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An

Australian
experience
like no
other
International study guide
2023
Our story

Yindyamarra
Winhanganha Contents
Why Charles Sturt University is unique 4

Welcome 6
This is a Wiradjuri phrase meaning ‘the wisdom Get organised 7
of respectfully knowing how to live well in a
world worth living in’. Study options 8

It's at the heart of everything we stand for here Life in Australia 10

at Charles Sturt University. It’s the reason we Live and work 11


strive to create a world worth living in.
Our campuses 12
To us, a world worth living in is a place that
Living at Charles Sturt University 14
protects and values society’s core needs. The
security of our land and food. The health and Scholarships 16
education of our people. The development of Research at Charles Sturt University 17
technology to help us prosper. And clear and
honest communication with ourselves – and Career areas and course information 18

each other. Study online 44

Charles Sturt University was founded on a quest Admission requirements 46


to meet these fundamental needs. Since day
How to apply 48
one, we've empowered people to make the world
a better place. Because we believe in making Useful websites 51
a difference. When we connect people to their
International admissions matrix 52
purpose, we make communities better. And
when we make communities better, we create University terms 55
a world worth living in.

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Why choose We have hundreds of courses across several
welcoming campuses

Charles Sturt Choose from a wide range of courses at Charles Sturt University.
Wherever you want to take your career – in IT, nursing, education,
healthcare, science or any other industry – we’ve got the right
course for you. From a bachelor’s degree to postgraduate

University?
qualifications, you’ll find the course that will help you take your
career to the next level.

Our graduates get jobs faster than any other


Australian university
Take the first step to
a successful career, More Charles Sturt University graduates get jobs faster than
graduates from any other university.* Employers know Charles
experience a new Sturt grads are skilled, confident and ready to get to work.
culture, and join us in
our mission to create a
world worth living in. By studying in a regional area, you could be
eligible for extended post-study work rights
By studying on-campus in a regional area you could be eligible
for extended post-study work rights to allow you more time to find
work to put your qualification into practice after graduation. Check
the Department of Home Affairs website for more information
(immi.homeaffairs.gov.au).

We are a 5-star university for graduate salaries


Get your dream job and get paid well for it! Charles Sturt grads
earn an average of $67,100 when securing a job straight after
graduating.*

Beyond the classroom, we will support you from


day one. Great support is part of the experience
When you study with Charles Sturt University – we’re in it together. We
believe we only succeed when you succeed, so we provide a range of
support options and encourage all our students to use them.

study.csu.edu.au/international

4 Charles Sturt University *Good Universities Guide 2021/22 International Study Guide 2023 5
At Charles Sturt University, you will gain
an internationally recognised qualification

Get
and be provided with the opportunity
to have an Australian experience like no
other.

During your studies in some of the

organised
best learning and teaching facilities,
you will receive world-class education
and excellence in student support, not
just academically but personal support
services. This will enable you to thrive, not
only throughout your degree, but as you
move forward into the workforce.

We have forged strategic partnerships Plan ahead for university life by keeping
with industries to create growth pathways
and increase work-integrated learning
track of these important orientation and
placements, expanded our reach session dates. You can also check out the
to provide further global immersion scholarships and accommodation options
opportunities and learning abroad available at Charles Sturt University to help
programs. We focus on practical, hands-
you get ready for study. If you have any
on learning and have the highest graduate
employment rate of any university in questions, contact us online at
Australia.
study.csu.edu.au/contact-us
Our regional campus environments
are unique and full of Australian native
wildlife. Our class sizes are typically small Application closing dates
to maintain a quality of teaching that csu.edu.au/about/important-dates
ensures you get the most out of your
education.
Session 1 starts
I am confident that your studies will 27 February 2023
equip you to have a bright future and
undertake a successful career. We look Session 2 starts
forward to welcoming you to Charles 10 July 2023
Sturt University, where you will be a part
of a vibrant community, make life-long
connections and receive the support and
the attributes you need to succeed in
today’s global workplace.

Professor Renée Leon PSM


Vice-Chancellor and President

Important:
Charles Sturt University aims to ensure the information contained in this
prospectus is accurate and up to date. Persons intending to act on any
information contained herein should first check with Charles Sturt University
to ascertain whether any later information is available in respect of the relevant
material. Charles Sturt University, its representatives and employees will not be
liable for any loss or damage arising directly or indirectly from the possession,
publication or use of or reliance on information obtained from this publication. It
is provided in good faith without express or implied warranty.

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Choose how
you study
with us
Study with Charles Sturt University – in
Australia or from your home country.
Professional education by industry
experts with students from Australia and
around the world.
Whichever way you study with us, it’s the
Aussie university experience you’ve been
looking for.

In Australia Online
Study in Australia at a Charles Sturt We’re Australia’s online university of
University campus in Albury-Wodonga, choice - more students choose to study
Bathurst, Canberra, Orange, Port online with Charles Sturt University
Macquarie or Wagga Wagga. than any other university in Australia.
(Department of Education, Skills and
Employment Higher Education Statistics)

With a partner
Study Abroad and
institution
Exchange Charles Sturt University
Study with a Charles Sturt University
partner in Australia or in selected
overseas locations, such as Cambodia,
If you are studying at another university
in your home country, you could spend
was the first Australian
university to be officially
China or Hong Kong. one or two sessions at Charles Sturt
University in Australia as part of our
Study Abroad and Exchange program.

declared carbon neutral.


study.csu.edu.au/international/study-with-us csu.edu.au/sustainability/about-us/carbon-neutral-university

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Life in Live and
Australia work
What is it like to live and
Culture Climate study in Australia?
Australian people are friendly and welcoming. We are a NSW lies in a temperate zone. This means the weather is
country known for our cultural diversity, with 30 per cent relatively mild with well-defined seasons that feature hot
of our population born overseas and more than 260 summers and cold winters.
languages spoken in Australian homes. After English, the
most common languages are Mandarin, Italian, Arabic,
Student life
Cantonese and Greek. Our study locations offer international students
Charles Sturt University is based in the state of New South a safe, friendly, and genuine Australian
Wales (NSW) which borders the states of Queensland, cultural experience.
17–31°C 3–12°C
Victoria and South Australia. Albury-Wodonga
(63–89°F) (39–55°F) Each campus has a range of clubs and groups
We have campuses in some of the fastest-growing you can join. Clubs offer you the chance to
14.5–27°C 1–12°C
regional cities and towns in NSW, which means you can Bathurst connect informally with other students.
(58–82°F) (34–54°F)
have city living with the benefits of a regional lifestyle. Australia is generally a safe place to live and our
Each Charles Sturt campus is unique and home to 19–26°C 8.5–18°C
Port Macquarie health system is considered one of the best in
Australian native wildlife, such as kangaroos, koalas and (67–80°F) (48–65°F)
the world. At Charles Sturt, we have a range of
kookaburras. services and information available to help keep
18.5–27°C -0.5–10°C
Orange you healthy and happy.
(57–81°F) (31–51°F)
18–31°C 3.8–12.7°C We organise regular catch-ups and events
Wagga Wagga specifically for international students. You
(65–89°F) (39–55°F)
can network and explore various parts of
Australia together, such as national parks
and wildlife sanctuaries

Working while studying


There are plenty of off-campus and some
on-campus opportunities to work part-time
while you are studying. Part-time work is also a
great way to make new friends and broaden your
social connections.
Once you have enrolled with Charles Sturt
University, our student portal has career services
support and advice to help you get started
looking for a job.
Remember, it is up to each student to check and
understand the conditions of their visa and make
sure they are doing the right thing.

study.csu.edu.au/international/live-and-work

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QUEENSLAND Brisbane

Our campuses NEW SOUTH WALES

Port Macquarie

At Charles Sturt, we’re geographically gifted. Orange


Bathurst
We have five campuses across regional Australia in Albury-Wodonga, Sydney
Bathurst, Orange, Port Macquarie and Wagga Wagga. Wagga Wagga

Our campuses are safe, close-knit communities. Your lectures, Canberra


tutorials, practical workshops, cafés, the gym and the all-important Albury-Wodonga

library are just a short walk from one another.


VICTORIA
Small class sizes mean that you get the attention you need and you’ll Melbourne
have a one-to-one connection with your lecturers and tutors.

Albury-Wodonga Bathurst Orange Port Macquarie Wagga Wagga


Population: 97,717 Population: 43,996 Population: 42,503 Population: 85,952 Population: 65,770

Located on the border of New Bathurst has a rich history – Set among rolling hills, Charles Situated in northern New South The biggest inland city in New
South Wales and Victoria, not least as the centre of Sturt University’s campus at Wales, Port Macquarie is one South Wales is home to our
the twin cities of Albury and Australia’s first gold rush. Orange is small enough to of Australia’s most beautiful biggest campus, spanning
Wodonga have a great range Today, the city has many bars, have a relaxed, community feel coastal towns. Port Macquarie is 640 hectares. The Wagga
of shops, theatres, cafés and restaurants, and local wineries, but big enough to give you the university’s newest campus. Wagga campus includes a
restaurants. as well as numerous sporting everything you need for the It includes brand-new student university farm, equine centre,
and social activities complete university experience. accommodation, world-class experimental winery and a huge
The Albury-Wodonga campus is laboratories and facilities, as range of industry-standard
Australia’s first environmentally Bathurst campus offers a great Orange is renowned for its well as indoor and outdoor facilities.
sustainable campus. Rich in mix of country and city. It sits food. It has numerous cafés, spaces, so you can study in the
flora and fauna, it is a relaxing in a semi-rural setting but is just restaurants and bars in which to sunshine.
Relax by the pool
and eco-friendly campus with a short walk from the centre of sample the fantastic produce of When you study in Wagga
state-of-the-art teaching town. the region, as well as boutique Wagga you’ll be able to take a
facilities. shops and extensive sporting See the koala trail refreshing dip between classes.
Get on the air facilities. Our campus is home to resident Yep, we have an outdoor pool
We run a community radio “koala” Professor Eugene on campus!
Explore nature
station on campus. You could Take in amazing views Eucalyptus. Make sure you
We have our own mountain bike be part of the diverse group of You can see the picturesque get a selfie with the Prof and
trail on the Albury-Wodonga volunteers who bring 2MCE to landscapes of Orange and all his friends – there are 77
campus. So, get on your bike radios all around Bathurst. surrounds from Pinnacle other colourful koala sculptures
and explore what one of Lookout on Mount Canobolas. all over Port Macquarie for you
Australia’s greenest campuses The views at sunrise or sunset to find.
has to offer. are well worth the walk!

