• JCU is consistently ranked in the world's top three for research and studies in environment and ecology; plant and animal science; and geosciences
• JCU is ranked first in the world for citations on coral reef ecology
• JCU is ranked in the top three universities in the Asia-Pacific region and the top 12 in the world for tourism studies

James Cook University (JCU) is the second oldest university in Queensland and is Australia's leading university in the tropics. Offering excellence in teaching and research, JCU is a vibrant, multi-campus university with main sites in the tropical North Queensland cities of Townsville and Cairns.

Total student enrolments are over 17,000 and growing, and include over 5,000 international students from 100 countries. JCU's activities have a strong focus in regional Queensland but its impact and reach are international, as recognised in the Shanghai Jiao Tong University rankings system, which has placed JCU in the top 4% of universities worldwide. JCU offers more than 300 programmes of study.

GLOBAL QUALITY DEGREES
JCU's study areas include arts and humanities; business; creative arts; education; engineering; health sciences; information technology; law; medicine; social sciences and science. Importantly, JCU works with employers and industry to ensure courses are relevant and cutting edge, and is constantly adapting and updating programmes to meet students' demands.

PRACTICAL FOCUS
JCU encourages students to gain practical experience during study, and understands the importance of qualifications that equip students with skills employers value. Many degrees are structured to include practical sessions, internships, field trips and vacation placements, ensuring graduates are job-ready.

A SUPPORTIVE STUDY ENVIRONMENT
With friendly campuses, small class sizes. accessible teaching staff, and strong support services including study skills and student mentor programmes, our students get the personal attention they need.

RESEARCH INTENSIVE
As a leading research university, JCU provides excellent facilities for teaching and learning. Much of our research focuses on the industries and environments of northern Australia, including marine biology, tropical environment studies, biodiversity, earth sciences and geology, tropical health, tourism and engineering. JCU receives more than AU$27million in research funding each year, is a member of the Australian IRU (Innovative Research Universities) and aims to be one of the world's leading research universities in the tropics.

A NATURAL CHOICE FOR STUDY
The University's unique natural location is a key draw for students. Visitors and residents enjoy a huge range of leisure activities including diving on the Great Barrier Reef, visiting the ancient rainforests and waterfalls in the national parks, bushwalking, camping, fishing and visiting historic outback regions or the picturesque farming villages of the Atherton Tablelands.

STUDENT SERVICES
JCU provides a full range of support services for students to help them make the most of their time at university. Whether you need help with an assignment, finding accommodation, or just need someone to talk to, there are services on campus to assist you. For more information, please visit www.jcu.edu.au/international

JAMES COOK INTERNATIONAL
The International Office assists every international student to ensure their stay in Australia and at JCU is a pleasant and productive one. The office should be your first point of contact if you need help. It provides a range of support and information including pre-arrival information; a free arrival service and orientation programme; social activities; help with accommodation; emergency assistance; personal well-being and welfare support; information on health insurance; advice, advocacy and referral; course admission procedures; and a returning home programme.

ACCOMMODATION
Townsville and Cairns campuses offer a range of housing options for students. Purpose-built student accommodation is available on campus in Townsville in halls of residence or colleges. In Cairns, there are privately owned and operated student residences near the campus. Private rental options inlcude houses and apartments. See www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation

JCU's dedicated Accommodation Service helps students with finding on-campus accommodation in halls of residence and colleges, as well as in private rental or shared accommodation off-campus. For students who prefer off-campus accommodation, the Service maintains a register of houses, units, apartments, shared accommodation, homestay and caretaker arrangements.


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