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CSU’s Choose your career booklet answers some of the questions Year 10 students (and their parents) may have when choosing subjects for Years 11 and 12, and provides advice on study options.

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WHAT CAN CSU OFFER YOU?

CHOOSE YOURCAREER

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IntroducingWelcome to Charles Sturt University!

Picking your subjects for the HSC and

planning what you want to study

at uni can seem a bit daunting.

Follow us through this book,

and we will make the transition

from school easier by telling you

what to expect at university

and give you some ideas to get started.

Once upon

a time...

AliceAge: 19

Interests: drawing

ScottAge: 18

Interests: music and movies

OliverAge: 19

Interests: origami and gaming

CharlieAge: 16

Interests: music and roller-blading

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SO...

WHERE ARE WE GOING?

I‛M MOVING ONTO CSU‛S

CAMPUS,

AND I NEED YOUR HELP TO SET UP MY ROOM.

YOU DIDN‛T SAY A WORD. I THINK YOU TRIED TO GO TO

BED, BUT INSTEAD YOU WENT TO FLOOR.

YOU‛VE BEEN OUT WITH THE OTHER BOYS

AGAIN, TELLING THEM, “NO, WE‛RE JUST FRIENDS”

WHERE DO I END

AND WHERE DO YOU BEGIN?...

CHOOSE YOUR CAREER 3 CHOOSE YOUR CAREER 3 CHOOSE YOUR CAREER 3

CONTENTSStepping into the next stage of your life .............................. 2Where is Charles Sturt University? ...................................... 4What can I study where? .................................................... 5What’s it like at uni? .......................................................... 6 - Life on campus ...................................................... 6 - Clubs and societies ................................................. 6 - What teaching facilities are there? .......................... 7open day every day ............................................................. 7Give yourself the best chance ............................................. 8 - Gain hands-on experience ....................................... 8 - Produce a portfolio .................................................. 8 - Give back to the community .................................... 8Good sources of advice ....................................................... 9HSC Online ......................................................................... 9Pathways to CSU .............................................................. 10CSU PLUS ......................................................................... 10 - Early entry program (PREP) ................................... 10 - Regional Bonus Point Scheme ............................... 10 - Elite Athlete Friendly University (EAFU)................... 10TAFE options ..................................................................... 11CSU Global - study overseas ............................................. 11Going to uni ...................................................................... 12 - Costs .................................................................... 12 - Accommodation .................................................... 12 - Help with costs ..................................................... 12 - Scholarships ......................................................... 12Frequently asked questions .............................................. 13MyDay .............................................................................. 13What will I study? ............................................................. 14Choosing your subjects for Years 11 and 12 ...................... 15Watch this space .............................................................. 19

University terms ................................................................ 20

THIS GUIDE IS DESIGNED TO HELP YEAR 1O STUDENTS PLAN THEIR YEAR 11 & 12 STUDIES IN PREPARATION FOR THE MANY OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO THEM AFTER FINISHING SCHOOL.

Going to university is an achievable goal for students who want to pursue their dream career.

As a Year 10 student, heading into your senior years of high school can be the most exciting and life-changing times of your schooling life. It is a time for becoming more independent, taking control of your future and embracing opportunities that will get you where you want to go.

The subject choices you make in Years 11 and 12 could help prepare you for university study and lead you to achieving your dream career.

Charles Sturt University (CSU) offers an extensive range of hands-on undergraduate degrees that cater for all kinds of interests. Turn the pages of this booklet to find out more about what life as a university student could be like and explore how CSU can help you to Choose Your Career!

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Choosing your subjectsYour subject choice should reflect your strengths and passions, and support your career aspirations. After all, you’re more likely to achieve the ATAR you need to get into your chosen couse if you enjoy what you are studying! If you are a creative person, selecting subjects in the Arts would be a good choice, just as choosing Science subjects would help if you aim to work in health care or science-related industries.

Some university courses assume you’ve already learned some things about the topic, so it is important to find out if there is any assumed knowledge or recommended studies for the university course you’re interested in when making your school subject choices. Doing some research and following your passion can reallyhelp to set you up to succeed.

Getting into uniOnce you have completed your senior studies and taken your final Year 12 exams, your hard work will be rewarded with an ATAR ranking. School leavers are generally offered a place in a university course based on their ATAR, however you may also be admitted on the basis of strong performance in subjects relevant to your course preference.

