James Cook University - Townsville: Townsville - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
- Location(s): Townsville, Australia: Queensland, Australia
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Graduate Program
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JCU Townsville, located in the suburb of Douglas, only 13 kilometres, or 8 miles from the city centre, is surrounded by native Australian flora and fauna and is set on 386-hectares of natural bush and parkland. More than 12,500 students, including... read more
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A lot and yes A student - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
I learned to be much more independent. I also learned how to travel alone. It taught me a lot about myself and helped me to grow as a person. Taylor L - University of Connecticut View Entire Review
JCU is a fine program, there may be other schools worth looking into. Christiana K - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Living on my own was a big one! Yes it was very worth while. I am so absolutely happy I went to James Cook and would do it all again if I had the chance! A student - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
I made lifelong friendships with people from all over the world that I would have otherwise not had a chance to meet. I learned that I really love to travel and learned how to be flexible in some areas and yet firm in my core beliefs. I learned how to budget my money and how to let go when necessary and splurge on once in a life... Rebecca Z - Trinity University View Entire Review
I gained a lot of knowledge about how the world views my field (Marine Biology/Conservation Biology) and about issues that are not normally seen in the US. I also learned the Australian vocabulary and mannerisms. Madeleine A - The College of William and Mary View Entire Review
friends, independence, understanding of a new field not offered at home A student - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
Yes Nicholas C - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
yes completely worthwhile Robert R - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
Before coming to Australia, I never traveled outside of the U.S., let alone ever been on a plane. Coming here and being away from my family and my comfort zone, I learned a lot about myself. I know I can be independent and navigate through cities on my own. I feel more confident with my future aspiration of becoming a teacher ... Kristy B - Marywood University View Entire Review
Europe is a place for history and architecture; Australia is a place for natural beauty (especially the Great Barrier Reef which is the most breath taking natural wonder in the world). The country holds a "No Worries" attitude that puts things in perspective and is a model lifestyle. MichaelCerundolo - Tufts University View Entire Review
I was presented with new ways to look at life, from both my classes and the people I met. I was also exposed to the idea of being more spontaneous and adventurous; this by the friends I made. A student - University of Maine - Orono View Entire Review
I gained a lot of knowledge about future career paths and I learned about myself. It was very worthwhile. A student - Berea College View Entire Review
I learned a lot of independence and how different cultures can be from one another. It was 100% worthwhile and I learned a ton. A student - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
I gained a lot of experience being independent. I was responsible for paying rent, making my own food, planning trips, and setting up things like phone service and bank accounts. All of these are incredibly valuable skills I will continue to use A student - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
A cultural experience of the world and how much of nature there is out there and how beautiful is it. A student - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
Independence and an understanding of a different culture. It was absolutely worth while. Kathryn S - Roger Williams University View Entire Review
Hopefully. It's making senior year hard, but it was a blast of a time. Walter F - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
I enjoyed the cultural experience more than the academic experience, but it was a lot of fun and I feel like I learned a lot from all of it. Jocelyn B - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
Studying abroad helped me become more responsible and Mature Kisslyn E - St. Mary's College of Maryland View Entire Review
It was because if I didn't get to study abroad then I would have never got to Australia and New Zealand for so long. Alexander S - University of Hartford View Entire Review
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JCU Townsville, located in the suburb of Douglas, only 13 kilometres, or 8 miles from the city centre, is surrounded by native Australian flora and fauna and is set on 386-hectares of natural bush and parkland.
More than 12,500 students, including over 1,400 international students study at JCU Townsville, giving the Campus a bright, and vibrant culture. Facilities on campus include the main JCU Library, cafes, fitness and sporting facilities, state-of-the-art teaching and research spaces and a wealth of student clubs and societies.
On-campus accommodation is available and many students are living within JCU's various colleges and halls of residence, the Campus has a true community atmosphere.
Townsville is Australia’s largest tropical city with a population of around 190,000. It’s a thriving coastal city and port, and an access point for visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Just a 20-minute ferry ride from the city, the spectacular Magnetic Island, is a popular tourist attraction, and the resort regions of the Whitsunday Islands and Mission Beach are also within reach.
More than 12,500 students, including over 1,400 international students study at JCU Townsville, giving the Campus a bright, and vibrant culture. Facilities on campus include the main JCU Library, cafes, fitness and sporting facilities, state-of-the-art teaching and research spaces and a wealth of student clubs and societies.
On-campus accommodation is available and many students are living within JCU's various colleges and halls of residence, the Campus has a true community atmosphere.
Townsville is Australia’s largest tropical city with a population of around 190,000. It’s a thriving coastal city and port, and an access point for visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Just a 20-minute ferry ride from the city, the spectacular Magnetic Island, is a popular tourist attraction, and the resort regions of the Whitsunday Islands and Mission Beach are also within reach.
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Year Founded:
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