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Academic calendar

Semester One 2009 VET Higher Education

Teaching commences 2 February 2 March

Semester break 6 10 April 6 10 April

Teaching ends 12 June 29 June

Revision Not applicable 1 5 June

Examinations 15 19 June 8 19 June

Semester Two 2009 VET Higher Education

Teaching commences 20 July 20 July

Semester break 28 September 2 October 7 September 11 September

Teaching ends 27 November 16 October

Revision Not applicable 19 23 November

Examinations 30 November 4 December 26 October 6 November

Disclaimer: Information in this prospectus is accurate as at April 2008. While care has been taken to provide accurate information in this prospectus, it is theresponsibility of applicants to check and confirm specific details of courses, units and enrolment, prior to application. The inclusion in this publication of thedetails of a course or unit creates no obligation on the part of the University to teach it as or when described. The University may discontinue or vary courses orunits at any time without notice.

Darwin city

Charles Darwin University International Prospectus 2009

Climate

As a tropical city Darwin

has two seasons peryear. The Wet Season is

from November to April,

with a temperature range

from 20 to 34 degrees C.

The Dry Season is from

May to October, with a

temperature range from

15 to 31 degrees C.

Welcome to the Northern Territory

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Charles Darwin University International Prospectus 2009 1

Contents

Welcome to CDUWhy choose Charles Darwin University? 2

Campuses 3Living in the Northern Territory 4

Studying at CDUTeaching and learning 5

Academic services

Student support services 7

Life at CDU Arrival and orientation

Accommodation

Essential services 9

Recreation 10

Admission requirements Academic entry requirements

English language proficiency requirements 14

Study pathwaysStudy pathways 16

VET pathway options

Research at CDUCharles Darwin Universitys place in the Australian research landscape 18

Research performance 18

Course descriptionsCoursework studies 20

English language programs 38

Two year postgraduate dual programs 40

Apply to CDUHow to apply 41

Application procedures

Financial considerationsStatutory expenses 43

Scholarships 44

Refund policy 45

2009 international course listUndergraduate and postgraduate coursework 46

Postgraduate research 48


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Whyc

hooseCharlesDarwinUniversity?

Students on campus at Casuarina

2 Charles Darwin University International Prospectus 2009

Why choose Charles DarwinUniversity?Charles Darwin University (CDU) is an Australian universitywith a difference. Located in the Northern Territory of

Australia, a unique region spanning the wet tropics in the

north and arid desert in the south. The University offers

unique and exciting study opportunities in one of the worlds

most culturally and biologically diverse regions. This is a

place for students who love freedom, welcome choice,

have a sense of adventure and appreciate one of the oldest

landscapes and cultures on earth. Our students come

from all parts of Australia and from more than 60 countries.

Diversity and opportunity are the hallmarks of CDU,

Australias most youthful university.

CDU is a comprehensive, multi-sector university with

nationally accredited courses in higher education bachelorsand masters degrees, and advanced research doctorates

and in Vocational Education and Training (VET).

CDU dares to be different. Our small class sizes, readily

accessible teaching staff and online learning facilities provide

the individual attention and flexibility to support students to

achieve their goals and to gain the qualifications they want.

So, if you have commitment and a will to learn, CDU will help

you succeed.

A wise investment in your futureCDU offers the best investment in your future career and life

prospects through:

A quality assured government institution Nationally recognised and accredited programs

Value for money

Personalised teaching in small classes to maximise

your potential

High graduate employment rate

Enhanced migration prospects

Excellent part-time work prospects while studying due to

strong local economy and acute labour shortages

A smooth transition to study in Australia in a friendly,

safe, clean and multicultural environment

Tropical capital city location

A world of opportunity after completingyour studies at CDUSuccessful CDU graduates can be confident that they

will complete their time at CDU with a recognised degree

enabling a world of career/employment choices. Some

graduates may choose to return home to explore career

prospects, while others may wish to pursue careers in the

Northern Territory.

The Northern Territory offers excellent opportunities for

a well paid career and life in Australia as a permanent

resident. The Northern Territory is an expanding economy

with a high demand for skilled and qualified workers in

business, engineering, IT, tourism and hospitality, health,education, human resource management, communication

and the service sector. The Northern Territory Government

encourages and welcomes CDU graduates to explore

opportunities for full-time work and permanent residency

through a migration sponsorship program for eligible CDU

graduates, which awards 10 bonus migration points inaddition to the five regional bonus points.

www.migration.nt.gov.au or DIAC: www.immi.gov.au

Quality assuranceAustralian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is an Australian

Government national system that regulates all Australian

qualifications to ensure a high standard of Australian

qualifications throughout the country. The AQF contributes

to the worldwide recognition of Australian qualifications.

In addition, Australia has a national quality assurance

system for international students that is strictly governed

by Australian laws and regulations. The Education

Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000,

requires education providers to meet nationally consistentstandards in education quality, facilities and services. The

ESOS Act ensures that international students studying

in Australia receive the same standard of education as

Australian students.

Education providers that offer courses for international

students must be registered on the Australian

Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses

for Overseas Students (CRICOS) and demonstrate that

their courses, services and facilities meet Australian

standards. Charles Darwin University is a CRICOS

registered provider: CRICOS Provider Number 00300K.

The University complies with the ESOS Act and the AQF

and delivers a high standard of education.www.dest.gov.au/esos

Welcome to CDU


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Camp

uses

Alice Springs campus

Katherine campus

Casuarina campus

Palmerston campus


CampusesCDU has four main campuses at Casuarina (Darwin),

Palmerston (Darwin), Alice Springs and Katherine.

Casuarina campusThe Casuarina campus is the main university campus located

in the northern suburbs of Darwin, 12 kilometres from the city

centre. The campus covers 56 hectares with lush tropical

gardens and comprises state-of-the-art facilities including

an extensive library with IT enabled learning precinct, well

equipped air-conditioned lecture theatres and research

laboratories, on-campus accommodation for 300 people,

on-campus childcare facilities, cafs and bar, post office,

bookshop with online purchasing facilities, commercial printer

with online print ordering facilities, student recreation areas,

sports ovals, gymnasium and basketball courts.

The campus is close to Casuarina Beach, and a short walk

to Darwins largest shopping precinct, Casuarina Shopping

Centre. It is serviced by regular air-conditioned buses and isconnected to the suburbs and city centre by extensive cycle

tracks. The majority of courses are available at this campus.

Palmerston campusThe Palmerston campus is located 20 kilometres from

Darwins city centre within walking distance of Palmerston city

centre. The campus is the home of the School of Tourism and

Hospitality and Conservation and Land Management courses.

The campus features modern hospitality training facilities

including the Karawa training restaurant and a hairdressing

and beauty therapy salon, both of which are open to the

public, as well as a virtual travel agency. The state-of-the-art

Learning Space focuses on information technology, and is

complemented by a library with electronic learning resources,computer labs with 24-hour access, lecture halls and a caf.

A limited number of courses are available at this campus.

Alice Springs campusThe Alice Springs campus is located in the centre of

Australia among native desert vegetation with stunning

views of the majestic MacDonnell Ranges. The campus

provides practical training facilities for tourism and hospitality

students, including the award-winning Desert Lantern

restaurant which is open to the public. The campus has

extensive vocational training facilities, a well equipped library

and electronic learning resource centre, and a new Higher

Education Centre with a state-of-the-art lecture theatre and

postgraduate student research and computing facilities.

Also on campus are a coffee shop, butcher, hairdresser, avineyard, and a gymnasium. A limited number of courses are

available at this campus.

Katherine campusThe Katherine campus is located 314 kilometres south of

Darwin, within 16 kilometres of the Katherine town centre. It

covers 4,000 hectares and has well-equipped workshops,

cattle handling facilities, stables, modern air-conditioned

classrooms, library with computer facilities and full

residential facilities for students. The campus focuses on

horticulture and agricultural training for VET courses and

apprenticeships and traineeships, including the nationally

accredited Rural Production VET Training Package and

expanded jackeroo and jillaroo courses. As well as studyingat the Katherine campus, students can gain hands-on

experience in rural studies at Mataranka Station, a 77,000

hectare commercial cattle station. A limited number of

courses are available at this campus.

