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Charles Sturt University
Ranking
34Established in
1989Famous For
Arts, Education, Business, Healthcare
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
Charles Sturt University, an educational institute with a history dating back 100 years, offers flexible course options to students interested in the fields of arts and education, business, justice, behavioural sciences, science, and health. The university’s courses in these areas are designed in consultation with industry professionals, allowing students to develop cutting-edge skills and knowledge necessary to make a mark in their careers.
Over 35,000 students, including approximately 4,000 international students, are pursuing their higher studies at Charles Sturt. The university’s campuses in New South Wales are home to hands-on teaching facilities, state-of-the-art science and computer laboratories, and extensive learning resources, helping students gain the skills required to be industry-ready from the first year of study.
Charles Sturt’s focus on practical learning has allowed its students to easily find employment after graduation. According to The Good Universities Guide 2024, 89% of Charles Sturt undergraduates find full-time employment within four months of graduating, making it the best public university in Australia for graduates who get jobs.
Additionally, Charles Sturt is Australia’s largest regional university, offering students the opportunity to join an innovative network of education, government, and business partners who are driving change in the country.
CRICOS code: 00005F
Services
From health and wellbeing issues to academic support and job hunting, Charles Sturt connects students with personalised support to help them achieve their goals. Before their arrival on campus, international students can reach out to an International Student Officer for help with understanding visas, health insurance, and travelling to Australia. After their arrival, they can obtain assistance from the International Support team to settle into life in Australia and connect with the local community.
Charles Sturt also offers free study support services like interactive workshops to help students succeed academically. Additionally, the university’s Careers and Skills Hub assists students by accelerating their employment prospects and helping them execute their vision for their future career.
Rankings
- 34th in Australia in the QS World University Rankings 2026
- Best public university in Australia for graduates who get jobs (Good Universities Guide 2024)
- Best university in Australia for nursing undergraduates who get jobs (Good Universities Guide 2024)
- Best university in New South Wales for agriculture postgraduates who get jobs (Good Universities Guide 2024)
- Rated 5-stars for business teaching quality (Good Universities Guide 2024)
- Third in Australia for humanities student support (Good Universities Guide 2024)
Accommodation
Charles Sturt’s six campuses across regional Australia offer comfortable and secure on-campus accommodation for students. In addition to enjoying a stress-free living environment, students can access a number of benefits when living on campus, such as:
- A guaranteed room for every first-year student who applies
- All-inclusive costs
- Free parking
Students can also choose from a range of off-campus housing options, such as purpose-built student residences, shared houses, and homestays. Life off-campus can offer students privacy and independence, along with a chance to get familiar with Australian lifestyles.
Location
Charles Sturt’s campuses border mountains, the countryside, or beaches, and are located in some of the fastest-growing regional cities in Australia’s Northern Territory. The campuses in Albury Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Port Macquarie, and Wagga Wagga offer a number of state-of-the-art facilities for students. Facilities on Charles Sturt campuses include:
- 24-hour Learning Commons
- Barbecue areas
- Bike racks
- Cafés
- Dining halls
- Discounted dental clinic
- Free parking
- Gym
- Sports areas
- Swimming pool
- Tennis courts
Living in regional Australia is a one-of-a-kind experience. When not studying, students can explore wildlife in wetlands, enjoy picturesque mountain landscapes, picnic on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, and surf in coastal towns.
Regional New South Wales can be accessed via domestic flights from Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane. International students travelling to Australia can plan their travel to these three major cities, and then book a domestic flight to the city their campus is located. Charles Sturt representatives are available to pick students up from the regional airports and guide them to campus.
Courses offered at Charles Sturt University
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