Natural and Built Environments
When the fish bones tell stories
Dr Ariana Lambrides explores Indigenous history and ingenuity by examining ancient fish remains.
Exploring remains from thousands of years ago
This is Uni... but not as you know it
Health and Medicine
Flying outside the comfort zone
Dr Annabelle Faint's one regret about her Longreach placement is that she didn't spend the whole year there.
Hear Annabelle's story
Natural and Built Environments
Future-proofing outback internet
William Harrington is supporting rural and regional communities through internet usage research.
How does the internet affect outback cattle stations?
Health and Medicine
30 years dedicated to closing the gap
Dr Sophia Couzos reflects on the milestones that have been achieved for Indigenous health over 30 years.
Read about work that's been done and work left to do
Real Stories
Exploring the world of economics
JCU Alumni Siddarth Roche is pursuing his passion through his dream job at Australia's Reserve Bank.
Hear Siddarth's story
People and Societies
On the frontlines of climate action
JCU's Dr Peter Jones belongs to an unexpected group fighting climate change: social workers.
Why environmental risk is a social issue
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Universities in the world for UN Sustainable Development Goals2
Top 300
Universities in the world3
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5
Feb
Future Students
Parents and Partners Information Session
Townsville, Cairns
Choosing to go to university is a big step for your child or partner, and your support can make a real difference.
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9
Feb
Public Event, Future Students
Health Science Toolkit
Townsville, Cairns
The Health Science Toolkit is designed to help you prepare for university study in health science degree programmes.
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14
Feb
Student Workshop, Student Events, Social Event
Orientation Week
Townsville, Cairns, Mackay, Mount Isa, Online
JCU Orientation Week runs from 14-18 February 2022, with activities commencing the week prior to O Week and finishing in week 4.
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18
Feb
Student Workshop
Second Year Success Seminar
Townsville, Cairns
To help kick-start your second year, we have designed a half-day skill development program to prepare you for the next stage in your academic journey.
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$827 million
Economic impact in Queensland3
Your world-class education begins here
James Cook University in Queensland
You are forward-thinking and excited to meet the challenges of a 21st-century career. You are the product of your own unique history and the input of your family, friends and community. Shaped by the past, embracing who you are and the input of others, you are ready to take on your future.
Experience the Incredible
The place you choose to prepare for your future should be as unique as you are. As you study with James Cook University, you partner with a university that has been shaped by history, embraces where it is and allows you to explore, discover, grow through research and teaching that makes a difference.
World-Class Education
Throughout your journey with the second-oldest university in Queensland, you will see the value of experience lived out in front of you. Embracing the lessons of history and leveraging the insights of generations, JCU is the best university in Queensland for reducing inequalities* and a leading university in Australia.
Study in a unique environment where world-class facilities, natural wonders and vibrant student life come together. At JCU take advantage of our world-class experience in teaching, research, and technological development to forge your own future.
Choose a Queensland uni with career-focussed courses, world-class researches and lecturers, and state-of-the-art facilities. JCU graduates are able to apply technical competencies, while thinking differently about the challenges facing the world. Be equipped with the expert knowledge and job-ready skills to excel in your chosen career path.
Committed to Student Success
You embrace the person you have become and are looking forward to engaging with like-minded people to grow your knowledge and skills further. Your experience should build on your understanding, help you to develop your full potential and give you access to sources of information and inspiration.
At James Cook University, study courses delivered by expert lecturers and world-class researchers. Gain a theoretical understanding through analysis and application. Apply your learnings to work and research situations and get feedback from professionals as you build your skills.
Network with invited guests from leading industry and scientific professionals who are regularly invited to share their expertise at the best uni in Australia for Marine Biology^. Lecturers committed to student success will help you gain the confidence and practical skills for you to excel in your chosen field.
Ready Today for Tomorrow
The decision-makers and influencers of society are excited about the challenges and possibilities of the future. JCU graduates are ready today, for tomorrow - future-focused and committed to making a difference.
A degree and a job is important. Graduate from JCU job-ready, with problem solving skills that make you valuable to employers and confident to forge your future in the global workforce.
Develop an understanding of how theory applies to practical outputs. With your skills at gathering and analysing data or applying critical thinking to complex social issues, JCU graduates lead the way in solving tomorrow’s most pressing challenges.
Committed to a Brighter Future
We are unique products of experience, personality, and hopes. We are at our best when we acknowledge the past, take advantage of what we have, and work towards an even better future. You will find a university in Australia that embraces this concept when you study with JCU.
Environmental sustainability is at the forefront of teaching, learning and life at JCU. Learn in world-class facilities, like the JCU Science Place, built using a contemporary, energy efficient design and collaborative classrooms.
Explore unique Australian ecosystems as you study on the doorstep of unrivalled research locations and access World Heritage natural environments. Work on the Great Barrier Reef at the JCU Daintree Rainforest Observatory or the JCU Fletcherview Research Station in the dry savannahs of the Australian Outback. Understand the intricacies of tropical climate and learn from world-class researches at the Australian Tropical Science and Innovation Precinct or the Australian Institute of Tropical Health & Medicine.
Build valuable professional networks while developing the skills and knowledge to make a difference. Become a leader in your field and help us create a brighter future for the world.
*Times Higher Education University Impact Ratings 2019 ^CWUR 2017 Rankings Rated number 1 in the world for Marine and Freshwater Biology #QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey National Report