Welcome to CDU


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Living

intheNorthernTerritory

Tourism NT Cullen Bay Marina in Darwin


Living in the Northern TerritoryAustralias Northern Territory offers a unique and

unforgettable living and educational experience. The

Territorys environment is clean, fresh and inviting. Its towns

are free from the urban curses of traffic jams, noise and

pollution. The Northern Territory is world famous for its scenic

natural wonders in one of the worlds oldest landscapes,

prolific wildlife, and access to first hand experience of an

ancient Aboriginal culture. Students at Charles Darwin

University have the opportunity to explore and experience

the stunning landscapes of World Heritage Kakadu National

Park, Katherine Gorge and Uluru. The Northern Territory is

a destination with its own style and sophistication where

people are warm, friendly and down to earth.

Darwin

Darwin is the capital ci ty of the Northern Territory andAustralias only tropical capital coastal city surrounded by the

Arafura Sea. It is a modern, clean, safe and friendly city with

a tropical climate which promotes a relaxed, outdoor lifestyle

in unspoiled surroundings and beaches without many of the

hassles of a larger city.

Darwins international airport provides quick access to

south-east Asia, with direct flights to and from Singapore

and India and air links to other Australian cities. As a

major tourism destination, Darwin is well served by many

international standard hotels.

The city offers a broad range of cultural activities in museums,

art galleries, theatres and cinemas, while recreational and

sporting interests are well catered ranging from fishingto sailing, golf to tennis and soccer to rugby. Darwin is a

multicultural city and this is expressed in the diversity of

cuisine, restaurants and street cafes and the variety of foods

at open air markets. As a young and vibrant city with a strong

economy, young people are attracted to Darwin because

of the exceptional employment and career opportunities.

Darwin attracts backpackers from around the world and the

nightclubs provide exciting entertainment for the young at

heart. All major shopping and service facilities are within easy

reach in Darwin, either by walking, bicycling or bus.

Alice SpringsAlice Springs is the second largest town in the Northern

Territory, located in the centre of Australia in the ariddesert. With the ancient landscapes of the MacDonnell

Ranges surrounding the town, the exotic flora and fauna,

and the gateway to Uluru, Alice Springs is a popular

tourist destination and an ideal base for anyone starting

their outback adventure. Alice Springs is home to visible

Aboriginal culture and traditions and is the best place to

learn about them. Alice Springs has many art museums and

galleries, is well served by modern facili ties and international

standard hotels, restaurants and bars.

KatherineKatherine, 314 kilometres south of Darwin, is home to the

internationally acclaimed Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National

Park, one of the Territorys most popular visitor destinations.

Katherine is the perfect base for exploring the Gulf Region,

Kakadu and the Kimberley.

www.theterritory.com.au .

Welcome to CDU


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Teach

ingandlearning


Studying at CDU

Teaching and learningTeaching methods

Classes at the University generally incorporate lectures andtutorials, with seminars, presentations, intensive workshops,

fieldwork and laboratory practicum also used as part of

the teaching methods. For coursework degrees, lectures,

tutorials, seminars and laboratory sessions normally total

between 12 and 17 hours of scheduled classes per week.

VET diploma courses have at least 24 hours of scheduled

classes each week. Many have additional hours of

attendance. In addition to attendance at scheduled classes,

students are expected to do independent study in the library

in preparation for classes.

Class sizes at CDU are small, providing more personalised

teaching, and may vary depending on the popularity of a

unit or course, the degree level or the teaching method. Forexample, computer laboratory class sizes are smaller than

lectures in a lecture theatre. At CDU undergraduate tutorial

classes may have 15 20 students, laboratory sessions

may have fewer than 15, and postgraduate classes may

have fewer than 10.

Intensive teaching, also known as block teaching, may

be the mode of study for some units. This method differs

from traditional teaching in that larger blocks of time

are scheduled over fewer days with fewer classroom

sessions. For example, in intensive teaching, a unit might

be delivered over three to five days with six to eight hours

class contact each day. In addition to this, students are

required to attend a one hour compulsory tutorial eachweek during the semester. Intensive teaching delivers many

benefits and challenges to students. The delivery structure

can progressively facilitate stronger classroom relationships

by fostering greater group cohesiveness among students.

It also leads to improved lecturer-student relationships,

focused delivery of curriculum, efficiency and flexibility.

Students, however, need to carefully consider the intensive

teaching schedule for its potential impact on vacations,

part-time employment and other commitments. As class

sessions build on the materials that have been studied,

and as interaction is a critical component of the learning

process, students are expected to put in substantial

preparation before and during each session.

Assessment methodsCourse-specific information on assessment and standards

is given to students during the first lecture for each unit.

Regular written assignments, tutorial participation, practical

work, projects, research reports, short tests, semester

exams, seminar presentations and final examinations

may form part of the assessment. In some units, the final

examination may be worth 20% 60% of the final grade, and

other units may have no final examinations. VET courses are

assessed on a competency basis.

Students are awarded one of the following grades after

completing a unit of study.

Higher education:Result Mark range Explanation

H High Distinction 85 100% Work of outstanding qual ity

D Distinction 75 84% Work of superior quality

C Credit 65 74%Work of good qualityshowing more thansatisfactory achievement

P Pass 50 64%Work showing a satisfactoryachievement

F Fail 0 49%Work showing anunsatisfactory achievement

VET:

Result ExplanationCH Competent with High Merit

CM Competent with Merit

CP Competent Pass

NC Not yet competent

FA Fail absent

Course duration and full-time studyAustralian student visa regulations require international

students to enrol in full-time study and to complete their course

of study within the minimum course duration. The minimum

course duration at CDU, as quoted in this Prospectus, is based

on a standard full-time study load of four units per semester for

a coursework degree, and a minimum 360 hours per semester

for a VET course. There are three semesters per year. Students

are permitted to study online for no more than 25% of their

course but may not be enrolled exclusively in online learning

units during any semester of study.

Conditions of a student visaAustralian student visa conditions require international

students to maintain full-time attendance and satisfactory

academic progress, notify the University of any changes to

their Australian contact details, and complete their course of

study within the period of their student visa. Under Australian

regulations, an extension of study and visa extension is

permitted only if there are compassionate or compellingcircumstances, or if the University has implemented an

intervention strategy to prevent a student from failing to make

satisfactory progress, or if the University has approved a

deferment or suspension of study.

www.immi.gov.au

Obligations of studentsThe University expects international students to:

Maintain full-time attendance

Be committed to their studies and maintain satisfactory

academic progress

Abide by the rules and regulations of the University

Advise the University immediately of any changes inaddress and contact details while in Australia.


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ingandlearning|Academ

icservices

Library at Casuarina campus


Studying at CDU

The University may cancel or suspend your enrolment under

the following circumstances:

Serious misconduct including plagiarism

Unsatisfactory academic progress

Failure to pay tuition fees

The University may defer your enrolment on grounds of

illness or on compassionate grounds.

www.cdu.edu.au/governanceand www.immi.gov.au

The International OfficeThe International Office oversees and coordinates all activities

related to the Universitys international activities and is the first

point of contact for international students prior to arrival on

campus. The International Office is responsible for monitoring

student attendance and academic progress, and reporting to

DIAC and DEST under the ESOS legislative framework. The

International Office staff also provide advice and assistance

to students about course selection, international admissions

processes, student visas, arrival and accommodation.

www.cdu.edu.au/international

Academic servicesLibraryThe Universitys library holds a stock of over 300,000 items

including print, electronic, microfilm, computer software,

compact disc, and other audiovisual material and online

access to over 17,000 journals. The Casuarina campus

library is open for 77 hours per week during semesters,

with access to electronic collections on a continuous basis.

