JCU Singapore is a branch campus of James Cook University, which has its main Australian campus in Townsville, Queensland.[15] It was established in 2003 as the James Cook Institute of Higher Learning before receiving Singaporean university status in 2016.[13] Its courses are provided directly by the university and follow the same curriculum as they do in Australia.[16] It has seen enrolments rise as more students elect to acquire an Australian qualification in Singapore.[17]
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.[18] Students at JCU Australia and other universities can also apply to study abroad at JCU Singapore.[19]
In 2015, the campus shifted to the site of the former Manjusri Secondary School located between Kallang and Geylang.[14] The new site is larger than the previous campus at 2.4 hectares (5.9 acres).[14]
The current Campus of James Cook University, Singapore in December 2024
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.[13] 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.[3][12][13] It had previously been known as the James Cook Institute of Higher Learning.[13]
Academic profile
Psychology clinic
James Cook University runs a psychology clinic from its Singapore campus which is open to members of the public.[20] 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.[20]
JCU Singapore programs have academic entry requirements that vary based on the level and field of studies.[26] It also offers pathway programs that provide entry into programs.[27]
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.[26] Students not meeting the entry requirements can also enrol in pathway programs.[27]
Postgraduate
For postgraduate courses, JCU Singapore's academic entry requirement is usually a bachelor's degree or equivalent.[28] Doctoral program applicants are also required to have a Bachelor Honours or other post-graduate qualification.[29]
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.[30] The response rate to the survey was 21.7%.[30]
Academic calendar
The university runs on a trimester system, allowing students to complete their studies in a shorter period of time.[31] A majority of student intakes occur during March (SP51), July (SP52) and November (SP53).[32]
Notable people
Notable alumni of James Cook University's Singapore campus include:
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