James Cook University Singapore Explained

JCU Singapore
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Motto:la|Crescente Luce[1]
Motto Lang:lat
Mottoeng:"Light ever increasing"
Type:Branch campus
Established:1961 (Australia)[2] 2003 (Singapore)
Chancellor:Ngiare Brown[3]
Vice Chancellor:Simon Biggs[4]
Dean:K Thirumaran (acting)
Head Label:Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Head:Carole-Anne Upton
Address:149 Sims Drive
Country:Singapore[5]
Campus:Urban park
Campus Size:2.4ha[6]
Students: 4200 (2019)[7]
Free Label:Named after
Colors:Blue Gold
Accreditation:TEQSA[8]
Affiliation:Innovative Research Universities (IRU)
Mascot:Koalion[9]

James Cook University in Singapore (JCU Singapore) is a branch campus of James Cook University, a public research university based in Australia.[10] Established in 2003, it is currently the only overseas institution with university status in Singapore.[11] [12] It is located between Kallang and Geylang in the Central Region on the former site of the Manjusri Secondary School.[13]

History

JCU Singapore is a branch campus of James Cook University, which has its main Australian campus in Townsville, Queensland.[14] It was established in 2003 as the James Cook Institute of Higher Learning before receiving Singaporean university status in 2016. Its courses are provided directly by the university and follow the same curriculum as they do in Australia.[15] It has seen enrolments rise as more students elect to acquire an Australian qualification in Singapore.[16]

Students studying at JCU Singapore can also transfer to JCU Australia and vice versa or participate in the Intercampus Exchange Program for up to 2 semesters of the course while still paying tuition to JCU Singapore.[17] Students at JCU Australia and other universities can also apply to study abroad at JCU Singapore.[18]

In 2015, the campus shifted to the site of the former Manjusri Secondary School located between Kallang and Geylang. The new site is larger than the previous campus at 2.4ha.

In May 2016, the Singaporean and Australian governments concluded a review of the Singapore-Australia Free Trade Agreement, which added several measures to promote further cooperation on education. As part of this agreement, JCU Singapore was awarded university status and permitted to brand itself as the Singaporean branch campus of James Cook University in July 2016. It had previously been known as the James Cook Institute of Higher Learning.

Academic profile

Psychology clinic

James Cook University runs a psychology clinic from its Singapore campus which is open to members of the public. The facility allows students studying at a master's level to gain practical experience under the supervision of qualified clinical psychologists and offers counselling services to the public at a reduced cost.[19]

Arwu W:301-400
Arwu W Year:2023
Qs W:445
Qs W Year:2025
The W:301-500
The W Year:2025
Usnwr W:412
Usnwr W Year:2024/25

Academic reputation

In the 2023 Academic Ranking of World Universities, the university attained a position of #301-400.[20] In the 2025 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, the university attained a position of #301-500.[21] In the 2025 QS World University Rankings (published 2024), the university tied 445th place.[22] In the 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities rankings, the university attained 412th place.[23] In the 2023 Aggregate Ranking of Top Universities, which measures aggregate performance across the QS, Times and ARWU rankings, the university attained a position of 317th place.[24]

Admissions

JCU Singapore programs have academic entry requirements that vary based on the level and field of studies.[25] It also offers pathway programs that provide entry into programs.[26]

Undergraduate

For undergraduate courses, JCU Singapore's academic entry requirement is a high school certificate at level 12 or equivalent or a diploma from a polytechnic or other recognised institution. Students are also required to have attained JCU Singapore's English language pre-requisite. Students not meeting the entry requirements can also enrol in pathway programs.

