Sydney

CDU Sydney

Study in the heart of Sydney's Central Business District and immerse yourself in one of Australia’s world’s most dynamic, vibrant and multicultural cities. With its picturesque harbour, world-famous landmarks and golden sandy beaches, Sydney offers a mix of natural beauty and urban sophistication.

Whether you’re soaking up the views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, strolling along iconic Bondi Beach, or exploring the arts and music scene, there’s always something exciting to discover in this lively metropolis.

CDU is ranked in the Top 50 universities in the Asia-Pacific region

Source: Times Higher Education Asia-Pacific University Ranking 2018
CDU is ranked top 7 Australian university for graduate employment outcomes

Source: Good Universities Guide 2024
Sydney is the 5th most liveable city in the world

Source: Economist Intelligence Unit 2018

Message from the Associate Vice-Chancellor

Welcome to Charles Darwin University Sydney, where knowledge meets innovation and excellence thrives.

In the bustling heart of Australia's largest city, CDU Sydney proudly offers state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge research opportunities, and a vibrant, inclusive campus community, creating a truly dynamic and exciting place to study.

We are committed to ensuring our students have an extraordinary learning experience, empowering them to become influential leaders and catalysts for positive change. We embrace and celebrate diversity, fostering an environment where every individual feels valued and included.

The CDU team is genuinely invested in the success of our students, which is reflected in our graduate outcomes.

Dr Penelope Sweeting, Associate Vice-Chancellor, Sydney region

International students

International students play a vital role in the diverse fabric of Charles Darwin University Sydney, representing a significant portion of our community. We embrace and support our international students, ensuring they have an inclusive and enriching experience while studying with us.

Through a wide range of events, workshops, orientations and welcome evenings, we actively encourage international students to connect not only within CDU but also with the wider Sydney community.

We also take pride in commemorating significant dates and holidays that hold special meaning for our international students, celebrating their diverse cultures and creating a sense of belonging.

Image of students walking in front of CDU sSdney — CDU students are walking in front of the Sydney campus building.

I’ve loved my experience at CDU Sydney so far. My course has equipped me with critical thinking skills, sound clinical reasoning, and comprehensive health assessment abilities from supervised clinical placements in a variety of health care settings.

One of the highlights of my CDU Sydney experience has been the Simulation Block. Interacting with lecturers who are experts in nursing really inspired me to stay focused on my goal. I’ve also really enjoyed the events and gatherings organised by CDU, which have been a great way for me to develop my social skills and meet new people.

Another great thing about CDU Sydney is the location. Being in the heart of the city, there’s easy access to restaurants, shops and public transport which makes uni life a lot more convenient.

Mark Angelo Cabrera, Master of Nursing Practice student

Learn more about what it's like to study in Sydney, Australia

At CDU Sydney, we are committed to providing international students with a truly transformative university experience.

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What we offer

"Whether you are a prospective student, a current member of our university family, or one of our esteemed partners, we warmly invite you to embark on an exploration of the boundless possibilities that CDU Sydney has to offer"

Dr Penelope Sweeting, Associate Vice-Chancellor, Sydney Region

At CDU Sydney, our research areas are diverse and impactful

Through our multidisciplinary approach, we strive to make meaningful contributions and create a positive impact in these important fields.

Check out some of the research areas you can explore in Sydney:

Computational intelligence, including smart algorithms for data analysis and interpretation, prediction of different phenomena, clustering and classification of unorganised data and creating smart decision-making systems for different applications.
Humanitarian rights.
Mental health and wellbeing.

Health service management/education/leadership.
Surrogacy and social policy.
Human factors and healthcare safety.
Aged care.
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities.

Ready to start your research journey with CDU? Find out more

female nursing student with patient at CDU Sydney — Student with a patient in the CDU Sydney nursing lab.

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About the campus

Discover the facilities and support services available to students at CDU Sydney.

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Student life

Whether 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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I'm living my best life at CDU Sydney

Sydney is Australia’s largest and most famous city with a lively and vibrant buzz that makes it the ultimate destination year-round. We took the opportunity to speak to Bachelor of Accounting student, Ashweeta Paudel about her CDU Sydney experience so far.
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