Bachelor of Humanitarian Aid and Development

Charles Darwin University

Australia, Darwin

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Charles Darwin University

Australia , Darwin

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

0101028

Credit point

240 Points

Campuses

Casuarina campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines3-Mar-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 29,800 / year

Next Intake 3-Mar-2026

Bachelor of Humanitarian Aid and Development

About

The Bachelor of Humanitarian Aid and Development is an inter-disciplinary degree that will teach you to understand, critically analyse and apply concepts of community development, humanitarian practice and development aid.

During the course, you'll explore concepts in a variety of fields including culture studies, sociology, ethics, Indigenous knowledge, community development, international humanitarian assistance and development, project management, and language studies. You'll learn from academics and industry practitioners who have a professional focus on national and international community work, disaster relief and development.

You'll complete a two-week intensive unit, which will give you the knowledge and skills to work in humanitarian assistance.

In the final year of study, students completing the Human Services major will undertake 400 hours of community-based placements with humanitarian, human services or development aid organisations in Australia or overseas. International placements are available with industry partners, including in the Asia Pacific.

With an unprecedented number of displaced people across the world seeking life-saving relief, there is a growing need for skilled and trained humanitarian and development aid workers. This degree will give you the knowledge and skills to provide support for those affected by man-made and natural disasters, poverty and social injustice.

Disciplines

Faculty of Arts and Society

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

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.
Australian Defence Force (ADF) members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:
- Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading Seaman
- Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal
- Army: Private, Lance Corporal, Corporal
Current School Leaver Pathways:
- Best of 3 Year 12 subject grades
- School recommendation program

* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.

International entry pathway

International applicants who have completed the CDU Foundation Studies Program and achieved a minimum mark of 65% in the Foundation English units A and B are eligible to apply.

Essential requirements

For students undertaking placements, you will require a National Police Clearance from the Australian Federal Police and a Working with Children Card (OCHRE Card or equivalent) in time to start your placements.

English language requirements

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study.

The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.

CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30)	Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3
IELTS Academic Module (including One Skill Retake)	A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)	A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169.
Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency	A minimum overall grade of B2.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module	A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50.
TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)	A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.

* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.

Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.

ATAR profile

The following table represents the ATAR and selection rank profile for applicants offered a place on the basis of their ATAR in semester 1, 2024

ATAR based offers only	ATAR (excluding adjustment factors)	Selection Rank (ATAR plus any adjustment factors)
Lowest rank to receive an offer	<5	<5
Median rank to receive an offer	<5	<5
Highest rank to receive an offer	<5	<5

Notes
"<5" indicates less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.

English Program Requirements

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study.

CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30)	Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3
IELTS Academic Module (including One Skill Retake)	A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)	A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169.
Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency	A minimum overall grade of B2.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module	A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50.
TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)	A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.

Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.

Career

Career opportunities

Graduates exit the program with a foundation in community work, human service delivery and international humanitarian practice.

Career opportunities include working for non-government organisations (NGOs) and government agencies in the field of community development and international humanitarian assistance and development aid.

The degree provides an excellent basis to pursue a higher degree in allied fields including emergency and disaster management, humanitarian and development aid as well as international relations.