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Living at We have accommodation on
all of our campuses across

Charles Sturt
New South Wales, offering the
laidback lifestyle of country
living with urban convenience.

Wherever your studies take you, with Charles Sturt Weekly cost of living
you’ll get a warm welcome. Stay in comfortable, safe
and secure accommodation, and enjoy a stress-free This table outlines estimated weekly costs for common
living experience. student expenses.
And that’s not all.
Budget breakdown
• Guaranteed room for every international student*.
• All-inclusive costs – no extra bills to worry about. What I’ll need How much it could cost
• No bond required.
Accommodation $185 -$299 per week
• All rooms fully furnished.
• All accommodation has internet access at no Food $60 -$100 per week

extra cost. Utilities :water.


$0 - included in your accommodation package
electricity and gas
Everyone is different, and we want to make sure your
Internet $0 - free for Charles Sturt students
on-campus experience suits you. We have a variety
of accommodation across our campuses from classic Entertainment $50 - $75 per week
dorm-style to ensuite rooms with shared common
areas and facilities. *This varies depending on how far away from the campus
you live.
• Stay throughout the year or stay during your study
Please note: prices are subject to change. All prices in this
sessions and vacate during the breaks. prospectus are quoted in Australian dollars (AUD$) unless
otherwise stated
You’re conveniently at the heart of the action –
everything from your lectures to your mates is on accommodation.csu.edu.au
your doorstep.
https://study.csu.edu.au/international/cost-of-
*For full terms and conditions, please see accommodation. living
accommodation.csu.edu.au

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Research at
Scholarships
Charles Sturt
Our support for international students goes
beyond the classroom. Get a helping hand
with a Charles Sturt scholarship designed
• Charles Sturt University has a
to support students just like you. dedicated research centre, the
Charles Sturt University operates in a paradigm
of research excellence and partnership. We aim
Gulbali Institute, focusing on to provide meaningful outcomes for industry,
agriculture, water and environment. government, business and communities. We are
committed to building knowledge and innovation to
Studying in a new country meet the needs of people across our regions, the
nation and the world.
is a big step and we know a • Collaboration and interdisciplinary
research is actively encouraged. We focus our research on three interdisciplinary
little bit of financial support areas.
can go a long way.
Resilient people − our research contributes to the
• Support is provided for research development of educated, healthy, resilient people.
students through supervision,
International students seminars and workshops.
Sustainable environments − we develop sustainable
solutions for agriculture and water resources, while
who study at Charles enhancing the biodiversity of our environments and
Sturt University may apply strengthening ecosystems.

for government-funded, • Charles Sturt University’s Flourishing communities – our research contributes
externally funded and staff profile includes around to developing communities, helping them to thrive
140 professors, including economically and form strong social frameworks
university-specific Australian where diversity and harmony can reside.
15 strategic research professors
scholarships for international employed to further enhance research.csu.edu.au/study-with-us
students at bachelor’s, our research capacity.
master’s and PhD level. Higher Degrees by Research
• Doctor of Business Administration
• Doctor of Information Technology
• Doctor of Ministry
• Doctor of Philosophy
• Doctor of Philosophy (Arts and Education)
• Doctor of Public Safety
• Doctor of Social Work
• Doctor of Veterinary Studies
• Master of Islamic Studies (Research)
study.csu.edu.au/international/scholarships • Master of Philosophy
• Master of Philosophy (Arts and Education)
• Master of Veterinary Studies

For information on applying to study a Higher Degree


by Research with us, see page 46.

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Career areas and
course information
Find the course that’s right for you

Choose from a wide range


of courses at Charles Sturt
University. Wherever you
want to take your career
– in IT, nursing, education,
healthcare, science or any
other industry – we’ve got
the right course for you.

From a bachelor’s degree to


postgraduate qualifications,
you’ll find the course that
will help you take your
career to the next level.

study.csu.edu.au/international/courses

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Facilities Facilities Facilities Facilities
Winery Clinical simulation centre Olympic-standard equine centre Dental and Oral Health Clinics
Explore the science of winemaking using grapes Experience real-world scenarios while you’re still in Both equine science and veterinary science Located on the Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo,
mostly sourced from our alumni viticulturists at our training. Our simulated environments teach you to students have the opportunity to experience the Orange and Wagga campuses, these clinics are
purpose-built experimental winery. You’ll also have think on your feet when dealing with an emergency excellent equine training and competition centre at where you’ll put theory into practice throughout
the chance to be part situation. Charles Sturt’s Wagga Wagga campus. You’ll also your course. The dental and oral health clinics are
of research programs that steer the future of have access to other facilities like a high-speed your essential hands-on workspaces, where you'll
Australia’s Community Engagement and treadmill, large covered horse walker and numerous transition from simulated learning to real-world
wine industry. stables clinical practice.
Wellness Centre and yards.
The best bit? You'll start seeing real patients from
Glasshouse facilities Here, our occupational therapy, physiotherapy, your second year of study!
podiatry and speech pathology students get to On-campus farm
Find out how crops grow with specialist work directly with the public – gaining hands-on
mechanical, lighting and humidity systems in our experience and giving back to the community. With Charles Sturt, you’ll have access to 1400 Dental Simulation Clinic
modern glasshouses. hectares of prime mixed farming land right at your
Hone your clinical skills in our simulation clinic
doorstep. You’ll also
Lab and gym spaces have the chance to work with on-campus research
using our state-of-the-art dental equipment – just
National Life and Sciences Hub like the ones they use in industry. So when we say
Build your skills, knowledge and confidence in our institutions – so you can gain real-world experience
(NaLSH) across a range of
simulation, we mean it. It will feel like you're treating
anatomy lab and musculoskeletal and neurological a real patient, so you'll be developing your precise
Research food security and human, plant and rehabilitation gym space. You’ll learn all about the animal sciences.
motor skills as you learn.
animal health at our purpose-built facility that human body and have the chance to develop your
includes four large research laboratory spaces anatomical knowledge – working with real patients National Life and Sciences Hub Human Anatomy Facilities
and a phytotron building housing controlled from the start of your degree.
(NaLSH)
environment and growth chambers. Get to grips (literally) with anatomical simulations
Simulation pharmacy Get hands-on and learn the underlying sciences of the skeletal, muscular, vascular and nervous
On-campus farm for animal health in our state-of-the-art, purpose- systems of the human body.
Practice makes perfect – so working in our built science facility. You’ll have the chance to work
With Charles Sturt, you’ll have access to 1400 simulation pharmacy is the perfect preparation to in four large research laboratory spaces and have
hectares of prime mixed farming land and hit the ground running and be ready for the real- access to world-class equipment from day one.
National Life and Sciences Hub
agricultural research world pharmacy environment. (NaLSH)
institutions – so you can gain real-world
Veterinary clinical centre Conduct diagnostic tests in our dedicated anatomy
experience with paddocks, crops and farm
and physiology labs.
animals. Here, you’ll find a modern large animal hospital
with operating theatres, an intensive care unit,
Rhizolysimeter sophisticated diagnostic facilities, isolation boxes, a Dental Technology Laboratory
reproductive unit and small animal teaching labs.
Learn all about dental prosthetics and dental
Research root growth using the most
material science in our dental technology
sophisticated rhizolysimeter in the southern
Veterinary pre-clinical centre laboratory. You'll construct appliances like dentures,
hemisphere. This
occlusal splints and mouthguards for your patients –
state-of-the-art facility simulates crop growth in The pre-clinical centre is a hub for teaching
and reap the rewards of making a real difference in
order to investigate its impact on dryland salinity. veterinary anatomy and physiology, with light-
the lives of others.
filled, spacious laboratories, tutorial rooms and
Wine tasting and sensory rooms a veterinary museum. This space also includes a
mock consultation room, so you have the chance to
Uncover the complex relationships associated develop your communication skills.
with grape production, wine composition and wine
sensory features. Develop your practical skills by
Veterinary diagnostic laboratory
tasting and assessing wines in our purpose-built
facility. Build your practical skills and training by providing
veterinary diagnostic services to the region’s
Wine laboratories veterinary community and livestock producers.

Make new discoveries about wine production


and conduct research in our state-of-the-art
laboratories.

Agricultural and Allied health and Animal and Medical science


wine sciences pharmacy veterinary sciences and dentistry
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Bachelor of Agricultural Bachelor of Agriculture Bachelor of Agricultural Masters of Agricultural
Business Management Science Science (with Specialisations)
Enrolment information
Enrolment information Campus Wagga Wagga Enrolment information Enrolment information
Campus Wagga Wagga Course duration 3 years Campus Wagga Wagga Campus Wagga Wagga

Course duration 3 years Session intake February, July Course duration 4 years Course duration 2 years

Session intake February, July Additional criteria NA Session intake February, July Session intake February, July

Additional criteria NA Indicative yearly fee $33,200 Additional criteria NA Additional criteria NA

Indicative yearly fee $33,200 IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 Indicative yearly fee $33,200 Indicative yearly fee $33,200

IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 Study mode On campus IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5

