Our University

For the Public Good

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others.

We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish.

The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in.

This phrase represents who we are at CSU – our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place.

Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

Our history
Our ethos
Our future
Our mascot

Our mascot

Hello Charlie! Charlie the Cockatoo is proud to join Charles Sturt University. Charlie is an Australian native, perfectly at home in urban or regional environments, and very familiar with Charles Sturt University's regional footprint.

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Important dates

Date Name Description
15 February 2020

2020 Session 1 Online Orientation

Join us for academic, study skills and support sessions online. You can now register for Orientation sessions.

24 February 2020

2020 Session 1 On Campus Orientation

On Campus Orientation begins for Session 1. Join us on campus to get started in your course, meet our services and support staff and join social events. Get started

28 February 2020

2020 Session 1 Final date for applications

Final date for late applications for study commencing in Session 1 2020.  (session code: 202030)

Applications received during this period will only be considered if places remain available in the nominated course and where the nominated course does not have a residential school prior to the start of session.

Publications and Policy

Following our commitment to sustainability, we are minimising our printed publications and providing these online.

Our Leadership Team

Our insightful leadership and forward-thinking governance is helping to create the world we want to live in.

Working at CSU

The diversity, passion and engagement of our staff is integral to our success.