Charles Sturt University (CSU) Courses

Master of Ethics and Legal Studies Bachelor degree or as a minimum a TAFE Diploma/Certificates and/or work history that demonstrates holding a senior position demonstrating relevant work experience.

A completed High School Certificate with an ATAR of 70 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent. 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 IV or higher level qualification. OR 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification. OR A completed 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 Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than two years. AND STANDARD English Language Proficiency requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.

This is a graduate entry degree. For entry into this course applicants must hold a prior bachelor's award and have an appropriate academic background in the Key Learning Areas (KLAs) as determined by NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), previously NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES). To determine which designated teaching area(s) your undergraduate qualifications may relate to, you can find an overview of the content required for specific teaching areas in NSW via the NESA website. You must upload a verified copy of the transcript and award for your completed undergraduate degree. Content requirements Your undergraduate (or any postgraduate) degree(s) must contain at least one year of full-time study in one Key Learning Area, or a combination of KLAs from the primary school curriculum. One year of study is defined as eight semester-long units of undergraduate study. This can be in one KLA, such as Mathematics, or a combination of KLAs, such as a combination of units across English, Human Society and its Environment, and Creative Arts. For entry into a primary graduate-entry initial teacher education program, CSU will assess to what extent the studies in your undergraduate degree meet the NESA content requirements. NESA does not provide this assessment. Further information about the content required for specific teaching areas in New South Wales is available on the NESA website. Applicants for the Master of Teaching (Primary) must meet the following requirements: A completed Bachelor’s Degree (or AQF equivalent) in any discipline, with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4. 0 (Pass average) AND Completion of a minimum of 8 university-level subjects which align with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) requirements for K-6 teaching (may be within Bachelor Degree) AND Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements as detailed below. Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds are deemed to meet ELP requirements if they: * were born in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, USA, United Kingdom or South Africa and have completed at least one qualification in one of  those countries and the language in which the qualification was undertaken was  English; OR * were not born in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, USA, United Kingdom or South Africa but have completed senior secondary study or at  least a diploma in one of these countries and the  language in which the qualification was undertaken was English; OR * achieve an overall IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7. 5 (with no score below 7 in reading and writing, and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening).   Refer to the Concordance Tables at http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for equivalent measures in other tests.   Testing results must be within two years from the date of your application for admission.

Candidates admitted to the course will: * hold a Class 1 or Class 2 division 1 Honours degree in a computing related discipline, or a Masters degree in a computing related discipline or another discipline deemed to be equivalent; * normally have at least five years of full-time (or equivalent) professional experience, a significant amount of which should be at middle and/or senior management level; * meet the University's English language proficiency requirements; * normally be required to certify that they have access to an appropriate organisation to carry out their empirical research work. These admission requirements are necessary to ensure that candidates have sufficient academic ability and professional experience to conduct research that leads to advanced, critical reflection on professional practice in information technology.  Intending applicants should contact CSU on 1800 334 733 or submit an online enquiry if they have any questions about the course.

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).

Master of Human Resource Management (with specialisations) For entry to the Master of Human Resource Management applicants are required to have an undergraduate degree from a recognised Australian tertiary institution (or equivalent).   Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management 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 Human Resource Management and receive credit for applicable subjects. Graduate Certificate In Human Resource Management Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management 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 Human Resource Management and receive credit for applicable subjects.

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. Admission requirements - Australian and New Zealand studentsFor Australian and New Zealand students there are two levels of entry for students undertaking the Master of Health Services Management:Entry type 1Students must hold an undergraduate degree and have at least two years' experience in the health industry. Students undertake 12 subjects (five core and seven elective subjects totalling 96 points). Applicants should also provide a comprehensive CV and letters of reference with their application to demonstrate professional experience. Entry type 2Students must hold an undergraduate degree and have completed or concurrently undertake a management trainee program sponsored by the Australian College of Health Services Executives (ACHSE). Students undertake eight subjects (five core and three elective subjects) in the Masters program and are awarded 32 points credit for the completion of the ACHSE program following the successful completion of those eight subjects. Admission requirements - Canadian studentsFor Canadian students, there is one level of entry for students undertaking the Master of Health Services Management. Students must hold an undergraduate degree and have at least two years' experience in the health industry. Students undertake 12 subjects (five core and seven elective subjects totalling 96 points).

Master of Education (Knowledge Networks and Digital Innovation) An applicant for admission to the degree of Master of Education (Knowledge Networks and Digital Innovation) must have the following qualifications: * A degree of Bachelor of Education or AQF equivalent from an approved tertiary institution; or * A 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); or English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.

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).

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 Sustainable Agriculture A completed Bachelors Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline from a University or other tertiary education provider. OR A completed Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture from a University or other tertiary education provider (or equivalent). OR A completed Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Agriculture from a University or other tertiary education provider (or equivalent). OR Relevant Industry experience from the agricultural/business sector of at least 2 years or equivalent knowledge gained through alternate means. AND Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency requirements apply.  Graduate Diploma of Sustainable Agriculture A completed Bachelors Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline from a University or other tertiary education provider. OR A completed Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture from a University or other tertiary education provider (or equivalent). OR Relevant Industry experience from the agricultural/business sector of at least 2 years or equivalent knowledge gained through alternate means. AND Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency requirements apply.  Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture A completed Bachelors Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline from a University or other tertiary education provider. OR Relevant Industry experience from the agricultural/business sector of at least 2 years or equivalent knowledge gained through alternate means. AND Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency requirements apply.

Bachelor of Paramedicine (Honours) On campus, full-time: All students enrol at first in the Bachelor of Paramedicine. Students who have achieved a GPA of 5 or better upon completing the second year of the Bachelor of Paramedicine are eligible to transfer into the Bachelor of Paramedicine (Honours) if: They have forged a working relationship with a potential supervisor Supervision in their field of interest is available The field of interest of students align with research capacity in the School of Biomedical Science or at CSU Bachelor of Paramedicine A completed High School Certificate with an ATAR of 70 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent. 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 IV or higher level qualification. OR 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification. OR A completed 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 Qualified paramedics employed full-time with an ambulance service and who have completed a minimum of 2 years’ service. OR Full-time medics with the Australian Defence Forces (ADF) who have completed the Basic Medical Assistance course and have 2 years post-qualification experience. AND English language requirements apply. An Academic IELTS of 7. 0 with no score below a 6. 5 in each of the individual skill areas or a qualification deemed equivalent. NOTE Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Paramedicine will be required to obtain a National Police Certificate, have appropriate immunisation status and hold a Senior First-Aid Certificate prior to enrolment in their first placement subject. This course has mandatory competencies that must be passed to ensure satisfactory course completion. Applicants with health, medical or other conditions may be unable to complete these mandatory competencies and hence be ineligible to graduate from the course.