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Charles Darwin University (CDU) Courses

Bachelor of Paramedicine

Bachelor

Casuarina, Casuarina, Alice Springs, Alice Springs

The Bachelor of Paramedicine qualifies you to work as a paramedic in Australia. The course offers guaranteed clinical student placements in the Northern Territory with a range of health care providers allowing students to gain important hands-on learning.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:
~Air Force: Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman
~Army: Corporal, Lance Corporal, Private
~Navy: Able Seaman, Leading Seaman, Seaman

* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.

Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Study Mode

In person

Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Sustainable Business

Certificate

Waterfront Darwin, Waterfront Darwin, Waterfront Darwin, Darwin

The Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Sustainable Business is a 6-month course that offers you the opportunity to upskill, reskill or retrain in business.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent).
Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 125 or higher.
Successful completion of a recognised tertiary preparation course.
Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:

Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Corporal, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman
Army: Corporal, Lance Corporal, Private
Navy: Able Seaman, Leading Seaman, Seaman

Duration

0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time

Study Mode

Online, In person

Graduate Diploma of Child and Family Health

Graduate Diploma

Our Graduate Diploma of Child and Family Health is an online course designed for registered nurses and midwives seeking to extend their knowledge and expand their scope of practice. This course addresses the principles of equity, empowerment, and the socio-political determinants of health.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold current registration as a registered nurse (Division 1) or registered midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

It is expected applicants have at least one year full time recent employment (post registration), in a midwifery/nursing or associated setting by date of application.

Duration

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Study Mode

Online

Graduate Satisfaction

96.00%

Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Teacher Education

Certificate

The Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Teacher Education is a 6-month, 100% online course that equips you with core skills in pedagogy and offers a taste of studying a teaching degree. It is a direct pathway into related higher education courses, should you wish to qualify as a teacher.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent).
Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 125 or higher.
Successful completion of a recognised tertiary preparation course.
Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:

Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Corporal, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman
Army: Corporal, Lance Corporal, Private
Navy: Able Seaman, Leading Seaman, Seaman

Duration

0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time

Study Mode

Online

Graduate Satisfaction

77.10%

Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Science, Engineering and Technology

Certificate

Casuarina

The Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Science, Engineering and Technology is a 6-month course that offers you the opportunity to upskill, reskill and retrain. Available 100% online or on campus, this course will equip you with core skills in science, engineering and technology.

Entry Requirements

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.

Duration

0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Social and Mental Health Care

Certificate

Casuarina, Casuarina

The Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Social and Mental Health Care is a one-year, part-time course that offers you the opportunity to upskill, reskill and retrain in social and mental health care.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent).
Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 125 or higher.
Successful completion of a recognised tertiary preparation course.
Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:

Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Corporal, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman
Army: Corporal, Lance Corporal, Private
Navy: Able Seaman, Leading Seaman, Seaman

Duration

1 year part-time

Study Mode

Online, In person

Graduate Satisfaction

73.50%

Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Biomedical Science

Certificate

Casuarina, Casuarina

The Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Biomedical Science is a one-year, part-time course that offers you the opportunity to upskill, reskill and retrain in biomedical science work.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent).
Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 125 or higher.
Successful completion of a recognised tertiary preparation course.
Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.

Duration

1 year part-time

Study Mode

Online, In person

Graduate Satisfaction

67.70%

Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Environmental Science

Certificate

Casuarina, Casuarina

The Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Environmental Science offers you the opportunity to reskill and retrain in the environment sector. This 6-month course will give you a direct pathway into higher education courses across the Environmental Science discipline.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent).
Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 125 or higher.
Successful completion of a recognised tertiary preparation course.
Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:

Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Corporal, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman
Army: Corporal, Lance Corporal, Private
Navy: Able Seaman, Leading Seaman, Seaman

Duration

0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time

Study Mode

Online, In person

Master of Aeromedical Retrieval

Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Aeromedical Retrieval is an innovative course designed for healthcare professionals seeking to extend their knowledge of aeromedical retrieval.

Entry Requirements

Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA) in medicine, nursing, paramedicine or midwifery.

Applicants with AHPRA registration not listed above will be considered will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

It is expected applicants have recent work experience in a health setting.

Duration

1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time

Study Mode

Online

Graduate Satisfaction

96.00%

Certificate III in Micro Business Operations

Certificate

Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Waterfront Darwin

This qualification reflects the role of skilled independent and micro-business contractors who apply a broad range of competencies in varied contexts, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a small team.

Duration

1 year full-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Nursing and Midwifery

Certificate

The Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Nursing and Midwifery is a one-year, part-time, 100% online course that offers you the opportunity to upskill, reskill and retrain in nursing and midwifery.

Entry Requirements

Please note: If you wish to continue your studies with a Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery once you have completed the Undergraduate Certificate Introduction to Nursing and Midwifery, you will need to meet the English language requirements for these courses. On applying for these Bachelor's degrees, you will have to provide evidence of English language proficiency. For example, a year 12 education in Australia or an IELTS test with an overall score of 7. For details, visit the course page for or . To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.

Duration

1 year part-time

Study Mode

Online

Diploma of Training Design and Development

Diploma

Casuarina

This qualification reflects the roles of training developers and instructional designers who are responsible for analysing training needs and designing training solutions and products to meet workplace capability requirements, and evaluating the effectiveness of training programs.

Duration

1 year full-time

Study Mode

In person