Case Study: James Cook University achieves a simpler, more powerful network for world-class education and research with Juniper Networks

James Cook University Delivers World-Class Education and Research with a Simpler, More Powerful Network

James Cook University (JCU) is a leading tropical research and education institution with about 22,000 students and nearly 5,000 staff across three campuses, renowned for marine and biodiversity research. Facing a digital-transformation imperative, JCU needed a scalable, reliable and energy-efficient network to support researchers moving multi‑terabyte datasets, provide students with always-on access to digital learning, and meet strict sustainability goals.

JCU deployed Juniper QFX5100 and EX4300 switches with the Junos Space management platform to create a consistent, automated, multicloud-ready network. The upgrade delivered faster, more reliable Wi‑Fi, seamless access to critical research applications, enabled global collaboration, gave students access to 49,000+ lecture recordings, simplified operations so ICT staff can focus on innovation, and reduced power and cooling demands to align with the university’s sustainability objectives.

James Cook University

Swain Kirk

Head of ICT Infrastructure Services