All Levels
1 year tuition (8 subjects)
James Cook University Singapore
Singapore, Singapore
"James Cook University's Singapore campus with two-year trimester degrees"
At a Glance
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#415 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About James Cook University Singapore
James Cook University Singapore opened in 2003 as the Singapore campus of James Cook University in Queensland, Australia. Students graduate with the same degree as students in Australia. It teaches business, information technology, psychology, guidance and counselling, science, accounting and tourism, and its trimester system lets most bachelor's degrees finish in 24 months. The campus is at 149 Sims Drive, and JCU Singapore has received the EduTrust Star award three times, most recently in 2023.
Rankings & Recognition
#415
Degrees are awarded by James Cook University, Australia, ranked #440 in QS 2026 and #438 in QS 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
EduTrust Star (2023)
Degrees from JCU Australia (TEQSA)
APAC (psychology)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with James Cook University Singapore's global standing for that metric.
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Key Facts
2003
Opened
James Cook University, Australia
Degree
3 trimesters a year
Study Pattern
EduTrust Star
Quality Award
Popular Programs
Business
Information Technology
Psychology
Guidance and Counselling
Accounting
Tourism and Hospitality
Application Details
Application Route
Online application or agent
Application Fee
S$260 (international)
Intakes
January, May, September
Registration Fee
S$872
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS (Bachelor)
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6.0 (no band < 6.0) |
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TOEFL iBT (Bachelor)
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74 (no part < 18) |
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PTE (Bachelor)
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52 (no part < 52) |
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IELTS (MBA)
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6.5 (no band < 6.0) |
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TOEFL iBT / PTE (MBA)
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86 / 58 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
92%
I-20 Processing
Student's Pass (ICA)
Post-Study Work
Not available (private)
Green Card Pathway
Employment Pass route
Financials
Application Fee
S$260
Avg Scholarship
One year of tuition
Career Outcomes
N/A
Post-Study Work
16
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
JCU Singapore's campus is at 149 Sims Drive, Singapore 387380, between Kallang and Geylang, on a 2.4-hectare site it moved to in 2015.
Campus Details
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campus at Sims Drive
2.4
hectares
Campus Forecast
Warmest (May): 26 to 32 C
Coldest (Jan): 24 to 31 C
Climate: Tropical rainforest
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Off-campus: Private rental or hostels
Dining
Campus cafe and nearby food centres
Health & Wellness
Medical insurance: Required for PEI students
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Intercampus exchange to Australia
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Bachelor of Business
S$70,893.60 total
Bachelor of IT
S$70,893.60 total
Bachelor of Psychological Science
S$74,556 total
MBA
S$43,164 total
Master of IT
S$59,819.20 total
Intakes & Deadlines
JCU Singapore has three trimester intakes a year: January, May and September. Fees shown are totals for international students starting from Trimester 1, 2027 and include 9% GST; an international registration fee of S$872 also applies.
Scholarships at James Cook University Singapore
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
12 years' schooling; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 74 / PTE 52
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree; IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 86 / PTE 58
English Proficiency
IELTS (Bachelor)
6.0 (no band < 6.0)TOEFL iBT (Bachelor)
74 (no part < 18)PTE (Bachelor)
52 (no part < 52)IELTS (MBA)
6.5 (no band < 6.0)TOEFL iBT / PTE (MBA)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Completion certificates
English test result
Personal statement / CV (postgraduate)
Recommendation letters (if required)
Financial evidence
Passport-size photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme page for entry and English requirements.
2
Apply online
Apply through the JCU Singapore online application before the closing date.
3
Pay fee
Pay the S$260 application fee if charged.
4
Receive offer
Wait for the admission outcome and offer letter.
5
Accept offer
Accept the offer and complete fee or Tuition Grant steps where they apply.
6
Student's Pass
Apply for the Student's Pass via ICA SOLAR (S$45 processing + S$60 issuance), then arrive and complete formalities.
Campus & Location
JCU Singapore's campus is at 149 Sims Drive, Singapore 387380, between Kallang and Geylang, on a 2.4-hectare site it moved to in 2015.
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Bachelor of Psychological Science
Master's
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Master's
Master of Business Administration
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