Some courses have other selection processes such as interviews, auditions, submission of portfolios and/or completion of questionnaires in addition to the usual University entry requirements. To find out if there are specific admission requirements for the CSU course you’re interested in, visit the online course brochure at: www.csu.edu.au/courses

NAME: CHARLIEAGE: 16INTERESTS: MUSIC AND

ROLLER-BLADING.

SCOTT (BROTHER)

HEY SCOTT,

TOOK YOUR TIME.

I‛VE JUST BEEN

MAKING DINNER.

COME ON IN!

SORRY MUM INSISTED I TAKE

ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING I WILL

EVER NEED.EVER!

Life after high school: what are my options?Your final years of high school will be action-packed with study, the excitement of planning for the future and fun times with friends. It’s a good idea to consider how you would like to approach this next chapter. You may choose to embark on your university journey right after school, or:

• take a gap year and travel the world

• undertake an apprenticeship

• attend TAFE

• get a full-time job.

If you decide to take a gap year to travel or work, you can accept an offer in a university degree but not start studying until six, 12, 18 or even 24 months later just by deferring your offer. You even have the option of studying part-time for some courses so you can work, or try our Single Subject Study option.

STEPPING INTO THE NEXT

STAGE OFYOUR LIFE

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Still deciding on your future career?If you don’t know what course you would like to study at university just yet, or if you change your mind about your career direction after you start, it’s completely fine, because:

• some CSU degrees have similar subjects at the start, allowing you to start one course and apply to transfer to another if you have a change of mind after the first year. Credit may be available for some completed subjects

• you can tailor your study to suit your own needs and interests with one of CSU’s general studies courses, including the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business Studies, Bachelor of Educational Studies, Bachelor of General Studies (Science) and the Bachelor of Liberal Studies (Arts)

• students can also study one subject at a time through CSU’s Single Subject Study program, which is a great way to sample university study before beginning your degree.

Pathways to uniCSU offers pathways and study preparation programs to help improve the skills you’ll need at university:

• STUDY LINK offers short courses to prepare you for university study before you even start your course

• the Diploma of General Studies is offered to recent school leavers who are interested in studying at CSU but do not meet the entry criteria or who require further preparation

• CSU and TAFE offer a range of articulated and integrated programs.

For more information, visit: www.csu.edu.au/oncampus/ getting-to-uni

WOAH... THIS PLACE IS HUGE!

ABOUT 20 PEOPLE LIVE HERE. IT NEEDS TO BE BIG.

COME ON UP!

Do you want

to know more

about preparing for

study at CSU?

Have a chat with

one of our friendly

student advisers.

Call 18oo 334 733

OPPORTUNITIES FREEDOM INSPIRATION VISION FUTURE

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WAGGA WAGGA

ALBURY-WODONGA

SYDNEY

ACT

ORANGE

N E W S O U T H W A L E S

V I C T O R I A

BATHURST

MELBOURNE

CANBERRA

DUBBO

PORT MACQUARIE

WANGARATTA

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I THINK SO. CHARLIE‛S COME TO

HELP UNPACK...

...WHERE IS SHE?

DID YOU BRING

EVERYTHING?

HURRY UP, CHARLIE. HEY, OLIVER,

YOU STARTED UNI LAST

YEAR, RIGHT?

YEAH. WHY‛S THAT?

NAME: OLIVERAGE: 19INTERESTS: ORIGAMI AND GAMING.

CSU’s main campuses are located in some of Australia’s fastest growing regional cities, offering a unique study and cultural experience. We have campuses in Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Port Macquarie and Wagga Wagga, as well as study locations in Canberra, Holmesglen, Parramatta and Wangaratta. Each study location offers its own special experiences, and wherever you choose to study, you will quickly become part of the CSU family.

Studying on campus at CSU has some great advantages:

� make lifelong friends by living and mixing with other students

� first year students are guaranteed on campus accommodation for their first year

� join social activities and clubs

� small class sizes mean you will have more one-on-one time with your lecturers

� gain valuable hands-on skills in our state-of-the-art on campus facilities

� living on campus means things like bills will be taken care of so you can study, relax and enjoy your univeristy experience!

WHERE IS

CHARLES STURT

UNIVERSITY?

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I‛M JUST TRYING TO FIGURE OUT

WHAT I HAVE TO DO, BUT I DON‛T KNOW.

SHE‛S IN

YEAR 10.

THAT‛S FINE.

I WASN‛T SURE WHAT I SHOULD DO WHEN

I WAS IN YEAR 10 EITHER.

