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Accommodation Guide

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 Don’t just finish with a degree,
finish with stories.
Living on campus is a great way to make the most of university life. At JCU,
you can live in the heart of uni where you’ll make friends with people
from all over Australia and the world. Experience the unique North Queensland
lifestyle and supportive atmosphere while studying, taking part in campus
activities and making lifelong friends.

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Contents

Start your own story. 4

Live on campus.
The right option for you 5
Townsville on-campus 6
accommodation
Cairns on-campus 12
accommodation
Cairns Student Lodge 14
Off-campus accommodation 16
How to apply/Deadlines 17

Important dates
Study dates 2021 (Cairns and Townsville)
Teaching period one 2021 (Semester one)
Orientation (O Week) 15 - 19 February
Classes begin 22 February
Mid semester break 5 - 9 April
Classes end 30 May
Exam period 5 - 18 June
Teaching period two 2021 (Semester two)
Orientation (O Week) 19 - 23 July
Classes begin 26 July
Mid semester break 27 September - 1 October
Classes end 29 October
Exam period 6 - 15 November

For more upcoming events, please visit

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To register for a campus tour, please visit

experience.jcu.edu.au/campus-tours

James Cook University (JCU) is committed to building strong and

mutually beneficial partnerships that work towards closing the
employment, health and education gap for Australian Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Our students come from many backgrounds, promoting a rich
cultural and experiential diversity on campus.

We acknowledge the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

peoples as the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters where we
operate our business. We honour the unique cultural and spiritual
relationship to the land, waters and seas of First Australian peoples
and their continuing and rich contribution to James Cook University
and Australian society. We also pay respect to ancestors and Elders
past, present and future.
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 Start your own story.
Live on campus.
Finding the right accommodation JCU Cairns
to suit your individual needs Choose from two residences at JCU Cairns: FIRST-YEAR STUDENT
is an important step in • John Grey Hall located on JCU Cairns’ ROOM GUARANTEE
preparing for life at JCU. Living Smithfield Campus.
somewhere comfortable and •  Cairns Student Lodge located just across the To provide first-year
convenient while you are a
road from the Smithfield Campus. students with support
student will improve your
If on campus living isn’t for you, there are for their best chance of
plenty of other options. We can assist you in
overall university experience, finding homestays, community living, share
university success we
so it’s important to get it right. housing, or a place of your own near JCU. With guarantee a room in our
so many accommodation options available,
There are many accommodation you’ll be able to find something that suits your student housing for all
options available and our lifestyle and budget.
first year students.
Accommodation Team can help As regional cities, Cairns and Townsville offer Apply on our website.
you find a place that suits your many of the facilities of larger cities, but
without the traffic and congestion. The locals
needs. are friendly and the region’s natural attractions
are easily accessible. Contact information
You can experience the wonders of the World
JCU Townsville Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef and be For further information please contact
Choose from five different residences, all inspired by the ancient tropical rainforests of JCU Accommodation Services
located at JCU Townsville’s Douglas Campus: the Wet Tropics. With warm, sunny weather
T 07 4781 4148
• George Roberts Hall almost all year, Cairns and Townsville provide
E accommodation@jcu.edu.au
the perfect locations for you to combine study
• Rotary International House W jcu.edu.au/accommodation
with adventure, and a relaxed, tropical lifestyle.
• Saints Catholic College Whether you need somewhere to stay for a
• The John Flynn College short block mode subject or for your whole
• University Hall degree, there are a number of options available.
With a variety of sporting, recreational and fun
events on offer, campus life provides a busy
social program for students. During your years
at JCU you’ll develop friendships and memories
that will last long after you graduate.

“My best memories of living

on campus come from the
overpowering enthusiasm and
support the students
show to one another during
inter-college activities.”
Luke McCarthy
Bachelor Electrical and Electronic Engineering/
Bachelor of Physics

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The right option
for you
Living on-campus is so much
more than just a room. It’s an
experience. It’s your family. It’s
friends that you’ll have for life.
Each of our residences provides
academic and wellbeing support,
as well as a variety of social
activities.

All rooms at our on-campus residences are

single board, with a bed, desk, chair, air-
conditioning and Wi-Fi. At JCU your room is
your own private space and should reflect
your individuality, so you are welcome to add
photos or personal touches to feel at home.
You can also choose to live in fully catered or
self-catered housing.
Each residence has a different style of living,
culture and atmosphere. You can take virtual
tours of each residence on our website
jcu.edu.au/accommodation
One of the most exciting things about moving
to a JCU residence will be meeting the other
students. We organise activities in the first
week to help you get to know other residents,
particularly those who are studying the same
course as you. Throughout the year there are lots
of fun social activities including movie nights,
sporting events, festivals, outings and much more.

