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#3 in Australia for postgraduate learner engagement in computing and information technology
According to the Good Universities Guide 2024
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#5 in Australia for teaching quality in agriculture and environmental sciences
According to the Good Universities Guide 2025
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94% of undergrad CDU engineering students find full time employment
According to the 2023 Graduate Outcomes Survey National Report
Disciplines
Research
ACCI
The NT Academic Centre for Cyber Security and Innovation (ACCI) is a multi-disciplinary research centre that delivers a real-world impact in information and computing sciences.
AMA
Through collaboration, the Advanced Manufacturing Alliance (AMA) engage with industry partners, trades and academics to:
- develop real-world applications
- create industry procedures and standards
- drive material development
ERI
The Energy and Resources Institute (ERI) provides high quality research and consultancy for all aspects of energy and resources, including engineering, scientific, economic, environmental, social, community, legal, policy and digital considerations.
NACAS
The North Australia Centre for Autonomous Systems (NACAS) conducts integrated industry-focused research into the application of autonomous systems across industries, businesses, and other sectors in northern Australia and the Asia Pacific regions.
RIEL
The Research Institute for the Environment and Livelihoods (RIEL) is a leader in tropical savanna and coastal research in north Australia. Research strengths include biodiversity conservation, savanna and arid adaptation and environments, water and catchments, and communities and livelihoods
Message from the Pro Vice-Chancellor
Charles Darwin asked the great questions of nature. There has never been a more important time to do likewise, and to master the emerging technologies of our age.
The Faculty of Science and Technology deliver creative and flexible training, teaching programs, and research excellence in the areas of environment and livelihoods, primary industries, technology, energy and renewables, materials and resources. We equip students with the tools to face our modern challenges.
The faculty staff is renowned, both for the new knowledge they have created and for their ability to pass on this knowledge.
Our courses are accredited by their professions and you will be expertly trained. Our graduates have attained success in their careers, and we look forward to seeing you also contribute to the world of the future.
Network of Indigenous Partnerships
The Network of Indigenous Partnerships (NIP) has been established to enhance support mechanisms to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander faculty members across Vocational Educational and Training (VET) and Higher Education (HE).
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Advancing women in STEM courses
A strategy has been developed to enhance gender equity in STEM courses at CDU through a strategic approach for increasing participation and retention.
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World-first study uses First Nations calendars for solar power forecasting
The in-depth observations of First Nations seasonal calendars could be key to improving solar power forecasting, according to a world-first study by Charles Darwin University.
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CDU rises in 2026 QS World University Rankings, bucking national trend
Charles Darwin University (CDU) has climbed to 584 in the prestigious 2026 QS World University Rankings - a marked improvement from its position in the 621-630 band last year - defying the national trend.
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Project aiming to improve cattle productivity in Timor-Leste
A decline in feed availability for cattle during Timor-Leste’s dry season may be having a severe impact on the region, but a new research project exploring alternative feeding methods, specifically silage, aims to minimise its impact on farmers and cattle.
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