James Cook University (JCU) is the second oldest university in Queensland. Because of its tropical location, JCU boasts an ideal environment, surrounded by tropical rain forest, dry savana, and the famous Great Barrier Reef. Its unique location gives their students the opportunity to experience a diverse environment which is cannot be found in other universities. JCU has 3 campuses in Australia: Townsville, Cairns and Brisbane. It also has one overseas campus located in Singapore. The total of number of enrolments in JCU every year reaches around 18.000 students of which 5.000 of them are international from over 100 different countries. There are more than 300 courses offered in JCU for international students from undergraduate to post graduate degrees. JCU is also ranked 17th out of 400 Australian universities for their academic program registered in ARWU in 2008.
Over the past five years, JCU academics have won 31 national awards for teaching excellence from the Australian Teaching and Learning Council. This is even more than other countries could reach. JCU is recognised around the world for its expertise in marine biology, environmental studies, tropical health, and tourism. Many other awards have been bestowed upon JCU , making the university well known around the world.
International students wishing to study at JCU require their last study certificate and IELTS certificate which minimum score of 6 to 7. If they don’t meet the IELTS requirement, they can take an ELICOS course prior their commencement in university. Internationals student from certain countries who have just graduated from year 12 of their high school, may also be suggested to take Foundation program for one year or more to adjust their qualification with Australian education standard.
To apply to study at JCU you may contact education ONE, as an authorised representative agent for JCU. Rather than doing it alone, our agency will be able to simplify your application process for you. Students from Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, The Philippines, India, Nepal, China, Hong Kong, America, Africa, Europe, other countries in Asia, Papua New Guinea, Australia and New Zealand can trust their education consultation needs to education ONE. education ONE is a Perth-based education agency, registered with JCU.. Alongside the education division, education ONE operates a separate migration agent called ONE derland Consulting which means that the advice given is always based on up to date migration law & regulation in Australia. International students who are already in Australia and wish to change their education provider to JCU can also contact education ONE. Our friendly & expert consultants will ready to help you to gain success in Australia.
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