Why choose CDU?
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Five-star Australian university for employment outcomes
According to The Good Universities Guide 2024 CDU ranks as a leader for graduate employment outcomes
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100% flexible study options that suit you
With over 30 years of experience in online and distance education, we know how to support your flexible learning
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#5 Australian university for first-in-family study
The Good Universities Guide 2024 ranks CDU as a leader in providing first-generation university education
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Scholarships
Find a scholarshipCDU is committed to providing opportunities to students through our scholarship program. Scholarships are sponsored by individuals, businesses, government, community groups and the university to assist students with the financial burden of studying.
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Our locations
ExploreFrom our Darwin, Casuarina and Palmerston locations down to Alice Springs and Sydney, find out what our campuses and centres have available to you.
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Student life
Find out moreWhether you are looking for flexible study to juggle work and family, or want to get involved with clubs and societies, there's something for everyone at CDU.
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News
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CDU student proves to be a real master chef
Read more about CDU student proves to be a real master chefFor most 18-year-olds, competing in a national cooking competition would be an intimidating experience, but not for Charles Darwin University (CDU) student Amelia Love who has tasted success on the big stage.
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Chancellor to conclude term after successfully guiding the University for six-years
Read more about Chancellor to conclude term after successfully guiding the University for six-yearsThe Honourable Paul Henderson AO, who was appointed to the position of Charles Darwin University (CDU) Chancellor in February 2019, will end his tenure in March 2025.
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CDU to strengthen ties with South Asian partners after international cap assurances
Read more about CDU to strengthen ties with South Asian partners after international cap assurancesA delegation from Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) leadership is embarking on an intensive 17-day tour of India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal to reignite existing relationships with South Asian partners and lay the groundwork for new connections.
Education and Community Precinct
The campus is the home of the CDU Library, CDU Art Gallery, NT Library, and Territory FM; and features learning and teaching areas, open plan workspaces, a grand staircase, and an interactive theatre room.
The campus is also less than a 20-minute drive to the Darwin International airport, and to the nearest shopping centre at Casuarina Square.
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Research and Innovation
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.
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