Student life
The online student’s guide to the library
So, you’ve made the decision to study your degree online, but you’re a bit confused about how to access library resources as a distance learner. After all, how can you borrow a book when you can’t visit the library?
Read moreHow CDU's Colleges are responding to COVID-19
Hear from Alison Reedy, CDU's Team Leader for Higher Education and Training Development, on how CDU's Colleges are embracing the opportunities of online learning during COVID-19.
Coronavirus is driving learning online. How well prepared is CDU?
It’s clear that the COVID-19 crisis has challenged the higher education sector to rethink teaching and learning. The result is that more students than ever will be studying online. Is Charles Darwin University prepared to meet that challenge?
Top tips for studying abroad in Asia
Studying abroad in Asia is a great option because it's close to home and has strong business ties with Australia. These top tips – firsthand from CDU study abroad student, Joel – will help ensure your exchange goes as smoothly as possible.
Theory in action: Stephanie's overseas placement
In her final year of a Bachelor of Humanitarian and Community Studies, Stephanie completed a student placement with the Red Cross in Timor-Leste. She reflects on the placement – and dissects why it was such a formative personal, professional, and academic experience.
How to make friends at uni
For some students, making friends might be a top priority. For others, it may be less important. If you’re one of CDU’s many online students, you might even be wondering if it's possible to make friends studying externally (hint: it is).
How to build strong relationships with your lecturers
Whether you’re an online or on campus student, full-time or part-time, having good relationships with your lecturers and teachers is one of the best ways to get the most of your university experience and create long lasting connections. Here are some of our top tips.
8 tips to ace your scholarship application
Think a scholarship’s not for you? Think again. At CDU, students are awarded scholarships for a whole range of reasons. In short, opportunities abound. So, explore CDU’s scholarship opportunities, find the right ones and consider these eight tips for nailing your application.
How to stay motivated when you’re in a rut, according to science
It seems there’s been a lot of research on how to stay motivated when your in a rut. According to science, here are some of the most interesting and effective ways to push through the malaise and get things done.
How to spend less time referencing
We’ve all been there. You’ve written a great assignment and kept a rough record of your references – which means you have to spend a good hour or two tidying them up. All while you’re desperate for that end-of-assignment coffee and the deadline is approaching!