James Cook University

New accommodation at the James Cook University campus in Cairns officially opened recently. The building with rooms for 300 students has been named the John Grey Hall of Residence. It offers residents a choice of studio apartments, shared apartments with en suite bathrooms, and six-bedroom apartments.

JCU graduates topped the list in the Australian Government’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching 2017 Employer Satisfaction Survey (QILT ESS). JCU graduates received the highest percentage of favourable ratings from employers. They outranked graduates from all other universities across Australia.

James Cook University is experiencing strong growth in its undergraduate science courses. The Dean of the College of Science and Engineering Professor Marcus Lane said it’s a great result, and an endorsement of the quality of JCU’s teaching and research. “We have invested in world-class research and teaching facilities at The Science Building and elsewhere, and this renewed interest is an acknowledgement of the quality of our science, which is recognised internationally.”

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JCU equips students with work-ready skills, giving the opportunity for field trips, work integrated learning (WIL) and practical placements with key industry partners. In many courses, emphasis is placed on significant hours of practical experience and as a result, its graduates are in high demand. Students will graduate with the knowledge, confidence and work-ready skills needed to succeed.

JCU’s career-focused courses will teach students how to have a clear vision into their future profession, with practical, hands-on learning. Some subjects offered require weekly attendance at a lecture followed by participation in a small-group tutorial providing students with a high level of study support and interaction with academics and other students.

Yet another advantage of attending JCU is the opportunity to complete part of the Australian degree at one of over 60 partner universities from over 20 countries.

Some of the subject areas covered by JCU include…

Arts, Social Sciences and Social Work

Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, problem solving, communication and research skills for successful study and have the opportunity to sample from a wide range subjects. Students will also be given opportunities to study abroad or undertake placements and research in the Asia Pacific region.

Business & IT

Whether it’s a first degree or a way to progress to a Master’s – a JCU Business or IT degree will equip students with skills to succeed in and out of the business world.

Creative Arts and Media

James Cook University (JCU) offers courses in new media arts, innovation, music, sound and moving image, photo media, media design, and the visual arts. Its courses combine creative thinking and studio work, individual and group projects, lectures, seminars, and fieldwork.

Engineering and Planning

A James Cook University Engineering or Planning degree gives students the skills needed to solve real-world problems and design and develop innovative solutions.

Science

Whether students already have a clear picture of what they want to do with their scientific knowledge and skills, or they are open to many possibilities, JCU’s Science programs will both inspire and inform them. The Science Place is a unique and advanced facility designed for collaborative experiences.

Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy

JCU’s Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy courses are designed by experienced, professional staff. The College delivers courses and research relevant to people and communities in the tropics, with a strong focus on social justice and humanitarian issues.

Veterinary and Medical Science

Veterinary and Medical Science students at James Cook University (JCU) benefit from extensive research expertise in tropical animal and veterinary science. Some facilities available include teaching laboratories and access to JCU’s own cattle station at nearby Charters Towers, Fletcherview.

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Undergraduate application

Step 1: Choose your degree.

Step 2: First, check if you meet the entry requirements for your preferred degree and check:

• Entry requirements
• Fees and costs
• Scholarships and financial aid
• Credit for previous studies
• Pathways to JCU

Step 3: Submit your application by:

• Completing an application online
• Finding a JCU overseas representative/agent to assist you
• Completing a paper application form

Postgraduate application

Step 1: Choose your degree.

Step 2: Register as a first time applicant on the Online Application Portal.

Step 3: Then, upload copies of required documentation.

Step 4: Submit the application.

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Research scholarships

JCU offers highly competitive scholarships to students commencing research degrees at master or doctoral level. Students must be accepted for a place in a research degree program to be considered for scholarship support.

Other scholarships may be available for application during studies, but these may be awarded on academic merit.

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Some of JCU’s facilities include…

Sports

Students at JCU Townsville have excellent sporting facilities on campus plus plenty of sporting clubs to participate in to help them make friends outside of the classroom. Facilities include:

• Cricket pitch
• Gym
• Hockey field
• Netball courts
• Football (rugby league and rugby union) ovals
• Rowing
• Soccer field
• Squash courts
• Swimming pool
• Tennis courts

The campus at JCU Cairns has a growing range of sporting facilities including:

• Rugby oval
• Basketball courts
• Gym

Accommodation

JCU Townsville offers six on-campus accommodation options for up to 1,300 students. Living on campus is a fun and exciting way to experience university life. There is always something happening with plenty of social and cultural activities to keep you entertained.

JCU Cairns’ brand new on-campus accommodation facility, the John Grey Hall of Residence, is one of the best places to live while students are studying at JCU. The first stage of this purpose-built residence will be home to 300 students with plans to expand its capacity to 1000 students in the future.

There are a number of secure and convenient off-campus options available. Students looking to rent can look at listings on our large and highly detailed Off-Campus Database.

Organising accommodation is an important step in the student application process and JCU recommends that students start looking at their accommodation options as early as possible.