James Cook University
JCU is a world top 500 university but is about average by Australian standards. It is ahead of CQUniversity and other regional unis.
Mount Isa Campus of James Cook University
JCU’s Mount Isa campus, the Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health (CRRH), provides health education for rural and remote areas. Established in 1997, it offers the Bachelor of Nursing Science. Facilities include lecture rooms, procedural labs, video conferencing, and a health services library.
Students learn nursing care for diverse populations and remote healthcare settings. The program is accredited, and graduates can register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Clinical placements start in the first year, offering real-world experience.
Mount Isa is a regional city in Northwest Queensland with a population of 18,500. The campus supports local students and addresses healthcare needs in remote communities. The nearest university city to Mount Isa is Townsville, approximately 900 kilometres to the east. Townsville is home to James Cook University's main campus.