Charles Sturt University (CSU) Courses

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.

Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health) To be admitted in the Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health) applicants will: be of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background; and demonstrate an aptitude to undertake this course through previous relevant experiences in the field of mental health and Indigenous issues; AND, if required: have completed a bridging program.

Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Audiovisual Archiving must meet the following admission requirements: A completed Bachelor degree (or AQF equivalent). OR Demonstrated work experience of 3 years full time equivalence within the field of study or equivalent  AND English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.

Master of Leadership and Management (Policing and Security) Candidates for admission to the Master of Leadership and Management (Policing and Security) degree shall: either hold a Bachelor degree in a related area, or have qualified for an equivalent award; or  have completed the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Leadership and Management (Policing and Security) or subjects deemed equivalent by the Course Coordinator. Candidates for admission to the Executive Masters in International Police Leadership shall: Hold a Bachelor degree in a related area, or have qualified for an equivalent award, or Have completed the requirements of the Canadian Police College Executive Development Program Additionally, a number of police jurisdictions have credit arrangements with awards in AGSPS , and prospective applicants should discuss these with the Course Coordinator. Graduate Diploma of Leadership and Management (Policing and Security) Either hold a Bachelor degree in a related field, OR have qualified for an equivalent award OR have completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management(Policing and Security) or subjects deemed equivalent by Course Coordinator. Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management (Policing and Security) either hold a Bachelor degree in a related field, or have qualified for an equivalent award OR be able to prove experience in a leadership and management role to the satisfaction of the Course Coordinator

Master of Environmental Management (with specialisations) A completed Bachelor Degree (or Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent) in a relevant discipline related to the course profile from a recognised University or other tertiary education provider. OR A completed Honours degree in any field from a University or other tertiary education provider (or equivalent). OR Relevant industry or professional experience within the same industry as the course profile, of at least five years full time or equivalence, demonstrated by a detailed resume. AND STANDARD English Language Proficiency requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents. csu. edu. au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.