I CAN GIVE YOU A HAND.

WHAT DO YOU

NEED TO KNOW??

As different courses are available for study on the

various CSU study locations, please use this list as a guide.

Visit: www.csu.edu.au for more information

Bathurst• advertising, marketing, public relations• business • computer science• early childhood and primary,

K-12 education• engineering• exercise and sport science• information technology• nursing and paramedics• criminal justice• journalism, radio, theatre / media • psychology and social science

Canberra• theology

Wagga Wagga• acting• agricultural science and agribusiness• animation, fine arts, graphic design

and photography • arts• business• early childhood and primary,

K-12 education, education (TAS) • information studies• information technology • mathematics and science• medical science• nursing and mental health• oral health• pharmacy• psychology• social work• television production and design• veterinary, animal and equine sciences• viticulture and wine science• veterinary technology

Wangaratta*• agricultural business management• agriculture, horticulture, wine business• nursing• veterinary technology

Albury-Wodonga• business

• early childhood and primary; K-12 education

• environmental science; outdoor recreation; ecotourism; parks, recreation and heritage

• information technology

• nursing

• occupational therapy; physiotherapy; podiatric medicine; speech and language pathology; health and rehabilitation

Dubbo

• early childhood and primary education• nursing• social work

Port Macquarie• advertising; graphic design;

public relations• accounting; business • criminal justice • K-12 education• medical imaging, nuclear medicine and

paramedics• psychology and social science

Holmesglen• oral health (therapy / hygiene)

Orange• clinical science; dental science• pharmacy• physiotherapy

Sydney• business studies • hotel management• theology

CHOOSE YOUR CAREER 7

WHAT CAN I STUDY

WHERE?

*courses are offered by supported distance education.

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Clubs and societies

Our campus locations allow CSU students

to access a range of activities in the regions.

On campus, you can join one of CSU’s

sporting or recreational clubs, or consider

one of our social, religious, cultural or study

clubs. You could even be a presenter on our

very own university radio station at CSU in

Bathurst or represent CSU at the University

Games. Whatever your choice, it’s a great

way to get involved in uni life.

Sporting facilities vary between

campuses and may include:

• swimming pool

• fully-equipped gym

• football, soccer and hockey fields

• basketball, squash, netball,

volleyball and tennis courts

• walking and bike tracks.

Life on campusLiving on campus gives you the chance

to live and learn at the heart of the action.

You will be within walking distance to

lectures, learning and teaching facilities, as

well as eateries, and sports and recreational

facilities. All the resources and support you

could need are right at your fingertips.

There are affordable accommodation

options on our regional campuses at

Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange

and Wagga Wagga, with great student

support on campus. About half of the beds

available on each campus are allocated to

first-year students and accommodation

is guaranteed in your first year of study,

so you can be sure you will be looked after!

O Week provides the perfect snapshot

of uni life and gives you the opportunity

to meet lots of new students before

you begin your university journey.

I‛M NOT

SURE...

WHAT DO YOU

THINK I SHOULD KNOW?

HAVE YOU PICKED YOUR SUBJECTS FOR YEARS 11 AND 12?

NOT YET, SHE

CAN‛T DECIDE.

THAT‛S OKAY.

IF YOU PICK ONES YOU‛RE

GOOD AT, YOU CAN GET A HIGHER ATAR.

Life as a uni student is an exciting time when you can

really embrace your newfound independence.

Whether you decide to live on campus, share a house

with friends, or stay at home, there are many ways to meet

new people, take on new interests and have fun while

studying for your dream career.

WHAT’S IT LIKE

AT UNI?

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Take advantage of our open day every day campus tour program with a personal guided tour of the CSU campus of your choice. One of our friendly student ambassadors will show you around the campus, sharing with you their experiences as a CSU student and answering your questions.

If you already have an idea of what you would like to study, you may have the opportunity to meet lecturers who teach in that area and see the learning facilities you would be using.

You can schedule a tour whenever it suits you, on any working day of the year. Call 1800 334 733 or visit: www.csu.edu.au/campustour to book.

