Study at Charles Sturt University (CSU), Australia
Australia's largest regional university. Perfect for international students seeking practical, community-focused education with excellent career outcomes.
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University Highlights
Why Choose Charles Sturt University?
Regional Strength, Global Impact: As Australia's largest regional university, CSU delivers community-focused education and research with global relevance. Pioneering Sustainability: The first Australian university certified carbon neutral, guided by the ethos of living well in a world worth living in.
Global Rankings (2025)
- QS: Band #851–900; subjects: Business & Management (#301–350), Sustainability (#358)
- THE: #801–1000 overall; subject bands: Education & Arts & Humanities (#401–500), Business/Economics, Sciences, Psychology, Social Sciences (#601–800)
- THE Impact: Top 101–200 overall; SDG highlights: Climate Action #12, Gender Equality #55, Reduced Inequalities #81, Clean Water & Sanitation #75, Life on Land #75
Campus Life & Facilities
Explore Charles Sturt University's world-class campus facilities and vibrant student life
Campuses & Infrastructure
- Bathurst: Engineering, Media, Health Sciences, Law; paramedicine labs, dental clinics, broadcasting centre
- Wagga Wagga: Largest campus with agricultural facilities, vineyards, research farms
- Dubbo & Orange: Allied Health, Nursing, Social Work, First Nations education; modern clinical labs
- Albury–Wodonga: Environmental Science, Business, Education with wellness and anatomical labs
- Urban Study Centres: Canberra, Parramatta, Manly, Wangaratta for professional studies
Top Courses to Study
Subject examples: Education Studies (#401–500 THE), Psychology & Social Sciences (#601–800 THE), Agricultural Sciences (#151 globally, Shanghai Ranking).
Scholarships for International Students
- 2025 Launch Merit Scholarship: 30% tuition reduction (Sydney or Melbourne campus)
- 2025 Launch Scholarship: 15% fee discount for commencing international students
- International Student Merit Scholarship: 25% fee reduction
- Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship: 50% tuition waiver for outstanding applicants demonstrating CSU values
- CSU Foundation International Student Scholarship: One-off grant of A$1,000–10,000
- Accommodation Grants: Up to 20% subsidy on regional campus accommodation
Total funding pool exceeds A$10 million across university, government, and external sources (varies by year).
Who Can Apply?
Undergraduate (Bachelor)
- Year 12 equivalent with minimum GPA ≥ 75%
- English: IELTS 6.0 (no band less than 6.0), TOEFL 60, PTE 50, or Duolingo 105
Postgraduate
- Recognized bachelor's degree (GPA varies)
- English: IELTS 6.5–7.0 depending on program; some require CV or interview
Careers & Work Opportunities
- CSU leads Australia in graduate employment; 91.2% domestic undergraduates in full-time work within 4–6 months (2023 GOS)
- Median starting salaries above sector average (A$75,700 undergrad; A$87,400 postgrad)
- Strong results across business, agriculture, nursing, veterinary, education, and social work
- Practical curriculum with clinics, farms, internships, and community partnerships
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