Charles Darwin University

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Overview

Charles Darwin University (CDU) is one of the leading Australian universities for graduate employment and salary outcomes. Performing across global university rankings, this sustainable, creative, innovative and inclusive new world university teaches more than 24,000 students representing over 55 nationalists, across 11 campuses and training centres in over 100 regional and remote locations.

CDU is the only university based in the Northern Territory and the Australian university that’s closest to Asia. With roots firmly planted in Northern Australia, CDU are uniquely placed to change lives and shape the future of the Northern Territory, Northern Australia and the surrounding Asian region through new ideas and innovative approaches.

Thinking differently, as the name suggests, CDU prides itself on being young and innovative, constantly looking into the future. A university conscious of issues and injustices of the time, CDU looks to find new solutions.

Believing everyone can make a positive impact CDU provides students with the skills, training, knowledge and research in order to transform lives. CDU brings these concepts together in order to connect, discover and grow.

CDU believes it’s the unique experiences, perspectives and opinions students bring that helps make a new world university. Students make CDU, and there has never been a better time to join the new world.

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Average tuition fees per year

Undergraduate

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A$27,280

Postgraduate

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A$29,600

Vocational

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A$15,720

Costs per year

Living costs

A$22,500

Campus accommodation

A$9,022

What’s new

In partnership with UP Education, the university has launched CDU International College, which helps international students gain university entrance.

Through CDU International College, UP Education will offer a range of study options including first year diplomas and pre-master’s courses in March 2020.

Mark Rushworth, UP Education Chief Executive said, “We have extensive experience in the provision of pathway courses, educating more than 1000 pathway students from around the world each year across Australia and New Zealand. I firmly believe we can be a transformative partner, delivering international students who will be motivated by the university’s outstanding graduate employment performance and rising-star status in the delivery of tertiary education globally.”

The Provost of CDU, Professor Sue Carthew said, “This will be the first time that CDU has offered university pathway programmes to students and we look forward to all parties benefitting from the success of our partnership with UP Education.”

Teaching quality

In a relatively short space of time, CDU has built a reputation as the most research-intensive and innovative teaching and learning universities in Australia.

Rankings

The following are some of the university’s rankings:

CDU is among a global group of rising stars, according to the Times Higher Education Rankings
The university is 91^st according to the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia-Pacific University Ranking 2019.
The 2020 Good Universities Guide ranked CDU 1^st in Australia for graduate salary and 2^nd for graduate employment (full-time) among higher educational institutions.

Innovative Research Universities

CDU belongs to the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) group, a network of universities dedicated to inclusive excellence in research and teaching in Australia. The members of IRU are Charles Darwin University, Flinders University, Griffith University, James Cook University, La Trobe University, Murdoch University, and Western Sydney University. IRU seeks to promote the partnership between member universities in a number of areas including teaching and learning, research, management and leadership training, and internationalisation.

Research excellence

82 per cent of CDU’s research is rated at world standard and above according to the ERA (Research Excellence Rankings Analysis) rating of 5 for the following areas: medical and health sciences (2-digit level), environmental science and management (4-digit level) and ecology (4-digit level). It has a 4 at the 2-digit level in: environmental sciences, biological sciences, agricultural and veterinary sciences.

Indigenous research

CDU is dedicated to promoting Indigenous knowledges and perspectives into all aspects of the university and in ethical research, providing expert analysis of research projects to develop sustainable livelihoods, and preservation of knowledge. Indigenous research at CDU is undertaken by the Australian Centre for Indigenous Knowledges and Education.

Industry partnerships

CDU has built a range of strong networks in research and education. It has developed various industry relationships with not-for-profit organisations, professional associations, government-funded research agencies, and regional partnerships.

The university’s partnerships in higher education offer students the chance to take part in practical experience that is integral to their learning. CDU’s collaborations in training are extensive through the territory’s businesses, trades, and industry.

Being a dual-sector university, CDU delivers both higher education and training.

The university has built relationships with organisations and universities across the globe, in nations including:

Canada
United Kingdom
United States
Austria
Denmark
France
China
Germany
Indonesia
Sweden
Japan
Hong Kong
Netherlands
Norway
Taiwan
Vietnam

Study options

As a dual sector university, CDU offers pathway programs, vocational education training (VET) courses from a Certificate 2 – Diploma, through to higher education and research courses, including PhD. There is something for everyone at CDU.

