James Cook University Brisbane

Overview

Conveniently located in a modern high-rise building in the heart of Brisbane's CBD, at James Cook University Brisbane (JCUB) you can explore a wide range of courses and find a study area that suits you. Our campus features interactive learning spaces, comfortable student lounges and a resource centre where you can mingle with university staff and fellow students from over 88 countries. As a JCUB student you have access to dedicated student support including opportunities for enhanced job-support services, academic learning advisors, counselling, employment assistance, and English language and academic pathways.

Facilities

Canteen/Cafeteria Facility Course and career counselling services International student clubs and associations Library on Campus Off campus accommodation On campus medical facilities Overseas graduations Parking Religious facilities - Combined facilities Social activities Special English language Special enrolment and orientation Sporting facilities Sporting facilities - Gym Sporting facilities - Team sports Sporting facilities - Variety of clubs Transportation Wifi

Scholarships

Academic Excellence Scholarship: James Cook University Brisbane recognises exceptional academic effort by students by offering a scholarship-based Academic Excellence Award system which runs over a three trimester period. JCU Brisbane 25% Scholarship: JCU Brisbane scholarships are offered to students enrolled in a full degree program and will be paid into a student's Tuition Fee Account against their outstanding balance.

Accommodation

The Student One residences are located right in the heart of Brisbane's City Centre, only a short 200m or 3 minute walk away from the JCU Brisbane campus to either residence Student One Wharf Street or Student One Adelaide Street. fully furnished and air-conditioned rooms free unlimited high-speed internet communal and breakout spaces for socialising and study media and games rooms with large screens for movies and gaming gym and free bicycles and purpose-built bicycle storage communal kitchen and outdoor BBQ for cooking and entertaining 148 vehicle car parks for rent International students can choose to live with a family in a homestay through the Australian Homestay Network (AHN). Students will enjoy everyday activities with their AHN homestay host including: being shown around the community help with the basics of Australian culture taking part in everyday conversation learning basics such as buying transport tickets, where the local shops are, how to access banking, internet, mobile phone and personal safety tips help with English and 'Aussie' words and phrases help with the search for appropriate longer term accommodation options if required ongoing support from AHN AHN Homestay is recommended as the best option for all new International Students visiting Australia for the first time.

Special Services

Academic support, Health and wellbeing, Careers support and planning

Study Abroad

Our Study Abroad program has two distinct options to complement your degree and career aspirations. To gain credit at your home university for JCU subjects, liaise with your academic advisor.