If you can’t make it to a tour in person, take a virtual tour of CSU’s campuses at: www.csu.edu.au/virtual-tour

Each CSU campus has its own distinct personality, with facilities built to support the learning of their students. At CSU you’ll find:

� anatomy and physiology laboratories

� Community Engagement and Wellness Centre, including podiatry and physiotherapy

� herbarium

� biochemistry laboratory

� industry standard media centre with broadcasting radio station

� television studios and editing suites

� exercise and sports science laboratory

� clinical and nursing laboratories

� state-of-the-art dental clinics and teaching facilities

� science and chemistry laboratories

� farm and equine centre

� state-of-the-art veterinary science clinics and teaching facilities

� state-of-the-art pharmacy, physiotherapy and rehabilitation science laboratories

� commercial winery.

Add these to our student recreational facilities, and your experience at CSU will be unforgettable!

ATAR?

ALMOST EVERY COURSE HAS AN ATAR.THE HIGHER YOUR

ATAR,THE MORE CHOICE YOU‛LL HAVE WHEN GOING

TO UNI.

I SEE. WHAT ELSE

SHOULD I KNOW?

HMM...

FOR SOME OF THE COURSES, IT HELPS TO HAVE DONE CERTAIN

SUBJECTS FOR YOUR HSC.

opendayeveryday

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WHAT TEACHING FACILITIES ARE THERE?

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Gain hands-on experienceGetting some work experience related to the course of your choice can really help you stand out from the crowd when applying for courses that have a high ATAR, or which ask you to submit a portfolio or attend an interview, as it demonstrates your enthusiasm and commitment.

Work experience allows you to participate in the daily activities of a profession and provides the perfect taste of a career area before you commit to univeristy study. The key to making the most of work experience opportunities is to work in different industries so you can compare career areas and find out which one best suits your interests.

Produce a portfolioSome courses require you to complete a portfolio as part of your application. This is a great opportunity to show us your hidden talents and full potential! It’s never too early to make a start on collecting examples of your best work, as you can continue to add to this during the final years of school. Having a wide range of examples will allow you to refine your portfolio later on. You should also include any work completed while on work experience in your portfolio.

Give back to the communityStudents who give their time and effort to community service are highly valued by CSU. Giving back to the community by becoming a volunteer, lending your time to charity or assisting with a community organisation can not only be rewarding but may assist you when applying for scholarships.

There are many ways you can serve your community, whether it be picking up rubbish on Clean Up Australia Day, participating in Relay For Life, or contributing articles to your local newspaper.

CSU is committed to serving its regional communities. Our students conduct practical placements in local hospitals, newsrooms, schools and small businesses, gaining the skills they need to enter the workforce while at the same time serving the community in which they are studying.

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HA HA

REALLY?

ALSO, UNI IS A LOT MORE FUN

THAN SCHOOL.

OH, I GET IT.

WELL,

SAY YOU WANT TO STUDY

SCIENCE. IT WOULD BE GOOD IF YOU HAVE DONE BIOLOGY OR CHEMISTRY.

GIVE YOURSELF

THE BEST CHANCE

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Here are some good sources of advice:• talk to your school’s Career Adviser about

study options and what you might be suited to

• attend a CSU MyDay

• talk with your parents and get their opinion on study and the workforce

• talk with people in the industry you are interested in to get current advice

• read industry magazines to see what’s happening and to spot future opportunities

• take a tour of a CSU campus and talk with current students about what it’s like to study at uni, the lifestyle and the expectations

• try to get some work experience in the areas you are interested in

• think about the costs of study and start saving – the earlier the better! Better still, ask for our Making University Affordable booklet by contacting info.csu on 1800 334 733 or visit: www.csu.edu.au/about/publications

• phone CSU on 1800 334 733 and talk to one of our friendly advisers about the benefits of studying – improved starting salary, chances of getting a job at the end of your studies, career outcomes, travel opportunities, and the support systems offered, including scholarships.

THINKING OF GOING TO UNI BUT WANT TO LEARN MORE BEFORE MAKING ANY BIG DECISIONS?

When the time finally arrives for you to prepare for your HSC exams, CSU will be there to support you throughout the year with the NSW HSC Online website, developed by CSU and NSW Board of Studies.

The website provides access to:

• forums to enhance communication for both students and teachers

• virtual field trips, speaking and listening tasks, interactive quizzes for more than 50 subjects

• links to relevant quality online knowledge sites around the world

• study and exam techniques to improve assessment and examination results

• information about life beyond the HSC including career paths and further study.

NSW HSC Online: connect yourself today at: hsc.csu.edu.au

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THERE ARE DIFFERENT CLUBS YOU CAN JOIN.

WHAT KIND OF CLUBS?

DEPENDS WHAT YOU

LIKE.