Colleges

Numerous study options are offered across the university’s colleges:

College of Engineering, IT & Environment
Asia Pacific College of Business & Law
College of Education
College of Health & Human Sciences
College of Indigenous Futures, Arts & Society
College of Nursing & Midwifery

Scholarships

International students can view information on scholarships on the CDU website.

Study areas

Some of the study areas students can pick from include:

Accounting
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Business
Community and Social Work
Creative Arts and Design
Culinary Arts
Education
Exercise and Sport Science
Engineering
Hair and Beauty Services
Health
Humanitarian, Emergency and Disaster Management
Hospitality Management
Indigenous Knowledge
IT and Network Engineering
Law and Legal Studies
Nursing and Midwifery
Pathway Courses
Psychology
Public Health
Science, Environmental Science & Management

Students are encouraged to visit the CDU website for more details on study options.

Entry requirements

The following are the English language requirements for both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels:

IELTS Academic Module

Undergraduate requirement - A minimum overall score of IELTS 6.0 with no band less than 6.0*.

Postgraduate requirement - An overall minimum score of IELTS 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0*.

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module

Undergraduate requirement - A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50*.

Postgraduate requirement - An overall minimum score of 58 with no band less than 50*.

TOEFL Internet based Test (iBT)

Undergraduate requirement - A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21*.

Postgraduate requirement - An overall minimum score of 79 with a writing score of 21 as the minimum*.

*There are exceptions for some courses in all levels and for all tests mentioned above. Students must check the CDU website for the most current and up to date entry requirements for their course.

Accommodation

Students can choose from on or off-campus accommodation options during their study at CDU.

On Campus Accommodation

International House Darwin (IHD)

IHD, based on CDU’s main teaching campus in Casuarina, Darwin, is within tropical gardens and Australian bush. This thriving, relaxed, vibrant, and caring community is home to international students from nearly 40 countries, with long and short-term accommodation options available. Students should visit the IHD website for more information.

Alice Springs

CDU students can choose from sole occupancy and twin share rooms across two houses and enjoy access to a self-service laundry, communal kitchen areas, and Wi-Fi access. Students can visit the CDU website for more on this.

Off-campus accommodation

This service helps new students find accommodation during their study at CDU. This free service provides students advice and information on housing options, assistance with accommodation problems, and much more.

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SANJO, Australia

All of my days at the uni were very exciting and never regretted it ever. I have had made lots of friends and getting social is one of the best things I like being at uni. Even though I study at the Waterfront Campus, whenever I go to Casuarina Campus, I know 5 to 8 of them. I really like the teaching method here as

All of my days at the uni were very exciting and never regretted it ever. I have had made lots of friends and getting social is one of the best things I like being at uni. Even though I study at the Waterfront Campus, whenever I go to Casuarina Campus, I know 5 to 8 of them. I really like the teaching method here as well. Personally, it gives me hands-on experience when I graduate. Also, I am looking forward to all the fun and deadline over my next year of study at Charles Darwin University.

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The crucial uni part was exposure to people with a multi-cultural background that helps to adjust to whole new studying and working environment.  Also, the fact that people and their lifestyle is laidback is awesome. And finally, the sunset is amazing!

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Rankings

QS World University Rankings 2021

Source: QS

701st

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021

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501st

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Minimum TOEFL IBT

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79Postgraduate

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Charles Darwin University

Now continue to see their Natural Sciences courses

Overview

Average tuition fees per year

A$27,280

A$29,600

A$15,720

Costs per year

A$22,500

A$9,022

What’s new

Teaching quality

Rankings

Innovative Research Universities

Research excellence

Indigenous research

Industry partnerships

Study options

Colleges

Scholarships

Study areas

Entry requirements

IELTS Academic Module

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module

TOEFL Internet based Test (iBT)

Accommodation

On Campus Accommodation

International House Darwin (IHD)

Alice Springs

Off-campus accommodation

Student reviews

Overall experience

What do students say...

My overall viewpoint of the university

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Key facts

Hotcourses Diversity Index

Feel At Home Index Source: Australian Government Department of Education & Training

0.25%

Diversity Index Source: Australian Government Department of Education & Training

59

Rankings

701st

501st

English score required

Minimum IELTS Score

6.0Undergraduate

6.5Postgraduate

Minimum TOEFL IBT

60Undergraduate

79Postgraduate

Latest news

Feel At Home Index

Source: Australian Government Department of Education & Training

Diversity Index

Source: Australian Government Department of Education & Training