give back to the societies they exist in. JCU students explore, discover and grow through research and teaching that makes a difference to people and societies, the natural world and built environment and leave university prepared for the competitive demands of the global workforce.
In our constant pursuit of excellence in teaching and research, we have expanded our reach within Australia to ensure local relevance while also attaining global perspective with a comprehensive overseas presence spanning 14 discipline areas across 7 campus locations in 2 countries in Australia (Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Mackay, Mount Isa and Thursday Island) and Singapore.
We have a focus on:
• Allied Health and Pharmacy
• Biomedical Sciences
• Business, Law and Finance
• Marine Science
• Medicine and Dentistry
• Nursing and Midwifery
• Pathways and Preparation
• Planning, Development and the Environment
• Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths
• Society and Culture
• Sport and Exercise Science
• Teaching and Education
• Tourism
• Veterinary and Animal Science
For more information on JCU, please visit: https://www.jcu.edu.au or https://www.jcu.edu.sg or https://www.jcub.edu.au
University information
Admissions Philosophy
As North Queensland's leading institution of higher education, JCU recognises its integral and unique role in the education opportunities and research capacity of its graduates. JCU seeks to create a brighter future for life in the tropics worldwide, through graduates and discoveries that make a difference.
Students are at the heart of JCU, and we understand the role that people from rural, regional and remote communities play in shaping future decisions made about life in the tropics. JCU is committed to ensuring appropriate pathways and opportunities are available for all students to pursue higher education and achieve their fullest potential.
JCU works with students to create opportunities and enduring, sustainable benefits for our region and beyond. To this end, we seek to admit students from all parts of Queensland, as well as other states and countries who aspire to:
To serve a student body of highly qualified, intellectually curious and actively involved students, JCU is committed to providing excellence in its learning and teaching environment, to promoting high levels of student engagement, and to offering appropriate support services.
By identifying students with outstanding potential and fostering continued personal development in the classroom and the community, JCU expects that future leaders of the state, the nation and the global community will emerge among its alumni.
More information
For any questions relating to the data available contact the Admissions team by email to [email protected] or [email protected] or [email protected]
IELTS
Minimum score
6
Maximum score
0
TOEFL
Minimum score
74
Maximum score
0
Cambridge CAE Advanced - Masters
Minimum score
169
Maximum score
176
IELTS - Masters
Minimum score
6
Maximum score
7
TOEFL - Masters
Minimum score
74
Maximum score
94
PTE Academic - Masters
Minimum score
52
Maximum score
65
Cambridge CAE Advanced - Bachelors
Minimum score
169
Maximum score
176
PTE Academic - Bachelors
Minimum score
52
Maximum score
65
International Baccalaureate - Bachelors
Minimum score
24
Maximum score
35
A-levels - Bachelors
Minimum score
4
Maximum score
13
ATAR - Bachelors
Minimum score
59
Maximum score
83
TOEFL - Bachelors
Minimum score
74
Maximum score
94
IELTS - Bachelors
Minimum score
6
Maximum score
7
State-of-the-art teaching and research facilities
JCU campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to allow optimal learning experiences. Our cutting-edge lecture theatres and our small tutorial sizes are designed to encourage collaborative learning and problem-solving. JCU’s external study options offer flexibility for students who want to complete courses at their own pace or from a distance.
JCU is continually making ground-breaking advances in research through our award-winning research centres and institutes. These include:
JCU also offers access to learning and study spaces equipped with the latest technology, comprehensive libraries both on-campus and online, and multiple sporting facilities.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees Domestic
Minimum amount
5565
Maximum amount
14420
Tuition fees Domestic (In State)
Minimum amount
Maximum amount
Tuition fees Domestic (Out of State)
Minimum amount
Maximum amount
Tuition fees International
Minimum amount
30080
Maximum amount
67200
Total students
8,709
UG students
83%
PG students
17%
International students
1,169
UG students
44%
PG students
56%
Total faculty staff
819
Domestic staff
82%
Int'l staff
18%
Student life
Hands-on learning in some of the most interesting locations on Earth
Nothing beats hands-on learning, which is why JCU provides as many opportunities for professional work experience as possible.
JCU’s unique campus locations means that students can complete practical experience in some of the most interesting places on Earth. Our Cairns and Townsville campuses are surrounded by the spectacular ecosystems of the wet tropics, the savannahs and the Great Barrier Reef. Our Singapore campus is set in the backdrop of Asia’s competitive economy.
Students can undertake professional placements in regional, rural and remote areas, or even overseas. There is also the opportunity to complete a placement or research project at one of JCU’s field stations. These include:
JCU aims to equip and enable students to achieve their greatest potential. Our graduates are continuously championing their fields of work to create a brighter future.
James Cook University Inter-campus Mobility Program
James Cook University provides the opportunity for students to study in Singapore and in Australia and yet still remain as Singapore based students paying their fees in Singapore currency. This is a unique program in Asia because the university operates across both countries. The program is designed to ensure students get the best possible outcomes from their years of study with the university.
James Cook University has been awarded a five-star rating for graduate employment for the tenth year in row.
The latest edition of The Good Universities Guide, Australia’s authoritative tertiary education guide, has awarded JCU 5 out of 5 stars for graduate employment, ranking it the number one university in Queensland in this category.
JCU is the only Queensland university, and one of only three Australian universities, to receive a five-star rating for graduate employment for the past 10 years in a row.
The five-star rating places JCU in the top 20% of Australian universities whose graduates were employed full-time within four months of graduation.
The Guide also awarded JCU 5 stars for:
Rankings & ratings
QS World University Rankings
QS WUR Ranking By Subject
Top 50 under 50
QS World University Rankings
Ranking criteria
Available programs
James Cook University offers 49 undergraduate degrees through six colleges and 32 areas of study. Out of all, Marine and Freshwater Biology is ranked at No. 1 in the world by CWUR.
With a reputation for excellence in teaching and research, we know the value of a world-class education: our students graduate to become leaders in their fields and their communities. What’s more, JCU has been awarded five stars for graduate job success for six years running by The Good Universities Guide.
Through our postgraduate courses, we aim to empower professionals to have a positive impact and make their lives matter. Enrol and gain the skills to build your brighter future, today.
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