James Cook University Brisbane (JCUB) Australia

• Year of foundation: 1961 (university college), 1970 (university status)
• Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
• Age: from 17 years old
• Language of instruction: English
• Type of institution: State University
• Accommodation: student residence, host family.

• Campus community: staff and students from over 88 countries,
• Student support: academic learning advisors and counseling,
• Career support: employment assistance and enhanced job-support services.

JCU's research aims to address global challenges and improve outcomes for people living in the Tropics. Its work covers marine science, tropical medicine, tourism, and biodiversity.

At The Learning Centre, students can receive one-on-one consultations, attend peer-assisted study sessions, and use guides for assignments and exams. After-hours online study support is also available.

JCU offers free short courses and workshops covering core academic skills, academic writing, self-study, and mathematics.

• JCU ranks #1 in Australia for ecology,
• JCU has a 5-Star rating for social equity,
• JCU has held a 5-Star QS Stars rating for research since 2021,
• 83% of JCU research fields are ranked world class or higher,
• JCU has 6 highly cited researchers,
• At JCU Brisbane, students with an average GPA of 6.0–6.49 at the end of their fourth trimester receive a Silver JCUB Campus Medal and an official Commendation signed by the Campus Executive, while those with a GPA of 6.5 or higher receive a Gold Campus Medal and an official Commendation signed by the Campus Executive.

Graduates from 34 countries took part in JCU Brisbane's 2026 graduation ceremony.

The University provides assistance in the selection of housing and other issues. The institution works closely with the residence of The Student One, located in the heart of the city, 3 minutes walk from the campus. It can simultaneously accommodate up to 687 residents, provided many options to meet different requirements and budgets: from single and double rooms to single rooms in apartments with 5 bedrooms + each student gets access to round-the-clock service. Opportunities:

• Fully furnished, air-conditioned rooms.
• Free unlimited high speed internet
• Public spaces for socializing and studying
• Media and gaming rooms with large screens for movies and games.
• Gym
• Free bicycles and specially equipped storage space
• Shared kitchen and outdoor barbecue for relaxing and cooking, socializing
• Parking for 148 places.

In addition, you can use the services of the specialized organization Australian Homestay Network (AHN) (living in Australian families), which helps in finding and designing a suitable option. Advantages of accommodation in the family:

• Introduction to society
• Understanding the basics of Australian culture
• Casual communication in English
• Help with daily activities: purchasing transport tickets, local shops, access to banking services, the Internet, mobile phones and personal safety tips
• Help with English and Australian words and phrases
• Assistance in finding suitable long-term accommodation options.

Host families are especially recommended to first-year students and those students who study abroad for the first time.

Meals when staying in a residence are organized independently; when staying in a family, various types of meals are possible.

Students are immersed in the turbulent life of the university and the city, can organize their leisure time, doing various sports, activities and activities. On campus there are constantly held various competitions, holidays and festivals; students attend excursions, participate in campaigns, make visits to the offices of various companies.

• JCU Brisbane offers a general higher education-focused certificate that helps students build academic abilities,
• Specialized Diploma courses develop the specific knowledge and skills required for a particular JCU degree.

Brisbane is one of the safest and fastest growing cities in the country, one of the first hundred global cities in the world. The campus is located in the heart of the city, where there are fully equipped educational and administrative areas. Opportunities:

• Classrooms (comfortable places to work, the best multimedia equipment)
• Administration offices
• Library
• Computer audiences
• Conference rooms
• Audience for leisure and independent work
• Student center
• Career and Student Employment Center
• Cafe
• Recreation and games.

The JCU Brisbane campus is located in a modern high-rise building in the heart of Brisbane's CBD. Campus facilities include:

• interactive learning spaces,
• comfortable student lounges,
• a resource center.

Beginning of classes: March, July, November. The academic year is divided into trimesters:

• March-june
• July-October
• November-March.

Extra charges:

• Registration fee
• Deposit confirming a place on the course
• Exam Board
• Tuition deposit
• Air tickets in both directions
• Round trip
• Mandatory Medical Insurance
• Personal pocket expenses
• Visa fees and services, translation and certification of documents
• Consular fee (paid at the Embassy).

Annual tuition is based on enrollment in 8 subjects and increases pro rata when a student enrolls in more than 8 subjects. Students on a student visa must enroll in all 3 trimesters, each of which lasts about 4 months.

The Student Services and Amenities Fee is compulsory for all JCU Brisbane students and must be paid by each subject's Payment Due Date.

Some JCU Brisbane pathway programs provide a university-supported transition to specific higher education programs at the campus.

1. Age: from 17 years old

2. Level of education:

• For undergraduate: high school diploma (12 years of study)
• For graduate and MBA: bachelor's degree

3. English level:

• For undergraduate: IELTS 6.0 (with indicators not lower than 6.0) / PTE Academic 57 / TOEFL ibt: 79 / Cambridge: FCE (Grade A, score 80+), CAE (Grade C, score 52 +) / CEFR Level: B2 / C1
• For graduate and MBA: IELTS 6.5 (at least 6.0 by sections) / PTE Academic 64 / TOEFL ibt 90 / TOEFL Paper: 570 / Cambridge: CPE (Grade C, score 45+), CAE (Grade C, score 58 +) / CEFR Level: B2 / C1.

All applicants must meet JCU's academic and English-language entry requirements.

• Applicants who have just completed secondary schooling in their home country are assessed for undergraduate entry using their school grades,
• For a joint degree, the required grade is determined by the component degree with the higher entry score.

• The JCU Brisbane Scholarship provides up to 25% toward tuition. Recipients must maintain a GPA of at least 4.0 and enroll full time in 3 subjects per trimester,
• The Academic Excellence Scholarship runs for 3 trimesters, and students may first receive recognition after completing their second trimester,
• The AUD 3,500 English Proficiency Scholarship is available to eligible international students from select regions who meet the required English-language test score,
• The AUD 3,500 High Achiever Scholarship is available to eligible international students from select regions who have strong academic results and do not need to submit an English-language test score for admission.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision