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In
2003, JCU opened its first offshore campus in Singapore, forming
JCU Singapore. A comprehensive range of facilities is available
at the campus - lecture and tutorial rooms equipped with modern
teaching technology, computer laboratories with broadband
internet access, wireless internet-enabled floors, student
lounge, cafeteria and library. Students studying at JCUS can be
assured of the same quality and enriching university education
as their Australian peers.
Currently, JCU Singapore offers
programs to students from all JCU Faculties, the
Faculty of Law, Business and
Creative Arts, the
Faculty
of Arts, Education and Social Sciences,
the
Faculty of Science, Engineering
and Information Technology and the
Faculty of Medicine, Health and
Molecular Sciences to come.
The city campus is centrally
located and easily accessible by both private and public
transport. The community library, food centres and convenience
stores are within easy walking distance.
Vision
To be one of Singapore 's leading Australian providers of higher
education services to Asia .
Mission
To continue JCUS's development as a vibrant, institute of higher
learning, providing excellence in education and equipping their
students with skills 'for learning and for life'.
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Values
Core Values & Beliefs
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JCUS believe that education is
a major force for improvement in society, and they aim to
deliver university education at the highest possible
standard to all those who desire it and who are capable of
study at the appropriate level.
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Through JCUS's international
campus they aim to provide students with the international
perspective they will need for success in an increasingly
global society.
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Their programmes at the JCU
Singapore campus are taught to the exacting standards that
have established the University's excellent reputation in
Australia. You can be assured of the same commitment to
quality without compromise while enjoying the rights and
privileges that come with being a full student of James Cook
University.
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All programmes conducted at JCU
Singapore are subject to the same rigorous quality-assurance
regime that is the cornerstone of the University's
excellence.
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Their multi-culture environment
encourages staff and students to value diversity, as
demonstrated both by the absence of discrimination and by
the provision of opportunities that allow all staff and
students to give of their best.
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JCUS will promote a
culture of trust and respect among and between their staff
and students.
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They aim to provide education
that is congruent with the economic, social, environmental,
legal, and cultural needs of the region, particularly in
terms of their strategic geographic location.
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In order to meet the high
expectations of students, the core academic staff of James
Cook University will lecture, co-ordinate and quality-assure
all programmes. They will be supported by experienced,
well-qualified and dedicated lecturers from Australia and
Singapore who meet the University's strict academic
selection criteria and adhere to its stringent quality
standards at all time.
JCUS
Facilities
Facilities and
Services at JCUS
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JCUS provide
students withaccess to the JCUS library resource centre as
well as free go ld
membership at the Singapore National Library Board (NLB).
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Wireless networking of
thecampus enables students toaccess internet services. Free
use of computer units is provided within the JCUS resource
centre and the various computer laboratories.
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personal counselling services
by qualified psychologists are available at minimal fees for
Students at the JCUS Psychology Clinic.
Food on Campus
JCUS has a cafeteria
offering a wide varieties of food and drink at reasonable
prices for students and staff of JCUS. The cafeteria is
Halal certified. Vending machines are located at various
locations around the campus providing light snacks and
hot/cold drinks.
Religious Requirements
Students may use the
syndicate rooms as multi-denominational prayer facilities for
any and all religions.
Accommodation

JCUS is committed
to the comfort and safety for students and thus provides the
following information to assist students finding
accommodation. JCUS will assist in identifying suitable
accommodation and in locations that offer good accessibility
to the campus as well as educational and recreational
amenities.
Please note that rental costs
exclude registration fee & board and are subject to a minimum
contractual period. the rental agreement is strictly between
the student and the accommodation provider. Students are
required to complete and return the Accommodation Confirmation
Form and send it to JCUS together with the signed Student
Contract. |