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Course and Subject Handbook 2017 General Information Important Information for Students
Important Information for Students
This Handbook provides information on the University’s courses and subjects that students need prior to enrolling and during their studies.
Published Information Subject to Change
The information contained in this publication was correct as of October 2016 but is subject to change. The University reserves the right to amend or modify without notice the content of the Handbook and the University’s web pages. The University will endeavour to inform students of changes which may affect their enrolment.
Cancellation of or Variation in Requirements of Subject(s)
The University reserves the right to not offer subjects which do not meet indicative minimum enrolment numbers. These enrolment numbers are:
Townsville | Cairns | |
Level 1 subjects | 40 | 20 |
Level 2 subjects | 20 | 10 |
Level 3 subjects | 10 | 5 |
Subjects are offered on condition that staff and resources are available. The University reserves the right to cancel or vary the requirements of a subject at any time if for reasons beyond its control (including withdrawal of funding) in the reasonable opinion of the University the staff and resources available for the subject fall below the level required for the proper delivery and teaching of the subject. The University will make every reasonable effort to ensure that the cancellation, or variation to the requirements, of any subject will not impede the progress of students towards the completion of their course.
Restrictions on Enrolment in Subjects
The University may restrict enrolments in subjects where numbers are in excess of those that a College can teach efficiently or for which it can provide adequate physical resources. Where a subject is oversubscribed, students adversely affected should consult their College Dean, Division Registrar or Academic Adviser.
Tuition Contact Hours
The hours of tuition for any subject may be modified or combined but in total will not exceed the hours published in this Handbook. Unless otherwise advised, classes should commence on the hour and finish at or before ten (10) minutes to the hour. For students studying on campus, the published Lecture Timetable must be consulted for the days and times when lectures, tutorials, workshops etc. are scheduled. The University is under no obligation to replace classes which would have fallen on a day that is a public holiday or is otherwise lost by circumstances beyond the University’s control. However, where classes are scheduled to be held on a day that is lost, Divisions and Colleges may make alternative teaching or study arrangements if they believe that achievement of student learning outcomes will be adversely affected.
Policy on Re-Named, Disestablished, Suspended or Not Offered Awards
Students should note that the requirements for re-named, disestablished, suspended or not offered awards appear in earlier editions of the Course and Subjects Handbook or the Student Handbook prior to 2007.
For re-named awards, continuing students enrolled in the previous award are permitted to continue in the previous award or transfer to the re-named award.
For disestablished awards, continuing students enrolled in the previous award are permitted to continue in the previous award or transfer to another award as approved by the appropriate Depute Vice Chancellor or delegate.
For re-named awards and disestablished awards, commencing students are not permitted to enrol in the previous award.
For suspended awards or not offered awards, continuing students are permitted to continue but commencing students not be permitted to enrol for the period of suspension or not offering.
For Further Information
Students are encouraged to contact the University through the College or Division offices or the Student Enquiries Centre for further information if required.
- James Cook University
- Bachelor of Advanced Science
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences
- Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Business / Laws
- Bachelor of Business & Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery
- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
- Bachelor of Primary Education
- Bachelor of Secondary Education
- Bachelor of Environmental Practice
- Bachelor of Geology
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Nursing Science (External)
- Bachelor of Midwifery
- Bachelor of Pharmacy
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Planning
- Bachelor of Psychological Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Bachelor of Speech Pathology
- Bachelor of Sport & Exercise Science
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science
- Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Honours)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Engineering / Science (Honours) MBA in Tourism
- Master of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
- Master of Data Science
- Bachelor of Sports Psychology
- Bachelor of Marine Science
- Bachelor of Medicine / Surgery
- Bachelor of Nursing Science [Pre-Registration]
- Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours)
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
- Bachelor of Psychology
- Master of Conflict Management & Resolution
- Graduate Certificate of Conflict Management & Resolution
- Master of Global Development
- Master of International Tourism & Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Technology and Innovation
- Bachelor of Science & Bachelor of Laws
- Diploma of Higher Education
- Diploma of Higher Education (Business)
- Diploma of Higher Education Majoring in Business Studies
- Diploma of Higher Education Majoring in Engineering and Applied Science
- Diploma of Higher Education Majoring in General Studies
- Diploma of Higher Education Majoring in Health
- Diploma of Higher Education Majoring in Information Technology
- Diploma of Higher Education Majoring in Science
- Diploma of Higher Education, Majoring in Society and Culture