Born for the Tropics
Rated 5 stars for full-time employment outcome, social equity and learning resources by the Good Universities Guide (2022), James Cook University is dedicated to creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics worldwide, through graduates and discoveries that make a difference.
Dedicated to research
With 83% of the university’s research fields rated world-class or higher by Excellence in Research Australia, JCU is committed to producing research and teaching that makes a difference. The University conducts nationally significant and internationally recognised research in areas such as marine sciences, biodiversity, tropical ecology and environments, global warming, tourism, and tropical medicine and public health care in under-served populations.
JCU is ranked #1 in the world for Marine and Freshwater Biology studies by the Centre for World University Rankings.
Students come from many backgrounds, promoting a rich cultural and experiential diversity on campus. Undergraduate and postgraduate courses span the Arts, Business, Creative Arts, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine and Health Sciences, Science, Information Technology and Social Sciences. JCU aims to give graduates the qualifications and skills they need for the global workforce.
Relevant to surrounding region
JCU also recognises its special obligation to be relevant to its own region and has forged close linkages into the economy and social fabric of northern Queensland. It is dedicated to ensuring teaching, learning and research is not only of high quality, but also delivers practical benefits to the peoples and industries of both the northern Queensland region and the world-wide Tropics.
Since its establishment in 1970, James Cook University has expanded into a multi-campus institution with main campuses in the tropical cities of Cairns, Singapore and Townsville, with smaller study centres in Mount Isa, Thursday Island and Mackay. There is also a smaller campus in Brisbane that caters to international students and offers courses with global applications.
Whether studying in Cairns, Townsville, Singapore, Brisbane or at one of the university’s smaller study centres, JCU students enjoy the rich natural environments and amenities surrounding the university’s campus locations. International students are welcomed into the relaxed, friendly culture of northern Queensland.
There are many student clubs and societies that allow students to meet like-minded people and make lifelong friends. Students at JCU have excellent support to help them succeed. This starts with friendly and approachable teaching staff and continues through to many services including: a ‘Student Mentor Scheme’ that links new students with second or third-year students in the same course for advice and support; free study skills workshops; academic assistance at the Learning Centre; and career and employability planning support available both online and in-person.
Study resources include 24-hour computer laboratories, free technology training and a library that is one of the best in Queensland
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There are five different accommodation options at JCU Townsville, Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas, with a brand new 403-bed complex. There are two options in Cairns, including a 300-bed complex at JCU Cairns, Nguma-bada campus, Smithfield. With housing for 1,700 students, living on campus is a great opportunity to make new friends and immerse yourself in the JCU culture.
All rooms at our on-campus residences are single board, with a bed, study desk, chair, fan, air-conditioning and WiFi. Each residence is different in regards to style of living, culture and atmosphere. There are options for fully-catered or self-catered housing. You can take virtual tours of each residence.
JCU also supports students to find suitable off-campus housing, including sharing a house with other students, purpose-built student accommodation, homestays, or renting an entire property. You can contact the JCU Accommodation team to learn more about the process of securing off-campus housing and get answers to any questions you have in relation to the property or location you are considering.
Visit jcu.edu.au/accommodation for more information.
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