Postgraduate

For postgraduate courses, JCU Singapore's academic entry requirement is usually a bachelor's degree or equivalent.[27] Doctoral program applicants are also required to have a Bachelor Honours or other post-graduate qualification.[28]

Graduate outcomes

According to the Private Education Institution Graduate Employment Survey 2022/2023 conducted by the Committee for Private Education on employment outcomes, graduates of JCU Singapore achieved a 78.8% employment rate of which 50.5% was full-time employment. The response rate to the survey was 21.7%.[29]

Academic calendar

The university runs on a trimester system, allowing students to complete their studies in a shorter period of time.[30] A majority of student intakes occur during March (SP51), July (SP52) and November (SP53).[31]

Notable people

Notable alumni of James Cook University's Singapore campus include:

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Singapore is Carole-Anne Upton.[34]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 8 July 2020 . James Cook University's Motto and Coat of Arms . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240725180935/https://www.jcu.edu.au/about-jcu/james-cook-university-logo . 25 July 2024 . 4 September 2024 . . en-AU . Townsville, Queensland.
  2. Web site: Brief history of JCU (1957-2008) . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20180504010515/https://www.jcu.edu.au/about-jcu/history/brief-history-of-jcu . 4 May 2018 . 5 September 2024 . . en-AU . Townsville, Queensland.
  3. Web site: 7 August 2024 . The Chancellor . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240518132719/https://www.jcu.edu.au/governance/the-chancellor . 18 May 2024 . 4 September 2024 . . en-AU . Townsville, Queensland.
  4. Web site: 13 June 2022 . Biography . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240722000716/https://www.jcu.edu.au/office-of-the-vice-chancellor-and-president/biography . 22 July 2024 . 4 September 2024 . . en-AU . Townsville, Queensland.
  5. Web site: 19 August 2024 . Campus Contact Information . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240722000734/https://www.jcu.edu.au/about-jcu/contact-us/campus-contacts . 22 July 2024 . 4 September 2024 . . en-AU . Townsville, Queensland.
  6. Web site: 1 January 2015 . JCU Singapore moves to new campus . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240723102248/https://www.jcu.edu.au/news/releases/2015/march/news-and-media111113 . 23 July 2024 . 15 November 2024 . James Cook University . en-AU . Townsville, Queensland.
  7. News: James Cook University eyes bigger pool of students after move to new campus. The Straits Times. 4 March 2015.
  8. Web site: James Cook University . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240410180516/https://www.teqsa.gov.au/provider/james-cook-university . 10 April 2024 . 4 September 2024 . . en-AU . Melbourne, Victoria.
  9. Web site: 2023 . Annual Report 2022 . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240516153903/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/2065447/JCUS-Annual-Report-2022-final.pdf . 16 May 2024 . 4 September 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en-AU . Singapore.
  10. News: Davie . Sandra . 11 May 2016 . James Cook to get coveted branch campus status . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240204113404/https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/james-cook-to-get-coveted-branch-campus-status . 4 February 2024 . 15 November 2024 . . . en . . 0585-3923.
  11. Web site: 6 May 2016 . JCU's Singapore campus achieves University status . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240722135353/https://www.jcu.edu.au/news/releases/2016/may/jcus-singapore-campus-achieves-university-status . 22 July 2024 . 4 February 2024 . . en-AU . Townsville, Queensland.
  12. Web site: 6 May 2016 . MFA Press Statement Singapore-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Package . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240204113405/https://www.mfa.gov.sg/Newsroom/Press-Statements-Transcripts-and-Photos/2016/05/MFA-Press-Statement-SingaporeAustralia-Comprehensive-Strategic-Partnership-Package-6-May-2016 . 4 February 2024 . 15 November 2024 . . . en . Singapore.
  13. News: Davie . Sandra . 5 August 2014 . James Cook University Singapore to get bigger campus at Sims Drive . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240204113405/https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/education/james-cook-university-singapore-to-get-bigger-campus-at-sims-drive . 4 February 2024 . 15 November 2024 . . . en . . 0585-3923.
  14. Web site: 27 June 2023 . Campus Locations, Maps and Transport . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20241024115704/https://www.jcu.edu.au/about-jcu/campuses . 24 October 2024 . 4 February 2024 . James Cook University . en-AU . Townsville, Queensland.
  15. Web site: 1 October 2024 . Degree & Masters Courses in Singapore . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240913180931/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/courses-and-study/courses . 13 September 2024 . 14 November 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en-AU . Singapore.
