Courses and Study

Courses and Study

At James Cook University, we’ll give you every opportunity to make your mark – with globally respected teaching staff and state-of-the-art facilities. Make life matter and take the first step in achieving your goals. Apply now.


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Best in class

James Cook University ranks number 1 in Australia for employer satisfaction, beating all other universities, in the Federal Government’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) Employer Satisfaction Survey National Report released in 2018.

JCU is the only university in Queensland to be awarded 5 stars for graduate job success 7 years running by the Good Universities Guide 2017.

JCU equips students with work-ready skills, giving the opportunity for field trips, work integrated learning (WIL) and practical placements with key industry partners. In many courses, emphasis is placed on significant hours of practical experience and as a result, our graduates are in high demand. Students will graduate with the knowledge, confidence and work-ready skills needed to succeed.

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ARWU 2016

Ranked in the top 2% of universities in the pre-eminent global rankings system, the Academic Ranking of World Universities.

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Good Universities Guide 2017

The only Queensland university to be awarded 5-stars for graduate job success 7 years running.

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Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016

Placed in the top 50 universities around the world under 50 years old.

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Still haven’t found what you’re looking for? Browse our complete course guide, organise a campus tour or have questions answered on the spot.

Course guide

Course guide

Provides an overview of all the undergraduate courses available at JCU. You'll also find information about on-campus accommodation, campus life, student support, pathway options and more.

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Campus tour

Campus tour

Guided tours are a fantastic way to get a general overview of the campus, main lecture theatres, the library and other facilities. You’ll also get the chance to talk to future and current students.

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