| James Cook University has easy access to the rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef which makes the campus a perfect setting for those seeking a world-class education in a tropical environment. JCU’s main campuses are located in the northern Queensland cities of Cairns and Townsville, which are some of the fastest growing regions in the country and are home to a combined 14,000+ students from over 105 countries worldwide. JCU is world renowned for its research in a number of areas relating to its tropical location including marine biology, environmental studies and tourism and has outstanding research facilities including island and rainforest research stations. Accordingly, there are hundreds of subjects offered for students to choose from. JCU's locations offer a large variety of outdoors activities such as skydiving, white water rafting, wildlife parks, bush and beach horse rides and much more. No other university can offer such a wide range of classes in the shadow of two of the world's finest natural heritage areas - The Wet Tropics Rainforests and the Great Barrier Reef. cricos 00117J Programs Available Semester or Year Abroad at James Cook University - Townsville Semester or Year Abroad at James Cook University - Cairns Degree Programs at James Cook University Summer Short Course - Creating a Green, Sustainable Environment |