1st Year Fee
₹28.0 L
Charles Darwin University
Charles Darwin University (CDU) is a public, dual-sector university based in the Northern Territory, offering both university degrees and vocational training. It was established in 2003 through the merger of the Northern Territory University and other local institutions, with higher-education roots… Read more
Charles Darwin University (CDU) is a public, dual-sector university based in the Northern Territory, offering both university degrees and vocational training. It was established in 2003 through the merger of the Northern Territory University and other local institutions, with higher-education roots in the Territory going back to the 1970s. Its largest campus is at Casuarina, a parkland site about 15 kilometres from central Darwin, with further locations in Palmerston, Alice Springs, Katherine and across remote communities, plus sites in Sydney. CDU has long experience in online learning and is known for research in tropical health, environment and Indigenous knowledge.
Read lessEstablished
2003
Programmes
123+
THE
#401
Top stream
UG Diploma
Academic Streams
Nine streams. 123+ programmes.
Pick a discipline to see fees, durations and entry requirements that apply.
Postgraduate18courses
UG Diploma
1st Year Fees₹10.2 L – ₹23.5 L
Duration1 – 3 years
Eligibility XII50%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Postgraduate13courses
MS
1st Year Fees₹19.3 L – ₹28.0 L
Duration18 months – 2 years
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo
Undergraduate12courses
B.Sc.
1st Year Fees₹20.8 L – ₹26.1 L
Duration1 – 4 years
Eligibility XII60%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Undergraduate11courses
B.E. / B.Tech
1st Year Fees₹17.6 L – ₹27.0 L
Duration1 – 5 years
Eligibility XII60%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Undergraduate11courses
B.A.
1st Year Fees₹17.4 L – ₹19.0 L
Duration1 – 4 years
Eligibility XII60%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Postgraduate09courses
UG certificate
1st Year Fees₹5.1 L – ₹10.9 L
Duration6 months – 2 years
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Postgraduate08courses
MBA/PGDM
1st Year Fees₹21.3 L – ₹26.2 L
Duration18 months – 2 years
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Postgraduate05courses
MIM
1st Year Fees₹21.3 L – ₹26.2 L
Duration18 months – 2 years
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Postgraduate05courses
M.A.
1st Year Fees₹17.7 L – ₹25.0 L
Duration1 – 2 years
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Top Programmes
10 programmes worth knowing about.
Curated from the full programme list — sorted by fee, deduplicated, and diversified across streams.
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MSDegree
#001
Master of Medical Laboratory Science
Free admission help included
B.E. / B.TechDegree
#002
Bachelor of Software Engineering Honours
Free admission help included
BSNDegree
#003
Bachelor of Nursing
Free admission help included
MBA/PGDMDegree
#004
Master of Business Administration (Professional Practice)
Free admission help included
MIMDegree
#005
Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice)
Free admission help included
B.Sc.Degree
#006
Bachelor of Environmental Science
Free admission help included
MEngDegree
#007
Master of Engineering
Free admission help included
M.A.Degree
#008
Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Free admission help included
B.Sc.Degree
#009
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours
Free admission help included
Lowest fee
MSDegree
#010
Master of Information Technology (Software Engineering)
Free admission help included
Fees Breakdown
What you'll pay in Year 1.
1st year fees range from ₹5.1 L to ₹28.0 L depending on the stream. Figures are first-year tuition only — total programme cost varies by duration.
1st year fee by stream
Each bar shows the maximum first-year tuition in the stream — sorted lowest to highest. Subsequent years may vary.
UG certificate (6 months – 2 years)₹10.9 L
B.J.M.C. (3 years)₹17.4 L
B.Arch (3 years)₹18.6 L
B.Des (3 years)₹18.7 L
B.A. (1 – 4 years)₹19.0 L
B.Ed (3 – 4 years)₹19.6 L
LL.B. (1 – 3 years)₹19.8 L
BBA (3 years)₹21.4 L
M.Pharma (2 years)₹21.7 L
PG Diploma (1 year)₹22.0 L
Others PG (1 – 2 years)₹22.5 L
UG Diploma (1 – 3 years)₹23.5 L
MPH (18 months – 2 years)₹23.8 L
PG Certificate (6 months)₹24.1 L
MSN (18 months – 2 years)₹24.1 L
B.Pharma (4 years)₹24.2 L
M.A. (1 – 2 years)₹25.0 L
MEng (3 years)₹25.5 L
B.Sc. (1 – 4 years)₹26.1 L
MBA/PGDM (18 months – 2 years)₹26.2 L
MIM (18 months – 2 years)₹26.2 L
BSN (3 years)₹26.6 L
B.E. / B.Tech (1 – 5 years)₹27.0 L
MS (18 months – 2 years)₹28.0 L
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Global Rankings · 2026
Ranked across 14 tables worldwide.
Featured tiles show the most prestigious overall rankings. Subject tiles below pick the strongest discipline-level placements.
QS
#584
World University
2026 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#401
University
2026 ranking
QS
#29
Australia Ranking
2026 ranking
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking)
#201
Nursing
2025 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#251
PG Computer Science
2026 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#251
PG Computer Science
2026 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#301
Life Sciences
2026 ranking
QS
#651
Medicine
2026 ranking
US News & World Report
#797
Global Universities
2025 ranking
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Applications Live · 2026–2027
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PostedMay 05, 2026
Intake2026–2027
Tests AcceptedIELTS · TOEFL · PTE · Duolingo
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FAQs
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What does it mean that Charles Darwin University is dual-sector?+
A dual-sector university offers both higher education degrees and vocational education and training in the same institution. At CDU this means students can move between practical, TAFE-style courses and university degrees, or combine them, which can create flexible pathways into a chosen career.
Is Charles Darwin University good for online or flexible study?+
Yes. CDU has more than thirty years of experience in online and distance education and offers many courses online, alongside on-campus, part-time and full-time options. This flexibility suits students balancing work, family or remote locations, and online students earn the same qualification as those studying on campus.
What is Charles Darwin University known for?+
CDU is known for its role in the Northern Territory and for research strengths linked to its location, including tropical and remote health through the Menzies School of Health Research, environmental science, and Indigenous knowledge. It also reports strong graduate employment outcomes across its university and vocational courses.
What are the admission requirements for international students at Charles Darwin University?+
Entry depends on the program and level. Undergraduate applicants generally need academic results equivalent to the required Australian standard, while postgraduate entry depends on a relevant bachelor's degree. Some courses set specific prerequisites, and all international applicants must meet CDU's English language requirements.
When are the main intakes at Charles Darwin University?+
CDU's main intakes are Semester 1, starting around late February, and Semester 2, starting in July. It also runs a Summer Semester with a November start that is open to international students, giving three entry points across the year. Not every course is offered in each intake, so students should check their program and apply early.
What is the lowest tuition fee at Charles Darwin University?+
The most affordable programmes at Charles Darwin University start from ₹5.1 L in first-year fees. Total programme cost depends on duration. Use the fee ladder above to compare across streams.
Which English-proficiency tests does Charles Darwin University accept?+
Charles Darwin University accepts IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo. EduVouchers offers discounted vouchers for IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo.
How many programmes does Charles Darwin University offer?+
Charles Darwin University offers 123 programmes across 24 academic streams.
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