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
Laura Jensen
Laura is studying the combined Bachelor of Nursing Science – Bachelor of Midwifery degree
"I'm from Cairns and my mother is from the Gungganyji tribe in Yarrabah. I only completed Year 10 and did not think university was an option for me.
Everyone at the Indigenous Education and Research Centre is helpful and I found out there were other pathways to university, so I completed the Diploma of Higher Education (Health) to help me get into my degree. I really like the Centre and knowing that I have somewhere to go, especially because I was shy when I started university. They are like a family, everyone supports and helps each other.
After I graduate, I want to head to a rural town and work in collaboration with other health professionals to help bring birthing back to rural and remote areas."
Explore JCU's Nursing and Midwifery Course Options
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'."
Find out more about the JCU Bachelor of Arts Degree