Corporate Body

James Cook University of North Queensland (1970 - 1997)

From
20 April 1970
Cairns and Townsville, Queensland, Australia
To
31 December 1997
Functions
Education and University
Alternative Names
  • JCUNQ (Abbreviation)
  • University College of Townsville (Former name, 1961 - 1970)
Website
http://www.jcu.edu.au
Location
Cairns and Townsville, Queensland

Summary

James Cook University of North Queensland was established with the passage of the James Cook University of North Queensland Act 1970 . This was assented by Queen Elizabeth II on 20 April 1970 when she opened the University during an official visit to Queensland. The University was based in Townsville, with campuses in Cairns and other regional centres. Its presecessor was the University College of Townsville (1961 - 1970). In January 1998 it became the James Cook University.

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 1970 - 1997 James Cook University of North Queensland
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