James Cook University
James Cook University (JCU) has three campuses: two are located in the north, in Queensland (Townsville and Cairns), Australia and one in Singapore. The university has around 20 000 students, and of those about 12 000 study in Townsville, approximately 6 000 study in the Cairns campus and the rest study in Singapore
- Country
- Australia
- City
- Townsville/Cairns
- Agreement
- Study Abroad
- Type
- Studies
About the partner institution
Townsville has around 160 000 inhabitants, and Cairns has around 150 000. Both cities are natural starting points to visit the Great Barrier Reef, as well as being ideal places for those who like tropical climates, nature and a vast wildlife.
Students from most subject areas can also find fantastic opportunities at JCU, and UiA’s agreement is open for students from all subject areas. JCU does not only have good professional offers for international students, it also has a great support network that organises fun events such as Fridays Barbeques and weekend trips.
Available places:
Places with tuition: Unlimited
Requirements
You must be registered at a study programme at UiA and have completed at least 60 studypoints before departure to be eligible to go on an exchange.
Students must have a 4 in English from the Norwegian Videregående skole to be able to attend James Cook University. Students with other educational backgrounds must contact the International Education Office for advice.
Credits and courses
Most of the courses at JCU have 3 credit points each. You need 12 credit points to get credit for 30 studypoints.
James Cook University offer subjects within most study programmes.
The academic year
July - November
February - June
Tuition fees and scholarships
Information about the tuition fees can be found here. Students from UiA can deduct 15% from the stated fees.
Accommodation
In Townsville, JCU has its own student accommodation on campus. In Cairns, JCU collaborates with a housing firm that has rooms and apartments that are short walking distance from the university.
How to apply
Application deadlines:
- 10 February for exchange in the autumn semester or full year exchange
- 10 September for exchange in the spring semester