
JCU Clinical Placement
James Cook University (JCU) is ranked in the top 4% of universities worldwide by the respected Academic Ranking of World Universities produced by Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
JCU is a leading Australian teaching and research institution, where international students come to further their education, undertake research, and gain qualifications that are recognised globally. Students may study at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the areas of science, medicine and health, law, psychology, humanities and social sciences, education, nursing, business and information technology, creative arts, sustainability, engineering and veterinary science. The University operates across two countries and three tropical campuses, with locations in the North Queensland cities of Cairns and Townsville and in the city-state of Singapore. The campuses of Cairns and Townsville are surrounded by spectacular ecosystems, two of which are listed as World Heritage areas: the rainforests of the Wet Tropics, and the iconic Great Barrier Reef. Our unique location enables students to study in a diverse physical environment, giving them access to real-life laboratories and the opportunity to participate in field-trips. Specialist research centres and institutes provide a hub for research and innovation, and contemporary learning spaces encourage active and collaborative learning experiences. Over 20,000 students have chosen to study at JCU, including over 6,000 international students from over 100 different countries.