1st Year Fee
₹49.4 L
James Cook University - Australia
James Cook University (JCU) is a public research university in tropical North Queensland and was established in 1970, making it the first university based in Australia's tropics. Named after the navigator James Cook, it has campuses in the coastal cities of Townsville and Cairns, along with a… Read more
James Cook University (JCU) is a public research university in tropical North Queensland and was established in 1970, making it the first university based in Australia's tropics. Named after the navigator James Cook, it has campuses in the coastal cities of Townsville and Cairns, along with a campus in Singapore and study centres in regional Queensland. JCU has a strong focus on research and teaching relevant to the tropics, including marine biology and the Great Barrier Reef, tropical medicine and health, environmental science and biodiversity. It also teaches business, education, engineering, society and the arts.
Read lessEstablished
1970
Programmes
122+
THE
#351
Top stream
B.Sc.
Academic Streams
Nine streams. 122+ programmes.
Pick a discipline to see fees, durations and entry requirements that apply.
Undergraduate18courses
B.Sc.
1st Year Fees₹19.2 L – ₹49.2 L
Duration3 – 5 years
Eligibility XII63%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo
Undergraduate16courses
B.A.
1st Year Fees₹23.1 L – ₹28.3 L
Duration1 – 5 years
Eligibility XII60%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL
Undergraduate12courses
B.E. / B.Tech
1st Year Fees₹20.0 L – ₹29.2 L
Duration1 – 5 years
Eligibility XII50%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo
Postgraduate10courses
MS
1st Year Fees₹23.1 L – ₹32.3 L
Duration1 – 2 years
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo
Undergraduate10courses
BBA
1st Year Fees₹19.2 L – ₹26.9 L
Duration1 – 4 years
Eligibility XII60%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo
Postgraduate10courses
PG Certificate
1st Year Fees₹11.0 L – ₹24.6 L
Duration4 – 6 months
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL
Postgraduate09courses
MBA/PGDM
1st Year Fees₹20.6 L – ₹26.1 L
Duration18 months – 2 years
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo
Postgraduate09courses
PG Diploma
1st Year Fees₹23.8 L – ₹30.7 L
Duration1 – 18 months
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL
Postgraduate06courses
MIM
1st Year Fees₹20.6 L – ₹26.9 L
Duration18 months – 2 years
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo
Top Programmes
10 programmes worth knowing about.
Curated from the full programme list — sorted by fee, deduplicated, and diversified across streams.
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BDSDegree
#001
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Free admission help included
B.Sc.Degree
#002
Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) [Embedded]
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High demand
MBBSDegree
#003
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Free admission help included
MSDegree
#004
Master of Marine Biology
Free admission help included
PG DiplomaDiploma
#005
Graduate Diploma of Science
Free admission help included
M.A.Degree
#006
Master of Professional Psychology
Free admission help included
Lowest fee
MPHDegree
#007
Master of Public Health
Free admission help included
B.E. / B.TechDegree
#008
Bachelor of Science in Data Science
Free admission help included
B.Sc.Degree
#009
Bachelor of Exercise Science-Bachelor of Exercise Physiology
Free admission help included
B.Sc.Degree
#010
Bachelor of Marine Science
Free admission help included
Fees Breakdown
What you'll pay in Year 1.
1st year fees range from ₹11.0 L to ₹49.4 L depending on the stream. Figures are first-year tuition only — total programme cost varies by duration.
1st year fee by stream
Each bar shows the maximum first-year tuition in the stream — sorted lowest to highest. Subsequent years may vary.
B.Ed (1 – 4 years)₹23.1 L
PG Certificate (4 – 6 months)₹24.6 L
B.Com (3 years)₹24.6 L
M.Phil (2 years)₹24.6 L
BHM (1 – 3 years)₹25.3 L
Others PG (1 – 2 years)₹25.6 L
MBA/PGDM (18 months – 2 years)₹26.1 L
BBA (1 – 4 years)₹26.9 L
MIM (18 months – 2 years)₹26.9 L
MEM (2 years)₹27.0 L
B.A. (1 – 5 years)₹28.3 L
BSN (3 – 4 years)₹28.3 L
B.Pharma (3 years)₹28.3 L
LL.B. (3 years)₹28.3 L
B.E. / B.Tech (1 – 5 years)₹29.2 L
MPH (1 – 2 years)₹29.2 L
PG Diploma (1 – 18 months)₹30.7 L
M.A. (1 – 2 years)₹30.7 L
MS (1 – 2 years)₹32.3 L
MBBS (6 years)₹46.0 L
B.Sc. (3 – 5 years)₹49.2 L
BDS (5 years)₹49.4 L
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Lowest 1st year
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Global Rankings · 2026
Ranked across 16 tables worldwide.
Featured tiles show the most prestigious overall rankings. Subject tiles below pick the strongest discipline-level placements.
QS
#440
World University
2026 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#351
University
2026 ranking
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking)
#101
Nursing
2024 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#151
Life Sciences
2026 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#151
Life Sciences
2026 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#201
Arts and Humanities
2026 ranking
QS
#301
Biological Sciences
2026 ranking
QS
#301
Global MBA
2026 ranking
QS
#301
Biological Sciences
2026 ranking
US News & World Report
#416
Global Universities
2025 ranking
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PostedApr 09, 2026
Intake2026–2027
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What is James Cook University known for?+
JCU has a strong reputation for research and teaching focused on the tropics. It is particularly well known for marine biology and marine science, supported by its location near the Great Barrier Reef, as well as tropical medicine and health, environmental science, and biodiversity and conservation.
Does studying at JCU give access to the Great Barrier Reef?+
Yes. JCU's location in tropical North Queensland places students close to the Great Barrier Reef and tropical rainforests, and the university runs field stations such as the Orpheus Island Research Station. This gives marine and environmental science students hands-on fieldwork in globally significant natural environments.
Which campuses does James Cook University have?+
JCU's main Australian campuses are in the coastal cities of Townsville and Cairns, both in tropical North Queensland, with the large Townsville campus set in bushland near the city. The university also has a campus in Singapore and study centres in places such as Mackay and Mount Isa.
What are the admission requirements for international students at James Cook University?+
Entry depends on the program and level. Undergraduate applicants generally need academic results equivalent to the required Australian standard, while postgraduate entry depends on a relevant bachelor's degree. Some courses set specific prerequisites, and all international applicants must meet JCU's English language requirements.
When are the main intakes at James Cook University?+
From 2024 JCU moved to a trimester calendar of three ten-week study periods, now the main model for most courses, with intakes beginning around February, May or June and September. Some programs, including health, medicine and nursing, still run on semesters. Not every course is offered in every trimester, so international students should check their program and apply early.
What is the lowest tuition fee at James Cook University - Australia?+
The most affordable programmes at James Cook University - Australia start from ₹11.0 L in first-year fees. Total programme cost depends on duration. Use the fee ladder above to compare across streams.
Which English-proficiency tests does James Cook University - Australia accept?+
James Cook University - Australia accepts IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo. EduVouchers offers discounted vouchers for IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo.
How many programmes does James Cook University - Australia offer?+
James Cook University - Australia offers 122 programmes across 22 academic streams.
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