Charles Darwin University (CDU) is based in the capital city of Darwin at the heart of Australia's tropical north. It is the Australian university located most closely to the Asia-Pacific region.
- #701 Ranking
- 19 Masters
- Public Institution Type
Master's Programmes
Business & Management (4)
Computer Science & IT (4)
Education & Training (3)
- M.Ed. Digital Learning Futures
- M.Ed. Teaching
Medicine & Health (2)
- Master Public Health
Social Sciences (2)
- M.Sc. Psychology (Clinical)
- Master Public Policy
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
Engineering & Technology (1)
- M.Eng. Engineering
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
- M.Sc. Environmental Management
Law (1)
- LL.M. Laws
About
History
In 2014 Charles Darwin University celebrated 25 years of university education in the Northern Territory, a history that commenced with the opening of the Territory’s first and only university, the Northern Territory University, in 1989. Prior to the establishment of the Northern Territory University post-secondary education in the Territory had a history dating back to the late 1940s.
Education
Throughout their studies, our students will build essential skills for success in academic pursuits, their work and their lives beyond CDU.
Research
We are a research-intensive university with a commitment to building collaborative, co-designed research support. Concentrated within the central unit of Research and Innovation, we provide high-quality support and administration of research and consultancy projects, from conception to completion.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
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QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2021
701 -50
2020
651
2019
651
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World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2021
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2020
501
2019
501
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2021
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2020
841 -53
2019
788
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:
- International House Darwin (IHD) - Casuarina campus
- Alice Springs Student Accommodation (ASSA) - Alice Springs campus
- Katherine Student Accommodation (KSA) - Katherine campus
Medical services
The Community Services and Health Team deliver community work, personal, aged and disability care, community rehabilitation, support worker, allied health assistant courses across the territory.
We have lecturers based on Charles Darwin University’s Casuarina, Katherine and Alice Springs campuses and lecturers visit many other communities
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 in Darwin's northern suburbs about 15kms from Darwin's central business district and within 20kms to Palmerston city.
CDU’s Palmerston campus is a friendly, warm and welcoming place for students, staff and visitors. Our aim is to engage with the dynamic and growing community of Palmerston and the surrounding region in order to contribute to growth and development for future generations.
The campus delivers training in Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs and supports Katherine students studying Higher Education and Research.
Student clubs
Student Groups are one of the best and easiest ways to get involved, meet new people and have some fun at CDU. Come along and check out the current CDU Student Groups ranging from sporting, academic, cultural and many more.
Student Reviews
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