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The Bachelor of Midwifery Honours is designed to extend knowledge gained through your undergraduate midwifery education. You will undertake the program in partnership with an experienced midwife academic who will provide mentoring and an introduction to research with a midwifery focus of your choice. The course addresses foundation research concepts required for higher level research studies. This encompasses: acquisition of knowledge and skills critical thinking decision making complex problem solving. You will use these skills to produce a registerable and potentially publishable systematic review of the literature on a topic nominated by you.

The Bachelor of Laws Honours is a one-year course for high-achieving Bachelor of Laws' graduates. It may provide you with a pathway to a PhD, enhance your career prospects and advance your legal research and writing skills. During the course, you'll undertake a substantial legal research project in an area relevant to your career. This is an opportunity to deeply explore a legal topic of your interest, as well as develop a sound understanding of the research methodologies relevant to law and legal scholarship. With the support of CDU's academic staff and your research supervisor, you will be encouraged to produce quality research and develop your project to a publishable level. If you successfully complete the Bachelor of Laws Honours, you may be eligible for admission to a PhD.

This course develops your understanding of and respect for Indigenous knowledges and the engagement of Indigenous people in the culture of academic research. You will study key issues surrounding, and protocols related to, research by and with Indigenous people. Research projects are drawn from both the requests of Indigenous community leaders, the involvement of academics in current research projects and community led projects and their subsequent related and independent interests. Studies focus on Indigenous peoples engagement in the economic use and management of land and water resources, exploration of the policy environment within which Indigenous people operate, issues of language and cultural maintenance and development. You are encouraged to be self-reflective and interrogate your attitude and practices in the light of the social and cultural diversity during your research. This program prepares you for any relevant degree program to engage in respectful and collaborative research activities in a wide range of disciplines that occur within the Australian cultural, historical, environmental and social contexts, with a particular focus upon Indigenous issues.

The Bachelor of Health Science Honours is an additional year of undergraduate study which will provide you with the opportunity to build on your knowledge and gain specialised skills in your area of interest. You will develop skills in research design, sample collection, critical analysis and interpreting data, while understanding the importance of ethical and professional issues pertaining to the field of research. During the course, you will be required to complete coursework in research methods, writing and/or health, plus complete an independent research project. This will also include writing a thesis which showcases your research achievements. This course will give you transferable skills in the areas of critical thinking, time management, writing, communication and team work, while contributing to the knowledge of your specified health field. An honours year also provides a pathway to postgraduate studies and commence a rewarding career in research.

The Bachelor of Engineering Honours will provide you with an advanced conceptual understanding of the science and its application to engineering, followed by an advanced specialist knowledge of the theory and practice of civil and structural, electrical and electronics or mechanical engineering. The course will help you to develop skills for the planning and execution of engineering projects or research to advance the scientific basis of the discipline. The course specifically offers you hands-on practical experience, which will assist you in your future career as a professional engineer. This course also focuses on essential engineering skills including innovation, creativity, research, management, teamwork and leadership. This course was developed in consultation with and is supported by industry leaders. You graduate with the foundation of engineering knowledge which directly aligns with international industry requirements. As a professional civil and structural engineer, you will be able to combine traditional and current construction methods with creativity and innovation including the design and management of structures for the modern world. Your studies will focus on developing sustainable and ethical civil and structural solutions in areas such as structural engineering, water and roads and traffic and its uses and principles of sustainability. As a professional electrical and electronics engineer, you will be able to fulfil major roles in the design, automation and control of devices which make modern life convenient. You will be involved in electronics, telecommunications, biomedical applications and power generation, storage and distribution, including renewable energy. You will develop skills in communication methods, electronic control systems and power engineering, together with a background of sustainable engineering principles. As a professional mechanical engineer, you will be able to have a major role in the design and construction of equipment for improved transport, and to provide affordable manufacturing and production solutions for the manufacturing industry. Key areas include biomechanical applications, aeroplanes, cars, pumps, pipelines and air conditioning systems.

