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Charles Darwin University (CDU) Courses

Bachelor

Find out about studying a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws at Charles Darwin University (CDU)
Study Mode
In person

Certificate

Alice Springs, Waterfront Darwin, Waterfront Darwin, Darwin
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the accounting and bookkeeping industry, including business activity statement (BAS) agents and contract bookkeepers; and for those employees performing bookkeeping tasks for organisations in a range of industries.
Entry Requirements

Whilst there are no formal entry requirements for FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, the preferred pathway is:

  • FNS30322 Certificate III in Accounts Administration or other relevant qualification/s.
  • All applicants need to demonstrate the appropriate level of language, literacy and numeracy skills and knowledge to undertake a qualification at this level.

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

International Students

Please refer to https://www.cdu.edu.au/international/how-apply for information regarding international student applications.

As part of the application process, it is important that you meet the minimum academic entry requirements. If you have any questions, please email the International team: international@cdu.edu.au. We look forward to helping you through the process of applying to study with us at CDU.

ProgramsEntry requirements
Certificate level programsA qualification equivalent to Australian Year 10
Diploma and advanced diploma programsA qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12
Duration
0.5 year full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
70.50%

Masters (Coursework)

Casuarina, Casuarina, Sydney, Sydney
The Master of Data Science will further develop your technical and analytical skills needed to manage and interpret useful insights from large data sets. Your coursework will include project-based assessments allowing you to focus on what you are passionate about.
Entry Requirements

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification.

Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Diploma

Palmerston
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use a broad range of event-related skills and sound knowledge of event management processes to coordinate event operations. They operate independently and make operational event management decisions.
Entry Requirements

There are no no specific entry requirements for this course however, it is highly recommended that individuals hold the Certificate III in Events or have vocational experience in industry equivalent to a Certificate III level prior to enrolling into this course. Students that do not have pre-existing tourism industry knowledge will be encouraged to seek employment in the industry.

A pre-enrolment induction will be conducted, and students will be required to complete a learner support indicator to determine any learner support requirements. The Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
In person

Certificate

Alice Springs, Tennant Creek, Katherine, Waterfront Darwin, Waterfront Darwin, Darwin
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. These individuals may have supervisory performance accountabilities.
Entry Requirements

Preferred entry requirements for candidates considering BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business include:

  • BSB30115 Certificate III in Business or other relevant qualifications and/or
  • Relevant vocational experience.

For the Cyber Security and Big Data Specialisation Learners will need:

  • Basic computer skills
  • Knowledge of common computing terms and word processing
  • Proficiency with web browser software and sending/receiving e-mail including e-mail with attachment
  • Familiarity with navigating the Internet

Students are required to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) assessment to establish support requirements for this qualification.

Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
70.50%

Certificate

Casuarina
Offered to Apprentices only. This course is not available for online applications. Please contact the team for further information on how to apply.
Entry Requirements

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

To gain entry into CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing candidates require:

  • To be an Apprentice who has entered into a Training Contract with their employer and Australian Apprenticeship Support Network NT
  • Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) is an online course designed for experienced registered nurses who want to build their professional practice capability and seek endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner in line with the Standards of Practice set by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Entry Requirements

Applicants must:

  • hold current and unrestricted registration as a registered nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
  • have completed a graduate certificate or higher degree in their nursing clinical field
  • provide a curriculum vitae demonstrating a minimum of two-years of full time equivalent (FTE) employment as a registered nurse in a specified clinical field and a minimum of an additional two-years FTE of recent advanced nursing practice in the same clinical field.
  • provide evidence from an approved health care organisation that support the applicant and the clinical requirements, including supervision and clinical support for a minimum of 300 hours of supernumerary integrated professional practice during the course.
Duration
2 years part-time
Study Mode
Online

Certificate

Casuarina
Find out about studying a Certificate II in Health Support Services at Charles Darwin University (CDU)
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$996 per year / $996 total

Certificate

Casuarina
This qualification reflects the role of a variety of workers who use a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge to provide assistance to health professional staff for the care of clients. Health services assistance involves the worker in direct client contact under supervision.
Entry Requirements

CDU Domestic Entry Requirements

There are no mandatory entry requirements for this qualification. However, applicants who wish to commence this course need to have a general command of spoken and written English to be able to meet industry standards for communication.

Everyone employed or volunteering in child-related work is required by law to hold an Ochre Card. It will, therefore, be a mandatory requirement to hold an Ochre card in order to complete any placement.

Students can apply for a Ochre Card through Safe NT/NT Police or the Northern Territory Government:

  • Safe NT/NT Police website: https://forms.pfes.nt.gov.au/safent/
  • Northern Territory Government website: https://nt.gov.au/emergency/community-safety/apply-for-a-working-with-children-clearance
Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
73.50%

Masters (Coursework)

Sydney, Sydney, Waterfront Darwin, Waterfront Darwin, Waterfront Darwin, Darwin
The professional practice MPA provides you with a unique opportunity to work in an organisation and gain valuable professional experience while also gaining an MPA qualification.
Entry Requirements

Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Accounting Studies

OR

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification in any discipline.

Applicants who have fully satisfied the entry requirements of the accounting professional bodies in their first degree are not eligible for entry.

Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
67.50%

Graduate Certificate

Sydney, Sydney
Our Graduate Certificate of Maternal Critical Care is designed for registered nurses and midwives seeking to extend the knowledge they've gained through maternity clinical practice and develop advanced theoretical skills in obstetrical and gynaecological critical care.
Entry Requirements

Current registration as a registered nurse or midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

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

Masters (Coursework)

Casuarina, Casuarina
The Master of Public Policy gives you in-depth knowledge in political, cultural and social theory approaches to public policy and solid understanding of evidence-based policy development and evaluation imbedded within practical research theories and methodologies.
Entry Requirements

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, masters degree or equivalent international qualification.

Applicants who don't meet the entry requirements, are advised to contact the course coordinator in the Faculty of Arts and Society by email to fas@cdu.edu.au for further advice.

Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person