Study mode On campus CRICOS 0101014 Study mode On campus Study mode On campus
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
CRICOS 057781F vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. CRICOS 068869G CRICOS 109132E
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.
Course description
Course description The Bachelor of Agriculture from Charles Sturt University Course description Course description
will provide you with education across all major disciplines
Ready to help shape the rapidly evolving and growing that underpin modern agricultural industries. With a science Are you ready to be part of a new era in agriculture with Advance your agriculture career with the Master of
agricultural industry? The Bachelor of Agricultural Business base, this agriculture degree also focuses on practical the Bachelor of Agricultural Science from Charles Sturt Agricultural Science (with specialisations) from Charles
Management from Charles Sturt University combines issues facing modern agriculture, producers, agribusiness University? Global demand for agriproducts is continuously Sturt University. Redirect or enhance your capabilities for
study in agricultural production and science with a variety and the environment. increasing and the industry needs professionals who are a diverse career in the agricultural or agribusiness sector.
of business disciplines, preparing you for entrepreneurial, ready to rise to the challenge. With developing opportunities Prepare for leadership roles in policy, research and strategic
management and leadership roles in the agricultural sector. – new markets, emerging technologies, globalisation of trade, management in a wide range of industry contexts
Career opportunities climate change and sustainability – agriculture has become
Career opportunities an increasingly complex and sophisticated industry.
Forge a career path in a range of exciting agriculture roles, Career opportunities
Agribusiness management is booming and agribusiness including agronomist, livestock production specialist, farm
manager, agricultural merchandise representative, advisory Career opportunities This course will prepare you for a range of leadership roles
career opportunities are diverse and challenging.
and technical consultant, extension officer and researcher. in agriculture, including agricultural consultant, agricultural
Employment opportunities range from farm management
When it comes to agricultural science jobs, this degree extension officer, or Landcare officer. You could move into
and the rural service industries of regional Australia to
international trade and finance activities undertaken by
study.csu.edu.au/agriculture offers a diverse range of career opportunities where advisory, policy or advocacy roles. Work in catchment
you could work alongside farmers, rural industries or management, agricultural education and training, executive
multinational corporations.
government. You could drive innovations to improve management, rural counselling, agricultural consultancy,
study.csu.edu.au/agribusiness productivity and sustainability through research or develop agricultural finance and natural resource management.
planning and policy to manage agricultural issues.
study.csu.edu.au/master-ag-science
study.csu.edu.au/ag-science

Agricultural and
wine sciences
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Bachelor of Occupational Bachelor of Paramedicine Bachelor of Pharmacy
Therapy
Enrolment information Enrolment information
Enrolment information Campus Bathurst, Port Macquarie Campus Orange

Campus Albury-Wodonga, Course duration 3 years Course duration 4 years


Port Macquarie
Session intake February Session intake February
Course duration 4 years
Additional criteria NA Additional criteria NA
Session intake February
Indicative yearly fee $32,800 Indicative yearly fee $33,600
Additional criteria NA
IELTS 7.0, no score lower than 6.5 IELTS 7.0, no score lower than 6.5
Indicative yearly fee $32,400
Study mode On campus, Online Study mode On campus
IELTS 6.5 with no score lower than 6.5
CRICOS 036176A CRICOS 022016K
Study mode On campus Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.

CRICOS 016828B
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.
Course description Course description
Are you passionate about helping people in their time of The Bachelor of Pharmacy from Charles Sturt University
Course description need? Do you thrive under pressure? If so, the Bachelor will prepare you to make a difference in a well-established
of Paramedicine from Charles Sturt University could be profession with expanding career prospects for the future.
If you’re looking to build a career that will enhance for you. As a first-line responder in the most critical of Pharmacists play a vital role in people’s health. Besides
people’s health and wellbeing, the Bachelor of circumstances, you’ll experience a dynamic and highly dispensing medication, you’ll work with the community,
Occupational Therapy from Charles Sturt University will rewarding career that makes a profound difference to providing advice and advocacy to people of all ages and
develop and inspire your passion to rise to challenges people’s lives. backgrounds.
and make a difference to people, their families and
communities.
Career opportunities Career opportunities
Career opportunities Paramedicine is a growing global career and your The Bachelor of Pharmacy will equip you to work in
qualifications will enable you to work as a paramedic in community pharmacies and hospitals and healthcare
Charles Sturt University’s Bachelor of Occupational emergency, ambulance and out-of-hospital healthcare settings in rural, regional and metropolitan communities.
Therapy has an excellent reputation in the industry, environments around the world.
and many of our graduates find employment soon study.csu.edu.au/pharmacy
after graduation. From aged-care facilities to early study.csu.edu.au/paramedicine
childhood centres and schools – you’ll be able to put
your occupational therapy skills to work with a diverse
range of community members and groups. You could also
lead community health services and health promotion by
working in mental health services, rehabilitation centres,
and drug and alcohol services.

study.csu.edu.au/occupational-therapy

Allied health and


pharmacy
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Bachelor of Physiotherapy Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine

Enrolment information Enrolment information


Campus Albury-Wodonga. Orange Campus Albury-Wodonga
or Port Macquarie
Course duration 4 years
Course duration 4 years
Session intake February
Session intake February
Additional criteria NA
Additional criteria NA
Indicative yearly fee $32,400
Indicative yearly fee $36,000
IELTS 6.5, no score lower than 6.5
IELTS A minimum overall academic
IELTS score of 7 Study mode On campus

Study mode On campus CRICOS 039051A


Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.
CRICOS 039053K
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.
Course description
Course description Graduates of Charles Sturt’s Bachelor of Podiatric
Medicine develop extensive knowledge and skills in
Passionate about physical health and wellbeing? Looking the assessment, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of
for a rewarding career helping people to feel their best? disorders of the feet and lower limbs.
With a proud history spanning two decades, the Bachelor
of Physiotherapy from Charles Sturt University has a
reputation for producing highly sought-after graduates Career opportunities
who have gone on to launch successful physiotherapy
careers. As a podiatrist, you can choose to work as an
independent practitioner or as part of a multidisciplinary
team with other health professionals.
Career opportunities
study.csu.edu.au/podiatry
You’ll find roles in hospitals, community health,
rehabilitation, aged care and sports therapy clinics.
Employment opportunities are also found in education,

Let’s chat online


management and research.

study.csu.edu.au/physio

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Bachelor of Animal Science Bachelor of Equine Science Bachelor of Veterinary Biology /
(with specialisation) Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Enrolment information
Campus Wagga Wagga Enrolment information Enrolment information
Course duration 4 years Campus Wagga Wagga Campus Wagga Wagga

Session intake February Course duration 3 years Course duration 6 years

Additional criteria NA Session intake February Session intake February

Indicative yearly fee $33,200 Additional criteria NA Additional criteria NA

IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 Indicative yearly fee $33,200 Indicative yearly fee $63,600

Study mode On campus IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 IELTS 7.0, no score lower than 7.0

CRICOS 068972G Study mode On campus, Study mode On campus


Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. CRICOS 012005G CRICOS 068968D
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.
Course description

Develop knowledge and skills in animal production, Course description Course description
management and welfare across a range of domestic
and wildlife animal species with the Bachelor of Animal Charles Sturt University’s Bachelor of Equine Science Charles Sturt University animal and veterinary sciences
Science from Charles Sturt University. You’ll receive (with specialisation) incorporates extensive theoretical graduates are distinguished by a passion for animals
comprehensive training and practical experience to and practical training in equine science to produce and animal welfare allied to the very latest scientific
prepare you for a career working with animals or in graduates equipped to work in a rapidly changing global knowledge, industry innovations and practical experience
animal-related industries. equine industry. in our world-class learning facilities.

Career opportunities Career opportunities Career opportunities

Animal-based careers include roles such as animal With a multitude of professional opportunities available Work in a veterinary clinic with animal owners, producers
nutritionist, behaviour consultancy, enterprise manager, across the growing equine industry, you’re building a and communities to provide veterinary services, such as
laboratory technician, animal education officer and animal lifelong career when you study the Bachelor of Equine medicine, surgery and optimising herd/flock health and
welfare officer. Science at Charles Sturt University. You’ll be prepared production.
to positively impact the management, health, welfare,
study.csu.edu.au/animal-science reproduction, nutrition, training and performance of study.csu.edu.au/vet-science
horses kept in traditional and contemporary systems.

study.csu.edu.au/equine

Animal and
veterinary sciences
28 Charles Sturt University International Guide 2023 29
Bachelor of Business Studies Bachelor of Accounting Master of Professional
Accounting (Professional
Enrolment information Enrolment information Practice)
Campus Port Macquarie Campus Port Macquarie

Course duration 1 year Course duration 3 years Enrolment information


Session intake February, July Session intake February, July Campus Port Macquarie

Additional criteria NA Additional criteria NA Course duration 2 years

Indicative yearly fee $29,680 Indicative yearly fee $29,680 Session intake February, July

IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 Additional criteria Non-accounting
undergraduate degree from a
Study mode On campus, Online Study mode On campus, Online recognised Australian tertiary
institution (or equivalent).
CRICOS 029254F CRICOS 074611E
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may Indicative yearly fee $32,000
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.

Course description IELTS 6.0 with no score below a 5.5


Course description (reading, speaking, listening)
The Bachelor of Accounting from Charles Sturt University and no score below 6.0 in
The Bachelor of Business Studies from Charles Sturt will provide you with the analytical, communication and Writing
University allows you to design your own degree – so leadership skills you need to become an in-demand
you can study a wide range of business subjects and business professional. Whatever industry you’d like to Study mode On campus
even combine subjects from other areas, including arts, work in and wherever you’d like to live, the Bachelor of
humanities and science. Accounting can take you there. CRICOS 107935H
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.

Career opportunities Career opportunities


Course description
As a graduate of the Bachelor of Business Studies, you’ll Accountants hold some of the most dynamic and
be able to embark on a broad range of careers – from influential positions in the world. That’s because every The Master of Professional Accounting (Professional
entrepeneur or business development manager, to organisation, in every industry – from agriculture to mining, Practice) from Charles Sturt University equips you
campaign manager or business marketing manager. Your from global finance to not-for-profits – relies on innovative with the knowledge and skills to successfully work in
skills will be in demand in private organisations of all sizes, people who can solve complex business problems. the accounting profession and provides you with the
as well as across government and not-for-profits. Accounting qualifications are also highly sought after in opportunity to gain valuable work experience and build
the community. Beyond your day job, you could contribute industry connections.
study.csu.edu.au/business-studies your expertise to a local community organisation through
a board or committee position, or another worthy cause This accounting course – designed specifically
close to your heart.  for international students – is ideal if you hold an
undergraduate degree in a non-accounting field and want
to move your career or add accounting expertise to your
study.csu.edu.au/accounting current role.

