Overview

Your coursework during the Diploma of Network Engineering from Charles Darwin University will cover key areas of network engineering, including data networks and their implementation.

Quick Facts:

You will combine academic studies with practical experience allowing you to further develop your skill set and provide you with the opportunity to stand out from the crowd in a competitive industry.
You can also use this qualification to move into our other degree programs such as the Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Software Engineering Honours.
Study opportunities are also provided to assist students to undertake sought-after industry modules, including Microsoft certification.

From dealing with cyber crime to software engineering and data collection, an IT degree at CDU is tailored to industry demand. You'll graduate equipped with the technical and analytical skills to future-proof your career across multiple sectors.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Software Now
Data Science
Computing Fundamentals
Operating Systems and Applications
Network Engineering Applications

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-12 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-11-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-09 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-23 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

80 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Darwin, Australia

Disciplines

Electronics & Embedded Technology Automotive Engineering View 36 other Bachelors in Electronics & Embedded Technology in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 064418M

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

31688 AUD / year

≈ 31688 AUD / year

Additional Details

If you are enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place (CSP), your tuition fees will be subsidised by the Government (you won't have to pay this back).

Living costs

Darwin

Australia

1493 - 2530 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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