Safe and secure

Relocating to attend university is a big thing,
which is why our on-campus team are there to
talk when you need support, check up on you
throughout your studies and make sure that
your health and wellbeing are on track for you
to achieve your academic goals.
You will be welcomed by a trained and
Living on campus is so much more
dedicated Residential Assistant (RA), who
will support you to settle into university and
than just a safe room in a secure
campus life. Your RA will become your source building. Students who live on campus
of information and support for all matters
relating to your time on residence. have been proven to outperform
During your first week on campus you will
complete an orientation process. This is your
non-residents.*
opportunity to learn about on-campus facilities,
support resources, and local amenities such as
public transport, shops and medical services.
Your safety and security is a priority to us, so
each bedroom has an individual lock that only
you and our staff can access, and there are CCTV
cameras throughout the buildings. After-hours
access to on-campus accommodation is for
residents only and JCU Security patrol 24/7. They
can even escort you back to your residence if you
are studying late at night. *JCU Planning, Performance and Analytics, 2020

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 Townsville on-campus
accommodation
JCU Halls of Residence Features and services
The JCU Halls of Residence All Halls provide the following:

provide a variety of living

PRIVATE ROOM WITH SERVICES INCLUDE
styles with a strong support
structure offering residents King single bed
3x
Three meals per day (except Rotary
International House)
quiet areas, single gender Study desk and chair
floors/units and catering to Bookshelves
Daily cleaning of communal areas and
fortnightly bedroom cleans
all dietary requirements. Spacious wardrobe
Maintenance
Air conditioning
Administration
University Hall Fan
Security
University Hall offers 250 rooms and Wi-Fi
Pastoral Care 24 hours / 7 days
is the most central of all on-campus
residences. University Hall consists of Secure swipe lock system
Car parking and bicycle storage and
The Village and Clark Wing, in addition repair facilities
to The Townhouses. Situated closest to
the dining hall, The Townhouses are large COMMON AREAS Bicycle hire program
units with seven, eight or nine bedrooms TV rooms Accessible rooms available
sharing two bathrooms. The Village
comprises 118 modular rooms, each with Computer labs & printers
private bathroom and TV, in a village like
Common rooms CONTRACT TERMS INCLUDE
environment. Just behind The Village is
Clark Wing, a long corridor style with Study areas Full academic year
60 rooms over three levels sharing six
bathrooms. Kitchenettes Mid-year break

Outdoor seating Early arrival to assist with induction

George Roberts Hall BBQ Ability to arrive early or extend
George Roberts Hall consists of eight blocks, contract term
Laundry
each with up to 15 units consisting of three
or four bedrooms. Each unit has a communal Security cameras
lounge, bathroom, and kitchenette. A large
common room and BBQ area are also
available adjacent to the dining hall.

Rotary International House

This is fully self-catered accommodation
with kitchen, living room, dining room and
balcony shared between seven students. Each
bedroom offers standard facilities, including
a hand wash basin. For something different,
students can access the community garden
for fresh produce. With 118 students, this is
one of the smallest colleges and is surrounded
by bushland, which provides a quiet setting.
The facilities are managed by UniLodge
with an on-site manager and administrative
support team. Residential Assistants help to
provide pastoral care to students.

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New JCU Townsville on-campus accommodation
opening in 2022

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 Townsville on-campus
accommodation
Affiliated Colleges Features and services
The two Affiliated Colleges Both Affiliated Colleges provide the following:

are located on campus at JCU

and offer a home away from PRIVATE ROOM WITH SERVICES INCLUDE
home. They provide a safe and King single bed (most) 3x Three meals per day
supportive environment to Study desk and chair Weekly room clean and daily cleaning
ensure students not only strive Bookshelves
of communal areas
to achieve their very best but Washing of linen
Linen
also enjoy their time at JCU. Maintenance
Spacious wardrobe
Administration
Air conditioning (most)
Saints Catholic College Fan
Security

Saints Catholic College is a community Free academic tutoring

Wi-Fi
based environment with accommodation Pastoral Care 24 hours/day
for 298 students across 3 wings. With a Secure living facilities
focus on bringing 5 star hospitality touches Car parking
and services, the college now boasts a
Bicycle storage and repair facilities
complimentary courtesy car for residents, on COMMON AREAS
site health and wellness centre including gym Accessible rooms available
facilities and fitness programs, free of charge TV rooms
family and friends accommodation, onsite Computer labs and printers
travel agency and UHD TV’s and PS4’s in all CONTRACT TERMS INCLUDE
common rooms. Theatres
Full academic year
The College is also committed to providing Junior and senior common rooms
quality pastoral care in an inclusive Ability to stay during mid-year break
Soundproof music rooms
community where the academic, sporting,
Early arrival to assist with induction
cultural, social and spiritual development of Study areas
all students is paramount. The College has Ability to arrive early or extend
live-in pastoral care and after hours security Kitchenettes
contract term
to ensure students have support 24/7. Outdoor seating
Academic support is offered to all residents
along with a well-regarded academic BBQ
mentoring program for first year students. Laundry
Security
The John Flynn College
The John Flynn College is a family of students
and staff who care for one another. It is
committed to excellence in academia, sport
and life, and encourages you to be who
you want to be. Four room styles exist for
250 students; standard, cluster and shared
ensuite. A multi-purpose hall provides a large
air-conditioned space for formal occasions,
cultural activities and study. Academic
tutorials, a music room, high speed Wifi,
JCU gym and pool access, daily newspapers
and a business centre are included in the fee
structure. The College is known for its pastoral
care and student leadership programs.

