Charles Sturt University

1. High graduate employment

CSU is one of the leading Australian universities for graduate employment. A survey conducted by the Graduate Careers Council of Australia in 2004 found that 83% of graduates were in full-time employment at the end of their studies at CSU.

Industry input gives our courses the advantage. The combination of advanced academic knowledge and practical, hands-on experience using the latest industry equipment gives graduates the skills to be job-ready and in demand by employers. Award-winning commercial enterprises provide opportunities for you to participate first-hand in current practices in a professional environment.

Our campus facilities include:

•  fully-equipped TV and photography studios
•  community radio station
•  farm, dairy and Olympic-class equine centre
•  award-winning winery and vineyard
•  award-winning cheese factory
•  fully-equipped laboratories and high-tech lecture theatre facilities

Our study centre key features include:

•  modern, purpose-built facilities
•  inner city location
•  student common room
•  computer laboratories
•  library
•  small class sizes

2. Flexible study options

CSU is Australia 's largest provider in distance education. Utilising our expertise in distance education, CSU provides educational opportunities to students around the world. Around 36,000 students undertake their choice of study with CSU on one of our campuses, from home, their workplace or anywhere around the globe.

Most CSU courses are offered in a variety of options to suit you and your lifestyle:

Full-time study allows you to be a full-time student and study at one of our campuses with a mix of lectures, tutorials and practical experience. Most courses take three or four years of full-time study.

Part-time study lets you integrate study with work or family commitments. Part-time courses usually take around six years to finish, giving you the advantage of graduating with on the job experience.

Distance education allows you to study anywhere, any time. It's a great option if you want to fit study around other commitments such as family or work. Study in your own time with materials that are sent to you, including texts, video and audio tapes, and online support.

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Early Childhood