THERE ARE SPORT ONES, SOCIAL AND RELIGIOUS. YOU CAN

EVEN MAKE YOUR OWN

IF YOU WANT. THAT‛S

AWESOME!

I’m wondering

whether I should

go on to

university study...

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Regional Bonus Point SchemeThe Regional Bonus Point (RBP) Scheme adds an extra five points to the university admission score (ATAR) of students in regional areas. It also applies to non-Year 12 applicants residing in the University’s regions who will have their entrance rank increased by five points. It’s designed to ensure regional and rural students have the same opportunities as those studying in larger cities, and you can find more information at: www.csu.edu.au/rbp

Elite Athlete Friendly University (EAFU)The Australian Sports Commission, the Australian Institute of Sport and the NSW Institute of Sport recognise CSU as a member of the Elite Athlete Friendly University (EAFU) network.

Elite athletes or performers who have represented at national level, and whose training or competitive commitments have significantly affected their preparation for application to university, should consider applying for Special Consideration for Admission in the elite athlete category.

Visit: www.csu.edu.au/ special-consideration

At CSU we believe in giving students every opportunity to succeed. CSU PLUS brings together a range of programs that can boost your chances of being granted admission to your chosen CSU degree. You may be eligible for special consideration based on your circumstances during high school, be allocated bonus points for living in a regional area, or be able to apply through schemes like the Principal’s Report Entry Program (PREP) for early entry.

Visit: www.csu.edu.au/csuplus

WE‛VE MADE A STACK OF FRIENDS THROUGH CLUBS.

SCOTT AND I MET EACH

OTHER THROUGH

THE GAMING CLUB.

HE WAS A TRUE NERD BACK THEN.

ALL RIGHT, ALL RIGHT. GO MAKE US SOME FOOD.

TWIST TWIST

PATHWAYS

TO CSU

CSU

CREDIT PACKAGES

SINGLE SUBJECT STUDY

EARLY ENTRY PROGRAM (PREP)

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

TAFE

REGIONAL BONUS POINTS CSU

Early entry program (PREP)CSU’s PREP program gives you a chance to be offered a place to study at CSU even before your marks are in from your final exams. It is an early entry scheme designed to attract academically talented students from high schools and TAFEs in NSW, ACT and non metropolitan areas in Victoria. Applications are submitted through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC). Note: there are some courses to which PREP does not apply.

Visit: www.csu.edu.au/prep

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If you’re interested in attending TAFE after you finish school, university could still be an option down the track. Many TAFE courses provide a pathway to CSU degrees by recognising your prior learning allowing credit for previous TAFE study, or you can complete an integrated program where you study through both TAFE and CSU at the same time, and graduate with two qualifications.

CSU has established partnerships with many TAFEs across NSW, ACT and Victoria and set up pathway courses across a range of fields including Accounting, Agricultural Business Management, Business Studies, Education, Graphic Design, Health and Rehabilitation Science, Hotel Management, Information Technology, Outdoor Recreation and Ecotourism, and Social Work. CSU offers special scholarships for TAFE students too.

Visit: www.csu.edu.au/tafe

Imagine if you had the opportunity to travel the world while getting your degree. Well, you can with CSU Global!

If you want to be a truly global graduate, why not look into studying overseas on an exchange program, study tour, international internship or volunteer work to give your degree an international flavour and yourself a cultural experience with memories to last a lifetime?

There is a range of scholarships and loans available from CSU Global and the Australian government to help fund your study adventure.

Our students have travelled and studied across the globe to places such as Canada, China, England, France, Ireland, Japan, the Netherlands, the Republic of South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland and the USA, and the list is always growing.

Visit: www.csu.edu.au/csuglobal

Study overseas

“I would highly recommend

travelling with CSU.

It has been an eye-opening

experience and I have made

friends that I will keep for a

lifetime. It has opened doors

for my future and helped in

guiding me towards a career

I am passionate about.”

Molly

Bachelor of Animal Science

Indonesia Short-Term

Program 2014

Interested in TAFE study first?

THERE YOU GO

MYSPECIALTY,

2 MINUTE NOODLES!

IS IT EXPENSIVE?

LIVING HERE?

NOT REALLY.

