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At Charles Darwin University (CDU) we believe it’s the unique experiences, perspectives and opinions you bring that help make us the new world university. As Australia's first dual-sector university, and the only university based in the Northern Territory, we are proud of our history and our place in the world and look forward to a bright future. If you are interested in studying in Australia you have come to the right place. CDU is one of Australia's most multicultural universities and is deeply engaged with our Indigenous people and culture. No other Australian university serves such a large area of the continent, in such remote locations and with such a small population to sustain it. Our main campus is located in Casuarina, Dariwn, and boasts breathtaking natural surroundings, a vibrant and engaged community and a tropical climate. We also have study locations in Palmerston, the Darwin Waterfront, Alice Springs , Sydney , Melbourne and Perth . With courses spanning across Aboriginal and Australian Studies, Art and Design, Business and Economics, Computing and Information Technology, Education and Teaching, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law and Legal Studies, Medicine and Health, Music and Creative Arts, there is something for everyone at CDU. It is our vision to be Australia’s most connected university by being courageous and making a difference in the Northern Territory, Australia and beyond. Our values of courage, kindness, openness innovation and leadership underpin all decisions and actions at CDU
About Charles Darwin University
At Charles Darwin University (CDU) we believe it’s the unique experiences, perspectives and opinions you bring that help make us the new world university. As Australia's first dual-sector university, and the only university based in the Northern Territory, we are proud of our history and our place in the world and look forward to a bright future. If you are interested in studying in Australia you have come to the right place. CDU is one of Australia's most multicultural universities and is deeply engaged with our Indigenous people and culture. No other Australian university serves such a large area of the continent, in such remote locations and with such a small population to sustain it. Our main campus is located in Casuarina, Dariwn, and boasts breathtaking natural surroundings, a vibrant and engaged community and a tropical climate. We also have study locations in Palmerston, the Darwin Waterfront, Alice Springs , Sydney , Melbourne and Perth . With courses spanning across Aboriginal and Australian Studies, Art and Design, Business and Economics, Computing and Information Technology, Education and Teaching, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law and Legal Studies, Medicine and Health, Music and Creative Arts, there is something for everyone at CDU. It is our vision to be Australia’s most connected university by being courageous and making a difference in the Northern Territory, Australia and beyond. Our values of courage, kindness, openness innovation and leadership underpin all decisions and actions at CDU
Charles Darwin Univeristy (CDU) is the perfect place to undertake your Bachelor's degree. With courses spanning across Aboriginal and Australian Studies, Art and Design, Business and Economics, Computing and Information Technology, Education and Teaching, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law and Legal Studies, Medicine and Health, Music and Creative Arts, there is something for everyone at CDU.
CDU is a new world university built on social justice, sustainability, creativity and collective effort. We are young, vibrant and internationally recognised for teaching and research. Your individual needs, expectations and aspirations are our top priority.
It is our vision to be Australia’s most connected university by being courageous and making a difference in the Northern Territory, Australia and beyond. Our values of courage, kindness, openness innovation and leadership underpin all decisions and actions at CDU
Apply to undertake your Higher Degree by Research (HDR) at CDU , and you’ll be supported by committed supervisors who are experts in their fields, while you work in a distinct and unique part of Australia. Completing your Master by Research or PhD is an opportunity to specialise in your chosen field and contribute to delivering real and measurable impact in Northern Australia and beyond. Find out what you can study with CDU.
At CDU's heart lies our commitment to the perpetual evolution of knowledge through world-class, innovative and valuable research studies*. Harnessing our unique environment, we continue to attract global recognition for research excellence in areas including tropical and desert knowledges, Indigenous knowledges, human health and wellbeing, tropical health, social and public policy, environment and livelihoods and engineering and resources.
Our research makes a real, positive difference to people's lives and regularly contributes to the development of public policy, private sector decision-making, and the work of non-government organisations and communities. Our key partnerships with national and international universities ensure that our research capacity and capability continue to grow.
Located in the far north of Australia, research is central to the purpose of CDU, and closely tied to the needs of the Northern Territory and our immediate region including Timor-Leste, Eastern Indonesia and the Arafura Sea.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Charles Darwin University
Darwin Campus, Casuarina Australia
# 621-630QS World University Rankings
40Undergraduate programs
26Postgraduate programs
1393International students
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About Charles Darwin University
Our main campus is located in Casuarina, Dariwn, and boasts breathtaking natural surroundings, a vibrant and engaged community and a tropical climate. We also have study locations in Palmerston, the Darwin Waterfront, Alice Springs , Sydney , Melbourne and Perth . With courses spanning across Aboriginal and Australian Studies, Art and Design, Business and Economics, Computing and Information Technology, Education and Teaching, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law and Legal Studies, Medicine and Health, Music and Creative Arts, there is something for everyone at CDU.
