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Universities Australia Charles Darwin University Courses International Foundation Studies Program

International Foundation Studies Program
at Charles Darwin University

Darwin, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 20,800
Country Rank#34
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 5.5 TOEFL: 46

Program Overview

The International Foundation Studies Program (FSP) has been developed to meet the needs of students who have a desire to advance their educational knowledge and skills in preparation for entry to university. Core and academic elective content develops theoretical proficiencies, skills and competencies as well as entrepreneurial enterprise, and leadership and team skills to equip students with the pedagogical constructs required for study at tertiary level. In addition to these academic and social foundations, students are also equipped with ongoing cultural orientation to Australia and the Northern Territories.

The Program is also designed to allow students to experience a focused study in an area of special interest or in specific disciplines that will better prepare them to study across the various sectors of their selected university course. It also helps students set and articulate goals and improve their self-management capabilities and confidence.

Course Content
Course structure

Every re-enrolling student will be able to complete their current course of study. As a continuing student you should always consider transferring to the newest course version to enable you to take advantage of new and exciting changes to university programs. Students electing not to transfer should refer to the transitional arrangements where provided.

Core units totalling 30 credit points as detailed below.
- Foundation English A
- Foundation English B
- Foundation English C
Entry Requirement
Admission criteria
Applicants must have completed the equivalent of Year 11, Australian Secondary Schools.

English language requirements

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. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.

IELTS Academic Module
A minimum overall score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0.

TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)
A minimum overall score of 46 with a minimum score of 14 for reading, speaking and listening and a minimum score of 21 for writing.
Fees & Scholarships
International tuition fees
- The annual tuition fee for full time study is AUD $20,800.00. This equates to $2,600.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL).
- These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year.

Cost Of Studying At Charles Darwin University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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International Foundation Studies Program at Charles Darwin University