School leavers
Fire up your imagination as you start on the road from school to uni. At Charles Sturt, we have more than 85 undergraduate degrees. From ag to arts, business to border management, comms to computing, dentistry to digital media, engineering to education (you get the idea), Charles Sturt University has the course that fits your strengths, interests and personality so you can step into your career with the skills to get the job done – and really make an impact.
Put theory into practice in Charles Sturt’s world-class facilities. You could learn on a farm or in a winery; at a radio station, TV studio or ad agency; in a simulated ambulance or a health centre. And as part of your Charles Sturt degree, you can learn alongside the pros on industry work placements. From Sony to Tourism Australia, Ernst & Young to NSW Ambulance, local schools to research institutes and health organisations, you can get real-world experience wherever suits you best – near home, across Australia or even overseas.
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Insight is your guide to exploring careers, next steps and undergraduate study with Charles Sturt.
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Discover what's possible at Charles Sturt
We're an open book and here to share the ins and outs of uni life with you. There are plenty of opportunities for you to explore what study at Charles Sturt is really like.
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Explore all the career areas that interest you – from ag and arts to communication and civil engineering, medicine and nursing to policing, psychology and teaching. Go behind the scenes and see what it’s like to live where you learn at our six campuses. Discover all about Charles Sturt – early offer programs, scholarships, fees and even how to boost your career potential.
- 7 August 2022 – Port Macquarie
- 14 August 2022 – Wagga Wagga
- 21 August 2022 – Albury-Wodonga
- 28 August 2022 – Bathurst
- 4 September 2022 – Orange
- 11 September 2022 – Dubbo
Book a video consult
We're here to support you from day one. We can help you find the right course for you and will connect you to all the support you need. From financial support through to tailored learning support - Charles Sturt University will go the extra mile to help you succeed.
You can now book a one-to-one video consult with one of our friendly team, and get all your questions answered.
Want to boost your finances?
You want the best education, but it’s got to be affordable. We get that. With Charles Sturt University you can tap into more than $3 million in scholarships and grants. They make studying that bit easier for students just like you. Extra cash in your pocket means you won’t have to stress about course fees and textbooks.
Just ask Jacqui Sawer, who’s studying pharmacy: “I didn’t have the best academic skills, so didn’t think scholarships would be for me. I’ve never asked for help before but I decided to put my hand up so I can fulfil my goals. The scholarship gave me the funds to cover set-up and living costs, so I could concentrate on my learning.”

Charles Sturt University is #1 for undergraduate employment
Get qualified and get the job. More Charles Sturt grads get jobs faster than grads from any other university in Australia.*
*Good Universities Guide 2022/23

Charles Sturt University is #1 for undergraduate starting salaries
Our undergrads earn an average of $64,100 straight after graduating, and our postgrads earn a median starting salary of $78,900.*
*Good Universities Guide 2022/23

We're Australia’s most experienced online university
Get where you want to go... from wherever you are.
¹Department of Education, Skills and Employment Higher Education Statistics
You might be asking...
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Will I be eligible for adjustment factors due to lockdown/exam disruptions? chevron_right
If you’ve been disadvantaged by the COVID-19 lockdowns and disruptions to HSC exams – let’s face it, what Year 12 student hasn’t? – you can apply for UAC’s Educational Access Scheme (EAS). Check your eligibility for UAC’s EAS and you might find that you qualify for adjustment factors if you can demonstrate circumstances beyond your control affected your study during Year 11 or 12.
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Can I get an early offer to Charles Sturt? chevron_right
Yes – at Charles Sturt you can apply for two early offer programs. We participate in UAC's Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) which recognises your academic achievements. And our Charles Sturt Advantage early offer program which rewards your soft skills. Apply for both – and double your chances of receiving an early study offer before you even sit your exams! With a load off your shoulders, you'll be able to focus on your studies and give your exams your best shot.
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Why should I study with Charles Sturt? chevron_right
Charles Sturt will prepare you for the real world with professional, accredited courses that will give you the skills you need. You’ll put ideas into action from day one. It’s what we do. It’s what will give you the edge in your industry. And it's why we have the highest graduate employment rate in Australia.*
*Good Universities Guide 2021/22
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How can I study with Charles Sturt? chevron_right
You can study on campus in one of our six beautiful regional locations. Or you can study online – from your bedroom or from across the world! We're Australia's largest regional university. And we're Australia's most experienced online university.* So however you choose to study with us, you're in safe hands.
*Department of Education, Skills and Employment, Higher Education Statistics
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Where is Charles Sturt University? chevron_right
At Charles Sturt we’re geographically gifted. We have six campuses and plenty of other places you can study. From the beach to the bush, our diverse locations give you the options you're looking for. You'll have a unique experience that combines the perks of city living with a relaxed country lifestyle. Find your new home in one of our campus cities: Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Port Macquarie and Wagga Wagga.
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What makes Charles Sturt special? chevron_right
Yindyamarra Winhanganha. This is a Wiradjuri phrase meaning ‘the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in’. This ethos is at the heart of everything we stand for. It’s the reason we strive to actively create a world worth living in. We believe everyone offers something unique. At Charles Sturt University you become part of something bigger: you join a tight-knit community from across the globe that is committed to changing things for the better. And wherever you want to take your career we’ll have the course to help you push the boundaries and make an impact. After all, we're Australia's number one university for graduate employment.* So, are you ready to get to work? Let’s create a world worth living in.
*QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020