Students can borrow from the librarys collections or accessthe extensive online collections. There are also l ibraries at the

Palmerston and Alice Springs campuses, all connected to

the main librarys resources.

The Learning Precinct in the Casuarina campus library is

an IT-enabled learning space, with individual student and

collaborative workstations configured for laptop wireless

networks. Laptop computers are available for loan within

the library using the wireless network. Library staff provide

assistance and training in the use of library and information

resources to ensure students gain life-long skills in accessing

information. Our library staff also speak several languages.

www.cdu.edu.au/library

Library research servicesAn online information website for postgraduates called

MyResearch assists students in developing research

information skills. A quick and responsive interlibrary loans

service is also available for research students to obtain items

not held at CDU: a liaison librarian provides one-on-one

assistance to research students.

Specialist collections, such as the East Timor collection,

the rare book collection and the thesis collection support

the Universitys research interests. The specialist collection

consists of published and unpublished research material on

northern Australia and neighbouring areas, including eastern

Indonesia and East Timor.

Teaching facilitiesThe Casuarina campus has well-equipped air-conditioned

classrooms, laboratories and lecture theatres. Many of

these have overhead, video and data projection facilities

and are connected to the internet. There are 12 computer

laboratories for general teaching and individual student use,

and specialised science and engineering laboratories. The

general computer laboratories are usually open from 7am to

1am every day.

IT student supportEvery student is given a free internet account and a University

email address on enrolment at CDU. This allows students to

develop computer study skills which are an essential learning

tool. Our information technology services include internet,

library databases, and the Universitys online learning and

course management system. Support and advice for all users

is provided by the Universitys IT Help Desk.

A worldwide network of partnersCDU has partnered with leading institutions around the

world to create opportunities for students and staff to

gain a global perspective. Whether for Study Abroad or

Exchange opportunities, or collaborative research projects

with universities and colleges, CDU has partnerships in the

following countries:

Austria Malaysia

Brunei Philippines

Canada Sweden

China Thailand

Denmark United Kingdom

France USA

Germany Vietnam

Indonesia

www.cdu.edu.au/international/current/exchange-program.htm


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Stude

ntsupportservices

Science student studying molecular structures


Studying at CDU

Student support servicesInternational student support

CDU provides a wide range of support services for allstudents in the University, and especially for international

students. The Student Facilitator (International Support) is

the first point of contact for enrolled international students for

advice and support on adjusting to a new environment, for

academic support, accommodation options, health enquiries,

community group information and visa issues.

www.cdu.edu.au/ses/student-support.html

Learning assistanceThe Universitys LearnLink provides study skills assistance

and support to help students improve their skills in time

management, essay writing, note taking, reading, tutorial

presentations, exam preparation, English language support

and other areas. Students are assigned learning advisors

to support them in their transition into the University and

their studies. An additional learning support is Learnline, the

Universitys online learning environment where students can

access course materials online, download lecture notes,view grades and participate in online class discussions.

www.cdu.edu.au/studentnet/faqs/learnline.htm

Student counsellingThe University provides professional, confidential and

free counselling services to students. Counselling staff

have expertise in assisting students with a wide range

of personal, study and cross-cultural issues to assist in

adjusting to life in a new environment and in the transition

to university study.

www.cdu.edu.au/ses/student-support.html

Employment services

At the International Student Orientation, information abouthow to find and apply for part-time jobs is provided to new

students. There is a Careers Corner located within the

CDU Information Centre that provides detailed information

on job vacancies and career opportunities. The University

has a comprehensive website that lists local part-time jobs

for employment while studying and permanent positions

after graduation.

www.cdu.edu.au/careers/employment-opportunities.html

The University sends a Current Vacancies newsletter

regularly to all enrolled students via the University student

email system.

Disability supportThe University is committed to accessibility in teaching,learning and support to assist students with disabilities

to make a successful transition to university. Students

with a disability should advise the University beforehand

so that preparations may be made to meet specialist

needs (equipment or the provision of tutors/note-takers or

alternative examination arrangements).

www.cdu.edu.au/ses/disabilitysupp.html

Complaints and grievancesThe Universitys complaints and appeals processes are

designed to resolve student complaints regarding academic

or administrative matters. The processes are a commitment

to attempt to resolve complaints informally and provide atransparent process with a capacity for timely response

and a respect for confidentiality.

www.cdu.edu.au/ses/student-complaints.html

Health insuranceThe University has appointed Worldcare as the preferred

provider of compulsory Overseas Student Health Cover

(OSHC). Students are required to pay OSHC for the full

duration of study at CDU before enrolling. On arrival on

campus the University will give students their OSHC cards

which must be presented every time you visit a doctor.

www.oshcworldcare.com.au


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Arriva

landorientation|Accomm

odation

Enjoying life on campus

Life at CDU


Arrival and orientationYou are required to arrive at CDU at least one week before

your classes start to allow time for your enrolment and

orientation. This will ensure you have a smooth transition

to living and studying in your new environment. You must

send the International Office your flight and accommodation

information at least two weeks before you arrive.

Fax: +61 8 8946 6644

Email: [email protected]

Before leaving homeRead about your destination. Research books and the

internet for information about Australia, the Northern Territory,

Darwin and CDU. Useful websites include:

www.cdu.edu.au

www.theterritory.com.au

www.travelnt.com

www.tourismtopend.com.au

www.australia.com

www.studyinaustralia.gov.au

Check passport, visa, medical requirements and

airline tickets.

Pack carefully for life in the tropics. Clothing needs to be

informal, cool, lightweight. In addition to your clothes you

should consider bringing the following items:

For your accommodation: sheets, towels, favourite

cookbook and any special cooking implements, etc.

Computers are available in on-campus housing and

in computer labs on campus. However, you may wishto bring a stand-alone computer for personal use.

Personal items: special medications and copies

of prescriptions, camera, addresses and contact

numbers of family and friends.

Have a small amount of Australian currency for initial

needs ($100). Alternatively there is a currency exchange

booth in the arrivals hall, which will be open when you arrive

at Darwin International Airport.

Arriving in Darwin

Customs and immigrationBefore arrival in Darwin, you will be given a Customs

and Quarantine form to complete. Answer each questioncarefully, as fines for violations are very high. Australia has

strict regulations to ensure against disease and pests.

Do not bring any parcels into Australia if you do not know

the contents. If you have items that must be declared

to Customs, it is wise to pack them together in easily

accessible luggage.

When you disembark, proceed to the Entry Control Area

where you will present your passport, immigration card and

customs statement. After your papers are returned to you,

proceed to the baggage hall to collect your luggage. You will

then pass through a quarantine inspection. Declare all plant,

animal products, and food that you have with you.

Leaving the airportOnce you have completed all immigration and customs

formalities, you will move through to the arrivals hall and

if you are being met by friends this is where they will be

waiting. Outside the airport there are usually taxis waiting but

if there are none you can use a free phone in the arrivals hall

to call one. If you have booked accommodation on campusask the driver to take you to North Flinders International

House at Charles Darwin University. If you have booked

private accommodation make sure that you have the

address to show the driver.

When you arrive at your destination pay the driver and

ask for a receipt. The fare from the airport to the University

is about $10. If you take the receipt to the International

Office within the first week of semester, you will be

reimbursed for the fare.

CDU orientationYour first point of contact once you have arrived on campus

is the Student Facilitator (International Support) in theInformation Centre to help you with your enrolment and any

questions you may have about student life.

The University organises an International Student

Orientation program for new students each semester in

the week before teaching commences. The Orientation

program is designed to familiarise new students with the

University services, facilities, support staff and to prepare

students for living and studying in their new environment.

This is also an opportunity to meet other new students

and to take part in the organised social and recreational

activities. Attendance at Orientation is compulsory.

