Albury-Wodonga

Albury-Wodonga are twin cities with a combined population of 94,000.

There are two CSU campuses - the City campus which includes a computer centre, lecture theatre complex, laboratories and studios and on the outskirts of the city the environmentally-friendly Thurgoona campus is home to business, environment, information science courses.

Albury-Wodonga is 1 hour by plane from Melbourne.

Albury-Wodonga Campus FAQs

Why study in Albury-Wodonga?

Living and studying at the Albury city campus or the unique environmentally-friendly Thurgoona campus, offers students the perfect combination of lifestyle and a rewarding education. With a combined population of 95,000, the cities have all the features of a capital city including excellent shopping and restaurants.

Where is Albury-Wodonga?

The twin cities of Albury-Wodonga lie on both sides of the border between two of Australia 's Eastern Sates: New South Wales and Victoria . The city is well connected to Sydney , Melbourne and Canberra , with easy access to these cities by plane, train and bus. In particular, Melbourne is only a three-hour car journey.

What is the climate like?

Albury has a hot dry climate with average Summer (Dec-Feb) temperatures of around 30 ° C. In Winter (June-Aug), the average daytime temperature is 12 ° C, but at night it can be as low as 0 ° C. Students are advised to bring loose clothing for Summer and warm clothing, including a wind-proof jacket for Winter.

Can I practise my faith in Albury?

Freedom of religious choice is an important part of the Australian lifestyle. A Prayer Room is available for Islamic students and other faiths. Upon request, separate facilities for men and women can be made available. Students are also welcome to visit the Islamic Study Centre based at the Wagga Wagga campus, about a 1 hour 15 minute drive.

What leisure activities can I do in Albury?

Albury-Wodonga has a rich cultural life with theatre and art galleries, wonderful cafes and restaurants offering a variety of cuisines, as well as excellent shopping. Botanical gardens provide the perfect spot for picnics and other leisurely activities.

For the sports lovers, there are excellent facilities including 4 golf courses, 4 public swimming pools/aquatic centre, sporting ovals, with 2 Botanical gardens and around 95 parks and reserves. The beautiful Hume Weir is a great venue for swimming, water skiing and fun in the sun. Albury is the gateway to nearby snowfields and ski resorts.

Who will meet me when I arrive at Albury?

As part of our personalised welcome service, the CSU International Student Adviser or a CSU representative will meet you on arrival.

You must be sure to let us know of your arrival details well in advance and ensure you book transport (plane, train or bus) from Sydney International airport to Albury.