Charles Sturt University (CSU) Courses

Applicants for the Bachelor of Accounting 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 with some elements of business management or supervision, demonstrated by a detailed resume. English Language Proficiency Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency Requirements apply.

Applicants for the Bachelor of Outdoor Education must meet the following admission requirements: A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with an ATAR of at least 65 or 60 if eligible for the Regional Bonus. OR Accredited post-secondary school studies, Certificate 4 or higher, completed through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or university that demonstrate to the Faculty a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) achieved AND (if applicable) English Language Proficiency entry requirements for International students from non-English-speaking backgrounds, which consist of 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). NOTE: Please refer to relevant National or State employing bodies for their English language proficiency requirements when seeking employment. Please note: during your application, you will need to complete a short questionnaire on behalf of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership, who accredit this course.

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.

For entry to the Master of Business Administration (Law Enforcement and 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 Commerce 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 Business Administration (Law Enforcement and Security) and receive credit for applicable subjects.

Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Human Services must meet the following requirements: Completed Bachelor (or AQF equivalent) in human services, social work, social welfare, social sciences, nursing, health or related areas; OR A completed Bachelor (or AQF equivalent), needing to complete pre-requisite subjects for purpose of applying to the Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) degree; OR Five years full time (or equivalent) work experience in Human Services with a supporting reference from their employer. 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 Inclusive Education An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of Master of Inclusive Education must have at least the following minimum qualifications: * 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 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 qualification (such as a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Bachelor of Teaching Secondary) in teaching, speech pathology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, or psychology; or * possess other qualifications and/or work experience deemed to be AQF equivalent; and * complete any additional qualifying subjects or course prescribed by the Faculty Board. 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 Inclusive Education Entry is available to candidates with a three-year qualification in education or a degree with an end-on diploma in education 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.

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. AND STANDARD English Language Proficiency requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.

Essential requirements for admission Higher CSU English Language Proficiency requirements For International students from non-English-speaking backgrounds: 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). Demonstrate minimum capability in the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) non-academic attribute and motivation requirements for effective teachers. Applicants with higher education study Successful completion of at least 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. 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. Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study A completed AQF Certificate III (or higher) at an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification at an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. Applicants with work and life experience Commissioned Officers from Australian Police, Fire, Mercantile Marine, Civil Aviation and Defence Forces (and related) can be admitted on the basis of rank, license, class, length of service and/or competencies achieved. 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) Indigenous Access Program (IAP) CSU Diploma of General Studies Elite Athletes Program Please note: during your application, you will need to complete a short questionnaire on behalf of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership, who accredit this course.

Applicants for the Bachelor of Information Technology must meet the following Admission Requirements: * A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with an ATAR of at least 65 (including adjustment factors). OR * Completion of the HSC (or equivalent) with strong performance (such as 60% or higher marks) in subjects in the Information Technology area. OR * Successful completion of at least two appropriate standard IT university-level subjects. 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 * IT related professional certifications such as from CISCO, Microsoft, IBM and other professional industries. 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. OR * A completed AQF Certificate III in Information Technology (including any specialisation of Information Technology) or a completed AQF Certificate III in an area related to Information Technology. English Language Proficiency Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency Requirements apply. Applicants for the Bachelor of Information Technology TAFE NSW Integrated Program must meet the following Admission Requirements: Enrolment in one of the following programs at TAFE NSW Albury or Wagga campuses: * Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology * Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) * Diploma of Information Technology (Networking) * Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Network Security) Successful applicants will concurrently study the above TAFE NSW courses along with selected subjects in the Bachelor of Information Technology, Network Engineering specialisation, at either the Albury or Wagga campuses of Charles Sturt University. Credits will be granted into the Bachelor of Information Technology for completion of the TAFE component of the integrated program. Students of the integrated program can optionally choose to sit for the following industry certifications (additional costs will apply): CompTIA A+ certification EC Council Certified Ethical Hacker certification Cisco CCNA Routing and switching certification The Bachelor of Information Technology TAFE integrated program can be completed in three years by full-time study. To apply for the TAFE integrated program, you must apply to both CSU and TAFE NSW Riverina Institute. Contact TAFE NSW Riverina Institute and enrol in the Diploma of Information Technology (Networking)Complete the CSU Application for Admission form. Riverina Institute staff will be able to help you complete this form. Use the admission code 'KBTG' for study at Albury-Wodonga, or 'KBTH' for study at Wagga WaggaReturn the CSU Application for Admission form to Riverina Institute staff, who will process it through CSU on your behalf.

Master of Dispute Resolution (with specialisations) For entry to the Master of Dispute Resolution 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 Dispute Resolution, Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution, Graduate Certificate in Organisational Coaching and Leadership or the Graduate Diploma of Organisational Coaching and Leadership on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Dispute Resolution and receive credit for applicable subjects. Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Dispute Resolution and receive credit for applicable subjects. Graduate Certificate in Dispute Resolution Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Dispute Resolution 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 Dispute Resolution and receive credit for applicable subjects.

Master of Dispute Resolution (with specialisations) For entry to the Master of Dispute Resolution 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 Dispute Resolution, Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution, Graduate Certificate in Organisational Coaching and Leadership or the Graduate Diploma of Organisational Coaching and Leadership on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Dispute Resolution and receive credit for applicable subjects. Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Dispute Resolution and receive credit for applicable subjects. Graduate Certificate in Dispute Resolution Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Dispute Resolution 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 Dispute Resolution and receive credit for applicable subjects.

A completed High School Certificate with an ATAR of 70 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent. OR Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Diploma in Veterinary Nursing. OR Successful completion of two University level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. OR A completed AQF Certificate IV or higher level qualification. OR Documentary evidence of training e. g. related courses and a minimum of three years relevant work experience. Work experience must include a statement by the applicant addressing the types of work they have undertaken and the reason(s) for their interest in the course. A statement of support (recommendation) from an employer or a professional person is highly desirable.