Charles Sturt University

💼 #1 in Australia for graduate employment 7 consecutive years — 89% full-time employment rate (Good Universities Guide).

💰 Median graduate salary A$87,300 — 4.4% above the national sector average of A$83,500.

🐴 Unique programmes in veterinary science (6-year double degree), agriculture, equine science, and wine science.

🚔 Home to the Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security — trains police leaders across the country.

🌍 38,000+ students across 8 regional NSW campuses (Bathurst, Wagga Wagga, Orange, Albury, Port Macquarie, and more).

📊 95.6% of domestic graduates secure full-time employment within 3 years of completing their degree.

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at Charles Sturt University is approximately AUD 36,080. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at Charles Sturt University is approximately AUD 26,784.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at Charles Sturt University for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

Charles Sturt University is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).

The employment rate at Charles Sturt University is 89% within 6 to 12 months after graduation.

We do not have any courses from Charles Sturt University that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

Charles Sturt University offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• Australian student visa (Subclass 500) guidance and CRICOS enrolment compliance through the International Services office

• CSU international scholarships and bursaries available for eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students

• Academic learning skills support, peer tutoring, and English language assistance through ELSSA

• On-campus accommodation in CSU student residences across Wagga Wagga, Bathurst, and Albury-Wodonga campuses

• Career development resources, graduate employment guidance, and internship connections through the CSU Career Hub

Some of the rankings of Charles Sturt University include:

#951-1000 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)

#601-800 in the world (Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2026)

#8 in Australia (Good Universities Guide 2026)

Post-study work permit options at Charles Sturt University in Australia depend on your qualification level: Associate Degree, Diploma or Trade Qualification graduates can work for 1.5 years after graduation.; Bachelors and Masters (coursework) graduates can work for 2.0 years after graduation.; Masters (research) or PhD graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation..

Note: 35 years of age or under at the time of application. 1 or 2 year extension possible based on region of university and region of residence in Australia (age limit of 35) 50 years of age or under at the time of application. 1 or 2 year extension possible based on region of university and region of residence in Australia (age limit of 50)

International students at Charles Sturt University can work up to 48 hours per fortnight (every two weeks) during term time and can work unlimited hours during breaks in Australia. No separate work permit is required.