School Overview
James Cook University Singapore campus is wholly owned by Australia's James Cook University, which is ranked in the top 2% of the world 1. James Cook University Australia established its Singapore campus in 2003 as part of its stated intention to internationalise its activities, and offers a range of university-level courses at the Singapore campus covering areas such as business, information technology, psychology, education, science, business, accounting, aquaculture, environmental science, game design, tourism and hospitality management. James Cook University offers research-oriented higher degree programs such as Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Philosophy and pathways to higher degrees.
In addition, the campus offers college preparatory programs specifically designed to provide a pathway for students who are unable to immediately meet college admission standards.
James Cook University Singapore campus is located on Sims Drive. The campus provides students with a full range of facilities and services to support their studies. These include lecture and seminar rooms, libraries and related learning facilities, computer laboratories, aquaculture research and teaching facilities, finance laboratories, and various sports facilities.
James Cook University Intercampus Exchange Program *
James Cook University offers students the opportunity to study in Singapore and Australia, but still pay fees in Singapore currency as a Singaporean student. This is a unique program designed to ensure that students achieve the best possible outcomes over the years of studying at universities across two countries.
Education Trust Star
James Cook University has the highest level of quality assurance for private education institutions in Singapore. This is known as the "Education Trust Star" and is a symbol of recognition for outstanding achievement. EduTrust Star is awarded to institutions that have achieved commendable performance in managing their institutions and in providing students with exceptional educational quality and welfare.
James Cook University is the first organization to receive the Education Trust Star. James Cook University won the award for the third time in 2023, demonstrating its commitment and focus as a student-centred educational institution.
SQC Star
James Cook University has also been awarded the Singapore Quality Grade STAR (SQC STAR). SQC STAR recognizes SQC organizations that have made further progress on their journey to business excellence.
Tropical futures institute
Given that research is a core component of the University, James Cook University has established the Tropical Futures Institute to leverage the University's research capabilities and strength to create substantial added value to the research ecosystem in Singapore and the ASEAN region. The Tropical Futures Institute is the first institute established by an Australian university in Singapore.
James Cook College
Established in 2021, James Cook College is a wholly owned subsidiary of James Cook University Singapore, marking the university's entry into Continuing Professional Development (CPD). This includes Industry 4.0 as well as short courses and training programmes in areas suited to the needs of Singapore's workforce and community.
To support this mission, James Cook College has acquired Eagle Infotech, which offers a wide range of short courses in information technology, digital marketing, communications and more to help working adults upgrade their skills and remain relevant and employable in today's changing environment. Change the world.
James Cook College will support Eagle Infotech in further diversifying its curriculum and delivery model to deliver flexible and personalised courses, and will work with industry partners and leverage EdTech to grow CPD business in Singapore and the region.