Postgraduate Short Courses
In as little as 6 months, you can complete a Graduate Certificate to gain specialist knowledge in your field. Designed for working professionals who already hold an undergraduate degree, these fast and flexible qualifications can be studied 100% online.
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#2 Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes
The Good Universities Guide 2024 ranks CDU as a leader for postgraduate employment outcomes
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30 years' experience in distance and online education
We have what it takes to support flexible study
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Top 100 university in the Asia Pacific
According to the Times Higher Education Asia-Pacific University Rankings 2019
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Study a Higher Degree by Research (HDR)
CDU HDR (Higher degree by research) - CDU delivers high-quality research training for emerging scholars to undertake independent research in your area of study.
Read moreWhy choose CDU
As a leading university for graduate employment outcomes with strong links to industry, you can connect to a career you care about with CDU.
Like our namesake Charles Darwin, we think differently. We’re young, flexible, and internationally recognised for teaching, research and First Nations education.
Whether you study online or from one of our campuses and centres across Australia, we have the experience and support to help you learn your way.
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Study pathways
At CDU, there is a study pathway for everyone. Explore our course and student types, admission requirements and pathways to study so you can apply with confidence.
Launch into your new world of study with confidence
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5 signs you're ready for postgraduate study
Read moreDeciding to study a postgraduate degree can feel like a big step, but it comes with a whole heap of benefits both personally and professionally. Whether you're interested in research or just progressing at work, if you're considering any sort of postgrad experience, check out our tips to know if you're in the right frame of mind to begin.
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How you can change careers entirely in just 2 years
Read moreAlready hold an undergraduate degree? You may be able to change careers faster than you think. And you'll open up opportunities to work in some of today's most in-demand jobs.
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Tips to succeed as a postgrad parent
Read moreStarting a postgraduate degree as a working parent may seem daunting at first, but before you file it in the “too hard” basket, read our tips to make study and parenthood doable.