Charles Sturt University (CSU) Courses

Master of Fraud and Financial Crime An applicant for admission to candidature for a Master of Fraud and Financial Crime shall have an appropriate Bachelors degree from an Australian university or equivalent overseas tertiary institution, taken over a minimum of three years (full-time equivalent) or Applicants must have completed all of the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Fraud and Financial Crime at a credit level or above or an equivalent graduate diploma completed at an Australian university or overseas equivalent. Graduate Diploma of Fraud and Financial Crime Applicants must have completed all of the requirements of the Graduate Certificate  in Fraud and Financial Crime. Graduate Certificate in Fraud and Financial Crime Students must have a university degree in a relevant field or have at least 3 years industry experience.

Bachelor of Creative Industries (with specialisation) Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency requirements apply. In addition, applicants must meet the following requirements: Applicants with higher education study Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. OR Completed bridging or enabling course Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. OR Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification or 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification. OR Applicants with work and life experience Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than two years, and a formal interview or portfolio submission (see other admissions options below). OR Applicants with recent secondary education (within past two years) ATAR-based admission An ATAR of 65 (including adjustment factors) OR Other admission options Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) MyDay Indigenous Access Program (IAP) CSU Diploma of General Studies Completion of a formal interview demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the quality, depth and relevance of the answers given in the interview* Submission of a portfolio of works (written, artwork and/or digital media) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the quality, depth and relevance presented in the portfolio* Acting and Performance All applicants for the Acting and Performance specialisation need to complete a compulsory audition and interview demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the quality, depth and relevance of the performance/answers given. * If seeking admission via this method and secondary study has been (or will be) completed in the year immediately prior to commencement, applicants must have satisfied the requirements of the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or interstate equivalent (ATAR not required) by the date of course commencement.

To apply for this course you will need to complete and submit the CSU Engineering 2019 Supplementary Application Form. Bachelor of Technology (Civil Systems) / Master of Engineering (Civil Systems) Applicants must meet the following: A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with an ATAR of at least 80 (including adjustment factors). Whilst an ATAR of 80 is indicative of success in CSU Engineering, other life experiences also are valued. Mature aged students with construction trades are especially encouraged to apply. OR Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a credit Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. OR A completed AQF Diploma or higher level qualification. OR A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a credit Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. English Language Proficiency Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency Requirements apply Additional Course Requirements All applicants will need to complete and submit an online Supplementary Application Form. AND Applicants who are short-listed on the basis of their Supplementary Application Forms will be required to attend an interview prior to offers being made.

Bachelor of Communication (with specialisations) Essential requirements for admission Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency requirements Applicants with higher education study Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. OR Completed bridging or enabling course Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. OR Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification or 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification. OR Applicants with work and life experience Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than two years, and a formal interview or portfolio submission (see other admissions options below). OR Applicants with recent secondary education (within past two years) ATAR-based admission An ATAR of 65 (including adjustment factors) Other admission options Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) MyDay Regional Radio Endorsement Program Indigenous Access Program (IAP) CSU Diploma of General Studies Completion of a formal interview demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the quality, depth and relevance of the answers given in the interview* Submission of a portfolio of works (written, artwork and/or digital media) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the quality, depth and relevance presented in the portfolio* * If seeking admission via this method and secondary study has been (or will be) completed in the year immediately prior to commencement, applicants must have satisfied the requirements of the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or interstate equivalent (ATAR not required).

Applicants for the Master of International Education (School Leadership) must meet the following admission requirements: * hold the degree of Bachelor of Education or AQF equivalent from an approved tertiary institution; or * hold the degree of Bachelor of Education (Honours) or AQF equivalent from an approved tertiary institution; or * hold a Bachelor’s degree or AQF equivalent from an approved tertiary institution with an end-on integrated professional teaching qualification (such as a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor of Teaching Secondary) AND STANDARD English Language Proficiency requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.

Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Organisational Change on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience.   Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate, students will then be eligible for admission to a number of Masters programs offered by the Faculty of Business, Justice & Behavioural Sciences and receive credit for applicable subjects.

