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Charles Darwin University (CDU)

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Charles Darwin University (CDU) Courses

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

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

Masters (Research)

Casuarina, Casuarina
Masters by Research candidates undertake a program of research, under the direction of two or more supervisors. The candidates then communicate the results of this research in a thesis or another approved format.
Entry Requirements

To be eligible, you must have completed

  • the equivalent of half a semester of research activity at a postgraduate level
  • comparable levels of research, such as scholarly publications.

You must also plan to conduct research that is compatible with the research priorities and resources of this University. When you apply, you must submit a research proposal, comprising 500 to 1,000 words. The research priorities of this University tend to revolve around

  • tropical, regional, and remote health - including nursing, midwifery, and allied health
  • environmental studies
  • energy, resources, and engineering
  • social and public policy in Northern Australia and the region
  • community resilience
  • cybersecurity and IT
  • business and law
  • education
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Non-Award

Casuarina, Casuarina
Students enrolled in a course of study leading to an award at another Australian institution, can choose to undertake approved units at CDU for credit at their home institution.
Entry Requirements

To enrol at CDU, you will need to submit the form HE106 Cross Institutional Enrolment

Your home university will need to approve your intention to study at CDU. Please see the form for further details.

If you are a Commonwealth Supported student, you will also need to submit a HECS-HELP form. You can obtain this form at your home university, or contact us to have one posted to you.

Duration
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Doctorate (PhD)

Casuarina, Casuarina, Alice Springs, Alice Springs, Sydney, Sydney
Doctor of Philosophy, or PhD, candidates undertake a novel and significant program of research, under the direction of two or more supervisors. The candidates then communicate the results of this research in a thesis or another approved format.
Entry Requirements

To be eligible, you must have completed

  • the equivalent of one semester of research activity, such as a thesis, at a Masters level
  • the equivalent of one semester of research activity at an Honours or Graduate Diploma level and achieved a distinction or higher overall
  • comparable levels of research, such as scholarly publications

You must also plan to conduct research that is compatible with the research priorities and resources of this University. When you apply, you must submit a research proposal, comprising 500 to 1000 words. The research priorities of this University tend to revolve around

  • tropical, regional, and remote health - including nursing, midwifery, and allied health
  • environmental studies
  • energy, resources, and engineering
  • social and public policy in Northern Australia and the region
  • community resilience
  • cybersecurity and IT
  • business and law
  • education
Duration
4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Graduate Diploma

Unleash your creative side to help others. Our Graduate Diploma of Creative Therapies provides you with sound theoretical and practical foundations in creative therapies - therapies that include art, play, dance, drama, and music.
Entry Requirements

Successful completion of a bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification or a Graduate Certificate of Creative Therapies from Charles Darwin University.

Duration
2 years part-time
Study Mode
Online

Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate of Primary Health Care is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to expand their scope of practice and extend their knowledge of one of the following.
Entry Requirements

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree in an associated health, behavioural or social science studies or allied health field; such as nursing, midwifery, pharmacology, social work, oral or skin health.

Applicants to the Remote Nursing specialisation must also hold current registration as a registered nurse or midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Consideration may be given to applicants who work in health/allied health and have registration with their relevant professional body. Applicants who are not registered with AHPRA must attach evidence of current registration with their application.

It is expected applicants have current or recent work experience in a primary health care setting. This may include (but not be limited to) Registered Nurses, Registered Midwives, Social Workers and Pharmacists.

Duration
0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time
Study Mode
Online
Graduate Satisfaction
96.00%

Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate of Midwifery Studies is an innovative course for registered midwives wishing to return to study. During the course, you'll examine and reflect on your midwifery practice and have the freedom to create a tailored study program by selecting from a wide-range of units.
Entry Requirements

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

Duration
0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time
Study Mode
Online

Graduate Certificate

Casuarina, Casuarina
If you're experienced in working with people and communities, the Graduate Certificate of Safe Communities (Child Protection) can give you an entry point to specialist post-graduate qualifications.
Entry Requirements
  • Successful completion of a bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, master's degree or equivalent international qualification in a relevant field such as social work, human welfare studies and services, or psychology; or
  • Successful completion of a diploma level qualification and two years of experience working in the fields of community work, child protection or family violence; or
  • Consideration will also be given to you if you have at least five years of appropriate experience working with children, families and communities. To apply under this admission criteria, you must provide a curriculum vitae and two written referee reports in your application.
Duration
1 year part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
61.50%

Masters (Coursework)

Casuarina, Casuarina
The Master of Nutrition is a graduate- entry degree that qualifies you to work as a nutritionist and pursue a diverse career in health, focusing on how food and nutrition impacts the health and wellbeing of individuals, families, communities and populations.
Entry Requirements

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification with at least a credit average (GPA of 5.00).

Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
96.00%

Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate of Aeromedical Retrieval is an innovative course that will extend knowledge gained through your health studies and develop a complex understanding of aeromedical retrieval.
Entry Requirements

Applicants with at least five years of appropriate professional experience in a health setting are eligible for entry. Applicants must provide further documentation detailing their employment experience in the form of a curriculum vitae (CV) with their application.

Duration
0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time
Study Mode
Online
Graduate Satisfaction
96.00%

Masters (Coursework)

Our Master of Nursing course extends the knowledge you have gained through your undergraduate health studies and professional experience, preparing you for enhanced roles in nursing in areas such as education, management, administration and consultancy.
Entry Requirements

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree in nursing or equivalent international qualification. Applicants must also hold current registration as a registered nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Duration
1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time
Study Mode
Online