  16. News: Davie . Sandra . 20 December 2013 . Fewer Singapore Students Heading Down Under . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20181215123400/http://www.straitstimes.com/the-big-story/case-you-missed-it/story/fewer-singapore-students-heading-down-under-20131220 . 15 December 2018 . 15 November 2024 . . . en . Singapore.
  17. Web site: 23 June 2022 . Intercampus Exchange Program . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240913180928/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/courses-and-study/inter-campus-exchange-program . 13 September 2024 . 4 February 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en-AU . Singapore.
  18. Web site: 1 January 2023 . Study Abroad Singapore - Study in Singapore . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240711024703/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/courses-and-study/courses/study-abroad . 11 July 2024 . 4 February 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en . Singapore.
  19. Web site: 16 March 2015 . Psychology clinic . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20241002052856/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/current-students/student-support-services/psychology-clinic . 2 October 2024 . 4 February 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en-AU . Singapore.
  20. Web site: ShanghaiRanking's Academic Ranking of World Universities . 5 June 2024 . . Shanghai Ranking Consultancy . en . Shanghai, China.
  21. Web site: 19 September 2018 . World University Rankings . 5 June 2024 . . Inflexion . en-GB . London, United Kingdom.
  22. Web site: QS World University Rankings 2025: Top Global Universities . 5 June 2024 . . . en-GB . London, United Kingdom.
  23. Web site: Best Global Universities Rankings . 5 June 2024 . . en-US . Washington, D.C., United States.
  24. Web site: University Results . 30 June 2024 . Aggregate Ranking of Top Universities . . en-AU . Sydney, New South Wales.
  25. Web site: 28 July 2020 . Admissions Requirements . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240526030930/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/courses-and-study/admissions/admissions-procedures-And-requirements . 26 May 2024 . 4 February 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en . Singapore.
  26. Web site: 1 January 2023 . Pathway Programs . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240417195435/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/courses-and-study/courses/pathway-programs . 17 April 2024 . 4 February 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en . Singapore.
  27. Web site: 23 February 2021 . Postgraduate courses . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240722172134/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/courses-and-study/course-level/postgraduate . 22 July 2024 . 4 February 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en . Singapore.
  28. Web site: 1 January 2024 . Doctor of Philosophy . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240721175025/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/courses-and-study/courses/course/doctor-of-philosophy . 21 July 2024 . 4 February 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en . Singapore.
  29. Web site: Private Education Institution Graduate Employment Survey . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240718230345/https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/pei/ges . 18 July 2024 . 4 February 2024 . . . en . Singapore.
  30. Web site: 9 February 2023 . Why Study at James Cook University . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20241002071246/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/about-us/why-jcu . 2 October 2024 . 4 February 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en . Singapore.
  31. Web site: 24 November 2023 . Admissions Schedule . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240620222529/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/courses-and-study/admissions/admissions-schedule . 20 June 2024 . 4 February 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en . Singapore.
  32. Web site: A scholarship with support for sports, studies and a future career . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240710180311/https://www.channelnewsasia.com/advertorial/scholarship-support-sports-studies-and-future-career-2060321 . 10 July 2024 . 15 November 2024 . . . en . Singapore.
  33. Web site: Đức . Huỳnh . 18 July 2022 . Ảnh hiếm thời đi học của 3 người đẹp đình đám nhất hiện nay . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240301150207/https://kenh14.vn/anh-hiem-thoi-di-hoc-cua-3-nang-hau-hot-nhat-hien-tai-ngoc-chau-gian-di-kim-duyen-de-thuong-con-nguoi-thu-3-lai-khien-netizen-bat-ngo-20220626152148138.chn . 1 March 2024 . 2024-11-15 . . VCCorp . vi . Hanoi, Vietnam.
  34. Web site: 1 August 2024 . Board of Directors . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20241002073316/https://www.jcu.edu.sg/about-us/board-of-directors . 2 October 2024 . 15 November 2024 . James Cook University Singapore . en . Singapore.

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