James Cook University
Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Australia
- Tuition / year
- A$27,560 – A$76,688
- Programs
- 20
- Levels
- Bachelor's · Master's
- Intakes
- January, February, May
- IELTS from
- 6.5
In short
James Cook University (Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Australia) has 20 programs on iAdmission — 10 bachelor's and 10 master's. Listed tuition is A$27,560 – A$76,688 a year. English requirements start at IELTS 6.5. Main intakes: January, February, May, July, September and November.
Data checked: March 2026. Fees are indicative; the offer letter is final.
Programs (20)
All 20 programs
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Health and Life Sciences · 3 years · IELTS 6.5
Bachelor'sA$34,480/yrBachelor of Business
Business and Management · 3 years · IELTS 6.5
Bachelor'sA$30,400/yrBachelor of Dental Surgery
Health and Life Sciences · 5 years · IELTS 6.5
Bachelor'sA$76,688/yrBachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Engineering and Built Environment · 4 years · IELTS 6.5
Bachelor'sA$35,800/yrBachelor of Information Technology
Computer Science and IT · 3 years · IELTS 6.5
Bachelor'sA$32,960/yrBachelor of Law
Law · 3 years · IELTS 6.5
Bachelor'sA$32,280/yrBachelor of Nursing
Health and Life Sciences · 3 years · IELTS 6.5
Bachelor'sA$32,280/yrBachelor of Pharmacy
Health and Life Sciences · 3 years · IELTS 6.5
Bachelor'sA$37,080/yrBachelor of Physiotherapy
Health and Life Sciences · 4 years · IELTS 6.5
Bachelor'sA$35,280/yrBachelor of Social Work
Humanities and Social Sciences · 4 years · IELTS 6.5
Bachelor'sA$30,080/yrMaster of Business Administration
Business and Management · 2 years · IELTS 6.5
Master'sA$34,960/yrMaster of Data Science (Professional)
Computer Science and IT · 2 years · IELTS 6.5
Master'sA$32,280/yrMaster of Engineering (Professional)
Engineering and Built Environment · 2 years · IELTS 6.5
Master'sA$27,560/yrMaster of Information Technology
Computer Science and IT · 2 years · IELTS 6.5
Master'sA$32,280/yrMaster of International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Business and Management · 2 years · IELTS 6.5
Master'sA$38,008/yrMaster of Marine Biology
Science · 2 years · IELTS 6.5
Master'sA$39,120/yrMaster of Medical Science
Health and Life Sciences · 2 years · IELTS 6.5
Master'sA$34,480/yrMaster of Professional Accounting
Business and Management · 2 years · IELTS 6.5
Master'sA$32,720/yrMaster of Public Health - Master of Global Development
Health and Life Sciences · 2 years · IELTS 6.5
Master'sA$32,720/yrMaster of Science Professional
Science · 2 years · IELTS 6.5
Master'sA$39,120/yr
Programs by subject
- Health and Life Sciences7
- Business and Management4
- Computer Science and IT3
- Science2
- Engineering and Built Environment2
- Humanities and Social Sciences1
- Law1
Costs
- Tuition per year
- A$27,560 – A$76,688
- Living costs in Australia
- AUD 18,000-24,000 / year
From 20 listed programs; confirm on your offer letter.
Rent, food, transport and insurance; capital cities cost more.
Rankings
- Webometrics: #472
- QS World: #445
- THE World: #401–#500
- U.S. News & World Report: #412
As published by each ranking body (national rankings are labelled as such). Check the latest edition before relying on them.
Scholarships to ask about
- JCU international scholarships
Eligibility and amounts change each intake; a counsellor confirms what you qualify for.
Questions students ask
How much does James Cook University cost per year?
Listed tuition for international students is A$27,560 – A$76,688 a year across 20 programs. Plan about AUD 18,000-24,000 a year for living costs in Australia. The offer letter and invoice confirm the final amount.
What IELTS score do I need for James Cook University?
Programs listed here ask for IELTS 6.5 overall; other tests (TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo) may be accepted. Check the program page for its exact requirement.
When are the intakes at James Cook University?
The main intakes are January, February, May, July, September and November. Start 4–6 months earlier to leave time for documents and the visa.
How do I apply to James Cook University with iAdmission?
Choose a program, tell us where you studied last, and upload your documents. A counsellor checks them before anything is submitted to the university. Counselling is free.
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Guides for Australia
Official website: jcu.edu.au