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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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Iconic Australian Jack Thompson AM to deliver this year’s Vincent Lingiari Memorial Lecture
Read more about Iconic Australian Jack Thompson AM to deliver this year’s Vincent Lingiari Memorial LectureIconic Australian actor and First Nations advocate Jack Thompson AM will deliver the 23rd Vincent Lingiari Memorial Lecture at Charles Darwin University (CDU) in August.
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CDU strengthens defence ties with Alliance
Read more about CDU strengthens defence ties with AllianceCharles Darwin University will bring its strategic location and unique research capabilities to the table of an important organisation dedicated to advancing Australia’s defence innovation, science, and technology capabilities.
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From hairdresser to business owner
Read more about From hairdresser to business ownerEsme Pye was 16 years old when she left Australia for the United Kingdom to be a hairdressing apprentice, but she missed the sunshine so returned home before completing the apprenticeship.
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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