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Why Choose James Cook University?
Central Brisbane CBD Location
Study in a modern city-campus located in Brisbane’s central business district, close to major employers, public transport, shopping and professional hubs.
Globally Recognised JCU Degree
Graduate with a full James Cook University degree that carries the same academic standing and international recognition as JCU’s Townsville and Cairns campuses.
Faster Graduation with Trimester System
Three intakes per year allow motivated students to accelerate their studies and complete their degree sooner than at semester-based universities.
Career-Focused Business & IT Programs
Programs emphasise practical, industry-relevant skills in business and information technology, aligned with global employment demand.
Small Classes & Strong Student Support
Smaller class sizes, accessible lecturers and dedicated international student services provide personalised academic and wellbeing support.
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Campus Locations
Townsville (Bebegu Yumba)
The university's headquarters, situated in a tropical health and knowledge precinct.
Cairns (Nguma-bada & Bada-jali)
Offers rainforest settings with modern facilities, with Nguma-bada near northern beaches and Bada-jali in the city center.
Brisbane
A modern city campus in the CBD, offering select courses
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Course Highlights
|
Program (examples) |
Level |
Typical Duration |
Approx. Annual Tuition (AUD) |
Intakes (Brisbane) |
Notes |
|
Bachelor of Business |
UG |
3 years (can be accelerated) |
~AUD 29,300–34,600 per year (range from recent data) |
Mainly Feb, May, Sep (trimesters) |
Offers majors in management and related business fields. |
|
Bachelor of Information Technology |
UG |
3 years |
Similar band ~AUD 29,000–35,000 per year |
Feb, May, Sep |
Industry‑focused IT degree offered at the Brisbane campus. |
|
Other UG programs (approx. 5 at Brisbane) |
UG |
3 years |
Average first‑year fees AUD 29,312–34,608 |
Trimester intakes |
About five core undergraduate programs for internationals. |
|
Postgraduate business/IT (e.g., MIM, MS, MBA streams) |
PG |
2 years |
Typical annual fees AUD 29,600–38,000 |
Feb, May, Sep |
Around 10 postgraduate programs are offered, including MIM and MS options. |
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Popular Study Areas
Business and Commerce (undergraduate and postgraduate)
Information Technology and related majors.
Management, International Business and other business‑related master’s programs.
Selected hospitality or tourism‑linked business pathways (depending on intake).
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Entry Requirements
Undergraduate degrees:
- Academic: Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent overseas qualification with required overall results.
- English: Generally, IELTS 6.0 overall with no band below 6.0 or equivalent PTE/TOEFL score
Postgraduate coursework:
- Academic: Recognised bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field; minimum GPA requirement applies.
- English: Usually IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 or recognised equivalent.
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Scholarships at James Cook University
- Typical value: about 25% reduction in tuition fees for eligible international students for the length of the course.
- Criteria: strong prior academic performance and ongoing satisfactory progress.
- GPA‑linked tuition discounts and recognition awards for high‑achieving students each trimester.
- Benefits may include additional tuition reductions and campus honours or certificates.
- James Cook University also offers a broader range of international scholarships and financial aid schemes that may be available for certain nationalities or programs.
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Student Support Services
Orientation, visa guidance and personalised assistance help students settle smoothly into study and life in Brisbane.
Workshops and learning resources support academic success, communication skills and study confidence.
Resume support, interview preparation and job-search guidance help students prepare for part-time work and future careers.
Small classes, accessible lecturers and Brisbane-wide cultural, social and professional events create a supportive city-campus experience.
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