Student Initiatives
During the 2017-2018 year your Student Services Amenities Fee (SSAF) has funded these initiatives:
Free Fruit Delivered Each Week
Get your weekly dose of fruit at the Library on Level 2 every Tuesday.
$1 Coffee Machine
Take a break with a fresh cup of coffee at Level 1, Student Lounge.
ETA Field Trips
ETA provides opportunities for students, especially those who study Tourism and Hospitality to attend seminars and participate in short-trips to explore well-known Australian destinations.
All students studying either a MIT (Business Informatics) or a MIT (Computing and Networking) degree will receive a complimentary membership to The Australian Computer Society (ACS). Members have access to 50 online courses, 33,000 digital learning videos, 600 annual events, multiple networking opportunities and up-to-date employment tips and job advice.
The MYOB training course will give students the skills and tools to increase their postgraduate employability. To keep updated with upcoming events, check James Cook University Brisbane’s Facebook Page.
Orientation Lunch
A big multicultural lunch is held each trimester. This event is free and open to all new and current students.
Games and Equipment Level 1 Student Lounge
Take a break from studying at the Student Lounge and enjoy the snooker table, foosball table, air hockey, multiple televisions, couches and XBox 360 consoles!
The lounge also has a separate kitchen equipped with fridge and microwave facilities as well as a large dining area.
Health and Fitness Club
The Health and Fitness club is for those who want to improve their physical and mental health. Our activities include:
- Abseiling at Kangaroo Point
- Canoeing on the Brisbane river
Interactive Whiteboard
Our Interactive Whiteboard gives students the opportunity to gain industry standard presentation skills and also to use for group work collaboration and assessment presentations.