Information about Charles Sturt University (CSU), Australia

1. Website: csu.edu.au

2. Campuses & Locations (8 campuses)

Melbourne: Located in the heart of Melbourne CBD and more than 20 minutes’ drive to the airport;
Sydney: Located in central North Sydney and more than 20 minutes’ drive to the airport;
Albury-Wodonga (VIC): Approximately 3 hours’ drive to Melbourne CBD and Melbourne Airport;
Bathurst (NSW): Approximately 3 hours’ drive to Sydney CBD and Sydney Airport;
Orange (NSW): Approximately 3.5 hours’ drive to Sydney CBD and Sydney Airport;
Port Macquarie (NSW): Approximately 5 hours’ drive to Sydney CBD and Sydney Airport;
Wagga Wagga (NSW): Approximately 2.5 hours’ drive to Melbourne CBD and Canberra Airport;
Dubbo (NSW): A few minutes to Dubbo city centre and more than 10 minutes’ drive to the local airport.

3. Institution Type: Public University

4. Rankings & Accreditation:

Ranked 951-1000 worldwide (QS World University Rankings 2026)
Ranked 26th in Australia (Times Higher Education – THE 2025)
Charles Sturt University Rankings: https://study.csu.edu.au/why-charles-sturt/our-rankings

5. Total Student Population: Approximately 39.000 students

6. International Students: Approximately 7.000 international students

7. Key Strengths

CSU Study Centres are strategically located in the heart of Australia’s most liveable and vibrant cities such as Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, offering students the opportunity to enjoy excellent weather, a multicultural environment with diverse cuisine, and the warm hospitality of local communities;
Highly practical, career-oriented programs designed in collaboration with leading industry partners to meet employer demands;
Academic programs are accredited and recognized by prestigious professional bodies such as: CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants (CA), ACS – Australian Computer Society, etc;
Strong global reputation in applied research, with highly ranked disciplines including: Environmental Science, Agriculture & Veterinary Engineering, Psychology, Religious Studies, and more;
Comprehensive student support services, including academic assistance, mental health counseling, and healthcare, helping international students integrate quickly into a new environment;
To enhance students’ academic confidence, CSU provides free Academic Writing and Study Skills programs, as well as one-on-one consultations with Academic Learning Advisors.

8. Training-related Information

a. Training programs: https://study.csu.edu.au/find-courses/levels

English Programs
Bachelor’s
Honours
Master’s
Doctoral (PhD)

b. Faculties & Schools:

The university has 3 faculties, view details here.

c. Training courses: https://study.csu.edu.au/international/courses

Agricultural and Wine Sciences

Allied Health and Pharmacy

Animal and Veterinary Sciences

Business

Christian Theology and Ministry

Communication and Creative Industries

Engineering

Environmental Science and Outdoor Recreation

Exercise and Sports Sciences

Humanities, Social Work and Human Services

Information and Library Studies

Information Technology, Computing and Mathematics

Islamic and Arabic studies

Medical Science and Dentistry

Medicine

Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health

Policing, Law, Security, Customs and Emergency Management

Psychology

Preparation Courses

Diploma of General Studies

Science

Teaching and Education

9. Study Pathways for Students

After completing Grade 12, students progress to Bachelor’s programs;
After completing Bachelor’s, students may progress to Master’s or PhD programs;
After completing Master’s, students may progress to PhD programs.

10. Entry Requirements

https://study.csu.edu.au/apply/admission-pathways/access-schemes

English Program: Entry placement test required
Bachelor’s:
- Completion of Grade 12;
- Minimum GPA 7.5/10 (for specialized/high schools) or 8.0/10 (for other schools);
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5). Some programs require higher IELTS scores.
Master’s:
- Bachelor’s degree;
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0). Some programs require higher IELTS scores.
Doctoral (PhD):
- Honours Bachelor’s degree or Research Master’s degree;
- Research experience required;
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0).

11. Intake Periods: February, July, and November each year

12. Application Documents

General Documents:

Highest academic qualification certificate;
Academic transcripts of the most recent 2 years;
English language certificate (if available);
Passport (photo and signature pages – if available);
Academic achievements and extracurricular activities (especially for scholarship applicants).

Additional Documents for Master’s:

Curriculum Vitae (CV);
Two (02) Letters of Recommendation.

Additional Documents for PhD / Master of Research’s:

Research proposal;
Published academic papers (if any).

13. Tuition Fees: From AUD 19,600 – 60,800 per year. See detailed fees here.

14. Scholarships:

Details: https://study.csu.edu.au/international/scholarships

Vice-Chancellor International Excellence Scholarship: 50% tuition fee scholarship for Bachelor’s and Master’s programs;
2025 Launch Merit Scholarship: 30% tuition fee scholarship for students enrolling in selected programs at Melbourne, Port Macquarie, and Sydney campuses;
2025 Launch Scholarship: 15% tuition fee scholarship for students enrolling in selected programs at Melbourne, Port Macquarie, and Sydney campuses;
International Student Merit Scholarship: 25% tuition fee scholarship for Bachelor’s and Master’s programs;
International Joint Cooperation Program Scholarship: 25% tuition fee scholarship for graduates of Joint Cooperation Programs wishing to continue their studies at CSU;
International Student Support Scholarship: 10% tuition fee scholarship for Bachelor’s and Master’s programs;
Regional Accommodation Bursary for International Students: AUD 1,000.

15. Living Expenses: Approximately AUD 24,505 per year. See details here.

16. Accommodation & Student Services

Students may choose:

Homestay;
On-campus accommodation;
Shared housing (for students aged 18+);
Living with relatives;

Accommodation details:

On-campus accommodation: https://www.csu.edu.au/current-students/uni-life/accommodation
Shared housing (2-3 bedrooms): https://www.csu.edu.au/current-students/uni-life/accommodation/off-campus-accommodation

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Date: Mar 26, 2026