James Cook University Singapore

James Cook University takes its name from the eighteenth century British navigator and explorer Captain James Cook, whose epic voyages contributed significantly to the world of science.

The University was established in Townsville on 20 April 1970, two hundred years after Cook charted the eastern seaboard of Australia. JCU offers courses in a broad range of study areas and has a strong research focus, particularly in matters relating to life in the tropics. In a ranking of the world's top 500 universities, JCU was one of only 13 Australian universities listed (Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Academic Ranking of World Universities 2003).

JCU Singapore




In 2003, JCU opened its first offshore campus in Singapore, which is known as JCU Singapore. A comprehensive range of facilities is available at the campus lecture and tutorial rooms equipped with modern teaching technology, computer laboratories with broadband internet access, wireless internet-enabled floors, student lounge, cafeteria and library. Students studying at JCUS is assured of the same quality and enriching university education as their Australian peers.

Currently, JCU Singapore offers programs to students from all JCU Faculties, the Faculty of Law, Business and Creative Arts, the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences, the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology and the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences to come.

The city campus is centrally located and easily accessible by both private and public transport. The community library, food centres and convenience stores are within easy walking distance.


Life in Singapore For Students Of JCU


“For Learning. For Life. For you.” This may seem to be three simple statements but this catchphrase of James Cook University, Singapore is more than statements. JCU deals with a number of courses to choose from which will help every student to excel in their lives. Its not only about leaning at JCU its about developing the art of implementing what you learned. Besides learning, Singapore offers a wide range of things to do for international students.

There are a number of things; students can do in Singapore during the leisure time. Foreign students will be able to learn at JCU and at the same time explore the place for its natural beauty. There are various tourist spots to visit such as Sentosa Island, Jurong Bird Park, Singapore Zoo, East Coast Beach, Chinese Gardens, Night Safari, Chinatown, Little India and many more. The many theatres, cinemas, video arcades and shopping centers offer a wide range of entertainment. Those more inclined towards outdoor activities will not be disappointed as there are many sporting facilities island wide that will cater to their needs. There are opportunities for sailing, wakeboarding, golf, canoeing, tennis, cricket, rugby, basketball, squash and many more.

As a centre of learning and research, Singapore’s numerous libraries, museums and bookshops are all easily accessible.