Candidates are required to develop a research proposal and to concentrate on research for their entire program. Only highly qualified students are considered for candidature.
Students will submit a thesis proposal to the Board of Graduate Studies following approval by a panel of academic staff within the Faculty.
Students will conduct research under supervision and submit the results of their investigation in the form of a thesis that will not exceed 100,000 words. Students will also be required to present their work to the academic staff of the Faculty during their candidature.
Initial contact with the Sub-Dean Graduate Studies within the Faculty of Education is highly advisable. Please phone info.csu on 1800 227 337 or email inquiry@csu.edu.au for the contact details of the appropriate person.
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Choose your preferred method. Make note of the admission code as you will need this to complete your application. More information on application closing dates.
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An indicative course structure is available in the CSU Handbook
Candidates must have either:
Intending applicants should contact the Sub-Dean, Graduate Studies to discuss the proposal before submitting the prescribed application form. In addition, applicants must complete a form describing their area of interest, which should accompany their application. Please phone info.csu on 1800 227 337 or email inquiry@csu.edu.au for the contact details of the appropriate person.
Admission to candidature is subject to approval by the Board of Graduate Studies.
The following information gives you an overview of studying by distance education.
Course materials
When studying by distance education you may receive:
Distance education students usually study two 8 point subjects per semester. More or fewer subjects may be studied in consultation with the Course Coordinator.
Teleconferencing
Telephone tutorials may also be used to supplement face-to-face contact between students and academic staff. Conference calls enable several students, either at home or at a common location, to participate in a group tutorial with academic staff.
Direct telephone contact and email
Students are encouraged to maintain direct contact with staff by telephone or email. Office telephone numbers and email addresses will be supplied and telephone answering services are available in the offices of Course Coordinators. Students will also be advised of numbers for the School's central telephone answering and facsimile machines.
Online forums
Students may participate in various forums online, enabling direct and instant contact with staff and other students.
For all inquiries about Charles Sturt University courses, please contact info.csu on:
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