AccommodationOn campusOn campus accommodation is available year round at

North Flinders International House (NFIH), located on the

Universitys Casuarina campus, just three minutes walk

from the main library and lecture facilities. NFIH is part of

a network of the International Houses in Australia, North

America, Asia and Europe. It provides an opportunity for both

local and overseas students to live in a residential community

that understands the demands of academic pursuit.


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Accom

modation|Essentialservices

North Flinders International House on the Casuarina campus

Life at CDU


NFIH has 270 rooms, located in several multi-level

buildings. NFIH offers self-catered accommodation, with an

optional meal plan (evening meal) available to residents.

Each building has a number of individual bedrooms with

communal kitchens, bathrooms, free laundries, computer

lab, wireless internet access in most buildings, swimming

pool, BBQ facilities, communal games and separate TV

room. NFIH is just a 15-minute walk from Darwins largest

shopping centre where supermarkets, specialty shops,

restaurants and food outlets, banks and cinemas are

located. A 10-minute stroll in either direction will get you to

some of Darwins beautiful beaches and foreshore, where

you can enjoy spectacular sunsets.

NFIH will be your home away from home! I t provides a safe

and secure residential community that encourages academic

achievement and the social, cultural and intellectual

development of all residents.

www.cdu.edu.au/nfih/index.html

North Flinders International House 2008 rates:Long term rates (semester contract)

Accommodation type Cost (AUD)

Standard room (shared external bathroom) $150.50 / week

Standard room (shared ensuite) $168.00 / week

Large standard room(shared external bathroom)

$189.00 / week

Off campusFor students who prefer to live off campus, there is a variety

of accommodation such as apartments (units, townhouses,

flats and duplexes) and houses available for rent through real

estate agents. Rent for a two-bedroom apartment can vary

from $150 $300 per week and from $300 $400 per week

for a three-bedroom house.

Most rental properties also require a bond, which is

equivalent to four weeks rent. Sharing with other people

is a popular living arrangement for students. This allows

accommodation and living expenses to be shared by

several people.Prices depend on the location, facilities

(including whether furnished or unfurnished) and if in a share

house, the number of people sharing.

Support and Equity Services at CDU maintains an

accommodation register which may assist you in finding

share or rental accommodation once you are on campus.

Alternatively, local real estate agents can assist you in

finding rental accommodation.

www.reint.com.au

Essential servicesWorship and religionDue to the multicultural nature of Darwin, there is a wide

range of places of worship to suit almost everyone. Darwin

has facilities and places of worship for Christian, Hindu,

Buddhist, Islamic and other religions.

BankingA Westpac Bank Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) is located

at the Casuarina campus. The Post Office on the Casuarina

campus is an agent for the Commonwealth Bank and has

withdrawal and deposit facilities. At other campuses and

centres, banking facilities are within a short walking distance.

BookshopThe University Bookshop on the Casuarina campus supplies

textbooks, stationery and other study materials.

www.cdu.edu.au/bookshop

ChildcareThe University Child Care Centre is located within easy

walking distance of the Casuarina campus. The centre

is nationally accredited, with places for up to 50 children

from ages 0 to five years. It is open 50 weeks a year.

The demand for places is strong and often out-numbers

the places available. Other childcare options are available

off campus.

www.cdu.edu.au/studentnet/fas/childcare.html


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Essen

tialservices|Recreation

CDUs size is just right not too big and not too small

Name: Modh Azlan Jayasilan Abdul

Gulan Azad

Home country: Malaysia

Course of study: Doctor of Philosophy

Project title: The Characteristics of

Mangrove Birds

Supervisor:Assoc. Prof Michael Lawes

CDU had the relevant strength and expertise in my

subject matter of population ecology modelling.

Australias top end is well known for its rich flora

and fauna, beautiful landscapes and friendly

people. The climate is relatively similar to Malaysia,

minus the humidity.

In larger universities it is quite difficult to get

enough time and attention with colleagues andsupervisors. CDUs size is just right for me not

too big and not too small. Most amenities and

related environmental agencies are close by and

this saves me lots of time.

Expertise, potential research funding and

research facilities are some of the benefits

of studying at CDU. The experience and

appropriate exposure that are provided by

CDU through my program will enable me

to provide new insights to management

and conservation of wildlife in Borneo

and Malaysia.

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Post OfficeThe Post Office located on the Universitys Casuarina

campus provides full postal services for students, including

PO boxes. At the Post Office, students can also pay bills,recharge mobile phones and buy phone cards to reduce

costs of overseas calls.

RecreationSports associationCDU Sport provides sporting and recreational services

and opportunities to students and staff of the University,

as well as the wider Darwin community. CDU Sport

Fitness Unlimited is a fully equipped, air-conditioned and

modern gymnasium featuring an extensive range of cardio

equipment, machine and free weights and group fitness

classes. Rates are charged on a casual basis or three, six

and 12 month memberships are available.

CDU Sport also offers a wide variety of associated

sporting clubs which students can join. These provide

opportunities for people to get involved in sport, in a

competitive and social atmosphere. Sports include: netball,

basketball, cricket, hockey, badminton, rugby union, soccer

and volleyball.

In addition, each year CDU Sport sends teams to different

parts of the country to compete against other Australian

universities on a national and regional level. You can

attend by becoming either a competitor, volunteer or

official. Its an experience not to be missed.

www.cdu.edu.au/sport

Community radio stationTerritory FM 104.1 broadcasts from the UniversitysCasuarina campus. The station welcomes volunteers who

want to get to know how a radio station operates and gain

some practical, on-the-job experience.

www.cdu.edu.au/territoryfm

Ethnic community groupsThe Northern Territory has a diverse ethnic community

and is home to a wide range of ethnic community groups.

International students are invited to join and participate

in these ethnic groups. A directory of ethnic community

groups is available online at www.multicultural.nt.gov.au/

pdf/MulticulturalDirectoryContacts.pdfor from the Student

Facilitator (International Support) at CDU.

Food and shoppingAnother reflection of the Northern Territorys diverse mix

of cultures is the wide variety of food available, including

options catering for religious dietary requirements, such as

Halal. Casuarina, Palmerston and Alice Springs campuses

all have food and drink outlets and cafeterias on campus

offering students a variety of options for meals.

Around the Northern Territory, this diversity is representedin the restaurants and cafs. All tastes and budgets are

catered for, from five-star restaurants to budget cafs. Al

fresco dining is particularly popular in Darwin as the climate

encourages outdoor entertaining all year round.

The Northern Territorys major centres offer a wide variety

of shopping opportunities, with major retailers through to

small boutiques, national supermarket outlets and large air-

conditioned shopping centres.

Darwins largest shopping centre is located within walking

distance of the Casuarina campus. Another shopping choice

in Darwin are the many open-air markets which offer a vast

array of gifts, clothing, arts and crafts, as well as many food

stalls serving great-value meals and snacks.


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CDU has a high level of academic professionalism

Name: Cecelia De Donatis

Home country: Italy

Course of study: Doctor of Philosophy

Project title: Role and Practices of Aboriginal

Mental Health Workers and Healers

Supervisor: Dr. Gary Robinson

I always wanted to come to Australia as I

was attracted to the country. My supervisor

in Italy works in the Northern Territory and

recommended CDU to me. My research thesis

is to provide descriptions of theories and

practices on mental health and well being in

east Arnhem Land.

As part of my field work, I visited east

Arnhem Land for three weeks. It was very

interesting and a fantastic experience.

CDU has a high level of academic

professionalism, however it also has

relaxed atmosphere. The campus is

small and easy to get around and

I have a strong group of friends at

CDU which is extremely important to

help settle in. I love the environment,

as it is great to be in the city and

still be surrounded by greenery. It is

very beautiful.

