UNIVERSITY SPOTLIGHT
Charles Darwin University Source: Sally Wood Charles Darwin University is a multisector university providing a globally recognised education to 21,000 students. With eight campuses and centres in a diverse range of locations – from Alice Springs to Sydney – this Northern Territory based university offers a unique experience for researchers and students.
Charles Darwin University (CDU) is ranked one of the top 100 universities in the Asia Pacific region. Recognised worldwide for its outstanding commitment to research, CDU is also a global leader in their work towards the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals for Quality Education. The ranking has been welcomed by the educators of CDU, who work hard to ensure a wellrounded and excellent education for their students. “The result reflects CDU’s commitment to teaching, learning and research which is critical to positively impacting our region, our nation and the world,” Charles Darwin University ViceChancellor Professor Scott Bowman AO said. As a cross-sectoral institution, CDU assists students from around Australia
and the world to become ‘futureready’ workers. Students develop the knowledge, skills and resilience to meet the challenges of an everchanging world and become lifelong learners who are equipped to find success in any sector. The culture of CDU is deeply committed to sustainability, social justice, and collectively held values. The University deeply respects the history and culture of Indigenous Australians, central to the Northern Territory locations of the campuses. CDU’s vision is to bring people together to collectively strive for excellence, integrity, accountability and equality of opportunity for all.
Materials and Engineering Named after one of the great observers and researchers of history, Charles Darwin University encourages curiosity, creativity, and the constant pursuit of knowledge. CDU is a leader in research and innovation, making significant advances in materials, manufacturing and engineering. Through collaboration with industry, CDU students are given the opportunity to gain real world experience and work
with leaders within the sector. The College of Engineering, IT and Environment provides students and researchers with state-of-theart technology and an inspiring learning environment. The College delivers creative and flexible teaching programs and research excellence in the areas of environment and livelihoods, energy and renewables, materials and resources. “The staff of the College are renowned, both for the new knowledge they have created and for their ability to pass on this knowledge,” said Professor David Young, Dean of the College of Engineering, IT and Environment. “Our courses are accredited by their professions and you will be expertly trained as an engineer, IT professional or environmental scientist with qualifications recognised world-wide. Our graduates have attained success in their careers, and we look forward to seeing you also contribute to the world of the future.” Part of the College, the Energy and Resources Institute (ERI) provides high-quality research and consultancy for all aspects of energy and resources, including engineering, scientific, economic, environmental, social, community, legal, policy and digital considerations. With a scope ranging from renewables to corrosion engineering, the Institute considers: • Fossil-based and renewable energy • Mineral resources • Digitisation of energy and resources • Energy materials • Process safety, including fire and explosion safety • Environment protection and social mandate to operate.
Charles Darwin University Engineering Pavilion. Image courtesy of Charles Darwin University.
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