Entry Requirements
English language requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30) Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3
IELTS Academic Module A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169.
Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency A minimum overall grade of B2.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50.
TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.
* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.
Fees
International tuition fees
The annual tuition fee for full time study in 2024 is AUD $28,376.00. This equates to $ $3,547.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL).
These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year.
Scholarship
We offer an exciting and generous range of scholarships to support international students coming to study at CDU from around the globe. Our scholarships reward high-achieving students with outstanding academic accomplishments and who contribute to the potential to make a positive impact on the world.
Information on the scholarship application process can be found under each scholarship detailed below.
Scholarship program Amount Duration Application deadline
Vice-Chancellor's International High Achiever Scholarship* 50% per year Course duration Application required, see below for further details
CDU Global Merit Scholarship 2024 & 2025 commencement 30% Course duration No separate application is required. See below for more details
2024 CDU International College Pathway Scholarship 10% or 20% depending on the course Pathway Course duration No separate application is required. See below for more details
2024 ELICOS Scholarship 10% to 20% ELICOS Course duration No separate application is required. See below for more details
2024 CDU Bachelor of Nursing Scholarship 20% Course duration No separate application is required. See below for more details