Career opportunities

Complete your master’s in accounting, and you can


explore many different career possibilities. Provide
auditing, advisory, taxation, management accounting or
financial reporting services to clients. Put your budgeting,
management accounting, auditing, reporting and analytical
skills to work in a business, not-for profit organisation or
government department – of any size.

study.csu.edu.au/master-profession-
al-accounting

Business
30 Charles Sturt University International Guide 2023 31
Master of Ministry Bachelor of Theology Master of Theology

Enrolment information Enrolment information Enrolment information


Campus Canberra, United Theological Campus Canberra, Ming Hua, United Campus Canberra, Ming Hua, United
College Theological College Theological College

Course duration 1.5 years Course duration 3 years Course duration 1.5 years

Session intake February, July Session intake February, July Session intake February, July

Additional criteria NA Additional criteria NA Additional criteria NA

Indicative yearly fee $21,680 Indicative yearly fee $21,680 Indicative yearly fee $21,680

IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 IELTS 6.5, no score lower than 6.0 IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5

Study mode On campus, Online Study mode On campus, Online Study mode On campus, Online

CRICOS 042758F (Canberra, United CRICOS 022012C (Canberra, United CRICOS 025512C (Canberra, United
Theological College) Theological College) Theological College)
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.

Course description Course description Course description


Designed for qualified ministers, pastoral workers, Taught from a faith-oriented perspective, the Bachelor The Master of Theology from Charles Sturt University
chaplains and church leaders, the Master of Ministry of Theology from Charles Sturt University will equip you offers depth and breadth in theological education. This
from Charles Sturt University develops your pastoral and for Christian ministry or leadership – and broaden your course builds on your previous theological study to help
ministry skills, and provides valuable opportunities for horizons. The course is theologically and biblically rich, you develop an in-depth understanding of major issues
professional development. You’ll develop a higher order vocationally oriented, and is integrated with practical in contemporary theology. It provides advanced critical
of critical, creative, scholarly and informed investigation of knowledge and skills in the theological disciplines and
experience.
the profession. their application to contemporary society and church.
This theology course can be studied online and on
campus in three study locations: Canberra, Sydney You’ll emerge from this theology degree with a sound
Career opportunities and Hong Kong. It also offers international study trips knowledge base, well-honed critical skills and a facility in
to deepen your appreciation of historical and cultural theological methodologies. You’ll develop an advanced
Whether you work in chaplaincy, ministry, church
dimensions of the Christian tradition. knowledge of at least one major theological sub-
leadership or pastoral and aged care – or you aspire to do
so – Charles Sturt University’s Master of Ministry will equip discipline. This course can also provide a pathway to
research studies in theology.
you with the professional knowledge and skills to succeed. Career opportunities
The skills and attributes you gain in the Bachelor of Career opportunities
Theology are valued in a broad range of careers. This
theology degree can lead to ordained ministry in either You could work in church leadership with other religious
the Anglican or Uniting Church, or chaplaincy in a variety leaders in the community to support and enhance
of institutional settings, such as schools, military, prisons, community engagement in the activities of various
police, ambulance, hospital, trade and industry. You could churches and faiths. There are also opportunities to
work in the social welfare arms of charities and the church, develop and implement research projects to build
including overseas development aid, communication critical perspectives across Christian ministry, its history
functions and pastoral care. The generalist skills and and practice. You could also choose to analyse and
specialist vocational training provided by this course improve models of mission and evangelism to build a
are also transferable to many other fields where you contemporary approach to mission relevant to cultural
work closely with individuals and communities, including and ecclesial contexts. The Master of Theology is also

Christian
education and counselling. a pathway to further study; the degree equips you to
undertake research at the master’s and PhD levels.
study.csu.edu.au/theology

theology
study.csu.edu.au/master-theology

and ministry
32 Charles Sturt University International Study Guide 2023 33
The world becomes your Bachelor of Environmental Bachelor of Social Work Bachelor of Arts
classroom Science and Management (with specialisations)
Ready to take your learning into the real-world? (with specialisations) Enrolment information
And when we say real world – we really mean it. Campus Wagga Wagga Enrolment information
As Australia’s largest regional university, we’re
located within some of the country’s most beautiful Enrolment information Course duration 4 years Campus Bathurst, Wagga Wagga
and untouched natural environments. So whether
you’re an on-campus or an online student, you’ll Campus Albury-Wodonga, Session intake February Course duration 3 years
have the chance to get some dust on your boots Port Macquarie
and dirt on your hands. Additional criteria NA Session intake February, July
Course duration 3 years
Both our Albury-Wodonga and Port Macquarie Indicative yearly fee $27,920 Additional criteria NA
campuses have access to protected areas, rivers, Session intake February, July
lakes, hiking and mountain bike trails, caves and IELTS 7.0, no score lower than 7.0 Indicative yearly fee $21,280
cliffs. Albury-Wodonga also has a local alpine area, Additional criteria NA
while Port Macquarie is home to marine and coastal Study mode On campus, Online IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5
environments. Indicative yearly fee $31,600
CRICOS 025159D Study mode On campus, Online
Studying online? Don’t worry, you’ll have a chance IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
to become one with nature too. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. CRICOS 000649C
There are opportunities to undertake expeditions to Study mode On campus, Online Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.
areas such as the Australian Alps, Mungo National Course description
Park and the Sturt Desert. You could also complete CRICOS 103015C
practical placements anywhere from the Tasmanian Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. The Bachelor of Social Work from Charles Sturt University, Course description
wilderness to Australia's far north. available online or on campus, gives you the skills you
need to help people from all walks of life understand and Prepare yourself for the workforce with the ultimate skill set.
Course description improve their personal and social wellbeing. As a qualified When you study the Bachelor of Arts from Charles Sturt
social worker, you will make a difference in the lives of University, you combine traditional humanities knowledge
Our natural landscapes face challenges like never before. and skills, such as critical thinking, with professional
individuals, families, groups and communities.
We need innovative custodians of the land, its biodiversity specialisations and transferable employability skills.
and its heritage. Would you like to play a part in improving
the health of ecosystems, human welfare and our planet? Career opportunities
Make it happen with the Bachelor of Environmental Career opportunities
Science and Management (with specialisations) from Our social work degree will equip you to work with a diverse
Charles Sturt University. range of individuals, groups and communities in a variety of Be adaptable in the workplace by choosing to combine
settings to make a difference to their quality of life. professional areas from our 11 specialisations. Bring
psychology and teaching together, sociology and justice
Career opportunities study.csu.edu.au/social-work studies, or integrate history with writing and publishing.
You’ll be exactly what employers are looking for.
A career in environmental science and management
is incredibly rewarding, as you work to overcome study.csu.edu.au/arts
environmental challenges – in Australia or overseas – and
help ecosystems and communities grow and flourish.

study.csu.edu.au/enviro-science-
management

Humanities, social
Environmental work and human
sciences services
34 Charles Sturt University International Guide 2023 35
Graduate Diploma of Bachelor of Information Master of Professional
Professional Information Technology (with Information Technology (with
Technology (with specialisations) specialisations) specialisations)

Enrolment information Enrolment information Enrolment information


Campus Port Macquarie Campus Port Macquarie Campus Port Macquarie

Course duration 1 year Course duration 3 years Course duration 2 years

Session intake February, July Session intake February, July Session intake February, July

Additional criteria NA Additional criteria NA Additional criteria NA

Indicative yearly fee $33,920 Indicative yearly fee $31,200 Indicative yearly fee $33,920

IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5

Study mode On Campus Study mode On campus, Online Study mode On campus

CRICOS 1622PI CRICOS 012006F CRICOS 107953F


Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.

Course description Course description Course description


The Graduate Diploma of Professional Information Accredited by the Australian Computer Society, the The Master of Professional Information Technology
Technology from Charles Sturt University is taught by Bachelor of Information Technology (with specialisations) from Charles Sturt University will put you at the cutting
industry leaders, so you get the skills and knowledge to at Charles Sturt University gives you a comprehensive edge of the IT industry - where employers need you to
advance your technical career. understanding of fields across the entire IT industry. You be. Designed specifically for international students, this
can also choose to specialise in an area that fires your course gives you all the fundamental tech skills you need
Career opportunities imagination and fits your career goals. Choose from: – and you’ll be able to choose a specialisation in an in-
Cyber Security, Network Engineering, Software and demand area, such as data science, artificial intelligence,
Application Development, and Web Development. cyber security, networking or software development.
IT offers endless career prospects. You’ll be well
positioned to explore various roles in IT.
Career opportunities
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma, Career opportunities
students will be eligible for admission to the Master of With an industry-aligned master’s in information
Professional Information Technology and receive credit for As an IT professional, you could be involved in developing technology, you’ll open up a world of career opportunities.
applicable subjects. business protocols and processes such as databases and You could work as a network engineer, software developer
back-up systems, and computer applications to support or database administrator. You could choose to work as
Contact us for more information these. Positions exist in large and small companies, or you a data analyst or work as cyber security professional to
could provide services on a consultancy basis. help secure IT infrastructure. You may also utilise your
knowledge of AI and big data technologies while working
study.csu.edu.au/it as an AI expert.