It is our vision to be Australia’s most connected university by being courageous and making a difference in the Northern Territory, Australia and beyond. Our values of courage, kindness, openness innovation and leadership underpin all decisions and actions at CDU
About Charles Darwin University
Our main campus is located in Casuarina, Dariwn, and boasts breathtaking natural surroundings, a vibrant and engaged community and a tropical climate. We also have study locations in Palmerston, the Darwin Waterfront, Alice Springs , Sydney , Melbourne and Perth . With courses spanning across Aboriginal and Australian Studies, Art and Design, Business and Economics, Computing and Information Technology, Education and Teaching, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law and Legal Studies, Medicine and Health, Music and Creative Arts, there is something for everyone at CDU.
It is our vision to be Australia’s most connected university by being courageous and making a difference in the Northern Territory, Australia and beyond. Our values of courage, kindness, openness innovation and leadership underpin all decisions and actions at CDU
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Master PG
MBA
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Charles Darwin Univeristy (CDU) is the perfect place to undertake your Bachelor's degree. With courses spanning across Aboriginal and Australian Studies, Art and Design, Business and Economics, Computing and Information Technology, Education and Teaching, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law and Legal Studies, Medicine and Health, Music and Creative Arts, there is something for everyone at CDU.
CDU is a new world university built on social justice, sustainability, creativity and collective effort. We are young, vibrant and internationally recognised for teaching and research. Your individual needs, expectations and aspirations are our top priority.
It is our vision to be Australia’s most connected university by being courageous and making a difference in the Northern Territory, Australia and beyond. Our values of courage, kindness, openness innovation and leadership underpin all decisions and actions at CDU
Arts and Humanities (6)
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts Honours
Business and Management (6)
Bachelor of Accounting
Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Digital Enterprise
Engineering and Technology (6)
Bachelor of Computer Science
Bachelor of Engineering Science
Bachelor of Engineering Science/Master of Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Honours
Bachelor of Information Technology
Bachelor of Software Engineering Honours
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Bachelor of Clinical Sciences
Bachelor of Health Science
Bachelor of Health Science Honours
Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Nutrition
Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Occupational Therapy
Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Speech and Language Therapy
Bachelor of Health Services Management
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours
Bachelor of Midwifery
Bachelor of Midwifery Honours
Bachelor of Nursing
Bachelor of Nursing Honours
Bachelor of Paramedicine
Bachelor of Psychological Science
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Graduate Entry)
Bachelor of Psychological Science Honours
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science Honours
Natural Sciences (6)
Bachelor of Environmental Science
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Bachelor of Education Primary
Bachelor of Education Secondary
Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Teaching (Birth-12 Years)
Bachelor of Educational Studies
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
Bachelor of Humanitarian Aid and Development
Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Laws Honours
Bachelor of Public Health
Bachelor of Social Work
Apply to undertake your Higher Degree by Research (HDR) at CDU , and you’ll be supported by committed supervisors who are experts in their fields, while you work in a distinct and unique part of Australia. Completing your Master by Research or PhD is an opportunity to specialise in your chosen field and contribute to delivering real and measurable impact in Northern Australia and beyond. Find out what you can study with CDU.
At CDU's heart lies our commitment to the perpetual evolution of knowledge through world-class, innovative and valuable research studies*. Harnessing our unique environment, we continue to attract global recognition for research excellence in areas including tropical and desert knowledges, Indigenous knowledges, human health and wellbeing, tropical health, social and public policy, environment and livelihoods and engineering and resources.
Our research makes a real, positive difference to people's lives and regularly contributes to the development of public policy, private sector decision-making, and the work of non-government organisations and communities. Our key partnerships with national and international universities ensure that our research capacity and capability continue to grow.
Located in the far north of Australia, research is central to the purpose of CDU, and closely tied to the needs of the Northern Territory and our immediate region including Timor-Leste, Eastern Indonesia and the Arafura Sea.
Arts and Humanities (6)
Master by Research
Master of Arts
Business and Management (6)
Master of Data Science
Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice)
Engineering and Technology (6)
Master of Engineering
Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
Master of Information Technology (Software Engineering)
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Master of Aeromedical Retrieval
Master of Health Research
Master of Medical Laboratory Science
Master of Midwifery
Master of Nursing
Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)
Master of Nursing Practice (Pre-Registration)
Master of Nutrition
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Natural Sciences (6)
Master of Applied Spatial Science
Master of Environmental Management
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Master of Emergency and Disaster Management
Master of Public Health
Master of Public Health/Master of Health Research
Master of Public Policy
Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Master of Teaching
Others (1)
Master of Business Administration
Arts and Humanities (1)
Doctor of Philosophy
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One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
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Charles Darwin University is one of the top public universities in Casuarina, Australia. It is ranked #621-630 in QS World University Rankings 2025.
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