Bachelor of Border Management Applicants for the Bachelor of Border Management must meet the following Admission Requirements: * A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with an ATAR of at least 70 (including adjustment factors). OR * Successful completion of at least two Bachelor degree level subjects (or Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent) or higher in any discipline. OR * A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate IV or higher, studied at a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO), or equivalent. OR * A completed Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC) or bridging program studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University, or equivalent. OR * Partial completion of a Vocational Education and Training (VET) Diploma, of at least 50% from a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO), or equivalent. OR * Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of at least two years full time or equivalence, demonstrated by a detailed resume. English Language Proficiency Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency Requirements apply. Bachelor of Border Management (Customs) To be admitted into the course, prospective students must be serving officers currently employed in their customs or border administration departments or ministries. Only international students with the written approval of their Director General can be admitted. With this exception admission is according to the standard CSU criteria for undergraduate courses and all the specific requirements in place for the existing Bachelor of Border Management. Applicants must also meet the CSU admission requirements in terms of English language requirements for international students.

Master of Information Systems Security For entry to the Master of Information Systems Security applicants are required to have an undergraduate degree from a recognised Australian tertiary institution (or equivalent) and appropriate work experience. Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Security on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Information Systems Security and receive credit for applicable subjects. Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Security Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Security on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Information Systems Security and receive credit for applicable subjects.

Master of Medical Science (with specialisations) This course is available to applicants who hold either a 3 or 4 year undergraduate bachelor degree in a relevant area or one of the following CSU Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diplomas: Graduate Certificate in Respiratory Science Graduate Certificate in Asthma and Respiratory Management Graduate Diploma of Genetic Counselling Applicants intending to complete the pathology specialisation will be required to have a minimum of 2 years full-time employment as a medical laboratory scientist (or equivalent).

Master of Contemporary Islamic Studies Applicants for the Master of Contemporary Islamic Studies must meet the following requirements. *          A completed Bachelors Degree (or AQF equivalent).   English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements. Graduate Diploma of Contemporary Islamic Studies Applicants for the Graduate Diploma of Contemporary Islamic Studies must meet the following requirements. *          A completed Bachelors Degree (or AQF equivalent) English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements. This will apply to both domestic and international applicants. Offer may be conditional on ELP but applicants will be required to provide evidence of meeting these requirements before the start of studies. Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Islamic Studies Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Islamic Studies must meet the following requirements. *          A completed Bachelor Degree (or AQF equivalent) in any discipline from a University or other tertiary education provider. OR *         Work expereince, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than three years. English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements. This will apply to both domestic and international applicants. Offer may be conditional on ELP but applicants will be required to provide evidence of meeting these requirements before the start of studies.

Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (with specialisation) Applicants should hold an undergraduate degree or other qualifications deemed to be AQF equivalent. English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.  Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages must hold an undergraduate degree, three-year diploma, or other qualifications deemed to be AQF equivalent. English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements. This will apply to both domestic and international applicants. Offer may be conditional on ELP but applicants will be required to provide evidence of meeting these requirements before the start of studies.

Master of Islamic Studies Applicants for the Master of Islamic Studies must meet the following requirements. *          A completed Bachelors Degree (or AQF equivalent) English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.  Graduate Diploma of Islamic Studies Applicants for the Graduate Diploma of Islamic Studies must meet the following requirements. *          A completed Bachelors Degree (or AQF equivalent) in any discipline from a University or other tertiary education provider. English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements. This will apply to both domestic and international applicants. Offer may be conditional on ELP but applicants will be required to provide evidence of meeting these requirements before the start of studies. Graduate Certificate in Islamic Studies Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Islamic Studies must meet the following admission requirements. A completed Bachelors Degree (or AQF equivalent) in any discipline from a University or other tertiary education provider. OR Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than three years. English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements. This will apply to both domestic and international applicants. Offer may be conditional on ELP but applicants will be required to provide evidence of meeting these requirements before the start of studies.