Charles Sturt University (CSU) Courses

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.

Master of Classical Arabic Applicants for the Master of Arts (Classical Arabic) must meet the following admission 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 Classical Arabic Applicants for the Graduate Diploma of Classical Arabic 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 Classical Arabic Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Classical Arabic must meet the following requirements. OR *          A completed Bachelor (or AQF equivalent) in any discipline from a University or other tertiary education provider. OR Three years full time equivalent industry experience or equivalent knowledge gained through alternate means.   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 Applied Digital Marketing Graduate Certificate in Applied Digital Marketing   A completed Bachelor Degree in a related field OR At least 2 years relevant industry experience for students entering the Graduate Certificate without an undergraduate degree Master of Applied Digital Marketing A completed Bachelor Degree in a related field OR A completed Bachelor Degree in a different field plus at least 2 years relevant industry experience Graduate Certificate in Applied Digital Marketing A completed Bachelor Degree in a related field OR At least 2 years relevant industry experience for students entering the Graduate Certificate without an undergraduate degree

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (with specialisations) (Honours) In order to be eligible for transfer into the Honours stream at the beginning of year 3, students will be required to achieve grades of Credit or above in at least 50% of first and second level subjects and at least a Pass level for all remaining subjects. Selection into the Honours stream will depend upon high academic merit and the availability of supervisors and research topics.  Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (with specialisations) 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 English Language Proficiency. An Academic IELTS of 6. 5 with no score below a 6. 0 in each of the individual skill areas or a qualification deemed equivalent.

Master of Communication (generic and with specialisations) Master of Communication (with or without specialisations) 128 credit points Applicants for the Master of Communication (with or without specialisations) must meet the following Admission Requirements: Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree  (or AQF equivalent) in a discipline other than communication or media studies from an Australian University or Successful completion of a Graduate Certificate (or AQF equivalent) in a discipline other than communication or media studies English Language Proficiency An Academic IELTS with a minimum score of 6. 5 with no individual score below 6 or a qualification deemed by CSU to be equivalent. (See Concordance Tables) Additional Course Requirements Applicants without tertiary qualifications must successfully complete the Graduate Certificate of Communication (with specialisation) prior to admission to the Master of Communication. Master of Communication (with or without specialisations) 96 credit points Applicants for the Master of Communication (with or without specialisations) must meet the following Admission Requirements: Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree  (or AQF equivalent) in communication or media studies from an Australian University or Successful completion of a Graduate Certificate in Communication from CSU or Successful completion of a Graduate Diploma in a discipline other than communication or media studies English Language Proficiency An Academic IELTS with a minimum score of 6. 5 with no individual score below 6 or a qualification deemed by CSU to be equivalent. (See Concordance Tables) Master of Communication (with or without specialisations) 64 credit points Applicants for the Master of Communication (with or without specialisations) 64 credit points must meet the following Admission Requirements: Successful completion of a Graduate Diploma  in Communication at CSU English Language Proficiency An Academic IELTS with a minimum score of 6. 5 with no individual score below 6 or a qualification deemed by CSU to be equivalent. (See Concordance Tables)Graduate Certificate in Communication (with specialisations) Graduate Certificate in Communication (Journalism) Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Communication (Journalism) must meet the following Admission Requirements: A completed Bachelor (or AQF equivalent) in any discipline OR Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than four years full time 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 Communication (Organisational Communication) Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Communication (Organisational Communication) must meet the following requirements. A completed Bachelor Degree (or AQF equivalent) or Demonstrated work experience of at least four years fulltime equivalent  in a communication or media role. A full CV with at least 2 referee contacts to confirm  previous employment must be submitted with application. 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.

Candidates for admission to the Doctor of Social Work shall: * have completed a Class 1 or Class 2 Division 1 Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) degree OR * have a master degree in social work  or human services by coursework attained at a Distinction average (6. 0) or better OR * have a master degree by research in social work or human services, and have at least three years of full-time-equivalent professional practice in social work or human services AND * meet the University's English language proficiency requirements. Variation to admission requirements based on alternative academic qualifications will be provisionally assessed by the Course Director and a recommendation on admission made to the Research Committee.

Master of Clinical Psychology Applicants must possess: personal suitability to undertake professional practice as a psychologist a four-year APAC-accredited qualification in psychology at Honours 2A level or better (or an equivalent qualification) full registration as a psychologist   Additional admission criteriaApplicants must provide the following:evidence of general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA)a completed Master of Clinical Psychology Supplementary Application Formreferences from two professional and two academic referees, submitted via the online National Psychology Reference SystemPlease note that the National Psychology Reference system is now used by all Australian Universities. To be able to use the system, you will need to have an active subscription. The cost is $25 and can be paid for through the 'My Account' section in the payment tab.   For full details, please refer to the interactive user guide for students, referees and administration users and the Psychological Reference Guide. While the university encourages applicants to make every effort to obtain the required number of referee reports, it is recognised that some applicants may have difficulty arranging two academic referees. These applicants are advised to explain in a covering letter attached to their application the circumstances that prevented them from meeting this requirement. In these circumstances, applicants should provide additional professional referee reports. Selection interviewThe most competitive applicants are contacted by the selection committee for a telephone interview. This is the final stage in the selection process, and a formal offer of a place in the course may follow shortly after a successful interview. Applicants who are selected for interview will receive further information in advance of the interview.

Bachelor of Wine Business 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. NOTE Successful applicants who do not have an appropriate high school background in chemistry or mathematics are strongly recommended to undertake Introductory Chemistry (SSS010) or Foundation Mathematics (SSS018) in the University's Study Link program prior to commencing study in the course. This course contains workplace learning components requiring access to winery or basic winemaking and analysis equipment for the production of a wine (WSC201) and a four-week placement in a commercial vineyard, winery or wine business (AHT274).

Applicants to the Master of Management (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) should have successfully completed the Graduate Diploma of Management (Professional Practice) and/or the Graduate Certificate of Management (Professional Practice). Applicants without these qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.