Life may be full of opportunities, but the competition to win can be fierce. If you are a serving, transitioning, or former member of the ADF, and if you’re looking for professional development in your current role or something completely new, Charles Darwin University (CDU) is your partner in gaining the skills you need to achieve success.
Why Charles Darwin University?
CDU’s experience in delivering training for Defence offers key advantages for ADF members, including qualification choices and specialised support to assist members before, during and after studying.
An experienced Defence training provider
Serving in the ADF is a life like no other – which can make engaging with training and education in different environments challenging. CDU has extensive
experience in providing training to Defence personnel, and many University staff are veterans. An institution with trainers that understand your background and learning needs makes it easier for current, transitioning, and former members to hit the ground running.
A world of diverse qualifications
CDU is one of only six dual-sector institutions in Australia, offering a suite of over 300 Higher Education and TAFE qualifications from Certificate One to PhD level. The University’s courses have been carefully developed to meet the needs of both Defence and the private sector, with qualifications ranging from Accounting to Engineering, IT to Electrical Trades, and Business to Baking.
Fee waivers for former ADF members in the Northern Territory
CDU delivers training opportunities nationwide, with a principal campus in Darwin and sites throughout the Northern Territory (NT) and across Australia. Support to transitioning members
Leaving established routines for the excitement of new beginnings can be a challenging transition. CDU offers a range of support services to assist members, including a dedicated Defence Project Officer to help you navigate the diversity of training choices and make a selection that best matches your interests and career goals.
Links to future careers
The purpose of studying is to help develop your career, and CDU will help you shine. In fact, CDU is one of Australia’s top five universities for undergraduate employment outcomes, and CDU graduates earn an average of 6.5% more in their first jobs than the national average. The University’s Careers Centre can help you advance into your next role.
How will you work with CDU?
Regardless of your training needs, CDU is ready to work with you and apply its unique expertise to ensure success. To learn more about studying with us, contact:
Imran North
Defence Project Officer
0436 840 923 | imran.north@cdu.edu.au
Looking to upskill as a serving or former ADF member? Charles Darwin University is your education partner for success.