study.csu.edu.au/master-professional-it

Information technology,
computing and
mathematics
36 Charles Sturt University International Guide 2023 37
Bachelor of Dental Science Bachelor of Oral Health Bachelor of Medical Radiation
(Therapy and Hygiene) Science (with specialisations)
Enrolment information
Campus Orange Enrolment information Enrolment information
Course duration 5 years Campus Wagga Wagga Campus Wagga Wagga, Port Macquarie,
Please note: the radiation
Session intake February Course duration 3 years therapy specialisation is not
available in Port Macquarie
Additional criteria NA Session intake February
Course duration 4 years
Indicative yearly fee $63,600 Additional criteria NA
Session intake February
IELTS 7.0, no score lower than 6.5 Indicative yearly fee $39,200
Additional criteria NA
Study mode On campus IELTS 7.0, no score lower than 6.5
Indicative yearly fee $33,600
CRICOS 074610F Study mode On campus
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may IELTS 6.5, no score lower than 6.0
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. CRICOS 077426D
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.
Study mode On campus
Course description
CRICOS 071461E
If you have a real desire to improve people’s health,
Course description Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.
wellbeing and enjoyment of life, dentistry may be the ideal
The fully accredited Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy
career for you. The fully accredited Bachelor of Dental
and Hygiene) from Charles Sturt University qualifies Course description
Science from Charles Sturt University qualifies you for
you to work as an oral health therapist in Australia. As a
registration as a dental practitioner in all Australian states
graduate, you’ll help combat the national chronic shortage Medical radiation science is a diverse, challenging and
and territories.
of oral health professionals, while also making a valuable progressive field that combines science, health and
contribution to the health of your community. anatomy/physiology. The Bachelor of Medical Radiation
Career opportunities Science from Charles Sturt University offers you the
Career opportunities theoretical knowledge and professional skills to practise
Charles Sturt University’s dental science graduates as a qualified medical radiation scientist. Taught by
contribute to combating the chronic shortage of dental industry-based professionals, this medical radiation
and oral health workers Australia-wide. Once you’re As soon as you graduate from the Bachelor of Oral
science degree has a high success rate in industry
registered as a dentist, your job prospects are excellent. Health (Therapy and Hygiene), you can register with the
employment. You can choose to specialise in one of the
Most  dentistry students know if they have a graduate Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
following areas: diagnostic radiography, nuclear medicine
position by December of their final year. Pursue a career in general or specialist dental practice,
and molecular imagery or radiation therapy.
public sector dental health, Australian defence forces
study.csu.edu.au/dental (Army, Navy or Air Force), hospital dental clinics, education
or research. Career opportunities
study.csu.edu.au/oral-health Become a diagnostic radiographer / medical imaging
technologist and produce images of the structure of
the body to assist medical diagnosis, guide treatment
and help with medical decision-making. A career in
nuclear medicine and molecular imaging is a fascinating
intersection of radiation physics, radiopharmaceutical
sciences, radiochemistry, human biology, pathophysiology,
biomedical engineering, computer science, data analytics
(radiomics and artificial intelligence), communication
and patient care; high tech life-saving and life-changing
healthcare. As a radiation therapist you’ll use advanced
computer software to design treatment for cancer
patients. Then you’ll engage advanced technologies to
implement treatment plans. Branch out and specialise in
areas such as tomotherapy and IMRT.

Medical science
study.csu.edu.au/med-radiation

and dentistry
38 Charles Sturt University International Guide 2023 39
Empowering you to Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Criminal Justice Bachelor of Policing and
make the world a better Public Safety
place Enrolment information Enrolment information
Coming to study at Charles Sturt from the Campus Albury-Wodonga, Campus Port Macquarie Enrolment information
Philippines, Charlize is following in the footsteps of Wagga Wagga, Bathurst,
her family to make a difference in the community. Course duration 3 years Campus Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie
“I wanted to contribute to the rural healthcare field. Session intake February, July Course duration 3 years
Since my parents are nurses, they have always Course duration 3 years
provided me with insights into this field of work. Additional criteria NA Session intake February, July
Session intake February, July
“And I like the peacefulness when it comes to Please note: July intake is for Additional criteria NA
Indicative yearly fee $24,880
studying at Charles Sturt, with our campuses Bathurst only
surrounded by nature. Studying in a regional area IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 Indicative yearly fee $23,680
with limited distractions enables me to feel more Additional criteria NA
involved with my education.” Study mode On campus IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5
Indicative yearly fee $30,800
She finds the hands-on exercises using Study mode On campus
CRICOS 022895G
mannequins and real-life simulations very useful, IELTS 7.0, no score lower than 7.0
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
allowing her to collaborate with her peers. vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. CRICOS 103014D
Study mode On campus
Her advice to fellow students? Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.
CRICOS 010599C, 0101019 Course description
“Know that you are able to get through the
challenges in this rewarding field and make a Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. Learn about crime and its solutions. The Bachelor of Course description
difference in the lives of others.” Criminal Justice from Charles Sturt University enables you
to become a leader in making your community safer and a Think policing, think the Bachelor of Policing and Public
Course description Safety from Charles Sturt University. It’s your opportunity to
better place to live.
prepare for a career in a dynamic and exciting profession.
The Bachelor of Nursing from Charles Sturt University
This degree is available online and on campus and has
has led the way for nurses for more than 30 years. Career opportunities
been designed in collaboration with the police to provide a
Our undergraduate students are part of the university’s
solid foundation of knowledge and skills for those wishing
proud nursing tradition, joining the ranks of Charles Sturt Charles Sturt’s Bachelor of Criminal Justice prepares you to
to enter this constantly evolving field.
University graduates across Australia who are known work in diverse criminal, social justice and law enforcement
for their resilience, versatility and adaptability. You’ll fields. Put your skills to work in policing or criminal and In particular, for those wishing to join the NSW Police Force
graduate industry-ready and prepared for your role as social justice research and policy. Explore opportunities in (you must be an Australian citizen or permanent Australian
a registered nurse. probation and parole or juvenile justice. resident and meet NSW Police Force requirements), this
degree offers the opportunity to complete the bachelor’s
study.csu.edu.au/crim-justice while also completing the Associate Degree in Policing
Career opportunities Practice.

Charles Sturt University’s Bachelor of Nursing graduates


are recognised for their critical thinking, diversity and Career opportunities
professionalism. Many Charles Sturt University-educated
nurses have received overseas recognition and now work While Charles Sturt’s Bachelor of Policing and Public Safety
internationally. course is policing/law enforcement focused, it can also
prepare you to work in related fields, such as corrections,
probation and parole, and juvenile and social justice.
study.csu.edu.au/nursing
study.csu.edu.au/policing-public-safety

Policing, law,
security, customs
and emergency
Nursing management
40 Charles Sturt University International Guide 2023 41
Bachelor of Psychology Bachelor of Social Science Bachelor of Education
(Psychology) (Early Childhood and Primary)
Enrolment information
Campus Port Macquarie Enrolment information Enrolment information
Course duration 4 years Campus Port Macquarie Campus Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst,
Wagga Wagga
Session intake February Course duration 3 years
Course duration 4 years
Additional criteria NA Session intake February, July, November
Session intake February
Indicative yearly fee $27,440 Additional criteria NA
Additional criteria NA
IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5 Indicative yearly fee $27,440
Indicative yearly fee $24,640
Study mode On campus IELTS 6.0, no score lower than 5.5
IELTS 7.5 with no score lower than
CRICOS 025518G Study mode On campus 7 in reading and writing, and
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may a score of no less than 8 in
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. CRICOS 011994F speaking and listening
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress. Study mode On campus
Course description
CRICOS 017967E
Explore human behaviour while gaining an understanding Course description
Tuition fees are for the current year only and are subject to change annually and may
of people’s wellbeing with the Bachelor of Psychology vary based on enrolment patterns and academic progress.
from Charles Sturt University. Psychologists can be both The Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) from Charles
health professionals and scientists, undertaking research Sturt University offers fascinating insights into human
Course description
and gaining insights into human behaviour and mental nature relevant to every community, career and workplace.
processes.  A popular field of study focusing on human behaviour and
The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)
wellbeing, psychology offers interventions and strategies from Charles Sturt University develops professional
to help solve people’s social and behavioural problems teachers who can support, engage and teach young
Career opportunities and enhance their welfare. children in their most formative years. Become qualified to
teach children from birth to age 12 as an early childhood
A four-year psychology course opens up many career
Career opportunities and primary school teacher – and make a real difference.
pathways. This degree is also a stepping stone to the
further study and training required to become a registered
psychologist.  Provide counselling services through social welfare
Career opportunities
positions in education or correctional facilities. Work with
study.csu.edu.au/psych large and small companies or consulting firms to provide
Becoming a teacher with this bachelor’s degree gives you
human resource support, or conduct market research to the opportunity to play a key role in the development of
help develop and sell new products. Alternatively, use young people, with the potential to expand your horizons
your skills to shape social policy through research and within and beyond the classroom.
analysis.
study.csu.edu.au/early-childhood
study.csu.edu.au/social-science-psych

Teaching and
Psychology education
42 Charles Sturt University International Study Guide 2023 43
Study online
Graduate Certificate in Human Services Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathology) Doctor of Philosophy (Science - Lab
Graduate Certificate in Leadership in Master of Advanced Medical Radiation Based)
Human Services (with specialisations) Practice Doctor of Philosophy (Science - Non Lab
Master of Advanced Social Work Practice Master of Medical Science (with Based)
Master of Ageing and Health specialisation) Master of Philosophy (Lab Based)
Master of Leadership in Human Services Master of Philosophy (Non Lab Based
(with specialisations) Nursing, midwifery and Indigenous
Master of Philosophy (Arts and Education) health Teaching and education
Charles Sturt University is Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Master of Project Management Master of Social Work (Professional Master of Nursing (with specialisations Bachelor of Education (Birth to 5 Years)
Business Management Master of Social and Organisational Qualifying)
Australia’s most experienced Master of Agricultural Business Leadership (with specialisations)
Bachelor of Educational Studies
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provider of online education. Management Doctor of Business Administration Doctor of Social Work emergency management specialisations)
Every year, more than Doctor of Philosophy (Business, Justice Bachelor of Border Management Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary with
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Bachelor of Emergency Management specialisations)
Based) Graduate Certificate in Audiovisual
and postgraduate programs specialisations)
Archiving Bachelor of Policing Graduate Certificate in Inclusive Education
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or single subjects through specialisations) Christian theology and ministry
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education program. Our specialisations) Bachelor of Theology (Honours)
Graduate Certificate in Anti-Money Graduate Diploma of Adult Language,
students can choose to Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies
Information technology, Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing Literacy and Numeracy
Animal and veterinary sciences Graduate Diploma of Theological Studies Graduate Certificate in Customs Master of Education (with specialisations)
study from anywhere in computing and mathematics
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Bachelor of Applied Research (Honours)
the world by undertaking (with specialisations)
Master of Ministry Graduate Certificate in Fraud and Financial specialisations)
Graduate Diploma of Ornithology Bachelor of Computer Science
a flexible, professionally Master of Theology (with specialisations)
Crime Master of International Education (School
Graduate Certificate in Intelligence Analysis Leadership)
recognised Charles Sturt Business
Doctor of Theology Bachelor of Information Technology (with
Master of Teaching (Primary with
specialisations) Graduate Certificate in Leadership and
degree online. Bachelor of Accounting Management (Policing and Security) specialisations)
Communication and creative Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial
Bachelor of Business (with specialisations) Graduate Certificate in Terrorism and Master of Teaching (Secondary with
industries Intelligence
specialisations)
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Security Studies
Graduate Diploma of Anti-Money
offers internationally Graduate Certificate in Applied Business specialisatons) Science
Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing
Graduate Certificate in Applied Digital Graduate Certificate in Communication Graduate Certificate in Cloud Computing
recognised qualifications Marketing and Virtualisation Graduate Diploma of Customs
Graduate Certificate in Digital
through an online learning Graduate Certificate in Business Communication Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career
Administration
Transition) Graduate Diploma of Ethics and Legal
platform that gives our Administration Master of Communication (with
Studies
Graduate Certificate in Business specialisations) Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security
online students an Administration (Computing) Graduate Certificate in Mathematics
Graduate Diploma of Fraud and Financial
experience that is as Crime
Graduate Certificate in Business Data Environmental sciences Graduate Certificate in Networking and Charles Sturt University can help
Analytics Graduate Diploma of Intelligence Analysis
academically rigorous and Bachelor of Environmental Science and Systems Administration
Graduate Diploma of Investigations
you get the degree you have
Graduate Certificate in Finance Management (with specialisations) Graduate Diploma of Mathematics always wanted, without having
as interactive as on-campus Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Graduate Diploma of Leadership and to leave home.
Bachelor of Geospatial Science Master of Cloud Computing and
study, with excellent Management
Graduate Certificate in Fish Conservation Virtualisation
Management (Policing and Security)

