Study Options
You have various study modes available to you at CSU as below:
Study on campus
Study at a CSU Regional Campus
CSU campuses expansive surroundings, easy access to academic staff combined with excellent facilities and relaxed country locations provide an outstanding environment for successful study.
CSU campuses are located in some of the fastest growing inland cities in New South Wales
Regional campuses Key Benefits:
- CSU campuses are located in great locations
- Access to best of city living along with the benefits of a country lifestyle
- On campus accommodation available
- Strong sense of on-campus community atmosphere
- Smaller class sizes
- Affordable living costs and close proximity to major Australian cities
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Study at a CSU Study Centre (Melbourne and Sydney)
Our CSU Study Centres are operated in conjunction with Study Group Australia. Study Group are global leaders in international education and training across five continents.
Together, Charles Sturt University and Study Group are committed to the provision of outstanding education opportunities.
CSU Study Centres offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Business, Information Technology and Accounting.
CSU Study Centres Key Benefits:
- Great city centre locations
- Work placement assistance
- Computer laboratories with access to email and wireless internet
- Multiple intakes for most courses (February, July, November)
- English language and academic pathways through Embassy CES and Martin College
Find more about Melbourne and Sydney CSU Study Centres:
Study at a Theology Specialist Centre
St Mark’s National Theological Centre in Canberra and United Theological College in North Parramatta, Sydney are both part of Charles Sturt University‘s School of Theology.
At these study locations CSU offers university accredited studies in a range of theological fields at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
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Study in Ontario
Charles Sturt University, Ontario in Canada is operated in cooperation with school boards in Halton and surrounding areas. CSU delivers the Bachelor of Primary Education Studies, an elementary program for primary–junior teachers, onsite in Ontario.
Study by distance
CSU brings education to you by offering many subjects and degrees through distance education (DE), allowing you to study from anywhere in the world.
As the first university in Australia to have its courses supported online, CSU’s expertise in providing distance education has received national and international recognition.
Distance Education Key Benefits:
- A top-level education from the largest distance education provider in Australia
- Access to CSU’s resources such as online library, lecturers, student support
- Upgrade your qualifications whenever you choose
- Receive same top-level education as studying on campus
- Preferred method of study for students with work, family or financial commitments
- Your degree testamur does not indicate that you studied via distance education
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Study abroad

Study Abroad at CSU is designed for students enrolled at an overseas university and also open to students not currently studying at university.
It has a wide appeal as a way to sample Australian university study without committing to a full degree program.
You can study at one of our regional campuses for one or two semesters and gain the international experience you want in a supportive and accessible learning atmosphere. You can also gain credit towards your degree at home.
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Study through a CSU course provider
CSU has formal agreements with a number of other education providers, both in Australia and overseas.
These education providers deliver CSU courses on our behalf and students graduate with a CSU qualification.
Find more about study through a CSU course provider:
Exchange
If you want a unique experience to combine study and travel in another country, CSU's Exchange program will give you the international study experience.
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