Admission requirements


Academic entry requirementsBachelors degrees

To be eligible for admission to CDU, applicants must have: Completed recognised upper secondary or equivalent

Year 12 studies to the required standard

Satisfied individual course requirements (for example

specific subject/course prerequisites, audition or interview)

Satisfied English language proficiency requirements(see pages 1415)

Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Meetingminimum entry requirements does not guarantee entry to the

Universitys undergraduate programs.

Pathways to bachelors degreesStudents who do not meet the Universitys academic entryrequirements for admission to a bachelor degree may beeligible for admission to the Universitys Foundation Studies,or a VET certificate III, IV or diploma program as a pathway to

a degree. (see pages 1617).

Foundation Studies programThe Foundation Studies program bridges the gap betweensecondary school studies and university study in Australia.The Foundation Studies program caters for two groups ofstudents: those who have completed a Year 11 Australian

equivalent program, and those who have completed a Year12 Australian equivalent program that is not recognised bythe University as being sufficient for direct entry. Successfulgraduates from the Foundation Studies program are

guaranteed entry to bachelor degree at CDU.

Vocational Education and Training (VET)A range of VET courses are available at the University thatprovide a pathway to a bachelors degree. Academic entryrequirements for VET courses are:

Certificate I-III: Equivalent of Australian Year 10

Certificate IV and diploma: Equivalent of Australian Year 11

Diploma to degree transferThe University has a number of approved diploma to degree

articulation arrangements with several overseas institutions

in Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, China and Vietnam.

Students who successfully complete their diploma studies

under these approved arrangements will be admitted to the

University and receive credit towards their bachelor degree,

thereby gaining their CDU qualification sooner. For a list of

approved articulations refer to www.cdu.edu.au/international/

prospective/advanced-standing-previous-qualifications

Credit for previous studyInternational students who have completed post-secondary

studies may request consideration for advanced standing

(credit transfer) towards a bachelor degree at CDU.

Applications for credit must include full documentation of

previous studies, including certified course descriptions.

International students awarded credit based on previous

studies must maintain full-time enrolment at the University as

a condition of their student visa.

Forecast resultsForecast results from Malaysia, Hong Kong and Singapore

examinations and the International Baccalaureate may be

accepted for admission in certain circumstances, provided

the forecast results are at least two points more than the

Universitys minimum entry requirements.

Masters coursesEntry usually requires successful completion of a bachelors

degree from a recognised university. Some masters degree

courses require several years of relevant working experience

as part of the entry qualification.

Research coursesApplicants must have successfully completed the equivalent

of an Australian honours degree or masters degree with a

significant research component.


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Minimum academic entry requirements for bachelors degree

Country Minimum Australian Year 12 equivalent qualification

Brunei GCE A levels

Canada Ontario Secondary School Diploma; British Columbia Year 12 Senior Secondary Graduation Diploma

China

One year of a bachelors degree at a recognised university, or completion of the National College EntranceExamination (NCEE GAOKAO) for admission to key universities in China for a four year degree program with aminimum overall grade of 75% or 560 total marks depending on province, plus successful completion of six monthsEnglish language program at CDU

Denmark Studentereksamen

Fiji USP Foundation Year or successful completion of New Zealand Bursaries

FranceBaccalaureat de lEnseignement du Second Degre / Diploma de Bachelier de lEnseignement du Second Degre ORBaccalaureat de Technologique (high school leaving certificate) at a Lycee

Germany Arbitur/Zeugnis der Allegmeinen Hochschulreife or Refiezeugnis OR Fachgebundene Hochschulreife

Hong Kong Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination

IndiaAll India Senior School Certificate awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education; Indian School Certificate(Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations); Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded by oneof the state secondary school boards

IndonesiaSTTB/SMU3 minimum overall grade of seven in four academic subjects from a private key senior secondary school;successful completion of one year of a university degree or SO diploma (DIII) from a recognised institution

International Baccalaureate Completed IB diploma with minimum 24 points from six subjects at one sitting

Japan Successful completion of one year of a bachelors degree at a recognised university

Korea Successful completion of one year of a bachelors degree at a recognised university

MalaysiaMalaysian STPM; OR Senior Middle 3 Malaysia Independent Chinese Secondary Schools Unified Examination (UEC)in five subjects minimum four B grades; Canadian OAC pre university diploma

New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), minimum 40 subjects credits at Level 3

Norway Vitnemal from three years of upper secondary education

Oman Successful completion of one year of a degree at Sultan Qaboos University

PakistanHigher Secondary School Certificate Intermediate (Division 1) with an average of 60% in four academic subjects ORsuccessful completion of the first year of a degree at a recognised institution

Philippines Successful completion of one year of a bachelors degree at a recognised university

Qatar Successful completion of one year of a degree at University of Qatar

Saudi Arabia Successful completion of one year of a degree at a recognised institution

Singapore GCE A levels

South KoreaAcademic Secondary School Certificate with overall average of 70% in national University Entrance Examination(College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) OR successful completion of one of two years of a bachelors degree at arecognised university; OR two years study at a recognised junior college

Sri Lanka GCE A levels

Sweden A Slutbetyg or Avangsbetyg from upper secondary school

TaiwanNational Taiwan University Entrance Examination OR successful completion of six months or one year of a bachelorsdegree at a recognised university; or two years study at a recognised junior college

Thailand Successful completion of one year of a bachelors degree at a recognised university

UK GCE A levels, two passes

USAHigh School Diploma with minimum B average grade/ GPA 3 and a combined SAT score of 1500 (no less than 450 inverbal component) OR successful completion of one year of a bachelors degree at a recognised institution

VietnamCompletion of Bang Tu Tai with minimum average of 80% in four academic subjects or successful completion of oneyear of a bachelors degree at a recognised university

Zimbabwe

GCE A Levels, OR Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council (ZIMSEC) three A level passes, OR

successful completion of one year of a bachelors degree at a recognised university

GCE O Levels or SPM with a minimum of 6 grade C passes in academic subjects.


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Minimum academic entry scores for bachelors degree (To be used as a guide only for international students)

Courses

Ontario Secondary

School Diploma,Canadian PreU(Ontario) averagebest of 6 Ontarioacademic courses

Hong Kong,

Malaysia, SingaporeA levels, STPM,aggregate frommax of 3 academicsubjects **

All India SeniorSchool Certificate,overall grade frombest four subjects***

InternationalBaccalaureate

Bachelor of Arts 60 4 13 (65) 24

Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries 60 4 13 (65) 24

Bachelor of Creative Arts andIndustries (Communication)

60 4 13 (65) 24

Bachelor of Creative Arts andIndustries (Fine Arts)

50 4 11 (55) 24

Bachelor of Creative Arts andIndustries (Music)

- - - -

Bachelor of Creative Arts andIndustries (New Media Design)

60 4 13 (65) 24

Bachelor of Design 60 4 11 (55) 24

Bachelor of Accounting 65 5 13 (65) 26

Bachelor of Commerce 65 5 13 (65) 26

Bachelor of Teaching and Learning(Pre-Service)

60 4 13 (65) 24

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil,Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical)

65 6 15 (75) 30

Bachelor of Environmental Science(Environmental Forensics)

65 5 13 (65) 28

Bachelor of Environmental Science

(Environmental Management) 65 5 13 (65) 28

Bachelor of Pharmacy 70 6 15 ( 75) 30

Bachelor of Behavioural Science 60 4 13 (65) 24

Bachelor of Biomedical Science 65 6 13 (65) 30

Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-Registration) 60 4 - 24

Bachelor of Business in TourismManagement

60 4 13 (65) 26

Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledges 60 4 13 (65) 24

Bachelor of Information Technology 60 4 13 (65) 26

Bachelor of Laws 70 6 15 (75) 30

Associate Degree in Legal Studies - - - -

Bachelor of Applied Science 65 6 13 (65) 30

Bachelor of Exercise and SportsScience

65 6 13 (65) 30

Bachelor of Humanitarian andCommunity Studies

60 4 13 (65) 24

Bachelor of Welfare Studies 60 4 13 (65) 24

Bachelor of Business in TourismManagement

60 4 13 (65) 24

** A level and STPM results are calculated with A=5,B=4,C=3,D=2 and E=1; does not include General Paper scores or studies in the applicants firstlanguage. Advanced supplementary level results may be included in the aggregate and contribute the equivalent of half a course taken at AdvancedA level, e.g. A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1 and E=0.5.