Note: this course was withdrawn as a course available for entry in 2019 on 24th September 2018. Your studies will focus on a business field of your interest, while still building on your knowledge of research principles and techniques, developing advanced analysis and problem solving skills, getting experience in research project management, and developing effective research communication skills. The course is both challenging and rewarding, designed to give you the specialised knowledge and advanced skills to conduct important research projects in your chosen field. You will develop high level research skills to continue further study and add considerable value to your resume by gaining advanced knowledge of a specialised field.

The Bachelor of Arts Honours is a one-year course for high-achieving Bachelor of Arts' graduates. It is an opportunity to produce a research project that explores an area of research interest in depth and prepare you for a research career. During the course, you'll work closely with your research supervisor to develop a high-quality thesis based upon primary research. At CDU, you'll have the one-on-one support and flexibility to design a bespoke research project that aligns with and develops your talents and interests. Critical thinking is one of the most important skills for the future workforce, which is why the Bachelor of Arts Honours is designed to hone your thinking skills. In a world where everyone has an opinion, you'll learn to critically evaluate ideas, concepts and information to deliver a unique perspective on your research topic.

Note: this course was withdrawn as a course available for entry in 2019 on 24th September 2018. This course develops your knowledge and research skills in an accounting or finance area of your choosing. You will acquire knowledge of research principles and techniques, develop advanced analysis and problem solving skills, gain experience in research project management, and develop effective research communication skills. Key areas of study include: advanced research methods data analysis for advanced research research readings research proposal development. The course is both challenging and rewarding, designed to give you the specialised knowledge and advanced skills to conduct important research projects in your chosen field.

The Undergraduate Certificate (Remote Educators) offers you the opportunity to retrain and reskill in education studies relevant to remote educators. This 6-month course will give you a direct pathway into higher education courses across the education discipline. During this course you will learn about arts for education, preparation for teaching in early childhood education, teaching Indigenous learners, and cultural intelligence and capability. You will be supported in your studies as this introductory course is designed to support and develop the necessary skills to be successful in your studies. Completion of the Undergraduate Certificate (Remote Educators) will provide a direct pathway to the Diploma of Educational Studies, Bachelor of Education Early Childhood Teaching, Bachelor of Education Primary, and Bachelor of Education Secondary. As this qualification has been designed to allow you to explore opportunities in education, you may also use it as a pathway for entry into a variety of higher education courses. Advanced standing will be granted in a relevant undergraduate degree for some or all of the subjects successfully completed. You should check the requirements of your preferred undergraduate degree to ensure credit transfer is maximised. Higher Education Relief Package Charles Darwin University is offering this Undergraduate Certificate as part of the suite of university short courses subsidised by Commonwealth Government. The discounted fees only apply to enrolments in 2020. To be eligible you must study full time and complete all 4 units by December 2020. Future enrolments (2021) will be charged at the standard rate, without a discount.

The Undergraduate Certificate (Languages) offers you the opportunity to reskill and retrain in a language of your choice. This 6-month course will give you a direct pathway into higher education courses. Languages available to study include Chinese, Indonesian, Modern Greek, Yolngu Matha, Arrernte and Bininj Kunwok. During this course you will learn about language studies, language acquisition, and cultural intelligence and capability. You will be supported in your studies as this introductory course is designed to support and develop the necessary skills to be successful in your studies. Completion of the Undergraduate Certificate (Languages) will provide a direct pathway to the Diploma of Arts and Bachelor of Arts. As this qualification has been designed to allow you to explore opportunities in languages, you may also use it as a pathway for entry into other higher education courses. Advanced standing will be granted in a relevant undergraduate degree for some or all of the subjects successfully completed. You should check the requirements of your preferred undergraduate degree to ensure your credit transfer is maximised. Higher Education Relief Package Charles Darwin University is offering this Undergraduate Certificate as part of the suite of university short courses subsidised by Commonwealth Government. The discounted fees only apply to enrolments in 2020. To be eligible you must study full time and complete all 4 units by December 2020. Future enrolments (2021) will be charged at the standard rate, without a discount.