UniBoost

Do you want to enhance your university experience?

At Charles Darwin University we understand that students are accessing university through many different pathways and we aim to support students from diverse backgrounds to access and engage with their chosen degrees with confidence. We know that positive change comes when our university has students with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, experiences and mindsets. 

Is UniBoost Right for You? 

UniBoost offers a diverse selection of units tailored to enhance your knowledge and skills, empowering you to achieve your academic goals--regardless of where you are on your educational journey. 

1. Are you about to start your course at CDU but feel uncertain about your readiness for university studies? 
2. Have you already started studying and wish to reinforce your understanding and learning strategies between semesters?  
3. Are you considering higher education but want to test the waters first? 

A 'menu' of the available units is provided in the Unit Selection Guide below. For further advice or assistance, please contact Student Central. 

This course is designed to strengthen your skills and confidence in specified areas, helping you achieve your study goals. Please note, it is not a pathway to enter into a higher education course. Applicants looking for an enabling course that will allow them to meet the entry requirements for most CDU undergraduate degrees should apply for the Tertiary Enabling Program (TEP)

Unit Selection Guide

General Academic essentials

• UniReady: This unit equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate university life successfully. You will learn effective independent learning strategies, time management, and how to utilise university resources. 
• DigiPrep: Gain essential digital literacy skills for your studies. You'll explore university systems and develop your ability to create academic documents and presentations using digital tools. 
• Maths for the Mortally Terrified: Focused on building confidence with foundational mathematical concepts, this unit offers support as you develop your academic numeracy in various contexts. 
• Boost Your Presentations: Enhance your presentation skills through practical activities. By the end of this unit, you'll be prepared to deliver an effective presentation to your peers. 
• Boost your Academic Writing: This unit offers targeted support for students seeking clear guidance in academic writing. It is perfect if you want to level-up your writing experience by reviewing the fundamentals and honing your skills and confidence through guided practice.
• AI for Learning: With GenAI being rapidly integrated into everyday life, education and professional settings, developing GenAI literacy is crucial. This unit will support you in boosting your knowledge and skills to wield generative AI for learning in a Higher Education setting in an ethical and responsible way.
• All units from the Tertiary Enabling Program (TEP) are also available individually through this course. These units are delivered during the 12-week semesters and are available externally and internally at several campus locations. While UniBoost does not provide an alternative entry pathway into higher education, you may receive advanced standing for completed TEP units. See the TEP website for further information on each unit, and contact Student Central for further assistance.
• Foundations for success
• Fundamentals of Academic Writing and Research
• Foundation Maths
• Bioscience
• Perspectives in Humanities

STEAM essentials

• Advanced Mathematics Essentials: Use this unit to build confidence in core mathematical skills essential for your studies in engineering, IT, and applied science. You'll engage with foundational topics like algebra, trigonometry, and introductory calculus, supported by online materials and interactive activities. 

Health essentials 

• Human Body Essentials A: This unit covers core concepts of anatomy and physiology, along with the essential foundational knowledge of chemistry, cellular biology and tissues upon which human anatomy and physiology are built. Additionally, it delves into the study skills necessary for success in first-year anatomy and physiology.
• Human Body Essentials B: Building on the foundational knowledge from Unit A, this unit explores the organ systems of the human body, their functions and how they work together to maintain life. This is supported by the essential study skills needed to effectively learn and understand human anatomy and physiology.

Education essentials

• Foundations for Aspiring Educators: Considering a career in education? This unit offers you the chance to explore the teaching profession, envision yourself as an educator, and develop valuable transferable skills that will enhance your studies in the field of education.

When should I study?

View the Study Plan section below to see when the units are offered as you take the next step towards boosting your academic success at CDU!