*** All India Senior School Certificate numerical values are assigned to subject grades as follows; A1=5, A2=4.5, B1=3.5, B2= 3, C1=2, C2=1.5, D1=1,D2=0.5.


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Minimum entry scores for foundation and VET

Country Qualification Grades

Brunei GCE O Levels Grade 5 average in 5 subjects

China Senior Middle 3 60% average in 5 subjects

Hong Kong HKCEE Grade D in 4 academic subjects (excluding Chinese)

India All India Senior School Certif icate Grade D in 4 subjects

Indian School Certificate Second Division Pass

Higher School Certificate Second Division Pass

Singapore Secondary Four (Express) Grade 5 average in 5 subjects

GCE O Level Grade 5 average in 5 subjects

Thailand Mayatom 6 GPA 2

English language proficiency requirementsWhile IELTS remains the preferred English language proficiency qualification, listed below are other qualifications which wouldsatisfy the Universitys minimum English language proficiency requirements.

Regardless of CDUs requirements and acceptance of certain equivalents, all applicants must still satisfy Department of

Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) English language proficiency (ELP) requirements for student visa applications.

Bachelors degree, foundation year and VET diploma

Course/exam Proficiency requirement

ACL, English for Academic Purposes An overall pass of 55% in the Diploma of English for Academic Purposes valid for two years, from the date ofthe test to the date of commencement at CDU, except B Nursing and B Pharmacy which requires 65%.Foundation and VTE cert IV: successful completion of the Cert IV English for Academic Purposes.VTE cert III: successful completion of the Cert III English for Academic Purposes.

IELTS (academic module) An overall minimum score of 6 with no band less than 5.5 valid for two years, from the date of the test to thedate of commencement at CDU, except B Nursing and B Pharmacy which requires overall 6.5 with no bandless than 5.5.Foundation and VET: IELTS 5.5 with no band less than 5, valid for two years, from the date of the test to thedate of commencement at CDU.

Test of English as a ForeignLanguage (TOEFL)

An overall minimum score of 550 and a minimum score of 4.5 in the Test of Written English (TWE), valid fortwo years, from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, except B Nursing which does notaccept TOEFL.Foundation and VET: TOEFL 530 and TWE 4, valid for two years, from the date of the test to the date ofcommencement at CDU.

Computerised TOEFL An overall minimum score of 213 and a minimum score of 4.5 in the Essay Rating, valid for two years, fromthe date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, except B Nursing which does not accept TOEFL.Foundation and VET: TOEFL 200 and Essay Rating score 4, valid for two years, from the date of the test tothe date of commencement at CDU.

Internet based TOEFL (IBT) An overall minimum score of 79 and a minimum score of 20 in writing, valid for two years, from the date ofthe test to the date of commencement at CDU, except B Nursing which does not accept TOEFL.

Foundation and VET: TOEFL 72 and writing score 18, valid for two years, from the date of the test to the dateof commencement at CDU.

University of Cambridge Englishlanguage proficiency exams

A grade of C or better in the Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) or a grade of A in the Certificate ofAdvanced English (CAE), valid for two years, from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Common European framework A Certificate of English proficiency with an overall grade of B2 valid for three years, from the date of the testto the date of commencement at CDU.

Malaysia and Brunei A score of C or better in the General Paper in the GCE O level examination or a Cambridge University Olevel moderated score of 3B in English in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM examination) valid for two years,from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Singapore Pass grade in the General Paper (GP) or in Knowledge and Inquiry (KI) in the Singapore Cambridge GeneralCertificate of Education (Advanced Level) OR a grade of C or better in English language in the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level). Both are valid for two years, from the date ofthe test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Hong Kong A score of C or better in the English Language (Syllabus B) in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education

Examination (HKCEE) OR a grade of D or better in the Use of English Paper at HKALE Advanced Level. Bothare valid for two years, from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.


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Ontario Secondary School Diploma andCanadian Pre-University program

A grade of 60% in English in the final year of the OSSD and CPU, valid for two years, from the date of the testto the date of commencement at CDU.

Fiji, Tonga and Western Samoa A minimum score of C or better in level 3 or level 4 English in the New Zealand National Certificate ofEducational Achievement or a score of 50 per cent in English in the Fiji Form 7 examination, valid for twoyears, from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.

International Baccalaureate diploma A grade of 4 or better in English B or English A1 or A2, valid for five years, from the date of the test to thedate of commencement at CDU.

Norway A grade of 4 on the upper secondary school, valid for five years, from the date of the test to the date ofcommencement at CDU

Finland A grade of 8 or better in English or English A language within the Upper Secondary School Certificate, validfor five years, from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Sweden A grade of VG in English in the Senior School Studies, valid for five years, from the date of the test to the dateof commencement at CDU.

Germany A grade of 4 or better in English in Senior High School exam (Arbitur) valid for five years, from the date of the

test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Denmark Grade of 9 or better in Senior High School English, valid for five years, from the date of the test to the date ofcommencement at CDU.

Netherlands A grade of 8 or above on completion of six years of English at high school, valid for five years, from the dateof the test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Papua New Guinea Completion of all formal PNG education.

Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa, Nigeria,Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe

Where formal education is conducted in the medium of English, applications will be considered by theDirector International on a case-by-case basis.

India A score of 65% of better in English obtained only from the All India Senior School Certificate issued by theIndian Central Board of Education or the Higher Secondary Certificate of Education issued by state boards ofGujarat, Maharashtra, West Bengal and Karnataka, valid for two years from the date of the test to the date ofcommencement at CDU.

United Kingdom Where English is the first language, a score of C or better in English in the Cambridge General Certificate ofEducation O level or AS level or Advanced level, valid for five years, from the date of the test to the date of

commencement at CDU.

United States of America Where English is the first language, a pass in English in the High School Diploma

Postgraduate coursework and research


ACL, English for Academic Purposes An overall pass of 65% in the Diploma of English for Academic Purposes valid for two years, from the date ofthe test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Test of English as a ForeignLanguage (TOEFL)

An overall minimum score of 575 and a minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English (TWE), valid for twoyears, from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Computerised TOEFL An overall minimum score of 230 and a minimum score of 5 in the Essay rating, valid for two years, from thedate of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Internet based TOEFL (IBT) An overall minimum score of 84 and a minimum score of 22 in writing, valid for two years, from the date ofthe test to the date of commencement at CDU.

IELTS (academic module) An overall minimum score of 6.5 with no band less than 6 valid for two years, from the date of the test to thedate of commencement at CDU.

University of Cambridge Englishlanguage proficiency exams

A grade of C or better in the Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) or a grade of A in the Certificate ofAdvanced English (CAE), valid for two years, from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Common European framework A Certificate of English proficiency with an overall grade of C1 valid for three years, from the date of the testto the date of commencement at CDU.

Medium of instruction in the Englishlanguage

International applicants may be deemed to have met the English language requirements if they can providethe University with a letter from the principal or the registrar of the post secondary academic institution atwhich they studied, attesting that English is the primary language of instruction and assessment in the studysuccessfully completed by the student over a minimum of a two year period. Such evidence is valid for fiveyears from the date the applicant finished at the institution to the date of commencement at CDU. Appliesonly to post secondary academic studies taught completely and examined in English language.