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“It has literally been my home away
from home. We are a college that is
very supportive of each other in as
many ways as possible - this includes
academically, socially, culturally and on
the sporting field.”
Nicole Brebner
Bachelor of Education (Primary)

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 Townsville on-campus
accommodation
JCU Halls of Residence
UNIVERSITY HALL GEORGE ROBERTS HALL ROTARY INTERNATIONAL
HOUSE
Clark Wing Townhouse The Village
Cost per week
$321 $321 $341 $341 $241
from*
Contract length 41 weeks 41 weeks 41 weeks 41 weeks 41 weeks
Cost per
$13,161 $13,161 $13,981 $13,161 $9,881
academic year
Number of
60 63 118 250 118
rooms
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(3 meals per day)
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amenities
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Affiliated Colleges
SAINTS CATHOLIC COLLEGE THE JOHN FLYNN COLLEGE *
www.cathcollegesjcu.edu.au www.johnflynn.org.au
Standard No AC Standard Shared ensuite Private ensuite Standard Room Cluster Room Shared ensuite Private ensuite
Cost per week
$279 $399 $459 $489 $412# $420# $459# $490#
from
Contract length 40 weeks 40 weeks 40 weeks 40 weeks up to 35 weeks up to 35 weeks up to 35 weeks up to 35 weeks
Cost per
$11,160 $15,960 $18,360 $19,560 $14,420 $14,700 $16,065 $17,150
academic year
Number of
116 110 52 18 128 68 52 5
rooms
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(3 meals per day)
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amenities same gender
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kitchenette
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* 2020 full academic year prices are quoted and may change prior to application. Please see individual residence website for any rebates or additions.
# For a 35 week contract. Residents may extend their contract to study during the mid year break.

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JCU Townsville campus map

George Roberts Hall

920m to Student Hub New Accommodation
Coming Soon

University Hall
160m to Student Hub

The John Flynn College

300m to Student Hub

Library
Student Hub

Saints Catholic College

380m to Student Hub

Rotary International House

580m to Student Hub

Veterinary Sciences Science & Engineering Recreation

Marine Sciences Health Sciences University colleges
Estate Services University Central

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 Cairns on-campus
accommodation
Make the most of the Far North Features and services
Queensland tropical lifestyle in John Grey Hall provides the following:
contemporary accommodation
at JCU Cairns, Smithfield. PRIVATE ROOM WITH SERVICES INCLUDE
King single bed Maintenance
Study desk and chair Administration
John Grey Hall
Bookshelves Daily cleaning of communal areas
The seven-storey, 300-bedroom octagonal
building offers a variety of apartment Spacious wardrobe and drawers Security cameras
style living options. Choose from ensuite Air conditioning Pastoral Care 24 hours/day
studio apartments, six bedroomed
apartments with individual ensuites or Fan Study groups and mentoring
six bedroomed apartments with shared
Wi-Fi Car parking and bicycle storage and
bathroom facilities.
repair facilities
All apartments are self-catering and are Secure swipe lock system
equipped with modern cooking facilities Communal car available for student use
Balcony
including cooktop, convection oven, and Access to community garden
refrigerator. Each individual bedroom
is lockable and includes air conditioning Gymnasium
FULLY SELF-CATERED
and Wi-fi.
APARTMENTS HAVE Accessible rooms available
John Grey Hall was officially opened in
2018 and provides a friendly and relaxed Modern kitchen with cooktop, benches
atmosphere. The 42-metre-long internal and microwave
CONTRACT TERMS INCLUDE
grass courtyard features shared BBQ facilities
Fridge
and is the perfect place to relax. Full academic year
The facility is managed by UniLodge with Common room
Mid-year break
an on-site manager and administrative
support team. Residential Assistants help to Early arrival to assist with induction
provide pastoral care to students. COMMON AREAS
First year student accommodation
TV rooms guaranteed Scholarship available
Computer lab and printer Ability to arrive early or extend
contract term
Recreational rooms
Study areas
Large outdoor communal space
BBQ
Laundry
Security cameras

