Entry requirements

International students must meet minimum academic and English language requirements to be eligible to study with Charles Sturt.

Minimum academic requirements

Entry requirements for Charles Sturt University courses vary from country to country. Some courses also have specific academic requirements for international students.

English language requirements

Most courses require proof from international students that they meet English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. You can do this by:

• providing evidence of having completed a sufficient standard of study in English
• have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
  • a minimum overall score of 6
  • no individual score below 5.5
• obtaining a qualification deemed to be equivalent to Academic IELTS (and its minimum scores) by Charles Sturt.

Cost of living

Good news: when you study at one of our regional campuses, the cost of living is lower than most metropolitan locations in Australia. How much does it cost and how can you budget to make the most of your time studying in Australia?
Accommodation, food, bills, clothing, entertainment, going out… the cost of living as a student can quickly add up.

You’ll need to consider the cost of living in Australia, on top of your tuition fees.

As a guide, the recommended 12-month living cost for a single student is AUD$21,041.

There are financial requirements you must meet to receive a student visa for Australia and you may need to provide evidence of your ability to cover living costs.

Work out your expenses

The first step when creating a budget is to work out your expenses. Some things to consider:

• Accommodation
• Transport
• Food
• Education expenses, like textbooks or IT equipment and workplace learning costs may include travel, accommodation, living costs, uniforms and parking
• Utilities, like electricity bills
• Entertainment (because you still want to have fun!)
• Return flights home

Income

How are you going to cover these expenses?

You may have some savings or receive money from family.

There may also be off-campus and on-campus opportunities to work part-time to help with additional spending money while you are studying. Whilst part-time work is a great way to bring in a little extra money (and work on your English language skills) you shouldn’t rely on it to cover your living costs.

Get support

We have a range of scholarships available for international students that can help cover some tuition fees and living expenses.

Our International Student Liaison Officers can also provide advice to help you manage your finances when studying in Australia.

Scholarships

Everyone deserves access to higher education.

That’s why Charles Sturt University awards more than $3 million in scholarships and grants to students like you each year.

Each scholarship is different. We’re not always looking for the smartest student. Our selection criteria could include any of the following:

• participation in community service
• your motivation to succeed
• your academic results
• something else entirely!

Get in touch by completing the contact form on this page to receive more information about the scholarships.

International Student Support Scholarship

The scholarship provides a 20% fee discount for new international students for the duration of your course. Scholarships are awarded to eligible students studying on-campus at Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Orange, Port Macquarie and Wagga Wagga.

Online Model

Study with Australia’s largest and most experienced provider of online education in Australia.

Study online with Charles Sturt University when it suits you, from anywhere in the world, and get qualified to make your next career move.

How does online study work for overseas students?

Our online learning platform will give you an experience that is as academically rigorous and as interactive as on-campus study, with excellent teacher–student and peer interaction.

Everything you need will be available at the click of a mouse including lectures, tutorials, assessments, and resources. Plus, our extensive digital library is available 24/7, with plenty of online resources and how-to guides to help you find what you need.

You’ll get support every step of the way

At Charles Sturt University, study support isn’t an add on; it’s part of your experience. Once you’ve started your online course, you’ll have access to interactive workshops, web-based training, and online courses to help you develop your study skills.

24/7 IT support is part of our service

You won’t need to worry about getting tech support from the other side of the world, with IT support available around the clock.

Become part of an online community

Just because you’re studying online doesn’t mean you’re studying alone. Far from it. At Charles Sturt University, you can join dedicated course forums and online groups to connect with your classmates and academics.

When you study online with us, you become part of a global community and build deep connections that are central to your study.

Ready to start?

Wherever you want to study from, we’ll make sure study works for you. The first step? Find your ideal online course and let’s get started.