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pathways

DOCTOR OFPHILOSOPHY

BACHELORS

DEGREEHONOURS

PROFESSIONALDOCTORATE

ADVANCEDDIPLOMA

MASTERS DEGREEBY RESEARCH

DIPLOMA

MASTERS DEGREEBY COURSEWORK

CERTIFICATE IV

GRADUATE DIPLOMA

CERTIFICATE III

GRADUATECERTIFICATE

CERTIFICATE II

CERTIFICATE I

SECONDARY

EDUCATIONYEAR 10/11

SECONDARYCERTIFICATE OF

EDUCATIONYEAR 12

WORK EXPERIENCE

PREVIOUSTERTIARY STUDYPostgraduate

Undergraduate

VET

High school /Entrance level

Study pathways


Study pathwaysCharles Darwin University is a multi sector institution that provides students with a variety of pathways when furthering their

education. From English language programs to Vocational Education and Training (VET), university degree and PhD programs youcan find a pathway to suit your needs. As shown here, you can enter and exit study at various stages.


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athwayoptions

Name: Maria Odete Do Ceu Guterres

Home country: Timor-Leste

Course of study: Graduate Diploma ofTropical Environmental Management

I did my English course at ACL. I really

enjoyed learning English at ACL and now

I am much more confident to start study in

tropical environmental management.

I would like to develop the tropical

environment of Timor-Leste, specifically to

develop Timor-Lestes forest resources in

a sustainable way. At CDU it is possible

to learn and gain an education in tropical

environmental management, the course suits

where I want to go in my future.

I recommend CDU to other Timorese

students because the facilities,

including teachers and other

administrative staff are friendly. Theyhave always helped me whenever I

needed. Darwins weather is the same

as Timor-Leste, plus it is not too far to

fly to Timor-Leste during the semester

break. Darwin is safe, there is not

much traffic and the lifestyle was

easy for me to get used to.

I have been encouraged and

provided with experiences that

have built my confidence and

knowledge on how to manage

my future studies.

CDU has excellent facilities and staff are friendly and helpful

Study pathways


VET pathway optionsCharles Darwin University has certificate and diploma pathways that lead on to degree programs. An example of these pathways

is within the area of hospitality and tourism. There are two streams currently available within hospitality VET studies; cookeryand supervision.

Cookery stream

DIPLOMA OFHOSPITALITY

1 YEAR

BACHELOR OFCOMMERCE

2 YEARS

CERTIFICATE III(COOKERY)

1 YEAR

Supervision stream

CERTIFICATE IV1/2 YEAR

DIPLOMA OFHOSPITALITY

1 YEAR

BACHELOR OFCOMMERCE

2 YEARS

CERTIFICATE III(OPERATIONS)

1/2 YEAR

For VET pathway options in other fields of study, email: [email protected].


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earchlandscape|Researc

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The Tropical Rivers and Coastal Knowledge (TRaCK) initiative brings together

a consortium of over 50 of Australias leading tropical river and coastal

researchers to deliver a large program of integrated research. The TRaCK

consortium has received $8 million for the establishment of a world-class

research hub funded from the Commonwealth Environmental Research

Facility (CERF) program which is complemented by a further $3 million from

Land and Water Australia. The TRaCK Research Hub will be physically hosted

at Charles Darwin University.

Research highlight: TRaCK research initiative

Research at CDU


Charles Darwin Universitys place inthe Australian research landscapeCDU is renowned for its research expertise and leadershipin tropical and desert knowledge of the Australian and

Asia-Pacific region, with particular focus on Indigenous

knowledge and addressing problems of importance to the

peoples of the region.

The research strengths of CDU are in:

Natural and cultural resource management

Human health and well-being

Teaching, learning and living

Community, development and identity

Research at CDU is carried out in both the faculties and the

Institute of Advanced Studies. In addition, CDU is the host of

the United Nations University Centre of Traditional Knowledge.

CDUs Institute of Advanced Studies is made up of four

research schools. These are:

School for Environmental ResearchEstablished in 2004 to facilitate integrated research of the

environment of northern Australia and similar climatic regions

globally, with emphasis on south-east Asia. The school is

comprised of three focus areas: Wildlife and landscape

science,aquatic ecosystems and water resources and

livelihoods and policy. Scientists within each group work

together on projects, examining environmental issues from

many different perspectives.

Menzies School of Health Research (MSHR)Established in 1985, MSHR is the only Australian health and

medical research institute with a primary focus on the health

of Indigenous communities and people living in tropical and

remote areas. The school is comprised of six major, inter-

disciplinary health research divisions: Child health,healing

and resilience,international health, tropical and emerging

infectious diseases,preventable chronic diseases and

services, systems and society.

Graduate School for Health PracticeEstablished in 2006 the key objectives of the school are

to: work with the health industry to develop and provide

high-quality postgraduate programs and short coursesacross a number of health disciplines responsive to industry

and regional needs; develop strategies and innovation

around health service development in northern Australia

and internationally; and develop research and build local

research capacity to inform health policy and practice.

Active research programs focus onmaternity care,nursing

research and disaster response and preparedness.

School for Social and Policy ResearchEstablished in 2004 to carry out research involving an

analysis and critique of policies and institutions that shape

the way people of our region live, act and think. The school

is comprised of four major research themes: Childhood

intervention and developmental health, education systemsreform,population studies andgambling studies.

Research is also carried out within the schools of the Faculty

of Education, Health and Science and the Faculty of Law,

Business and Arts.

Research performanceArguably the two strongest measures of a universitys

research performance are citation impact and external

research income.

Data for the period 2001-2005 demonstrates that CDU is one

of only 10 Australian universities performing above the world

average for citation impact (The Australian 8 Aug 2007).

For the two most recent reference years where sector data is

available CDU ranked first (2004) and second (2005) among

all Australian universities on the measure of total research

income per full-time equivalent research staff member.

Even when this analysis is limited to the prestigious national

competitive grant income, CDU ranked fifth (2004) and ninth

(2005) among all Australian universities.

As further evidence of CDUs standing in research within the

Australian context the Good Universities Guide 2008awarded

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Resea

rchperformanceEach year, malaria affects over 500 million people internationally with up to two million deaths.

Children and pregnant women are particularly vulnerable. Tuberculosis (TB) affects eight

million people worldwide, contributing to two million deaths. Both diseases are major causes of

morbidity and mortality in countries in our region, including eastern Indonesia and East Timor.

Menzies School of Health Research, Malaria and International Health program has been working

with the Indonesian Ministry of Healths National Institute of Health Research and Development

for the last 10 years, resulting in an exciting partnership that is tackling health issues such as

malaria and TB on a regional basis. More recent regional collaborations include partners in

East Timor and Thailand.

Research highlight: malaria and international health

Research at CDU


Major research projects

Some examples of recent major research projects for which

CDU is currently receiving funding include:Tropical Rivers and Coastal Knowledge (TRaCK)USD $27 million

TRaCK was established as a research hub in 2007 under the

Commonwealth Environment Research Facilities Program

and involves a consortium of six partners across northern

Australia. TRaCK aims to provide the science and knowledge

that governments, communities and industries need for the

sustainable use and management of Australias tropical

rivers and estuaries. Seven interconnected research themes

have been identified:Assets and values, foodwebs and

biodiversity,knowledge and adoption,material budgets,

river and coastal settings,scenario evaluation and

sustainable enterprises.Accelerated Literacy programUSD $7.2 million

Funded by the Northern Territory Government, the

Accelerated Literacy program aims to reach the full cohort

of high-need students in the network of Northern Territory

Government schools. A high-need student is defined as

being a minimum of two years below benchmark literacy

levels. On available data, this translates to approximately

10,000 Indigenous students.

The objectives of the plan are to take accelerated literacy

from the lab to proof of concept through to full system

introduction. By the end of 2008, it is anticipated that

Accelerated Literacy programs will reach 10,000 target(high-need) students in 100 territory schools through 700

trained teachers.

Lets Start Indigenous preschool projectUSD $1.45 million

Lets Start is an early intervention program for preschool-

aged Aboriginal children assessed as at risk. Groups of

children and their parents attend a structured program of

groupwork over one school term. It aims to assist children

to successfully negotiate the transition from preschool to

early primary school, to improve the social competencies of

children and the strategies and competencies of parents.

