All Levels
JCU International Excellence Scholarship
UG / PG 25% tuition, full degree
JC
James Cook University, Townsville
Townsville, Australia
"JCU's main campus in tropical Townsville, near the Great Barrier Reef"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#440 (QS)
PSW VISA
2-3 years (subclass 485)
About James Cook University, Townsville
JCU Townsville is the main campus of James Cook University, with around 13,000 students, 16 per cent of them international. It is at Douglas in Townsville, North Queensland, close to the Great Barrier Reef, and is JCU's hub for marine science, medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, engineering and nursing. JCU became a university in 1970 and is ranked #=438 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Townsville is a regional city, so graduates can get extra post-study work time. JCU does not charge an application fee.
Rankings & Recognition
#440
Main campus of James Cook University, ranked #440 in QS 2026 (#=438 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Innovative Research Universities (IRU)
JCU Singapore campus (2003)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with James Cook University, Townsville's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Key Facts
approx. 13,000
Campus Students
16%
International
1970
University Since
None
Application Fee
North Queensland (regional)
Region
Popular Programs
Marine Biology
Environmental Science
Medicine
Nursing
Tropical Health
Engineering
Application Details
Application Route
Online via JCU
Application Fee
No fee
SP1 2027 Deadline
4 January 2027
SP2 2027 Deadline
17 May 2027
Class 12 (UG)
approx. 65-75%
IELTS (UG / PG)
approx. 6.0 / 6.5
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS Academic (Undergraduate)
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approx. 6.0 |
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IELTS Academic (Postgraduate)
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approx. 6.5 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (subclass 500)
Post-Study Work
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled migration (points test)
Financials
Application Fee
No application fee
Avg Scholarship
25% tuition
Career Outcomes
approx. 92.7% in 6 months
PG Graduate Employment
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
International Students — 18%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
JCU Townsville is at Douglas, about 15 minutes from Townsville city, with on-campus halls and research stations.
Campus Details
Douglas
campus
approx.
13
000
students
Campus Forecast
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
JCU halls of residence in Townsville
Dining
Campus cafes and nearby city food outlets
Health & Wellness
OSHC required; counselling and wellbeing support
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Orientation events
Industry networking
Diversity & Demographics
Campus Students
approx. 13,000
International Students
16%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (international)
approx. AUD 34,960-65,960 / year
Townsville
Regional (485 bonus)
Living cost (visa evidence)
AUD 29,710 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Study Period 1 2027 (February): apply by 4 January 2027. Study Period 2 2027 (July): apply by 17 May 2027 offshore. Medicine, Dentistry and Vet Science 2027 have their own earlier rounds.
Scholarships at James Cook University, Townsville
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12: approx. 65-75% (higher for medicine, dentistry, vet). IELTS approx. 6.0.
Postgraduate
3-year Indian bachelor's with approx. 60% (B average) in a related field. IELTS approx. 6.5.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (Undergraduate)
IELTS Academic (Postgraduate)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Completion certificates
English test results (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL)
Genuine Student statement
CV / resume (postgraduate)
Financial evidence
OSHC health cover (after offer)
Application Process
1
Choose course
Check the course entry and English requirements on jcu.edu.au.
2
Apply
Apply online or through an authorised agent and pay the application.
3
Letter of Offer
Receive a conditional or full Letter of Offer.
4
Accept & get CoE
Sign the offer, pay the deposit and OSHC, then receive your CoE.
5
Student visa
Apply online for a subclass 500 visa with your CoE and Genuine Student answers.
6
Arrive & enrol
Attend orientation and complete enrolment on campus.
Campus & Location
JCU Townsville is at Douglas, about 15 minutes from Townsville city, with on-campus halls and research stations.
Bachelor's
3
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Marine Science
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📍 Townsville
Bachelor's
Bachelor of Nursing Science
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Information Technology
Master's
1
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📍 Townsville
Master's
Master of Engineering (Professional)
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