teacher–student and Graduate Certificate in Organisational and Management Master of Cyber Security
Graduate Diploma of Terrorism and Security study.csu.edu.au/
Change Studies
peer interaction. Another Graduate Certificate in Organisational
Master of Environmental Management Master of Networking and Systems
Master of Anti-Money Laundering and international/study-with-
Master of GIS and Remote Sensing Administration
important advantage of Coaching and Leadership
Doctor of Information Technology
Counter Terrorist Financing us/online
Graduate Certificate in Project Master of Customs Administration
Charles Sturt’s flexibility Exercise and sports sciences
Management Master of Emergency Management
is that generous credit is Bachelor of Exercise (Honours) Islamic and Arabic studies
Graduate Certificate in Social and Master of Fraud and Financial Crime
Bachelor of Islamic Studies
awarded for previous study. Organisational Leadership Graduate Certificate in Health Management Master of Intelligence Analysis
Graduate Diploma of Accounting and Leadership Bachelor of Islamic Studies (Honours)
Master of Investigations
Graduate Diploma of Applied Business Master of Health Management and Graduate Certificate in Classical Arabic
Charles Sturt Univeristy Leadership Graduate Certificate in Islamic Studies
Master of Leadership and Management
Graduate Diploma of Finance (Policing and Security)
degree’s offered online Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning
Bachelor of Food Science and Nutrition Graduate Certificate in Islam, Culture and Master of Terrorism and Security Studies
include: Graduate Diploma of Organisational
Society
Doctor of Public Safety
Coaching and Leadership Humanities, social sork and Graduate Certificate in Islamic Psychology
human services Graduate Diploma of Classical Arabic
Agricultural and wine sciences Graduate Diploma of Project Management Psychology
Bachelor of Arts (with specialisations) Graduate Diploma of Islamic Studies
Associate Degree in Farm Production Master of Applied Business (with Bachelor of Psychology
specialisations) Bachelor of Arts and Social Science Graduate Diploma of Islam, Culture and
Bachelor of Agricultural Business (Honours) Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)
Master of Applied Digital Marketing Society
Management Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)
Bachelor of Human Services (with Master of Classical Arabic
Bachelor of Agricultural Science Master of Applied Finance (Honours)
specialisations)
Master of Business Administration Master of Islamic Studies
Bachelor of Agriculture Bachelor of Liberal Studies (Arts) Graduate Diploma of Psychology
(Computing) (with specialisations) Master of Islamic Studies (Research)
Bachelor of Horticulture Bachelor of Social Work Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology
Master of Business Administration (with Master of Islam, Culture and Society
Bachelor of Viticulture Graduate Certificate in Ageing and Health Science
specialisations)
Bachelor of Wine Business Graduate Certificate in Arts and Social Bachelor of Science
Master of Human Resource Management Medical science and dentistry
Bachelor of Wine Science Science Research Bachelor of Science (Honours)

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• Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene)

Admission Undergraduate
Applicants who have completed secondary school outside
Australia will require a competitive pass in a recognised
Competitive entry courses
Competitive entry courses have early application
deadlines. These include undergraduate degrees in dental
• Bachelor of Paramedicine
• Bachelor of Pharmacy

requirements
• Bachelor of Physiotherapy
matriculation examination equivalent to an Australian Year science, physiotherapy and veterinary science. They may
12. You should submit a certified copy of your highest level involve longer turnaround times due to the assessment of • Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine
of secondary school results to support your application for additional criteria. If applicants are deemed to be equally • Bachelor of Social Work
admission. The programs and scores currently recognised eligible for admission and limited places are available,
• Bachelor of Veterinary Biology /
for entry are available on pages 52-54. If your qualification is offers of admission will be made in order of application
Academic qualifications not listed, we encourage you to apply and we will assess your
application individually.
received date. Please check the course web page for
specific information.
Bachelor of Veterinary Science
• Master of Professional Accounting (Professional
Practice)
Applicants who have completed secondary school in
For specific requirements, visit:
Australia require one of: Australian Higher School Certificate
study.csu.edu.au/international/apply/course-entry/
(Year 12) with an ATAR (or interstate equivalent) appropriate
english-language-requirements
to the course, Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TAFE) with Internet access
satisfactory completion or the International Baccalaureate Higher Degrees by Research require one of the following:
As the online environment is integrated into all aspects
Diploma.
of student life, the university expects that all students will
• an Academic IELTS with a minimum overall score of 6.5
have ongoing access to an internet-connected computer
, with no score below 6.0 in each of the individual skill
capable of communicating with Charles Sturt University’s
areas
online systems.
Postgraduate • a TOEFL test result with a minimum overall score of 577
(Computerised 233) with a score of at least 5.0 in the
For admission at postgraduate level, you will be required Test for Written English
to hold a recognised bachelor’s degree equivalent to an
Australian bachelor’s degree or qualifications deemed to English proficiency requirements • an internet-based TOEFL score of 90 with a writing
be equivalent. score of 24.
Applicants who have completed formal studies at higher
secondary or tertiary level in American Samoa, Australia, For more information, visit
Botswana, Canada, Fiji, Ghana, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, study.csu.edu.au/international/apply/course-entry/
Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Papua New english-language-requirements
Higher Degrees by Research Guinea, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Tonga,
Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom (inc. Northern
For admission to postgraduate research programs, you will be Ireland), United States of America, Zambia or Zimbabwe
required to hold a recognised bachelor’s degree equivalent to may be considered to have met the English proficiency
an Australian bachelor’s degree or qualifications deemed to requirements for admission. All other applicants must have
English language studies
be equivalent. Your academic performance at the bachelor’s one of: Students who do not meet the university’s English
level will be assessed as part of the admissions process. language proficiency requirements may wish to undertake
Applicants are also required to submit a 300-word research • an Academic IELTS (International English Language their English language studies in Australia. Please check
proposal outlining the intended area of research. For more Testing System) overall score of at least 6.0 with no online to confirm which English language courses are
information about our research programs, see page 17. score below 5.5 approved for admission into Charles Sturt University.
• a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Charles Sturt University recognises the following English
internet-based score of 80 and writing score of 25
language programs for direct entry into courses with an
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic score of 54 IELTS 6.0 requirement:
Advanced standing and credit with a minimum of 46 in all communicative skills.
At Charles Sturt, we provide a number of admission pathways • Ability
If you have taken an English language proficiency test not
that enable you to study with us. These pathways include listed above, you may still meet the English proficiency • Canberra Institute of Technology
alliances and networks with a range of education providers requirements; however, you will need to check the Charles
around the world to recognise programs for entry and • Chisholm Institute of TAFE
To be eligible for admission to a Charles Sturt University ELP Concordance Table at
Sturt University degree, you must satisfy credit. If we don’t have an existing credit agreement for your study.csu.edu.au/international/apply/course-entry/ • International House
both the academic and English proficiency qualification, please apply directly to us, include your previous english-language-requirements
academic transcripts, and your credit for prior study will be • Macquarie English
requirements.
assessed individually. English test results must not be more than two years old. • Navitas
For on-campus study, you must also satisfy
the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) To find out about formal credit package arrangements, visit Note: The following courses have a higher English • Strathfield College
requirements of the Australian Government. study.csu.edu.au/rpl proficiency requirement. • Sydney College of English
In line with the Admissions Policy and
• Bachelor of Communication (with specialisations) • UTS Insearch.
Procedure, international applicants intending
to study in Australia on a student visa must be • Bachelor of Dental Science For more information, visit
at least 18 years old at the time of accepting Additional admission requirements • Bachelor of Education (Birth to Five Years) study.csu.edu.au/international/apply/course-entry/
their offer of admission. english-language-requirements
Some courses have additional admission requirements, which • Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)*
The admissions policy is available on the may include interviews or supplementary application forms. • Bachelor of Health and Rehabilitation Science
Charles Sturt University website These are detailed on the online course brochure for each
• Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science
course.
about.csu.edu.au/our-university/
• Bachelor of Nursing
publications-policy/policy study.csu.edu.au/courses
• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
study.csu.edu.au/contact-us