The evaluation aspect of the project measures program

outcomes with a particular focus on factors leading to

improved behaviour outcomes at school. This project is

funded by the Commonwealth Government, the NorthernTerritory Government and the Co-operative Research Centre

for Aboriginal Health.

Multicentre evaluation of a clinical pathway forchronic cough in children can its use improveclinical outcomes USD $838,000Funded by the National Health and Medical Research

Council of Australia.

A randomised controlled trial of factorreplacement therapy in snake bite coagulopathyUSD $620,000

Funded by the National Health and Medical Research


Abracadabra! Improving literacy throughtechnology USD $613,000Funded by the Telstra Foundation.

PneuMum: An RCT of maternal pneumococcalvaccination for protection of Indigenous childrenfrom ear disease USD $606,000Funded by the National Health and Medical Research


A structured systems approach for improvinghealth promotion practice for chronic diseases inIndigenous communities USD $576,000Funded by the National Health and Medical ResearchCouncil of Australia.

1 + 1 = A healthy start to life for Aboriginalchildren USD $518,000Funded by the National Health and Medical Research


Over the period 2003-2007 CDUs external research

income has increased from USD $4.6 mill ion to greater

than USD $24 million.

For details of key researchers within CDU.

www.cdu.edu.au/research/profiles/


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Coursework studies

Arts and Creative Arts (including Music, Communication, Design, Arts)

Course Course code Duration Annual fee Start date

Bachelor of Arts BARTS 3 years $13,200 March/July

Entry requirementsEnglish, see pages 1415; equivalent Year 12 qualification.

Course descriptionThis course is a general degree with many opportunities to study a widerange of subjects, including history, politics, anthropology, sociology,psychology, Greek, Indonesian and Yolgnu culture. The course builds onthe Universitys unique location in northern Australia, adjacent to south-eastAsia. With particular focus on north Australia and south-east Asian cultures,the course provides educational experiences that broaden understandingof society and develops a high level of skills in analysis, problem solvingand communication. The Bachelor of Arts develops intellectual curiosity

and creativity and the ability to apply imaginative and cross disciplinaryapproaches to social, political and historical enquiry. The course is anessential pre-requisite for postgraduate study that leads to many types ofprofessional employment.

SpecialisationsHistory and cultural heritageRegional and international studies (including south-east Asian studies)LanguagesIndigenous knowledge (Yolngu culture)Social science (psychology and sociology)

Career opportunitiesGraduates may seek Career opportunities in government, in the publicservice, non-government agencies, media, libraries, archives and museumsand the corporate sector.

HonoursThe Bachelor of Arts (Honours) is available as an additional year of study.

Dual degreesThe Bachelor of Arts is available as a dual degree with thefollowing courses.

Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries (4 years) Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (4 years) Bachelor of Applied Science (4 years) Bachelor of Laws (5 years)

www.cdu.edu.au/international/prospective/whatcanistudy/courses.html

Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries BCAI 3 years $13,500 March/July


Course descriptionThe Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries equips graduates with the

abilities to engage with contemporary culture and to understand the roleand function of its attendant media. It is both a generalist course of studyand also one that offers specialist study to give students the skills forproduction and application of new media and technology associated withthe creative industries. Students will select and combine suites of units fromthe principal disciplines listed below.

SpecialisationsArt history and cultural heritageCommunication designClassical and contemporary musicNew media designPublic relations and marketingStudio practice (Fine art)Web development and design

Career opportunitiesGraduates can find employment in the growing creative sector and workin a combination of media, including communication, public relations,

marketing, design, gaming, film, music production, performance orteaching, administration, studio artist in both the public and private sector.

HonoursA Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries (Honours) is available as anadditional year of study.

Dual degrees

The Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries is available as a dualdegree with the following courses.

Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (4 years) Bachelor of Arts (4 years)

Sample first year units Design and Innovation Introduction to Multimedia Communication Technology and Culture Modernity Creative Practice Introduction to Studio


Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries(Communication)

BCAICM 3 years $13,500 March/July


Course descriptionThe Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries (Communication) offersstudents the opportunity to tap their creative potential by building effectivestudy plans and pathways that prepare them for stimulating careers in thecreative and cultural industries. This course provides vocationally orientatedtraining as well as stimulation for students to encourage an innovativeand enterprising approach to their future careers. There are two principlepathways of study:

SpecialisationsPublic relations and marketingCommunication design

Career opportunitiesGraduates find employment in print and electronic media, publicrelations, marketing, government and community relations as well as ahost of other niche areas in commercial enterprises that place a premiumon managing relationships.

Sample first year units Foundations of Communications Studies Design and Innovation Introduction to Multimedia Principles of Public Relations Creative Practice Principles of Marketing

www.cdu.edu.au/international/prospective/whatcanistudy/courses.html.


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Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries

(Fine Arts) BCAIFA 3 years $13,500 March/July


Other requirementsA portfolio and interview.

Course descriptionThe Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries (Fine Arts) contains twopathways tailored to suit the particular aspirations of students. The studiopractice stream provides students with opportunities to focus upon theirarts practice. They have the opportunity to develop artwork utilising digitalmedia, painting, printmaking, sculpture and drawing. The art historyand cultural heritage stream gives students the marketing, writing andconceptual skills required to work within museums, galleries, arts tourismindustries and the arts writing/publishing sectors.

SpecialisationsStudio practiceArt history and cultural heritage

Career opportunitiesGraduates can seek employment either as artists in different mediums orin museums, art galleries and related arts industries as well as in the artspublishing sectors.

Sample first year units Design and Innovation Introduction to Multimedia Creative Practice Introductory Studio


Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries(Music) BCAIMU 3 years $13,500 March/July


Other requirementsAudition/interview and evidence of formal music education or equivalent.

Course descriptionThe Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries (Music) offers two principalpathways of study, in classical music, and in contemporary music. Thecourse is intended for students wishing to pursue a professional career inmusic and integrates the development of practical skills, theoretical musicknowledge and new media technology. A third pathway is also offered asa combination of the two. This course offers great flexibility and allowsstudents to mix and match suites of study units that best accommodatetheir career pathways.

SpecialisationsClassicalContemporaryClassical and contemporary music

Career opportunitiesGraduates work as professional musicians, as solo, chamber, orchestral orvocal performers.

Sample first year units Design and Innovation Introduction to Multimedia Creative Practice Introductory Studio Introductory Language of Music Introductory Instrumental and Vocal Studies


Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries(New Media Design)

BCAIMM 3 years $13,500 March/July


Other requirementsA portfolio and interview.

Course descriptionThe Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries (New Media Design) providesstudents with the knowledge and skills to become designers and developerswithin the creative industries by allowing them to specialise in webdevelopment and design, new media design, communication design orcontemporary music. The course focuses on high-end technologies, softwareand theories to enable students to become multi-skilled professionals.

SpecialisationsWeb development and designNew media designCommunication designContemporary music

Career opportunitiesGraduates can work in areas such as computer arts, communication,interactive design, gaming, graphic design, digital media, film, television,music, sound and web.

Dual degreeThe Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries (New Media Design) isavailable as a dual degree with the following course:

Bachelor of Information Technology (4 years)

Sample first year units Design and Innovation Introduction to Multimedia The Mobile Web Programming Concepts

Creative Practice Introductory Studio



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Building, Design and Architecture


Bachelor of Design BDES 3 years $15,000 March/July

Entry requirements

English, see pages 1415; equivalent Year 12 qualification.

Course description

The Bachelor of Design focuses on the way humans create places andspaces through the development of design, communication and technicalskills, with a foundation in architectural history, theory, materials andtechnologies to produce innovative and sustainable architecture andinteriors that are appropriate to time, people, c

Documents

Charles Darwin University International Prospectus 2009