Charles Sturt University (CSU) Courses

Master of Health Services Management An undergraduate degree or eligible AHPRA registration where the current standard is a bachelor pass degree and 2 years of experience in the health services industry. Graduate Diploma of Health Services Management An undergraduate degree or eligible AHPRA registration where the current standard is a bachelor pass degree and 2 years of experience in the health services industry. Graduate Certificate in Leading Change (Health Services) An undergraduate degree or eligible AHPRA registration where the current standard is a bachelor pass degree and 2 years of experience in the health services industry. Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management An undergraduate degree or eligible AHPRA registration where the current standard is a bachelor pass degree and 2 years of experience in the health services industry. All applicants should provide a comprehensive CV and letters of reference with application documentation to demonstrate a minimum of two years' experience in a health-related or business-related industry.

Applicants for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Data Management must have the following qualifications: Hold a Bachelor’s degree in information studies, information systems or business or equivalent from an approved tertiary institution.

Applicants for the Bachelor of Business (Marketing) must meet the following Admission Requirements: * A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with an ATAR of at least 65 (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 III 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 of at least two years full time equivalence duration with some elements of management or supervision demonstrated by a detailed resume. English Language Proficiency Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency Requirements apply.

Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning 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 Applied Finance and receive credit for applicable subjects.

Master of Terrorism and Security Studies An undergraduate degree or relevant industry experience. Graduate Diploma of Terrorism and Security Studies An undergraduate degree or relevant industry experience. Graduate Certificate in Terrorism and Security Studies An undergraduate degree or relevant industry experience.

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) Students will be invited to enter the Honours program on completion of the first three years of the Bachelor of Social Work (full-time equivalent). Acceptance into the program is subject to the approval of a Social Work Honours Committee. Normally students should have Grade Point Average of 5. 0 or higher AND have completed the following subjects: HCS204 Research Methods HCS200 Social Work Theory and Practice 1 HCS202 Social Work Theory and Practice 2 HCS303 Social Work Field Education 1 . Bachelor of Social Work An ATAR of 65 (including adjustment factors) OR 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 A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification undertaken post-secondary schooling. OR 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification OR 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 Successful completion of the CSU Indigenous Access Program OR Successful application via the Schools Recommendation Scheme AND Standard English Language Proficiency requirements - refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language  for the specific requirements. Integrated Bachelor of Social Work Students may be admitted to the course on the basis of: Meeting one of the requirements as set above (ATAR of 65 or equivalent) and standard English language requirements* AND Concurrent enrolment with an affiliated institution in a course that will lead to completion of a Diploma of Community Services. Articulated Bachelor of Social Work Students may also be admitted to the course on the basis of a completed accredited Diploma in the human services discipline, including, but not limited to those listed below: * Diploma of Community Services * Diploma of Community Services (Alcohol and Other Drugs) * Diploma of Community Services (Alcohol and Other Drugs and Mental Health) * Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) * Diploma of Community Services (Financial Counselling) * Diploma of Community Services (Mental Health) * Diploma of Community Services Work * Diploma of Community Development * Diploma of Counselling * Diploma of Disability * Diploma of Youth Work OR Other completed Diploma in the human services discipline, as assessed as appropriate by the Course Director AND Standard English Language Proficiency requirements - refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language  for the specific requirements. * *Please note: While CSU standard English Language Proficiency requirements satisfy the entry criteria for this degree, an academic IELTS with a minimum overall score of 7 and with no score below 7 in each of the individual skill areas may be required by the AASW for employment purposes, in accordance with its English Language Policy (https://www. aasw. asn. au/document/item/139 ). How to applyAll applicants must apply to CSU through UAC or direct to CSU online. Applicants for the Integrated pathway must also apply online to an affiliated TAFE NSW campus for a course that will lead to completion of a Diploma of Community Services (see Credit

Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree from an appropriate tertiary institution and must have completed subjects PSY101 and PSY102 or their equivalents.

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. Compulsory interview / auditionA compulsory interview and audition is required for entry to this course.  Book your interview and audition.

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.

Applicants for the Bachelor of Policing must meet the following Admission Requirements: * Applicants must be serving police officers in a police service, or active as a member in a law enforcement organisation carrying out investigations and launching prosecutions on behalf of the public, with a minimum of one year experience demonstrated by a detailed resume. English Language Proficiency Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency Requirements apply.

Applicants for the Bachelor of Computer Science must meet the following Admission Requirements: * A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with an ATAR equal to 65 (including adjustment factors) or greater. OR * A Higher School Certificate (or equivalent) with results of 60% or higher in subjects in the Software Development, English and Mathematics areas. OR *   For recent school leavers, a report from the School Principal, equivalent to that used in the School Recommendation Scheme (SRS), recommending the applicant as well-suited for university study. OR * Successful study at University level of at least two subjects in any area, as long as the subjects are full university level. OR * A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate III or higher in Information Technology (including any specialisation of Information Technology), studied at a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or AQF equivalent Certificate IV in an area related to Information Technology. OR * Two years relevant professional IT work experience (i. e. in areas such as programmer, analyst, systems administration, help desk, network support but NOT clerical roles such as data entry or secretarial) demonstrated by a detailed resume. English Language Proficiency Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency Requirements apply.

Master of Arts (Intelligence Analysis) A broader range of students are now eligible for entry to the course. The course is designed to both assist existing intelligence practitioners, and those hoping to access this field. As such students who are already working in as an intelligence analyst/practitioner, as well as those who hope to enter the profession are admitted (on a case by case basis) to the course. Normally, applicants will have an undergraduate degree and relevant professional experience. Graduate Diploma of Intelligence Analysis Graduate Diploma: Applicants must have completed requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Intelligence Analysis. Graduate Certificate in Intelligence Analysis Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Intelligence Analysis need to satisfy one or more of the following criteria: Be working as an intelligence practitioner in a law enforcement, national security, regulatory or commercial agency. Demonstrate professional experience in one or more practitioner contexts (strategic, operational or tactical intelligence). Have completed a relevant CSU intelligence short course or an industry based course recognised by CSU. Hold an undergraduate or post-graduate qualification in criminology, justice or security studies. Satisfy the Course Coordinator of other skills or professional qualifications that would make the candidate eligible for entrance into the course.