CDU Casuarina
Located in Darwin's Larrakia country, Casuarina is CDU's largest campus. Starting out as the site for the Darwin Community College, Casuarina campus has grown and evolved to what it is today.
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Choose from 300+ certificates, diplomas degrees
Explore a wide range of vocational training and higher education courses
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You are at the heart of what we do
We are welcoming, inclusive and responsive; collaborating with you to co-design an outstanding student experience.
Casuarina campus is CDU's largest study location and the main hub for Higher Education, TAFE, and Research programs.
The campus is located on Larrakia country, about 15kms from Darwin's central business district and within 20kms to Palmerston city.
The nearest shopping centre is a 10-minute stroll away, but you can also jump on one of the many public buses servicing our campus. We also offer free inter-campus bus services between Casuarina and CDU Waterfront, for students, during study semesters.
We have a variety of on- and off-campus student accommodation options available with access to public transport and other facilities.
The campus is also less than a 10-minute drive to the Darwin International airport. Enquire about our student pick-up service from the airport.
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At Charles Darwin University (CDU), we have more than 30 years’ experience in online education and offer more than 100 courses online. Study where, when and how it works for you, with online, on-campus, part-time and full-time options.
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As the NT's largest training provider, we can help you develop practical, job-ready skills. Choose from more than 100 hands-on TAFE courses, taught by industry experts. We offer many fee-exempt TAFE courses for eligible veterans.
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CDU is committed to providing opportunities to students through our scholarship program. Scholarships are sponsored by individuals, businesses, government, community groups and the university to assist students with the financial burden of studying.
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Casuarina campus is set in 56 hectares of parkland and offers a variety of student study and recreational spaces placed around the campus both undercover and indoor, so you can take full advantage of Darwin's tropical outdoor lifestyle.
