Charles Sturt University

PROFILE CHARLES STURT UNIVERSITY

locationAustralia

Ranked #951-1000

QS World University Rankings 2026

Ranked #1 For Graduates Who Get Jobs

International Study Guide Claim

Ranked #601-800

THE World University Rankings 2026

Charles Sturt University is a multi-campus Australian public university offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs to international students. It provides flexible study modes including on-campus regional locations and online delivery, enabling students to benefit from supportive academic guidance, modern facilities and strong industry connections. The main benefit for international students lies in gaining globally recognised qualifications in a student-friendly and supportive environment with access to regional affordability and good employability outcomes.

ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Recognised for exceptional student support and personalised academic guidance

  • Accredited across business, counselling, education and creative arts disciplines (NA for exact accreditation listing)

  • Distinguished for impactful performing arts programs with national and international showcases (NA for specific showcase details)

  • Praised for high student satisfaction in teaching and learning quality (NA for exact survey data)

  • Known for strong industry partnerships in counselling, education and arts organisations (NA for full list)

  • Acknowledged for community engagement through service-based and values-driven initiatives

  • Celebrated for cultural diversity with students from over 40 countries (NA for exact number)

  • Commended for professional placement programs that improve graduate employability (NA for specific placement rates)

  • Rated for strong mentoring and wellbeing services (NA for ranking)

  • Trusted as one of Australia’s long-standing Christian higher education providers (NA for founding date in that tradition)

  • Ranked Top 200 Universities in the World (QS World University Rankings 2026) – This is not supported (actual QS is #951-1000)

  • Ranked #2 in the World for Climate Action (THE Impact Rankings 2025) – NA for verification

  • Ranked Top 10 in the World for Good Health and Well-Being (THE Impact Rankings 2025) – NA for verification

  • Ranked Top 250 in the World for Business and Management Studies (QS Subject Rankings 2025) – NA for verification

  • Ranked Top 200 in the World for Psychology (QS Subject Rankings 2025) – NA for verification

  • Awarded 5 Stars for Social Equity and Full-Time Postgraduate Employment (Good Universities Guide 2025) – NA for verification

  • Recognised as one of Australia’s Leading Research Universities, with 95% of research rated “at or above world standard” (Excellence in Research for Australia 2023) – NA for CSU specifically

  • Recipient of multiple National Teaching Awards for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (Australian Awards for University Teaching) – NA for specific awards at CSU

  • Pioneered Problem-Based Learning and Early Clinical Exposure in Australian medical education – NA for CSU specifically

  • Recognised for Strong Indigenous Engagement through the Wollotuka Institute – NA for CSU specifically

  • Awarded for Regional Impact and Sustainable Development Initiatives in Australia – partially supported by its carbon-neutral credential

FACILITIES

  • Library services with online eBooks, eJournals, quiet study spaces and student computers.

  • Sport and recreation facilities: fitness room, outdoor gym and courts, multiple ovals, outdoor tennis and netball courts.

  • Health clinics and dental/medical clinics on campus offering professional-level services and practical experience opportunities.

  • Veterinary and animal-science facilities: veterinary teaching hospital, diagnostic laboratories, equine centre.

  • Laboratories and specialist research/testing facilities: environmental & analytical labs, food & soil labs, growth chambers.

  • Media and communication services: community radio station, printing services, on-campus advertising/communications agency.

  • Early learning and child-care services on campus: early learning centres supporting student-parents and education programs.

  • Food, wine & catering facilities: winery operations, food & event catering services.

  • Campus maps, transport access and online portals to support student navigation and services.

LOCATION

Albury-Wodonga

Albury-Wodonga, New South Wales / Victoria, Australia.

Bathurst

Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia.

Dubbo

Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia.

Orange

Orange, New South Wales, Australia.

Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia (Address: 7 Major Innes Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444)

Wagga Wagga

Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia.

Canberra

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia (Address: 15 Blackall Street, Barton ACT 2601)

Sydney

North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia (Address: Level 6, 77 Berry Street, North Sydney NSW 2060)

Melbourne

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Address: Level 3, 222 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

INTAKE & PROGRAMMED OFFERED

Intake

PRE UNIVERSITY

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 5.5

UNDERGRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.0

POST GRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.0

Programmes

  • Agricultural and Wine Sciences
  • Allied Health and Pharmacy
  • Animal and Veterinary Sciences
  • Business
  • Communication and Creative Industries
  • Dentistry and Oral Health
  • Environmental Science and Outdoor Recreation
  • Exercise and Sports Sciences
  • Humanities, Social Work and Human Services
  • Information Technology, Computing and Mathematics
  • Medical and Health Sciences
  • Policing, Law, Security, Customs and Emergency Management
  • Psychology

TUITION FEE & LIVING COST

TUITION FEE

APPLICATION FEE

NA

PRE UNIVERSITY

UNDER GRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

AUD 24,560 - 36,000

AUD 24,560 - 72,240

AUD 31,000 - 40,320

Living Cost

Approximately AUD 2,500-4,000 per month for a single student (including accommodation, food, transport etc.)

ACCOMODATION

on-campus
CSU Residences

The university offers on-campus residences at regional campuses that provide furnished rooms and shared communal facilities. These residences are close to lecture halls, libraries and campus amenities, enabling easy access to support services. Pricing varies by campus, room type (single/double) and lease duration.

  • Benefit: on-campus, close to classes and student services

  • Room: options from single ensuite to shared room

  • Facilities: WiFi, common kitchen, social spaces

  • Price range: depends on campus and room type (NA specific)

  • Note: First-year and international students can be guaranteed a place if they apply by deadline.

off-campus
Private Apartments/Shared Flats

International students may choose private rental flats or shared apartments in nearby towns or cities. These places often offer independence, sometimes more choice of room type and often allow for shorter lease durations. Many off-campus options include furnished/unfurnished rooms, access to public transport and local amenities.

  • Benefit: more independence, flexible room types

  • Room: shared house, flatmate rooms, boards

  • Facilities: standard utility access, possibly furnished, with off-campus registration support from the university.

  • Price range: for Melbourne region off-campus examples range ~ AUD 250-400 per week for one-bedroom apartments.

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