James Cook University
James Cook University is dedicated to creating a brighter future for Northern Australia and the Tropics through education and research that make a difference.
Operating across two countries with three main campuses and multiple study centres, JCU supports the education, research and vibrancy of Northern Australia and the Tropics.
Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide1 we are focused on addressing the critical challenges facing the Tropics, in areas as diverse as Medicine, Dentistry, Marine Science, Nursing, Arts and Society.
Inspired by a research-rich environment, the significance of our endeavours is recognised globally by the most credible world university rankings providers. Our strong performance is assessed on quality, relevance and impact.
Make the move
Become part of a university quite unlike any other in Australia. Take advantage of a laidback tropical lifestyle with the convenience of city services close at hand. Enjoy the exceptional diversity of nature, ranging from reef to rainforest and outback. Unwind and take in the beauty of World Heritage sites the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. Located at the heart of a tropical health and knowledge precinct, JCU Townsville, Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas is an innovative place to work.
1 2024 Times Higher Education World University Rankings and 2023 Shanghai Ranking Academic Ranking of World Universities as a percentage of higher education providers in the International Association of Universities (IAU) database
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