Charles Sturt University

Institution Overview

Charles Sturt University (CSU) was established in 1989 and is named after the renowned British explorer Captain Charles Sturt, known for his expeditions into South Australia. The university is located in the Australian capital city of Canberra and the state of Victoria, and is recognized for providing high-quality education to both domestic and international students.

CSU collaborates with numerous TAFE institutions across Australia to deliver joint educational programs, offering extensive opportunities in vocational education and training. Notably, it is Australia’s first carbon-neutral university, and ranks among the Top 70 globally for sustainability education, reflecting its commitment to environmentally conscious and future-focused education.

Tuition & Duration

#801 QS World University Rankings 

#1001 in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 

#764 in  Global Universities by US News & World Report 

More detailed information is available on the university’s official website:

Scholarships – International (csu.edu.au)

Main intakes are in March and July.

Depending on workload, responses typically take 4 to 12 weeks on average.

An additional intake is held in November.

Completion of secondary education (12 years or equivalent)

Diploma, Certificate

IELTS: 5.5+ | TOEFL: 80+ | PTE: 54+

Bachelor’s

IELTS: 5.5+ | TOEFL: 80+ | PTE: 54+

Master’s

IELTS: 6.5+ | TOEFL: 90+ | PTE: 65+

Programs