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James Cook University Brisbane
Established in
1970Famous For
Business, Data Science, Engineering
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
Ranked among the top 2% of universities worldwide, James Cook University (JCU) is committed to addressing the key challenges facing tropical Australia, particularly in areas such as medicine, dentistry, marine science, nursing, and the arts and society. To support this mission, JCU’s campuses in Queensland, primarily in Townsville, Cairns, and Brisbane, offer a research-intensive environment alongside a welcoming and student-focused atmosphere.
JCU Brisbane (JCUB) is located in a modern high-rise building in the heart of Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD), featuring interactive learning spaces, comfortable student lounges, and a well-equipped resource centre.
At James Cook University Brisbane, students can prepare for a successful career by enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in disciplines such as business, information technology, tourism, and hospitality. They also benefit from small class sizes, personalised learning, strong industry engagement, and practical, real-world learning opportunities.
CRICOS code: 00117J
Services
James Cook University Brisbane offers a range of support services to help international students succeed and access the best possible learning experience during their time at university. At JCUB, students can benefit from services like:
- One-on-one consults, peer-assisted study sessions, and guides on assignments and exams through The Learning Centre
- After-hours online study support
- Academic writing workshops, self-study sessions, and mathematics refresher courses
JCUB’s Student Services team – the first point of contact for international students – strives to help students experience a smooth transition to university life by advising on enrolments, courses, fees, and assessments and exams. Additionally, JCUB students can access employment support, training, workshops, and a range of work experience and internship opportunities to prepare for their future careers.
Rankings
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28th in Australia in the QS World University Rankings 2026
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5-stars for student-teacher ratio and social equity in the Good Universities Guide 2025
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5-stars for full-time employment in the Good Universities Guide 2025
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Top 100 in the world for Earth and Marine Sciences, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
Accommodation
Depending on their lifestyles and budget, students at James Cook University Brisbane can access a variety of accommodation options near campus, like homestays, purpose-built student housing, and shared houses. JCUB specifically recommends the following accommodation options for students:
- Amberstudent student accommodations
- CoVE Upper Mount Gravatt apartments
- Homestays through the Australian Homestay Network
- Student One (Brisbane’s premium student accommodation)
- UniLodge
- University Living
JCUB staff can guide students through these different options and provide advice on rental rights and responsibilities in Australia.
Location
Located in a high-rise building in the Brisbane CBD, the JCU Brisbane campus gives students access to interactive learning spaces, a resource centre, and a prayer room. JCUB also has comfortable student lounges, where students can enjoy a pool table, carrom, table tennis, gaming consoles, and kitchen and dining facilities.
James Cook University, Brisbane is located in a beautiful tropical corner of Australia – Brisbane – known for its year-round sunshine and riverfront setting. Students can easily settle into Brisbane’s laid-back, multicultural charm and enjoy its world-class dining and arts scene. This combination of big-city attractions and relaxed Australian lifestyle makes it a great city for students to live, study, work, and play.
International students can access Brisbane through the Brisbane Airport, which is a 20-minute drive away from JCUB. This makes it convenient for international students first arriving in Australia, as they can quickly find their way to campus after landing.
Courses offered at James Cook University Brisbane
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