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How to apply
1. Apply online or via an international agent • comprehensive information about Charles Sturt (campuses, 3. Accepting your offer and paying
study options, courses, fees, application process, etc.)
Once both you and Charles Sturt Admissions are satisfied you
• submitting an online Application for Admission form to have completed all of the additional requirements, you can accept
Pre-departure information
You can apply online at Charles Sturt, including supporting documentation your Offer of Admission by signing and dating the Acceptance of International students studying on campus in Australia need to
apply.csu.edu.au
• visa applications to the Australian Government. Offer letter and returning it to the Charles Sturt Admissions Office know some important information that will make your transition as
by the due date shown on your Offer of Admission. Please be sure smooth as possible.
For a list of our agents please visit to read all web pages referred to in your offer, including our refund
(For some countries Charles Sturt University requires you to study.csu.edu.au/international/study-options/ policy and details about accommodation on campus. study.csu.edu.au/international/study-options/australia/
apply via an education agent.) in-your-country/agents preparing
The final step in accepting your Offer of Admission is to send
Applying for credit payment of your required tuition fee (as outlined in your Offer of
What documents to bring to Australia
Attach the following documents: Admission or found at study.csu.edu.au/international/apply/fees-
The university does not expect students to repeat study costs) and mandatory visa-length Overseas Student Health Cover. Before you obtain your visa, start at Charles Sturt or find work
• certified copies*, together with English translations, of your completed to an acceptable standard at a recognised You will need to accept your offer first before making payment. in Australia, we recommend that you put together a file or folder
higher secondary school results and/or your academic university or college, or to study subjects in which they are For more information visit containing all your relevant important documents.
transcripts for each year of tertiary study already competent because of work or other experience. You
should indicate on your Application for Admission if you are my-offer.csu.edu.au It would also be helpful to obtain and include in this folder the
• certified* copy of your Certificate of Completion for all tertiary required official English translations of these documents.
applying for credit. You will also need to meet any conditions outlined in the offer
study
To have your application assessed for credit, you will need to before electronic Confirmation of Enrolment can be issued. Include the following:
• certified* copy of any other official certificates, such as short
provide a certified copy in English of your academic transcript, my-offer.csu.edu.au/conditions-of-offer • valid passports and student visa (and photocopies)
courses and diplomas
a description of the grading system and a description of all the
• evidence of your English language proficiency results, for subjects completed, taken from the institution’s official handbook. Please note that there are conditions relating to interruption of • Offer of Admission and other material sent to you by Charles
example IELTS or TOEFL studies. Sturt University
The university will advise you of your credit once the assessment
• certified copies* of your passport. has been finalised. For more information about deferral of offers or study, as well as • original IELTS (Academic) test results
conditions relating to interruption of studies, please consult the
* For details about who is authorised to certify copies of For more information, visit University Admissions Policy and Academic Progress Policy • certified copies of personal papers, including academic
your documents, visit study.csu.edu.au/rpl transcripts and any educational or work qualifications
study.csu.edu.au/apply/process about.csu.edu.au/our-university/publications-policy/policy you have already completed
TAFE-articulated programs • identification papers such as a birth certificate, driver’s
licence from your own country, proof of citizenship,
On each page of the document the authorised person must If you are applying for a TAFE-articulated program, check the
international driver’s permit, marriage or change of name
write ‘This is a true copy of the original document sighted by me’. course web page at study.csu.edu.au/courses for details of the
On the first page they must sign, and print the following details: approved TAFE qualifications required for entry. You may need to 4. Once you have accepted – the next steps certificate (where relevant)

name, address, business hours telephone number, profession/ provide documentation from your TAFE institution to support your • documents relating to any prior study
occupation or organisation, and the date verified. They must application. Log on to the Charles Sturt University website
• credit cards
include the official stamp or seal of the verifier’s organisation on
student.csu.edu.au
the copy if the organisation has such a stamp. • medical records, immunisation records and school/university
To access the many Charles Sturt services available, you will need records of all accompanying family members
In addition to the above, if the verifier is a Justice of the Peace,
a login ID and password. To obtain your login ID and password you
they must also print their registration number and the state in 2. Offer need to visit the website and click on the link ‘Activate my Login’.
• marriage certificate if your spouse is accompanying you
which they are registered. Unless specified, do not send originals.
If you meet the entry requirements, you will receive a formal Offer • receipts for goods (e.g. computers, cameras) you may bring
This information provides you with details on how you can ‘get
Some courses require additional documentation such as a of Admission (provisional, conditional or unconditional) by email. with you to Australia, to assist with assessment of customs
online’ with Charles Sturt University, whether you are currently
portfolio, research proposal, questionnaire, referee reports and/ This will provide information on the course of offer, starting date duty / sales tax.
considering a university offer or you have already accepted a
or verification of your employment details. You should check the and payment of fees. Make sure you have read and understood place and are ready to get started.
course description on the online course brochure for additional the details of your Offer of Admission before you commence the
documents that may be required. process of accepting.
Charles Sturt University Orientation
Note: Charles Sturt University does not charge an application fee. All students may be required to have an interview assessment to
determine whether you are a genuine temporary entrant (GTE) to A thorough orientation is essential for successful study at Charles
Upload your supporting documents when completing your Sturt. The time between accepting your offer and the start of your
Australia. For more information, visit
online application. first session is the perfect time to access Charles Sturt’s online
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/
visa-listing/student-500 orientation to make sure you’re ready to start your study at Charles
Applying via a Charles Sturt Univerity international Sturt University.
education agent As part of the GTE requirements, you will be required to
undertake a GTE assessment. The GTE form will be emailed to If you are studying on campus in Australia, you will also have a full
Orientation program the week before classes start.
Charles Sturt University has formal agreements with international you once you’ve successfully submitted your application. Having trouble with your
recruitment agents (education agents) in Australia and overseas. This will give you the chance to start meeting academics and
Information on how to formally accept Charles Sturt’s Offer of
other students in your course, take part in social activities and find
application?
These representatives are trained to assist with: Admission will be provided in your Offer of Admission.
out more about your course requirements. Did you know?
csu.edu.au/division/student-services/student-skills/ You can visit one of our approved
orientation agent offices to help you with your
application.
study.csu.edu.au/international/
study-options/in-your-country/
agents

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How to apply Useful websites
(Higher Degrees by Research)
Charles Sturt essential
Accommodation off campus accommodation.csu.edu.au/off-campus
Accommodation on campus accommodation.csu.edu.au/home

1. Choose your course Alumni csu.edu.au/alumni


Charles Sturt University offers a range of Higher Degrees Applying to Charles Sturt study.csu.edu.au/international/apply
by Research you can tailor to suit your needs and
Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) study.csu.edu.au/rpl
interests, including the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) across
our three faculties: Arts and Education; Business, Justice Disability support service about.csu.edu.au/our-university/ethos/disability-services
and Behavioural Sciences; and Science.
Online study at Charles Sturt study.csu.edu.au/online
Contact the Sub-Dean of Graduate Studies directly if
you know the faculty of your interest. This will give you Fees, financial advice and assistance study.csu.edu.au/international/apply/fees-costs
an opportunity to discuss your research topic and gain
International recruitment agents study.csu.edu.au/international/study-options/in-your-
advice to improve your chances of being accepted for
country/agents
candidacy.
research.csu.edu.au/contact-us Joint TAFE / Charles Sturt study study.csu.edu.au/study-options/pathways/tafe-vet-
admission-pathways
Library services csu.edu.au/library

2. Applying Orientation csu.edu.au/division/student-services/student-skills/orientation

You can apply online at Research csu.edu.au/research-csu


apply.csu.edu.au Scholarships study.csu.edu.au/scholarships
When you apply for a Higher Degree by Research, it is
advised that you detail your proposed research project as
this will be required by the faculty once your application is
received. You can apply at any time.

On-campus study locations


Albury-Wodonga alburycity.nsw.gov.au
3. Your application is assessed
Bathurst bathurstregion.com.au
Your faculty’s Associate or Sub-Dean of Graduate
Studies will consider your eligibility and the availability Canberra visitcanberra.com.au
of a supervisory team for your project. If your project is
Holmesglen: Chadstone − TAFE campus holmesglen.edu.au
deemed eligible and there is adequate supervision, the
principal supervisor will complete a faculty admission Port Macquarie portmacquarieinfo.com.au
recommendation form and submit it to the Research
Office for university approval. If successful you will then Orange orange.nsw.gov.au
be made an Offer of Admission. Parramatta cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au
Wagga Wagga visitwagga.com
Useful tip
Consider scanning copies of
your important documents
and emailing them to
yourself. Other
This will give you access Department of Home Affairs homeaffairs.gov.au
to key information from
anywhere in the world, Study in Australia studyinaustralia.gov.au
and may make it easier
to arrange replacement
documents if your hard
copies are lost or damaged.

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International admissions matrix
On-campus courses only

Course
Campus
Intake
ATAR
2023 Annual Fee (AUD)
CRICOS
IELTS Overall Score
Singapore – A Levels Certificate
Malaysia – MICSS/UEC
Sri Lanka – GCE A Levels
India – ISC
India – AISSC
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Hong Kong – HKDSE
Hong Kong – ALEa,b,d
Malaysia – STPM 3 Subjects
Malaysia – STPM 4 Subjects
United Kingdom – GCE
OSSD with University Preparation
Courses (2003 and onwards)
Vietnam – Year 12 GPA (Selected
Schools)
Vietnam – Year 12 A1:V54 (Other
Schools)
South Africa – National Senior
Certificate (2008 onwards)

Charles Sturt University


B Accounting PM Feb, July 60 $29,680 074611E 6 7 66 3 60 7.5 24 13 2 4 6.5 10 70 7.5 8 50

B Agriculture WW Feb, July 65 $33,200 101014 6 8 72 3 60 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50

B Agricultural Business Management WW Feb, July 65 $33,200 057781F 6 8 72 3 60 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50

B Agricultural Science WW Feb 65 $33,200 068869G 6 8 72 3 60 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50

B Animal Science WW Feb 65 $33,200 068972G 6 8 72 3 min 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50


60
B Arts (with specialisations) Ba, WW Feb, July 55 $21,280 000649C 6 7 66 3 60 7.5 24 13 2 4 3 10 70 7.5 8 50

B Business Studies PM Feb, July 55 $29,680 029254F 6 7 66 3 60 7.5 24 13 2 4 3 10 70 7.5 8 50

B Criminal Justice PM Feb 60 $24,880 022895G 6 7 66 3 60 7.5 24 13 2 4 3 10 72 7.5 8 50

