James Cook University Brisbane

🏆 #405 globally (QS 2026) — Australia's leading university for marine and tropical research

🌊 Located in Townsville, Queensland — gateway to the Great Barrier Reef with dedicated marine research facilities.

🔬 #1 in the world for Marine and Freshwater Biology (CWTS Leiden Ranking)

🏭 National Sea Simulator: Australia's most advanced marine facility pumping 3M+ litres seawater daily for research.

🌟 Orpheus Island Research Station enables field research directly in Great Barrier Reef ecosystems

📚 Specialist programmes in coral reef ecology, marine conservation, and climate change impacts

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at James Cook University Brisbane is approximately AUD 36,899. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at James Cook University Brisbane is approximately AUD 39,148.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at James Cook University Brisbane for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

James Cook University Brisbane is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), and Engineers Australia.

The employment rate at James Cook University Brisbane is 84% within 6 to 12 months after graduation.

We do not have any courses from James Cook University Brisbane that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

James Cook University Brisbane offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• Australian student visa (Subclass 500) guidance and CRICOS compliance support through JCU Brisbane's International Student Services team

• JCU international scholarships and excellence awards available for eligible students at the Brisbane campus

• Academic advising, tutoring, and English language support through JCU's Learning Centre and ELSSA services

• Student accommodation guidance with private housing options and support near the Brisbane campus

• Career development through JCU's employability programme and Brisbane's industry networking connections

Some of the rankings of James Cook University Brisbane include:

#440 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)

#351-400 in the world (Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2026)

#3 in Australia (Good Universities Guide 2026)

Post-study work permit options at James Cook University Brisbane in Australia depend on your qualification level: Associate Degree, Diploma or Trade Qualification graduates can work for 1.5 years after graduation.; Bachelors and Masters (coursework) graduates can work for 2.0 years after graduation.; Masters (research) or PhD graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation..

Note: 35 years of age or under at the time of application. 1 or 2 year extension possible based on region of university and region of residence in Australia (age limit of 35) 50 years of age or under at the time of application. 1 or 2 year extension possible based on region of university and region of residence in Australia (age limit of 50)

International students at James Cook University Brisbane can work up to 48 hours per fortnight (every two weeks) during term time and can work unlimited hours during breaks in Australia. No separate work permit is required.