Whether it's scouring busy markets, catching a croc-spotting boat cruise or just taking in a famous Territory sunset, there's a certain degree of adventure about studying in the Northern Territory.
We know that CDU is a great place to study but you may not believe us, so we recently asked CDU students themselves to tell the story for us.
We invited CDU students to create their own videos telling us why CDU is such a great place to study and the Territory a great place to live. We put the Top 5 videos on the website and gave you the chance to vote for the one you think is best. And the winners are...
You also had the chance to win some cash with our short survey. And the winners are...
THE TOP FIVE
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Darwin Encounter Film by: Emma Duff Could you survive the excitement of a Darwin encounter? CDU is more then a university, it's an experience. Change your world! Watch video |
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Degree of Adventure (Documentary) Film by: Samantha Cubillo and Nung Seurig A short film about Darwin lifestyle and the various courses you can study at Charles Darwin University. Watch video |
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Degree of Adventure Film by: Peter Gardiner This film looks at the varied aspects of the "Top End", it showcases some of its natural wonders, as well as some of its "city life". Watch video |
| Relish: The Darwin Students Lifestyle Film by: Eliza Wilson and Emma Crossland Studying at CDU is more than doing a degree, it's a lifestyle, it's an adventure. Insights and snapshots into the lives of Darwin students. Watch video |
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The NT Travel Book Film by: Ronnawee Gunthol The story and scenery of Darwin and CDU accompanied by music and animation. Watch video |
Here's some of the videos that didn't make it to the top five but we thought you'd enjoy. |
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| Degree of Adventure: CDU Film Comp Film by: Tam Nguyen and Peter Butcher An agent is sent from an interstate university to find out what draws people to CDU and the NT lifestyle. Watch video Editor's comment: Whilst this video missed the submission deadline, we think it is a fantastic video and well worth a watch. |
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Discover Students Film by: Linda Standbury, Cameron Clarke, Claire Webb, Kellie Head, Sylvia Schleindl and Mea-Mei Standbury. Students discovering CDU and Darwin surrounds. Watch video |
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Degree of Adventure: Short Film Contest Film by: Brenton Hinks and Matt Van Pelt Me and my mate tell Australia about why Darwin is such a nice place. Beautiful weather and great party town. Watch video |






