James Cook University Singapore is a branch campus of James Cook University, a public research university based in Australia. Established in 2003, it is currently the only overseas institution with university status in Singapore.
In this article, Soon Cheng will introduce to you about this prestigious university.
Introducing James Cook University Singapore
| School’s name | James Cook University (JCU) |
| Founded year | 1970 |
| Type | Private, Edutrust Star 4 years |
| Training program | English
College Pre-University University Master |
| Admission Period |
The school has 6 opening periods in a year: February, March, May, July, September, November. In there:
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| Website | https://www.jcu.edu.sg/ |
James Cook University (JCU) was established in 1970, with 3 main campuses in Townsville, Cairns and Singapore. The only school certified by the Singapore Government as a “UNIVERSITY” for non-public systems. James Cook University is in the top 2% of universities in the world according to the Times Higher Education (THE) 2023 world university rankings. Also according to THE, Impact Rankings 2023 category, JCU is ranked in the top The 200 most impactful universities in the world.
James Cook University Campus
According to QS rankings of teaching fields, James Cook University is in the top 100 in the world in three fields: earth and marine sciences, environmental sciences, hospitality management and entertainment. According to the Center for World University Rankings, James Cook University is ranked No. 1 in the world for Marine and Freshwater Biology and No. 2 in the world for Biodiversity Conservation.
The excellent teaching staff is a huge advantage of the school. In addition, the school regularly innovates in teaching methods and technology, helping students always have access to new knowledge, new technology, and new methods to develop their full potential. Especially with great experience from our instructors, students will learn a lot of useful and interesting things.
James Cook University is located in Cairns, Singapore and Townsville, with research centers in Mackay, Mount Isa, Thursday Island, Atherton and Malanda.
Infrastructure of James Cook University Singapore
With a total floor area of 19,000 m2, JCU Singapore’s physical infrastructure includes many specialized spaces and high-tech connections. Regardless of your major or needs, you can find the ideal learning environment here.
Fully equipped auditorium and classrooms
The campus has more than 40 modern classrooms and lecture halls, enabled with high technology, equipped with 1-2 projectors and wifi-connected screens. Many specialized spaces serve the experiential learning needs of students – research center, aquaculture, science laboratory, IT lab, electronic financial transaction room, 4 large auditoriums of up to 150 seats. seat.
Wireless networks are available around campus. Most classes are small, with seats ranging from 20-60 seats to accommodate a more effective seminar-style teaching method. Students are encouraged to interact, discuss more, absorb lectures faster and receive more attention and help.
A corner of the James Cook University Singapore library
JCU Singapore Libraries provide professional and engaging services to all students pursuing lifelong learning and discovery. In particular, the library shares online resources with JCU Australia, so the resources are always very abundant. Technology apps are also available to serve users’ needs to look up book lists, copy, print documents, etc.
JCU Singapore students are also eligible for a free National Library Board (NLB) Premium membership. This is a national library system with 25 world-class branches spread across Singapore.
Coffee, dining spaces and after-hours connection for students
The school has many student centers to support, connect and help you in your studies and life. These are classrooms open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to self-study at any time. In addition, the campus has a medical care room, stationery store, print shop, restaurant, coffee shop… very convenient for the different needs of students. If you want to exercise physically, modern gyms, basketball or tennis courts are interesting suggestions.
JCU Singapore University is one of the few schools with a professional psychology clinic, according to the standards of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and Singapore (SPS). This place not only provides consultation and therapy services for the school’s students but also for adolescents, adults and families in the community with psychological difficulties. This means JCU Singapore students have a place to share their feelings and perform therapy in a private and extremely comfortable environment. From there, you can relieve your worries, overcome pressures so you can focus on studying and achieve better results.
Titles and awards that JCU has achieved
- Ranked in the Top 2% of leading universities in the world
- It is the only school in Singapore to achieve National English Language Teaching Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) quality certification for English training.
- Received Edutrust Star certification (highest certification for educational excellence) in Singapore. James Cook University is once again awarded the EduTrust Star for the third consecutive time (2023), valid until 2027. This is Singapore’s most prestigious award to recognize excellence in management and service delivery quality education. At the same time, JCU was also awarded Singapore Quality Class Star certification.
- JCU’s psychology training program is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
- It is the only private school in Singapore (non-public system) to achieve Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) certification for its bachelor of business program.
- The bachelor of accounting program is accredited by the Australian Society of CPAs and the Chartered Accountants Association of Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ).
Diverse courses at JCU Singapore
Double major in Commerce: You can complete a double major without additional cost or time commitment
Joint Master of Business Administration and IT: Gain broader field exposure and broader career options with a joint Master’s program.
Psychology Accreditation: The JCUS Bachelor of Psychological Science and Graduate Psychology are accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
English course: the only school in Singapore recognized for its teaching quality by the leading English quality organization NEAS. The English course at JCU Singapore is taught by lecturers from the UK, USA, Australia, and New Zealand to help students have standard pronunciation and good intonation according to Australian training program standards. Therefore, this training program is recognized by most schools in Australia.
Study duration, tuition fees and entry requirements
| Program | Study duration | Tuition (SGD) | Entrance requirements |
| English | 4 months /level | 4,305.50/ level | Students need to take the school’s Placement Test or submit their IELTS scores to be placed in the appropriate level. |
| Pre–University | 8 months – 12 months | 17,165 – 23,190 | Completed grade 11 or 12 with a yearly average of 6.0
IELTS 5.5 or complete ELPP Level 2 English course at JCUS or pass the school’s English Test. |
| College | 8 months | 21,600 | Graduated from high school with an average score of 6.0 – 6.9
IELTS 5.5 (no component score lower than 5.0) or complete ELPP Level 2 English course at JCUS. |
| Bachelor | 2-3 years | 64,800 | Graduated from high school with an academic score of 7.0 – 7.8 or have a Diploma (college) degree and will study to transfer 16 months to Bachelor’s degree.
IELTS 6.0 (no component score lower than 5.0) or complete level 3 of JCU’s English course. |
| Master | 12-16 months | 41,600 – 55,400 | University graduate
IELTS 6.5 (component score not lower than 6.0) or complete level 4 of JCU’s English course. |
James Cook University Singapore Scholarship
The JCU Singapore Honors Scholarship Program does not limit the number of slots; and includes the following scholarship categories:
- 100% tuition scholarship for ONE academic year (equivalent to 33% for the entire course for Bachelor’s degree and 66% for the entire course for Master’s degree course)
- 50% tuition scholarship for ONE academic year
- 25% tuition scholarship for ONE academic year
Job opportunities after graduating from James Cook University Singapore
After you graduate from the prestigious JCU Singapore University, your chances of getting a job are very high. During their studies at the school, students regularly participate in seminars and thematic talkshows to equip students with soft skills, career information and practical experiences shared by famous experts. Student exchange programs to more than 65 partner universities in 21 countries from 5 continents give students the opportunity to find ideal positions around the world.