B Dental Science Or Feb A+C $63,600 074610F 7 14 N/A** "min 9 "min min "min "min "min "min "min 16 min NA NA "min
++" 60 16.5 34 20 11 16 15 83++ 68
++" ++" ++" ++" ++" ++" ++"
B Education (Early Childhood and AW, Ba, Feb 65 $24,640 017967E 7.5 7 66 3 60 7.5 24 13 2 4 3 11 70 8 8.5 50
Primary) WW
B Environmental Science and AW, PM Feb, July 60 $31,600 068970K 6 8 72 3 60 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50
Management

B Equine Science WW Feb 60 $33,200 012005G 6 8 72 3 60 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50

B Information Technology (with PM Feb, July 60 $31,200 012006F 6 8 66 3 60 7.5 24 13 2 4 3 10 70 7.5 8 50


specialisations)
B Medical Radiation Science (with PM, WW Feb 65 $33,600 071461E 6.5 8 72 3 60 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50
specialisations)**
B Nursing AW, Ba, Feb, July*** 65 $30,800 010599C 7 8 72 3 60 11 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50
WW, PM
B Occupational Therapy AW, PM Feb 70 $32,400 016828B 6.5 9 76 4 min 9 26 15 5 8 7 12 75 8.5 9 57
60*
B Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) Hg Feb A+C $39200 077426D 7 8 72 4 min 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50
60*
B Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) WW Feb A+C $39,200 074609K 7 8 72 4 min 13 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50
60*
B Paramedicine Ba, PM Feb 70 $32,800 036176A 7 8 72 3 60 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 70 8 8.5 50

B Pharmacy Or Feb 75 $33,600 022016K 7 10 N/A** 5 min 13 28 min 17 min "min "min 13 77 9 9.5 59
60* 6.5 11 10
++" ++"
B Physiotherapy AW, Or, Feb min $36,000 039053K 7 10 N/A** 9 min 13 28 17 7 "min 6 "min 6 18 "min "min "min "min
PM 80* 60* ++" ++" 77 9.0 9.5 59
++" ++" ++" ++"
B Podiatric Medicine AW Feb 65 $32,400 039051A 6.5 8 72 5 60 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50

B Psychology PM Feb 75 $27,440 025518G 6 9 N/A** 7 min 13 28 17 6.5 11 10 13 77 9 9.5 59


60*
B Social Science (Psychology) PM Feb, July 65 $27,440 011994F 6 8 72 3 60 9 25 14 3 5 5 11 72 8 8.5 50

B Social Work WW Feb 65 $27,920 025159D 7 7 66 3 60 7.5 24 13 2 4 3 10 70 7.5 8 50

B Theology Can, Feb, July 60 $21,680 022012C 6.5 7 66 3 60 7.5 24 13 2 4 3 10 70 7.5 8 50


Parr
B Veterinary Biology / B Veterinary WW Feb A+C $63,600 068968D 7 14 N/A** "min 9 "min min "min "min "min "min "min 16 min NA NA "min
Science ++" 60 16.5 34 20 11 16 15 83++ 68
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Course Campus Intake ATAR 2023 CRICOS IELTS Admission requirements
Fee Overall
(AUD) Score
M Agricultural Science (with WW Feb, July N/A $33,200 109132E 6 A completed Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline related to Agricultural
specialisations) Science or Agribusiness from a University or other tertiary education provider.
M Ministry Can, Parr Feb, July N/A $21,680 042758F 6 A completed Australian bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline from a university
or other tertiary education provider.

M Professional Accounting (Professional PM Feb, July N/A $32,000 107935H 6 An undergraduate degree from a recognised Australian tertiary institution (or equivalent).
Practice)  The undergraduate degree must be in a field other than accounting, or not recognised by the
Australian accounting professional bodies for associate membership. Minimum Academic IELTS
score of 6 , no score below a 5.5 in each of the individual skill areas (reading, speaking, listening)
and no score below 6.0 in writing, or a qualification deemed equivalent.

M Professional Information Technology PM Feb, July N/A $33,920 107953F 6 For admission to the Master of Information Technology (12 subjects) applicants must have a
(with specialisations) bachelor’s level degree.

M Theology Can, Parr Feb, July N/A $21,680 025512C 6.5 A completed Australian bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline from a university
or other tertiary education provider.

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For more information and exceptions for English language proficiency, visit: Other countries
study.csu.edu.au/international/course-entry-requirements/english-language
Bangladesh South Korea
Singapore A Levels Certificate. Minimum score of 7 based on the calculation of three
• Completion of at least one year of • Completion of the first year of a
subjects – three H2 subjects where A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1. study at a recognised university with recognised university bachelor’s Can’t find your qualification
satisfactory grades or; degree with satisfactory grades, or;
Malaysia STPM (3 subjects) where advanced level A = 7, A- = 6, B+ = 5, B = 4, B- = 3, C+ = on the matrix?
• A completed award with a total score of 24 • Successful completion of the South
2, C = 1. or above in the International Baccalaureate Korean College Scholastic Ability Test
(CSAT) with a minimum overall grade For the full list of minimum entry requirements by country visit
Malaysia MICSS/UEC is calculated on 10 subjects where A1 = 8, A2 = 7, B3 = 6, B4 = 5, B5 China of 294 (overall grade is calculated
= 4, B6 = 3, C7 = 2, C8 = 1. from the results in Korean language, study.csu.edu.au/international/apply/course-entry
• Completion of the first year of a mathematics and foreign language
Sri Lanka GCE is calculated on the best three advanced-level subjects where A = 5, B = recognised university bachelor’s degree (English); results in other components or call us on +61 2 6338 6077
or; are not considered)
4, C = 3, S = 1.
• Successful completion of the National
Higher Education Entrance Examination Nepal
India ISC is awarded by the Indian Council of School Examinations (ICSE) and is based on Course fees listed are indicative fees only for on-campus
(Gaokao) with a minimum score of 60 per
60% in four academic subjects. cent of the total maximum Gaokao score • Higher Secondary Education
Certificate plus minimum of one year study. Fees are correct at time of printing for 2023 and are
for the province or;
India AISSCE score is based on 60% in four academic subjects. of successful study at a recognised subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit
• Completion of the China Senior High tertiary institution, or;
United Kingdom GCE score is based on the best four A2 level subjects A* = 6, A = 5, B = School Middle Year 3 Gaosan with an csu.edu.au/international/fees-and-costs
average of 80 per cent across the top • Higher Secondary Education
4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1. four academic subjects, or; Certificate with a grade average of
65%, or;
A+C Applicants are assessed on additional criteria in conjunction with academic results. • A completed award with a total score
of 24 or above in the International • A completed award with a minimum
Baccalaureate score of 24 or above in the
N/A** Students must achieve a minimum GPA in further tertiary studies to be considered International Baccalaureate
for this course. Please contact the university for further information. Ghana
++ Minimum grades only, plus additional criteria. Please check the online course brochure • CSU accepts the Senior Secondary
for your course for details. School Certificate / West African Senior
School Certificate in conjunction with a
* Minimum; applications will be assessed on a competitive basis. minimum of two passes in the GCE A levels
** Not all specialisations available at all campuses for standard entry courses (i.e. courses
with a minimum ATAR of 65)
*** July intake only available at Bathurst campus
world.

• Science.
former staff.

three faculties:
particular session.

known as a program.

• Arts and Education


are required to complete.

a large group of students.


completed within a course.

than one major in a course.


students enrolled in a course.

the core subjects of the course.

responsible for managing a faculty.


complete before starting your course.

GPA – your grade point average (GPA)


Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

is calculated from the results in each subject


• Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences

subjects within a course, letting you focus on a


Census date – the date by which you must have

Executive Dean – the member of academic staff

Major study – an area within a course that allows


finalised your subject selection and payment for a
Alumni – an association for graduates, current and

Faculty – a department within a university devoted

be studying in Australia on a temporary student visa


Award – another name for a Charles Sturt University

and Doctor. Charles Sturt awards all comply with the


Assumed knowledge – subjects we recommend you

Elective – an optional subject selected in addition to

Minor study – a grouping of between four and seven


faculty who handles administrative matters relating to

Lecture – a regular presentation given by a lecturer to


Apply online - a way of submitting an application for a

Course Director – a member of the academic staff in a


degree. Awards can be undergraduate or postgraduate,

to a particular area of study. Charles Sturt University has


with titles such as Bachelor, Graduate Certificate, Master

of eight related subjects. You may be allowed to do more


at undergraduate or postgraduate level. This may also be

International/Overseas Student - A student who is not a


Core subjects – the subjects in a course that all students
Campus – the location where you will study (and often live).
course that can be completed online from anywhere in the

domestic student at the time of the relevant study, who will

in-depth study in a particular field. A major usually consists


Course – the degree or qualification you’re studying, either
University terms

the world.
particular field.

around 10–12 weeks.

international students.
courses in a discipline.

enrolled in for a session.

one session to complete.

International Study Guide 2023


may be compulsory or optional.

one-session subject is assigned 8 points.

activities may be subject to visa restrictions for


students, involving discussion and participation.

This may be in real workplaces in the community, in


School – a unit of the university that administers the

or specialist facilities on campus. Workplace learning


Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) – a fee

Subject points – a value assigned to each subject to


childcare, social inclusion, sports and many more. We
financial support, health promotion, welfare, disability,
Sturt University, this is usually referred to as a course.

for students, such as counselling, advocacy, legal and


student.csu – a secure and personalised space on our
lets you complete your course online from anywhere in

website that we use to communicate with our students.


Program – the degree or qualification you are studying,

Charles Sturt’s clinics and enterprises, or in laboratories


we use to maintain and enhance services and amenities
Online education/study online – a way of studying that

Charles Sturt University has three sessions, each lasting

reflect its relative weighting. At Charles Sturt, a standard


Charles Sturt, most subjects are worth 8 points and take

Tutorial – a regular teaching session for a small group of


Session – a period of time during which classes are held.
Residential school – a short period of study, usually from
either at undergraduate or postgraduate level. At Charles

calculate this fee based on the number of subjects you’re

session, with a number of subjects making up a course. At

Workplace learning – time spent doing hands-on learning.


three to five days, where online students come on campus

Subject – the individual area of knowledge you study each


to complete units or assessment tasks for a subject. These

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