Charles Sturt University is an Australian public university with multiple campuses in the Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales and Victoria. It was founded in 1989 and today is ranked as the number one University for undergraduates who get jobs by the QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey in 2021/2022. The university is also in Australia’s top 5 universities for postgraduates who get jobs by The Good Universities Guide 2021/2022.
The university offers choice and flexibility to students and works together with industries and communities in teaching, research and engagement.
In this write-up, I will guide you on applying for admissions into the university either as an International or Domestic student.
Admission Requirements
- Applicants with higher education background must have successfully completed a minimum of two subjects at university.
- Students with a Vocational Education and Training (VET) background must either complete a Certificate III or higher qualification from any approved training institution under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) or complete over half of diploma level qualification from an approved institution under the Australian Qualification Framework.
- Applicants with Secondary Studies will be selected based on the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR). On top of the ATAR, Interviews may also be required for certain courses.
- English Language Proficiency
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be conducted for applicants with work experience.
How To Apply To Charles Sturt University (Domestic & International Student)
The application process required to apply as a Domestic student is slightly different from that of an International Student. As a result, you need to be sure you are following the proper steps, which is why I’m going to show you how you can apply to Charles Sturt University either as a Domestic or an International student.
How To Apply As A Domestic Student
A domestic student is an Australian citizen, a permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen. Applying to Charles Sturt University as a domestic student involves four simple steps. They are;
Choose Your Course
The first step is choosing your course from the over 350 courses the university offers across 19 career areas. You can easily choose your course here https://study.csu.edu.au/courses.
NB: Do well to keep the course web page in a different tab as a reference.
Prepare
This is about knowing all the necessary requirements relevant to your course. Get all the supporting documents ready in order to continue with the next smoothly.
They include;
- Transcripts
- English Language Proficiency scores
- Evidence of citizenship
- Evidence of change of name
- Personal Statement
- Nursing board registration
- Final year results
- Resume
- Etc.
Where to Apply
Apply via https://www.uac.edu.au/ or https://www.vtac.edu.au/ if you are an On-campus or Year 12 student.
Online study or non-school leavers should apply via https://study.csu.edu.au/start-your-application.
Accept your offer
If you’re fortunate to gain admissions to study at Charles Sturt University, then the next thing is to accept your offer online here https://my-offer.csu.edu.au/
How to apply as an International Student
NB: An International Student is anyone who is not an Australian citizen, a permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen.
Some students will have to apply via an agent that will help the applicant fill out application forms and do the necessary documentation. They also help to facilitate a smooth application.
Applying as an International student involves four simple steps. They are Research, Apply, Accept and Enroll
Research
Research about the courses offered at the university and chose the one you prefer. You check out Charles Sturt University courses here https://study.csu.edu.au/courses.
Apply
- Check out the university’s entry requirements, including transcripts, Personal statements, English Proficiency Test Scores, etc. You can check the entry requirements here https://study.csu.edu.au/international/apply/course-entry-requirementsApply here https://study.csu.edu.au/international/apply or find an education agent here https://study.csu.edu.au/international/study-with-us/find-an-education-agent to submit your application for you.
Accept and Enroll
The university will send you a letter of offer in the mail if you are successful. All you have to do is to login and respond to the offer. You can choose to accept, defer or decline the offer here https://my-offer.csu.edu.au/
NB; your agent will have to respond to your offer for you if you applied through one.
Documents Required
- Transcripts (certified copies)
- Letter of recommendation
- English Language proficiency scores
- Evidence of citizenship
- Final year results
- Personal Statement
- Resume/CV
- Commonwealth Assurance Notice (CAN)
- Agent Acknowledgement Form
- Research proposal
- Nursing board registration
- Evidence of change of name
Application Deadline
| DATE | TYPE |
| 25 February 2022 | Session 1 final closing date for domestic applicants |
| 29 February 2022 | Session 2 closing date |
| 27 May 2022 | Session 2 late closing date |
| 1 July 2022 | Session 2 extended the closing date |
| 8 July 2022 | Session 2 Final closing date for domestic applicants |
| 2 September 2022 | Session 3 closing date |
| 17 September 2022 | Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/ Bachelor of Veterinary Science application closing date |
| 30 September 2022 | 1. Bachelor of Dental Science – Application closing date 2. Doctor of Medicine application closing date 3. Session 3 late closing date 4. Master of Speech Pathology application closing date |
| 28 October 2022 | 1. Graduate Diploma OF Clinical Practice (Paramedics) application closing date 2. session one closing date for on-time applications 3. Session 3 extended the closing date for late direct applications for domestic students |
| 29 October 2022 | Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) application closing date |
| 30 October 2022 | 1. Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology application closing date 2. Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours) application closing date. |
| 31 October 2022 | 1. Master of Professional Psychology closing date 2. Master of Psychological Practice closing date 3. Master of Clinical Psychology application closing date |
| 11 November | Session 3 Final closing date for domestic applicants |
| 30 November 2022 | Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology closing date |
| 2 December 2022 | Session 1 late closing date |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the rank of Charles Sturt University?
Charles Sturt University ranks number one for undergraduates who get jobs by the QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey in 2021/2022. The university also ranks the top 5 in Australia for postgraduates who get jobs by The Good Universities Guide 2021/2022
Q2. How many faculties does Charles Sturt University offer?
3! The University has three main faculties, namely;
- Faculty of Arts and Education
- Faculty of Science and Health
- Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioral Sciences.
Q3. How many campuses does Charles Sturt University have?
6! The university has six main campuses in Wagga Wagga, Orange, Albury-Wodonga, Dubbo, Bathurst and Port Macquarie.
Q4. Who is the Vice-Chancellor of Charles Sturt University?
Professor Renee Leon is the current Vice-Chancellor of the university. He became the fifth VC of the University in September 2021.