James Cook University - Townsville

1 James Cook Drive Douglas, Townsville, Queensland, Australia | Public University | Established 1970

About us

James Cook University offers all students a world-class education. Located in North Queensland, JCU has a focus on both teaching and research. JCU is ranked as one of the top 400 universities in the world and is also ranked as number one in the world for Marine and Freshwater Biology. Students can enjoy a vibrant and diverse campus with a supportive learning environment and expert teaching staff.

JCU Townsville is Australia’s largest university campus, approximately a 20-minute drive or 45-minute bus from the city centre. Students can be part of a thriving teaching, research and community hub with the latest equipment to help them to excel at university and in their career. Students can enjoy Townsville’s laid-back tropical yet cosmopolitan lifestyle – with plenty of sporting and cultural events, festivals and markets.

Why James Cook University - Townsville

  • Campus Life and Surroundings: Townsville is Australia's largest tropical city. It is home to the headquarters of Australia’s major marine research and management authorities including the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and the Australian Institute of Marine Science. Townsville is also famous for an average of 320 days of sunshine per year!

  • Facilities: Students have access to a gymnasium, basketball courts, tennis courts, squash courts, netball courts, rugby and soccer fields, hockey fields, cricket pitches and swimming pool. Students also have access to a range of on-campus services including dental, medical, psychological, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology and exercise physiology clinics.

  • Relevant and Practical Curriculum: As a JCU graduate, students will have the perfect balance of technical skills and creative outside-the-box thinking. Students will be equipped with the expert knowledge and job-ready skills to stand out in their chosen career path. Practical, immersive learning is emphasised – making JCU graduates highly employable. Field trips and practical placements are just some of the real-world experiences on offer at JCU.

  • World-Class Research: Students can study at a university known for its world-leading research, knowledge infrastructure, partnerships and research findings. JCU is committed to creating a brighter future for life in the tropics world-wide through discoveries that make a difference.

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Fees

Courses Duration 1st Year Tuition Fees
Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (026830C) 3 Year AUD 34,480
Bachelor of Business and Environmental Science (070556F) 3 Year AUD 34,480
Double Degree - Bachelor of Business & Bachelor of Laws (031833B) 5 Year AUD 32,280
Double Degree - Bachelor of Business & Bachelor of Psychological Science (085453A) 4 Year AUD 32,280
Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Honours) (096261G) 4 Year AUD 37,360
Bachelor of Education - Primary (081941F) 4 Year AUD 30,400
Bachelor of Education - Secondary (081942E) 4 Year AUD 30,400
Bachelor of Geology (062452C) 3 Year AUD 37,360
Bachelor of Information Technology (010438J ) 3 Year AUD 30,400
Bachelor of Laws (0102134) 3 Year AUD 32,280
Bachelor of Marine Science (056552E) 3 Year AUD 37,680
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) (094675A) 4 Year AUD 34,480
Double Degree - Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (043052K) 6 Year AUD 57,880
Bachelor of Nursing Science (010441C 3 Year AUD 32,280
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) (094677K) 4 Year AUD 32,720
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) (094678J) 4 Year AUD 37,080
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (053801F) 4 Year AUD 35,280
Bachelor of Planning (056694B) 4 Year AUD 34,480
Bachelor of Psychological Science (085452B) 3 Year AUD 32,280
Bachelor of Social Work (010351E) 4 Year AUD 30,080
Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) (094679G) 4 Year AUD 35,280
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (029013A) 3 Year AUD 32,280
Double Degree - Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science & Bachelor of Psychological Science (093297G) 5 Year AUD 32,280
Bachelor of Veterinary Science (063658C) 5 Year AUD 59,200
Master of Information Technology - Computing (084823K) 2 Year AUD 32,720
Master of Professional Accounting (081135C) 2 Year AUD 32,280
Master of Public Health (040170F) 1.6 Year AUD 39,120
Master of Medical Science (096262F) 2 Year AUD 32,270
Master of Psychology - Clinical (019793F) 2 Year AUD 40,208
Master of Animal Sciences (0101103) 1.6 Year AUD 40,208
Master of Business Administration (023352G) 1.6 Year AUD 32,720
Master of Business Administration - Leadership (095864K) 2 Year AUD 32,720
Double Degree - Master of Business Administration & Master of Conflict Management and Resolution (069811F 2 Year AUD 32,720
Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (102438K) 1.6 Year AUD 32,280
Double Degree - Master of Information Technology & Master of Business Administration (053817J 2 Year AUD 32,720
Double Degree - Master of Professional Accounting & Master of Business Administration (055156C) 2 Year AUD 39,120
Double Degree - Master of Public Health & Master of Business Administration (040171E) 2 Year AUD 32,280
Master of Public Health and Tropical Medicine (026849C) 1.6 Year AUD 30,400
Master of Social Work - Professional Qualifying (070091A) 2 Year AUD 30,400
Master of Teaching and Learning - Primary (096028E) 2 Year AUD 30,400
Master of Teaching and Learning - Secondary (095676C) 2 Year AUD 30,400
Master of Tropical Veterinary Science (044960K) 2 Year AUD 40,280
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology (010346B) 3 Year AUD 30,800
Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology (010346B) 3 Year AUD 30,800
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology (010346B 3 Year AUD 30,800
Bachelor of Arts - Design and Creative Arts (010346B) 3 Year AUD 30,800
Bachelor of Arts - English (010346B) 3 Year AUD 30,800
Bachelor of Arts - History (010346B) 3 Year AUD 30,800
Bachelor of Arts - Human Geography (010346B) 3 Year AUD 30,800
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services (010346B) 3 Year AUD 30,800
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Admission Requirements

Courses Exams
Bachelors courses
  • Min TOEFL iBT: 74 (Min Listening: 18.0, Min Reading: 18.0, Min Speaking: 18.0, Min Writing: 18.0)
  • Min IELTS overall: 6 (Min Listening: 6.0, Min Reading: 6.0, Min Speaking: 6.0, Min Writing: 6.0)
  • Min PTE overall: 52 (Min Listening: 52, Min Reading: 52, Min Speaking: 52, Min Writing: 52)
Master courses
  • Min TOEFL iBT: 86 (Min Listening: 21.0, Min Reading: 21.0, Min Speaking: 21.0, Min Writing: 21.0)
  • Min IELTS overall: 6.5 (Min Listening: 6.0, Min Reading: 6.0, Min Speaking: 6.0, Min Writing: 6.0)
  • Min PTE overall: 58 (Min Listening: 54, Min Reading: 54, Min Speaking: 54, Min Writing: 54)

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