Charles Darwin University

Graduate Certificate of Arts

Arts and humanities

Our Graduate Certificate of Arts program is designed to diversify and expand your knowledge in cultural and creative spheres. You can choose units in various areas, including: Social Sciences, Indigenous Knowledges and Engagement, Indigenous Languages and Contemporary Social Issues, Indigenous Research Practice, Creative Arts. Whether you aim to consolidate your expertise or embark on a new career path, this degree will equip you with the analytical and critical thinking skills necessary for suc

Official
Duration
6 months
Qualification
Graduate Certificate
AQF 8
Campus
Casuarina
NT · +3 more campuses
Course code
CRICOS 116337M
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Course overview

Our Graduate Certificate of Arts program is designed to diversify and expand your knowledge in cultural and creative spheres. You can choose units in various areas, including: Social Sciences, Indigenous Knowledges and Engagement, Indigenous Languages and Contemporary Social Issues, Indigenous Research Practice, Creative Arts. Whether you aim to consolidate your expertise or embark on a new career path, this degree will equip you with the analytical and critical thinking skills necessary for success. At CDU, you'll explore unique perspectives on contemporary issues facing Indigenous Australia, Northern Australia, and South-East Asia. Our lecturers, who are leaders in their fields, are ready to guide and mentor you.

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

1. Successful completion of a recognized bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, Master's degree or equivalent international qualification.; Consideration will also be given to applicants who do not have one of the above qualifications, but who have at least five years professional experience appropriate to the fields of arts, communications, humanities, Indigenous knowledges, languages or social sciences.; Applicants must provide further documentation detailing their employment experience in the form of a curriculum vitae (CV) with their application. 2. Australian-bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific grade, prerequisites or work experience; English proficiency.

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
  • TOEFL iBTOverall 60L 18 · R 18 · W 18 · S 18
  • PTE AcademicOverall 50L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
  • Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
  • Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    Successful completion of a recognized bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, Master's degree or equivalent international qualification.; Consideration will also be given to applicants who do not have one of the above qualifications, but who have at least five years professional experience appropriate to the fields of arts, communications, humanities, Indigenous knowledges, languages or social sciences.; Applicants must provide further documentation detailing their employment experience in the form of a curriculum vitae (CV) with their application.

  • Additional entry requirement

    Australian-bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific grade, prerequisites or work experience; English proficiency.

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

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2027 · Rolling intake———$17,124per yearInternational students

Where it is taught

  • Casuarina Campus

    Primary

    1 Ellengowan Dr, CASUARINA, NT

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  • CDU Online

    NT

  • Danala Education and Community Precinct

    54-58 Cavenagh Street, Darwin City, NT

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  • Education and Community Precinct

    54 Cavenagh Street, Darwin City, NT, 800, Darwin City, NT

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Graduate Certificate of Artscdu.edu.au
  2. Charles Darwin Universitycdu.edu.au
  3. CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
  4. International Course Guide 2026Official source
  5. International entry requirementsOfficial source
  6. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

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Graduate Certificate of Arts at Charles Darwin University: Fees & Entry Requirements