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UNDERGRADUATE & POSTGRADUATE International 2021 Study Guide No. 1 TOP TOP In the world for Marine 400 40 and Freshwater Biology1 Universities in the world2 of modern universities6 Why JCU? • Get a world-class education • Benefit from small class sizes • Join global leaders in research, marine • Utilise financial support through JCU sciences, biodiversity and tropical ecology Scholarships • Develop job-ready skills in state-of-the-art • Make friends and enjoy on-campus facilities accommodation options • Achieve exceptional employment • Hands-on learning in spectacular, outcomes World Heritage listed reefs and rainforests MAKE THE MOST OF OUR NO. TOP WARM, SUNNY CLIMATE 1 400 AND ENJOY SUN, BEACH, IN THE WORLD FOR UNIVERSITIES FIVE STARS FOR RAINFOREST, AND THE MARINE AND FRESHWATER IN THE WORLD2 FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT3 AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK BIOLOGY1 JCU ORPHEUS ISLAND FIVE STARS FOR RESEARCH STATION 21,972 4,698 SOCIAL EQUITY3 STUDENTS EMPLOYEES ON-CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION EXPERIENCE AUSTRALIAN FOR OVER AUSTRALIA’S FIRST 26 INTERNET OF THINGS CULTURE IN A WELCOMING JCU SPECIALISED RESEARCH LAB AND DIVERSE COMMUNITY RESEARCH CENTRES 1,600 & INSTITUTES STUDENTS 1 CWUR 2017 Rankings: Ranked number 1 in the world for marine and freshwater biology. Ranked number 2 in the world for biodiversity conservation. 2 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). 3 2020 Good Universities Guide. NO. RESEARCH 1 CONNECTIONS TO JCU DAINTREE IN THE WORLD FOR RAINFOREST OBSERVATORY GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP FOR SUSTAINABLE 124 DEVELOPMENT 6 COUNTRIES ‘WORLD CLASS NO. 2 OR BETTER’ IN THE WORLD FOR ACCESS TO LEADING IN AREAS BIODIVERSITY ACADEMICS FIVE STARS FOR CONSERVATION 1 STUDENT SUPPORT3 38 OF RESEARCH5 TOP 30 117 HANDS-ON LEARNING OF MODERN FIVE STARS FOR INDUSTRY RESEARCH UNIVERSITIES6 SKILLS DEVELOPMENT3 CONTRACTS STUDENTS FROM WORLD-CLASS $1.9Bn FACILITIES IN FUTURE FIVE STARS FOR 108 4 3 INVESTMENT LEARNER ENGAGEMENT COUNTRIES FIELD AND LAB TIME, 15 CONNECT WITH JCU FLETCHERVIEW WORK-INTEGRATED PROFESSIONAL NETWORKS RESEARCH STATION LEARNING PROGRAMS DISTINGUISHED AND INTERNSHIPS PROFESSORSHIPS 4 2017 JCU Economic Impact and Human Capital Report. 5 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) 2018. 6 Times Higher Education (THE) Best young universities in the world 2020. CRICOS Provider Code 00117J JCU: Ready today for tomorrow OSLO STOCKHOLM COPENHAGEN LONDON PARIS ROME MADRID SEOUL OSAKA TOKYO BEIJING DUBAI Tropic of Cancer NEW DELHI HONG KONG HANOI MANILA LAGOS KUALA LUMPUR Equator Singapore NAIROBI BALI PORT MORESBY Cairns Townsville Tropic of Capricorn BRISBANE PERTH SYDNEY MELBOURNE AUCKLAND The flight routes on this map are a selection of what is available and indicative only. Please search appropriate airport websites for more information. 2 | jcu.edu.au CRICOS Provider Code 00117J Contents VC’s welcome ..........................................................4 FUNDING YOUR STUDIES English entry requirements ...............................63 Funding your studies and scholarships ..........20 Postgraduate degrees at JCU ........................... 64 OUR LOCATIONS Higher degrees by research .............................. 66 Enjoy the North Queensland lifestyle .............6 JCU COLLEGE Undergraduate courses and fees .....................67 JCU Cairns .................................................................8 Pathways to JCU ...................................................22 JCU Townsville .........................................................9 Entry requirements - JCU College ...................69 JCU Singapore ........................................................10 STUDY AREAS Undergraduate academic entry requirements ......................................................... 71 JCU Brisbane ...........................................................11 Arts and Social Sciences .....................................24 Business and Commerce ....................................27 Postgraduate coursework courses CAREER OUTCOMES Education ............................................................... 34 and fees ...................................................................74 Your dream career starts with JCU ................. 12 Engineering ............................................................37 Postgraduate research courses and fees .......78 JCU RESEARCH Environmental Management ........................... 40 HOW TO APPLY World-class research in more Healthcare Sciences ............................................41 than 38 study areas .............................................14 Information Technology .................................... 48 Undergraduate & Postgraduate coursework ............................................................ 