Postgraduate courses
Choose from more than 150 postgraduate courses at Charles Sturt University – all available online. It means you can learn when and where suits you and get qualified to make your next career move count. Whether you’re looking to move ahead in agriculture, business, communication or education; step up in IT, social work, nursing, policing or psychology; or innovate in science or veterinary studies, you can at Charles Sturt University.
You’ll get the latest skills and knowledge in your chosen field, and you’ll learn from academics who work closely with industry to ensure your course provides what industry needs. It’s why Charles Sturt is in the top six universities in Australia for postgraduate employment.*
*Good Universities Guide 2022/23
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Study that suits your life
We're Australia's most experienced online university.†In fact, more than 25,000 people are studying with us online right now. So we put everything in place to enable you to advance in your industry, diversify your expertise or start your next career – all from the comfort of... wherever you like.
When you study online with Charles Sturt University, everything you need is there at the click of a mouse. Lectures, tutorials, assessments, resources, community spaces. 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. We’ve even got a dedicated library YouTube channel for all your library learning know-how. And if you need any books sent to you, we’ll post them out free of charge.
†Department of Education, Skills and Employment Higher Education Statistics
Want to boost your finances?
A postgraduate degree makes a big difference to your earning potential. Median salaries are more than $22,000 higher for postgrads compared to undergrads.* You’re investing in your future, and at Charles Sturt University we want to help you make it count.
We offer more than $3m in scholarships and grants that can make getting qualified that bit easier. A Charles Sturt scholarship can help cover costs like textbooks, travel and attending work placements. There are dedicated scholarships for postgraduate and online students, and you could be eligible to apply for more than one. The key step to getting a scholarship? Apply
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*QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020
We've got your back
At Charles Sturt University, study support isn’t an add on; it’s part of your experience. Whenever you need support on your study journey, we’ll be there.
We have dedicated online learning advisers available every day until 7pm. You can reach them by phone, email, Skype or online chat. Our Study Skills team are here to help you with the nuts and bolts of study – from researching topics through writing assignments to referencing papers. You can talk to a study adviser one-to-one online or over the phone, and access web resources around the clock. With comprehensive IT support, you’ll never have to stress about tech issues. And if you ever just need someone to talk to, reach out to our health and wellbeing team.

Top 5 university for postgrads who get jobs
Charles Sturt postgraduates get jobs. 91% of our grads are in full-time employment four months after graduating.*

Charles Sturt University postgraduates get paid well
We’re in the top 10 universities in Australia for postgraduate starting salaries. Our grads earn a median salary of $95,000.*
*Good Universities Guide 2021/22

Top 10 university for teaching quality
Get a quality postgrad degree with Charles Sturt. We’re in the top 10 universities in Australia for postgraduate teaching quality.*