As Australia’s only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the world’s tropical regions to prosper. From ground-breaking research and discoveries to milestones in education, JCU is continually growing and forging a brighter future for the Tropics.
Master's Programmes
Business & Management (20)
- M.B.A. Business Administration
- Master Business Psychology
- M.B.A. Creative Marketing
- MEd + MBA Education - Business Administration
- M.B.A. Entrepreneurship
- M.B.A. Finance
- M.B.A. Global Talent Management
- Master Governance and Leadership
- M.Phil. Management and Commerce
- Master Professional Accounting
Medicine & Health (13)
- Master Clinical Exercise Physiology
- Master Clinical Psychology
- M.Phil. Health
- Master Lifestyle Medicine
- Master Master of Nursing
- Master Master of Rehabilitation
- Master Medical Science
- M.Sc. Nursing
- Master Psychology (Clinical)
- MPH Public Health
Computer Science & IT (11)
- Master Business Informatics
- Master Computing
- M.Sc. Data Science
- Master Information Technology
- M.Phil. Information Technology
Social Sciences (11)
- Master Business Psychology
- Master Global Development
- Master Guidance and Counselling
- Master Guidance and Counselling
- M.Phil. Indigenous
- Master Psychology (Clinical)
- M.Phil. Society and Culture
Education & Training (10)
- M.Phil. Education
- M.Ed. Education
- MEd + MBA Education - Business Administration
- Master Guidance and Counselling
- Master Psychology (Clinical)
- M.Phil. Society and Culture
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (7)
- Master Marine Biology
- Master Master of Nursing
- M.Sc. Master of Science
- Master Medical Science
- M.Phil. Medical and Molecular Sciences
- M.Phil. Natural and Physical Sciences
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (5)
Engineering & Technology (3)
- M.Eng. Engineering (Professional)
- M.Phil. Information Technology
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (3)
- Master Global Development
- M.Sc. Master of Science
Agriculture & Forestry (2)
- Master Marine Biology
Applied Sciences & Professions (2)
Arts, Design & Architecture (2)
- M.Phil. Architecture and Building
- M.Phil. Creative Arts
Humanities (1)
- M.Phil. Creative Arts
About
History
- 1950 - The beginning of a legacy
- 1960 - Building a strong foundation: From fundraising to official openings and graduations
- 1970 - A royal visit, a cyclone strikes and world-class research paves the way
- 1980 - Research goes into uncharted waters while doors open farther north
- 1990 - Offerings grow and educational opportunities broaden
Education
Make study work for you. Choose from part-time, full-time and online options. Find a course that ignites your career.
Research
JCU 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.
Our aim is to position ourselves as a national and international leader in teaching and research addressing critical challenges facing the tropics worldwide.
Career
As you progress through your degree, aim to acquire the skills, knowledge, experiences, and attributes that give you the edge. Here are our recommendations of actions that will help you maximise your graduate employability and achieve your career goals. Start now, complete as many as you can and take charge of your career.