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John Grey Hall (on-campus at JCU Cairns)

6 bedroom apartment with 6 bedroom apartment with

Studio Apartment
standard room ensuite room
Cost per week $179 $289 $299
Contract length 41 Weeks 41 Weeks 41 Weeks
Cost per academic year $7,339 $11,849 $12,259
Number of rooms 162 38 87
Accessible rooms 6 4 3
WI-FI in bedroom   
Air conditioning   
Bathroom amenities Shared Private ensuite Private ensuite
Shared kitchen   Private kitchen
Single sex apartments
 
(depends on demand)

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 Cairns Student Lodge
(through the underpass)

Located directly through the Features and services

underpass, and just an eight Cairns Student Lodge provides the following:
minute stroll to the JCU Cairns
campus is Cairns Student PRIVATE ROOM WITH SERVICES INCLUDE
Lodge. The fully catered facility Free double bed upgrade Maintenance
includes three meals a day, a
Study desk and chair Administration
resort style swimming pool,
Bookshelves Weekly cleaning of apartment,
volleyball court, BBQ and a
including bathroom
fully equipped shared kitchen. Spacious wardrobe and drawers
Security cameras
The rooms are all lockable and Air conditioning
come with either a bunk, Fan
Pastoral Care 24 hours/day
single or double bed, desk, chair, Study groups and mentoring
Wi-Fi
wardrobe, air-conditioning Free car parking and secure
Key lock system
and WiFi. bicycle storage
Balcony
Access to community garden
Fridge / Freezer
Free gym access
Kitchenette with microwave and kettle
Accessible rooms available
Iron and ironing board, clothes rack,
broom and dustpan
CONTRACT TERMS INCLUDE
TV and sofa in the common lounge room
Full academic year
Mid-year break*
COMMON AREAS
Early arrival to assist with induction
Communal dining hall
First year student accommodation
Resort style swimming pool
guaranteed
Recreational rooms
Ability to arrive early or extend
Study areas contract term

Large outdoor communal space Try before you buy option*

Chillout Zone with BBQ

* Conditions apply
Laundry
Smoking tolerated areas on
the property*

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Cairns Student Lodge (across the highway)

CAIRNS STUDENT LODGE

Bunk bed Shared Room Standard Room 1 Bedroom Apartment
Cost per week from $199/$249 $290/$330 $419/$439
Contract length 42 or 22 weeks 42 or 22 weeks 42 or 22 weeks
Cost per academic year $8,358/$5,478 $12,180/$7,260 $17,598/$9,658
Number of rooms 3 210 5
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Air conditioning ü ü ü
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Bathroom amenities Shared between 6 people Shared between 3 people Private bathroom

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 JCU Cairns campus map
Precinct A
Precinct B
Precinct C
Precinct D
Precinct E
Precinct F (TBC) Library
Cairns Student Lodge
(across the highway)
Student Hub
Dentistry

JCU Student Accommodation, John Grey Hall

150m Student Hub
JCU Cairns Institute
JCU Dental

Off-campus accommodation

Living off-campus Please don’t hesitate to contact the JCU

Off-campus housing can come in the form of
sharing a house with other students, purpose-
built student accommodation or renting an
entire property.
Before committing to a property or room off
campus, please be sure to:
–C
 heck what you are getting is part of your
lease. Even though images show the property
with furniture they may have been put there
for marketing purposes only.
–C
 heck the dates and length of time you are
committing to. You will be signing a legal
document, which you may not be able to
break because you have changed your mind.
–C
 heck the location of the property to the
proximity to the University campus, bus stops
and amenities.
Accommodation team for any support or to
answer any questions you have in relation
to the property or location you are considering
living during your time at JCU.
Homestay
A homestay is when you are matched
with a family in the local area to live with.
All homestay hosts have been screened
by the University’s homestay provider,
and are required to undergo training in order
to provide a high level of service and comfort
to the student.
More information is available
jcu.edu.au/accommodation/off-campus/
homestay

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How to apply/Deadlines

Applications can be made through the JCU website.

Please visit www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation for information
on how to apply.

JCU’s on-campus accommodation is very popular so we Applications to live

suggest you apply as early as possible so you don’t miss out. on campus now open
for 2021.
Contact information

For further information please contact

JCU Accommodation Services
T 07 4781 4148
E accommodation@jcu.edu.au
W jcu.edu.au/accommodation

James Cook University Student Accommodation Guide is published by Marketing, James Cook University, September 2020. This publication is intended as a guide to accommodation at James Cook University.
All care has been taken to ensure information is correct at the time of printing. To apply for on-campus accommodation visit jcu.edu.au/accommodation or contact the Accommodation Office to confirm current
admission requirements and vacancies. The University reserves the right to alter any provisions or pricing included in this publication without prior notice.
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