The Tropical Advantage: Why the Great Barrier Reef is Your Classroom

The Tropical Advantage: Why the Great Barrier Reef is Your Classroom James Cook University (JCU) is Australia’s only university established specifically to focus on theTropics. This mission makes it a global leader in marine science, tropical health, and ecology. AtJCU, the environment isn’t just a subject; it’s a living laboratory that includes the Great Barrier Reefand the Daintree Rainforest. World-Class Research and Impact JCU is ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world and is #1 in Australia for the proportion of its research made available in open-access journals. Their work is considered central to the future of the tropical world by governments and global businesses. Exceptional Career Outcomes JCU holds 5-star ratings for full-time employment and graduate starting salaries. For students in tourism and hospitality, JCU is a clear leader, ranking #1 in Queensland for both employment and median salary in those fields. “Experience authentic learning across the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and the great Australian Outback.” Takeaway If the future of our planet’s health is in the Tropics, shouldn’t you be studying where the action is?