James Cook University Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships for James Cook University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
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Grant
Various benefits
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International Excellence Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
Warm Welcome Relocation Grant
Need-based
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Provided by university
Grant
2000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
Warm Welcome Relocation Allowance
Need-based
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Provided by university
Grant
350 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
International Merit Stipend
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Australia Awards Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
15 May 2024
Federation University - MACC Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 AUD
Deadline
20 Jan 2024
VisaEnvoy Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2024
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
International MVC Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
MVC Young Chef’s Club Award
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Student Grant Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
200 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
Wiingy Future STEM Leaders Scholarship
General Scholarships
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
International Excellence Scholarship
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
Warm Welcome Relocation Grant
Need-based
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Provided by university
Grant
2000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
Warm Welcome Relocation Allowance
Need-based
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Provided by university
Grant
350 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
International Merit Stipend
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Australia Awards Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
15 May 2024
Federation University - MACC Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 AUD
Deadline
20 Jan 2024
VisaEnvoy Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2024
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2024
Save The Everglades Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
200 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
Wiingy Future STEM Leaders Scholarship
General Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
International Excellence Scholarship
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
Warm Welcome Relocation Grant
Need-based
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Provided by university
Grant
2000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
Warm Welcome Relocation Allowance
Need-based
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Provided by university
Grant
350 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
International Merit Stipend
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Australia Awards Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
15 May 2024
Federation University - MACC Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 AUD
Deadline
20 Jan 2024
VisaEnvoy Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2024
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
200 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
Wiingy Future STEM Leaders Scholarship
General Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
International Excellence Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
Warm Welcome Relocation Grant
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
2000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
Warm Welcome Relocation Allowance
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
350 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
International Merit Stipend
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Australia Awards Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
15 May 2024
Federation University - MACC Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
4000 AUD
Deadline
20 Jan 2024
VisaEnvoy Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2024
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
International MVC Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
200 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
Wiingy Future STEM Leaders Scholarship
General Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
International Excellence Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
Warm Welcome Relocation Grant
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
2000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
Warm Welcome Relocation Allowance
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
350 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
International Merit Stipend
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Australia Awards Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
15 May 2024
Federation University - MACC Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
4000 AUD
Deadline
20 Jan 2024
VisaEnvoy Scholarships
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2024
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
International MVC Scholarship
Merit-based
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Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2023
GSSA 2023
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2023. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2023
301
2022
301 -100
2021
201
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
351
2023
351 -100
2022
251
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
415 46
2023
461 -37
2022
424
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2024
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2023
324 -31
2022
293
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Student Success Officers provide personalised referrals and assistance for all students at JCU, to enable the achievement of personal and educational goals, retention and success at university.
Housing services
Live in the heart of uni where you’ll become mates with a great bunch of people from all over Australia, from all over the world! Experience our chill, relaxed NQ lifestyle at JCU Townsville and JCU Cairns, or be in the centre of the action at JCU Brisbane as you begin your journey to your new career. You’ll create your own stories, and memories for life, in a safe, secure environment.
Library services
If the range of materials is overwhelming or you're unfamiliar with literature searching a good starting point is our InfoSkills Toolkit.
- Journal Articles
- Physical Items
- eBooks
- Journals
- Subject Specific Resources
- JCU Research Outputs
- Browser Add-In
- Databases
- Open Access Resources
ICT services
Our friendly IT Help Desk team are here to help you with all your IT questions and support needs and can be reached Monday through Friday, from 8am to 6pm AEST (closed weekends and Public Holidays). There are four ways that you can get in touch with us, so choose the method that suits you best.
Medical services
The University is committed to enhancing student access, participation and success in higher education and embracing the diversity of the communities we serve. We acknowledge our responsibility to support mental health and wellness as part of our core business.
Student Life
Campus life
The JCU Townsville, Douglas campus has been named Bebegu Yumba, which means “Place of Learning” in the Birri-Gubba language.
JCU Townsville, Bebegu Yumba campus is located in the Townsville Tropical Intelligence and Health Precinct (TropiQ) in the suburb of Douglas. Set in a 386-hectare natural bush and parkland setting, 13 kilometres (8 miles) from the Townsville CBD, the campus houses around 1,400 students in colleges and halls of residence. Over 13,000 students are part of the JCU Townsville community, including approximately 1,500 international students.
Sports facilities
The JCUSA Fitness is a health and recreational environment that helps bring your fitness ambitions to life. More than just a gym, it is a place where community interaction is encouraged with all our facilities.
We have a gym facility on both the Townsville and Cairns campus. Please click on the image below for more info on your campus gym.
Student clubs
The Student Association has a number of recognised Clubs & Societies that include sporting, recreational and faculty groups.
Clubs & Societies play an active role in the University community by providing students the opportunity to meet people with common interests and to pursue those interests.
The Student Association offers financial and administrative support to these organisations and students are encouraged to join existing clubs or start their own. If you require more information on the operation of a club please contact the Townsville Campus Officer or Cairns Campus Officer.
Student Reviews
James Cook University... Yay or Nay?
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
The communication and quality of the courses and teachers, is at a high level. I have learnt so much. The only complaint I have, was in my case, there was a constant change of subjects and teachers, due to the major for my degree been taught out and discounted. This caused quite some disruption. But otherwise, I can highly recommend the University. Especially for those who...
Not bad
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Got to be independent and make the most of it
I want to start my masters
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
The overall experience of studying at James Cook University was good, but the curriculums were not as good as I expected.
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