Charles Darwin University

Why choose CDU?

CDU provides a flexible and supportive learning environment for our students and staff.

Am I ready to study?

To ensure you achieve your study goals, CDU assists students to meet their needs and commitments.

From high school and prepartory programs through to vocational education and training, CDU offers prospective students a wide range of study options. Undergraduate, postgraduate and research qualifications are also available.

VET courses and apprenticeships

Undergraduate Higher Education

Postgraduate Higher Education

Higher degrees by research

Short courses and professional development

Tertiary Enabling Program (TEP)

The Essington International Senior College

Study on campus

CDU offers dynamic and adult-friendly campuses to add a richness to your university experience.

Study externally

CDU has thousands of students from all over Australia studying with us via our external study mode.

School leavers

CDU's study modes are flexible to ensure you achieve a balance of work, study and play.

Indigenous students

CDU helps you adapt to the university environment and meet academic requirements of your course.

International students

With more than 680 international students from 55 countries studying at CDU, there is a prominent multicultural atmosphere.

Fast Facts About CDU More about CDU

Times Higher Education placed CDU 13th in the rankings of Australian universities.
Around 21,000 students study with CDU and almost two-thirds are enrolled in VET programs.
CDU’s research income in 2009 exceeded $31.8m.
SCImago Institution's 2009 report on research activity placed CDU in the top five for Australian Universities.
CDU teaches Indigenous students in over 150 locations across the Northern Territory.