Earn Your Degree at James Cook University

  Australia

• Queensland: 
Townsville,  Cairns

Description: About AustraLearn

AustraLearn has developed a website specifically designed for individuals seeking degree programs abroad.

As the application center for 33 universities in Australia and New Zealand, AustraLearn assists all U.S. and Canadian students with finding, applying to, and enrolling in a degree program overseas. From start to finish, we provide you FREE support and enrollment assistance while you seek your degree in any field of study.

We are here for you on behalf of the universities as your central contact in the U.S. and Canada. They trust us to give you the information you need, when you need it, and financially support us to work on their behalf.

* We are financially supported by the universities so that all of our services can be FREE to you; we assist with the application, enrollment, financial aid, and student visa process.
* We are your central contact; we simplify the process by being your application center on your side of the world.
* You receive quicker responses to all your concerns and questions via direct personal contacts. The universities trust us to give you the information you need, when you need it.
* Many of the institutions we work with are ranked within the top 500 world-wide and 7 are in the top 50.
* The university is more apt to look at an application submitted by AustraLearn, because they know it has been reviewed by our staff and is complete upon arrival.

AustraLearn will facilitate your enrollment at James Cook University for those interested in earning a bachelor's or master's degree. JCU is Australia's first tropical university and is internationally-known in areas of geographical relevance and in environmental, ecological and biological research. The main campuses of JCU of North Queensland are located in Townsville and Cairns, both attractive tropical coastal cities with multicultural populations of more the 100,000. Both campuses offer a safe and friendly environment for study and socializing. JCU's undergraduate science program in marine Biology/Marine Science comprises a diverse range of individual subjects and a number of majors. All teaching draws on JCU's close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef; the world's most extensive coral reef system. Environmental Science programs are available on both campuses.

The Townsville campus is located in bushland whilst the Cairns campus, bordered by rainforest, is located in the suburb of Smithfield. Access to World Heritage listed rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef is easily afforded by both cities. The Townsville campus is serviced by bus. The relatively flat terrain of both Cairns and Townsville and relatively little commuter traffic makes bicycle travel popular for both students and the local population.

Highlights: Why study in Australia or New Zealand?

In addition to being exciting destinations that many people dream of visiting for a vacation, both Australia and New Zealand offer both personal and professionally rewarding educational opportunities for American and Canadian students.

Unprecedented Popularity

Both New Zealand and Australia are the fastest growing study abroad destinations for North Americans. In 2002, nearly 185,000 international students were enrolled at universities in Australia to earn their degree, and that number is increasing by 30% a year. In New Zealand, international student numbers are growing at over 40% per year.

International Recognition and Accreditation

A degree you earn in either country is recognized internationally and all universities are accredited and highly regulated by their respective governments, ensuring you of the highest quality education experience. In fact, both the Canadian and U.S. Departments of Education recognize the Australian and New Zealand higher education systems as among the very best in the world.

An Affordable Option

Earning a degree is very affordable, as tuition and fees plus cost of living are in most cases less than the USA and Europe. A favorable exchange rate continues to benefits students, especially Americans. Plus, you can take advantage of U.S. or Canadian government financial aid to help fund your studies.

Thousands of Choices

If there is something you want to study, you can find it at the universities in these countries. Thousands of majors and degree specialties are offered at the bachelor, master's, doctoral and other levels. A degree earned internationally-- particularly in countries as highly regarded and respected as Australia and New Zealand are-- will enhance your future employment opportunities and career advancement.

As a part of international orientation week, the JCU Student Association organizes trips to nearby attractions including Magnetic Island , Fitzroy Island , Billabong Sanctuary Wildlife Park and the Great Barrier Reef . A welcome barbecue is also organized for all new students in addition to many other activities held throughout the year such as Arts Week (Townsville), Campus Bands Competition, Green Week ( Cairns ), free movies and more!

James Cook University locations offer a large variety of outdoors activities such as:
- Visits to the Great Barrier Reef and nearby Islands and Resorts
- Snorkeling and Scuba
- Sailing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Water-skiing, Jet-skiing
- Endless white beaches
- Rainforest
- Historic Outback Towns
- Skydiving
- White water rafting
- Wildlife parks
- Tracks and Hiking Trails
- Cycling
- Waterfalls and Lakes
- Bush and Beach Horse Rides

Degree Level: Masters Degree

Cost in US$: varies by degree

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to Australia Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is 1- 2 weeks

Post-Program Services Include:

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
• Alumni Network

AustraLearn's Mission Statement: AustraLearn seeks to foster the development of future leaders, who, through international awareness, gain a greater respect for and understanding of the relationship which exists between North America, Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific in the context of the larger global community.

Year Founded: 1989