JCU students learn from lecturers and researchers who are global leaders in their field. Understand how to inform best practice outcomes for communities, industry and resource management agencies globally, particularly in the Tropics. Access the JCU Orpheus Island Field Station and award-winning laboratories. Participate in practical activities on the Great Barrier Reef’s coral reefs, coastal and oceanic environments. JCU graduates explore and deliver scientific, innovative solutions for the marine environment and its dependent communities. Career opportunities Gain significant employability skills to work as a science professional in Australia and internationally. JCU graduates work across the public or private sector for business, government, educational, research and not for profit agencies. Develop your career as a: Biologist Conservation agent Educator Environmental manager Field or laboratory technician Geologist Research scientist Resource consultant Science communicator JCU students increase their employability by either diversifying their portfolio of subjects or deepening their areas of specialisations.