Charles Darwin University

 

Charles Darwin University (CDU) is an Australian university with a difference. Located in the Northern Territory of Australia, a unique region spanning the wet tropics in the north and arid desert in the south. The University offers unique and exciting study opportunities in one of the world’s most culturally and biologically diverse regions.

This is a place for students who love freedom, welcome choice, have a sense of adventure and appreciate one of the oldest landscapes and cultures on earth.

Our students come from all parts of Australia and include a substantial representation of Indigenous and overseas students from more than 60 countries. Diversity and opportunity are the hallmarks of CDU, Australia’s most youthful university.

Charles Darwin University is Australia’s newest public University offering undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and research programs. The University also offers Foundation pathway studies and VET certificate and diploma courses as pathways to bachelor degree programs. Study Abroad and exchange opportunities are also available across the wide range of University courses. Research centers in Alternative Energy, Sustainable Tourism, Tropical Savannas, Wildlife, Tropical Health and Tropical Rivers and Coastal Knowledge Systems are located at the University. The United Nations University Centre for Traditional Knowledge is also located at the University.

Courses Available in

  • Accounting

  • Arts / Humanities

  • Biomedical Sciences

  • Building, Design & Architecture

  • Business – administration, marketing, management and economics

  • Communication

  • Education

  • Engineering - civil, electrical, electronics, mechanical and mechatronics

  • Environmental Science and Environmental Management

  • Exercise and Sports Science

  • Creative Arts - Fine Arts and New Media Design

  • Geographic Information Systems

  • Health Sciences

  • Hospitality & Tourism

  • Humanitarian and Community Studies

  • Indigenous Studies

  • Information Technology

  • Law

  • Music

  • Nursing

  • Pharmacy

  • Psychology

  • Public Governance

  • Science

  • Social Work

Other programs include:

  • ELICOS – with direct entry pathways to Bachelor degrees

  • Foundation Pathway to Bachelor Degree

  • Study Abroad / Exchange

Advantages of Studying at CDU

CDU offers the best investment in your future career and life prospects through:

  • A quality assured government institution

  • Nationally recognised and accredited programs

  • Value for money

  • Maximising your potential – personalised teaching in small classes

  • High graduate employment rate

  • Excellent part-time work prospects while studying due to strong local economy and acute labour shortages

  • A smooth transition to studying in Australia in a friendly, safer, clean and multicultural environment

  • Tropical capital city location

Quality assurance – course and institution

All courses at the University are part of the Australian Quality Framework (AQF), which ensures that Australian qualifications are the same throughout the country and that they represent the same high standard of education.

Migration

The Northern Territory Government will sponsor under the Skilled Independent Regional (SIR) visa (sub class 495) international students who complete eligible studies at CDU. Sponsorship by the NT government provides an additional 10 bonus points, in addition to the 5 bonus points for study at a regional university.

Students are our priority

Individual attention, flexible study pathways, challenging education concepts and unique learning options characterise teaching and learning at CDU. Flexible undergraduate courses can be tailored to suit student interests and the university offers a wide range of dual degrees giving graduating students a competitive edge.

Employment opportunities

There are excellent part-time work prospects for international students whilst studying due to strong local economy and acute labour shortages. Part time work is mainly in retail and hospitality sector. International students on student visas are permitted to work part time for a maximum of 20 hours per week. Abundant full time employment opportunities exist in the Northern Territory for graduates of CDU.

On campus accommodation

On campus accommodation is available year round at North Flinders International House (NFIH), located on the University’s Casuarina campus; just three minutes walk from the main library and lecture facilities, 10 minutes from the beach and 15 minutes walk from a major shopping centre. NFIH has 270 rooms in total, located in several buildings. Rooms have access to communal kitchens, bathrooms, free laundries, a computer lab, swimming pool, BBQ facilities, communal games and separate TV room.

For a complete range of courses, please visit our website at www.cdu.edu.au/international


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