80 Law ............................................................................ 51 Higher degrees by research ...............................82 STUDENT LIFE Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy.................52 Undergraduate & Postgraduate Student life .............................................................16 Planning ...................................................................54 JCU Accommodation ..........................................18 application form .................................................. 83 Psychology .............................................................56 Science .....................................................................58 Veterinary Science ...............................................62 G DARWIN R 2.5 hours E A VANCOUVER T B TORONTO ACairns NEW YORK R R I LOS ANGELES Northern TownsvilleE Territory R DALLAS Queensland R E Tropic of Capricorn E GUADALAJARA F MEXICO CITY AUSTRALIA Western AUSTRALIA Australia BRISBANE 2 hours BOGOTA South Australia QUITO New South PERTH SYDNEY LIMA Wales 2.5 hours 4.5 hours CANBERRA ADELAIDE RIO DE JANEIRO 3 hours Victoria ASUNCION SAO PAULO MELBOURNE 3 hours SANTIAGO BUENOS AIRES Tasmania Flight times indicate the approximate time taken to fly between cities, but may vary due to weather HOBART conditions and stop overs. Please search airline websites for more specific information. 5.5 hours CRICOS Provider Code 00117J jcu.edu.au | 3 Welcome to James Cook University The 2020s are set to be a time of significant global change as we navigate shifts in the way we study, work and live due to challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, global warming and biodiversity loss. These challenges present us with opportunities to reflect on how we opportunities and practical fieldwork placements, and enjoy working can contribute in a positive way towards our shared future. with staff and students from all over the world on our multicultural campuses. Armed with such experience, knowledge and appreciation, What do you see in your future? your possible futures are bright. Perhaps you would like to save lives? Preserve our oceans? Or work Thank you for taking a moment to explore our courses, and we look with cutting edge technology? forward to welcoming you to the JCU community. At JCU, we are here to inspire and support you as you take the next step towards your future success. Connect with peers and leading experts in small class sizes, study in world-class facilities, and connect with leading experts in their fields. Graduate with confidence, from a university ranked in the top 300 of universities worldwide1. In this era of great change and opportunity, international understanding and cultural appreciation is more important than ever. An international education gained at JCU can build your Professor Sandra Harding AO knowledge and appreciation for local, Indigenous, national and Vice Chancellor and President multinational cultures. Take advantage of work-integrated learning 1Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). 4 | jcu.edu.au CRICOS Provider Code 00117J James Cook University values and celebrates the diversity of our community and is committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming. JCU is proud to be part of the Respect. Now. Always. campaign – a national initiative led by Universities Australia to highlight our determination to ensure our students and staff are safe from discrimination and sexual harassment. Further information about the campaign and free services available for students can be found at jcu.edu.au/sew Our commitment to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples James Cook University is committed to building strong and mutually beneficial partnerships that work towards closing the employment, health and education gap for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our students come from many backgrounds, promoting rich cultural and experiential diversity on campus. We acknowledge the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters where we operate our business. We honour the unique cultural and spiritual relationship to the land, waters and seas of First Australian peoples and their continuing and rich contribution to James Cook University (JCU) and Australian society. We also pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past, present and future. Coming Together and Respecting Difference Acrylic on linen by Kassandra Savage (JCU Alumni) Language group: Waanyi and Walangama clan part of Gkuthaarn/Kukatj nations JCU acquired this artwork as part of our commitment to implement the Reconciliation Action Plan. The artwork represents JCU’s story in an Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander way: • Circles in the middle depicts JCU as a meeting place • Outer