CDU has been recognised as a global leader by independent rankings and our reputation ensures your qualifications are recognised by employers and other institutions throughout the world.
Master's Programmes
Medicine & Health (8)
- MHRes Health Research
- MMid Midwifery
- MN Nutrition
- Master Public Health
- MPH / MHRes Public Health and Health Research
Computer Science & IT (5)
Social Sciences (5)
- M.A. Arts
- Master Professional Accounting
- Master Public Policy
Business & Management (4)
Applied Sciences & Professions (3)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (3)
- MHRes Health Research
- MPH / MHRes Public Health and Health Research
Education & Training (1)
- M.Ed. Teaching
Engineering & Technology (1)
- M.Eng. Engineering
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
- M.Sc. Environmental Management
Law (1)
- Master Public Policy
About
Education
CDU students will value lifelong and life-wide learning and understand that learning occurs anywhere, anytime and through varied experiences. Throughout their studies, our students will build essential skills for success in academic pursuits, their work and their lives beyond CDU. Further, our co-design approach will also strengthen CDU processes, systems and practices required to achieve CDU-wide key targets.
Research
The distinctive characteristics of the Northern Territory present researchers and research students at Charles Darwin University with unique experiences and opportunities.
CDU is an exciting and progressive research-intensive university that prioritises the complex issues facing Northern Australia and the Asia-Pacific. Our internationally recognised research is strongly aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and makes a real, positive difference in people’s lives.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2022
501
2021
501
2020
501
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2022
701
2021
701 -50
2020
651
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2021
901
2020
-
2019
-
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2022
-
2021
936 -95
2020
841
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The Office of Student Administration and Equity Services (SAES) manages all aspects of Higher Education admissions, enrolments, examinations, progression and fees. Across the Higher Education and VET sectors, the office administers scholarships, student records, the University cashier and timetabling.
Housing services
On-campus accommodation is provided by:
- Casuarina accommodation: Part of a network of International Houses in Australia and overseas, IHD, on Casuarina campus offers both local and international students a residential community.
- Katherine accommodation: ) is owned and operated by Charles Darwin University (CDU) on its Katherine Rural campus and managed by International House Darwin (IHD).
- Alice Springs accommodation: The Alice Springs Student Accommodation (ASSA) provides accommodation for CDU students, students from other universities undertaking placement, CDU staff and visiting guests, and groups.
Library services
Campus libraries:
- Alice Springs
- Casuarina
- Palmerston
- Sydney
Student Life
Campus life
- Casuarina campus is CDU's largest study location and the main hub for Higher Education, Vocational Education and Training (VET), and Research programs.
- The campus is located on Larrakia country, about 15kms from Darwin's central business district and within 20kms to Palmerston city.
- The nearest shopping centre is a 10-minute stroll away, but you can also jump on one of the many public buses servicing our campus. We also offer free inter-campus bus services between Casuarina and CDU Waterfront, for students, during study semesters.
Student Reviews
My school experience
Anonymous rated 2 out of 5 stars
It could have been better. I was not that interested in the subject material to begin with.
Can't wait to join again
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I have experienced a very helpful environment in this university. I will be rejoining them in Feb 2021 and cannot wat to start a degree that is close to my heart with them
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
The University is well structured and support is available. The lectures are recorded to watch later.
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