We empower students to be independent, critical and analytical thinkers, and assist them to plan, set and achieve their goals.
At JCU, students have access to a wealth of professional development opportunities, mentor and peer-support programs, and learning support, as well as free learning, reading, writing and maths study sessions.
Students can also take advantage of our dedicated meeting spaces and computer labs to commune and provide and receive peer support.
Current Students
JCU students have free access to academic, personal and financial support services and advice
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Community
We give voice to Indigenous students, their families and communities, and celebrate our collective achievements
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Teaching and Learning
Our students gain knowledge and understanding of the importance of culture to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and other Indigenous peoples living in the Tropics
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Our Staff
Meet our dynamic team of academic and teaching staff, professional staff, academic support advisors, student support officers and researchers
Read moreWe pay our respects to our ancestors and Elders past, present and future
We acknowledge the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this nation and the traditional custodians of the lands on which our campuses are located and where we conduct our business.
JCU is committed to honouring Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their rich contribution to JCU and society.
Hear from graduates and current students
Tracey Hough
Tracey is enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts, majoring in English and Anthropology
"I am a Gungalidda (Burketown area) woman on my father's side and Mithaka (Windorah area) on my mother's side. I grew up and went to school in Mount Isa. I regarded myself as an average student and never thought I would attend university.
Learning has been the highlight of university. I have enjoyed all of my subjects, especially the core Bachelor of Arts subjects, which were fascinating. I like the friendly, helpful atmosphere of the Centre. They provide good student support services.
There is so much to marvel at, knowledge is a powerful tool. I always like to say to people, 'Take a chance on yourself, you are the master of your fate and the captain of your soul'."
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Cheyenne Gamble
Cheyenne plans to graduate in 2019 with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy degree
"I'm from Pentland, a small town on the way from Townsville to Mount Isa. I decided I wanted to become an occupational therapist when I was in Year 10. I had known that I wanted to be in the health industry since I was 12, when my first nephew was born and diagnosed with several health problems. I decided I wanted to be able to help him and others live a little easier, so they can have the same opportunities.
Studying [at JCU] has opened up so many opportunities for me to join associations that I never would have if I wasn't at JCU. I have made friends and gained connections all over Australia.
I have an Indigenous background and I gained a lot of support and encouragement to keep pushing through my course when other things pulled me down. I'm most proud of the 'small wins' I've achieved while studying and doing my practicals."
Find out more about the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy degree