THANK YOU

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If you’re thinking about the cost

of study, contact us for a copy of our Making University Affordable brochure, which has ideas, hints

and tips to get you on the right financial path to study.Contact info.csu on 1800 334 733, or order online at:

www.csu.edu.au/about/publications

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N $5,200-$15,600 $100-$300 $70-$100 $50 $50-$100

CostsWith independence comes responsibility, especially the need to organise your cash flow. Being prepared for the costs of university means you should still be able to afford to do the things you enjoy doing. When preparing for university life, in addition to course fees and the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) be aware of likely costs such as accommodation, books, groceries, meals, transport and entertainment, and plan accordingly.

Our students find that the cost of living is lower in a regional centre compared to metropolitan locations, so the overall cost of completing a degree at CSU is usually less than most other universities in Australia. We also have free on campus parking.

AccommodationMeal plans vary depending on your accommodation type. Self-catered and off campus accommodation do not include meals, although food is available for purchase on campus at reasonable prices.

Below are some costs to consider. Textbooks are additional to these estimates, however may often be purchased second-hand.

The below on campus prices are estimates only based on 2015 Package 2 fees, and vary depending on campus location.

For more accommodation information, visit: www.csu.edu.au/oncampus/accommodation

The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students

(CRICOS) Provider Numbers for Charles Sturt University are 00005F (NSW),

01947G (VIC) and 02960B (ACT). © Charles Sturt University, January 2013 JB F2456

open day every day

CSU’s open day every day campus tour program lets you

take a personalised tour of a CSU campus at a time that

suits you, any working day of the year*.

*Three working days’ notice is required for booking.

Telephone: 1800 334 733 (free call within Australia)

+61 2 6338 6077 (callers outside Australia)

Facsimile: +61 2 6338 6001

Web enquiry: www.csu.edu.au/campustour

Take the first step and call a student advisor at info.csu

to discuss how you can make study affordable for you.

1800 334 733 (free call within Australia)

For the full range of our publications, please visit:

www.csu.edu.au/about/publications

Charles sTurT universiTy Your honours degree | honours guide for study

Your honours degree

HONOURS guide for sTudy

Csu offers courses in...

Agricultural and Wine Sciences

Allied Health

Animal and Veterinary Sciences

Business

Communication and Creative Industries

Environmental Science and Outdoor Recreation

Exercise and Sports Sciences

Humanities, Social Work and Human Services

Information Technology, Computing

and Mathematics

Library and Information Studies

Medical Science

Nursing

Policing, Security and Emergency Management

Psychology

Science

Teaching and Education

Theology and Religious Studies

For the full range of our publications, please visit:

www.csu.edu.au/about/publications

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+61 2 6338 6077 (callers outside Australia)

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facebook.com/charlessturtuni

twitter.com/CharlesSturtUni

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1800 334 733 (free call within Australia)

+61 2 6338 6077 (callers outside Australia)

Help with costsGovernment allowances are available to eligible students to help make the financial cost of study more manageable. HECS-HELP is a loan scheme that assists eligible Commonwealth supported students to pay their student contribution. The government pays your uni fees upfront then, when you start working, you begin to repay your HECS-HELP loan from your pay through the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Information is available from the ATO.

Youth Allowance provides assistance for young people who are studying full-time. It allows young people to stay on the one payment as they move between work, study and training.

For more information, visit: www.studyassist.gov.au

ScholarshipsBeing granted a scholarship at Charles Sturt University may be easier than you think, and now is the time to start planning.

With our wide range of scholarships including course related accommodation, equity or excellence scholarships, there’s bound to be more than one that you should apply for. The best thing is that selection criteria are not always based on academic achievement. Other criteria can include motivation to succeed, commitment to school, university or community life, or coming from a particular area. Scholarships may include other criteria set by industry donors, or be aimed at students experiencing educational disadvantage or financial hardship.

Visit our website for more information and start thinking about how you can improve your chances: www.csu.edu.au/scholarships

IT‛S ACTUALLY CHEAPER

THAN LIVING IN THE CITY.

I SEE...

HEY ALICE. THOUGHT

YOU‛D DROP BY AFTER

YOU HEARD VOICES.

THIS IS MY NEW

ROOMIE, SCOTT, AND HIS SISTER,

CHARLIE.

GOING TO UNI

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NICE TO MEET YOU.IF YOU‛RE WORRIED ABOUT PRICES, YOU SHOULD TRY FOR

ONE OF THE SCHOLARSHIPS. I GOT ONE OF

THE EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS

HERE.

NOT ONLY IS SHE SUPER SMART, BUT SHE ALSO HELPS OUT AT MYDAY.

MyDay offers high school students the chance to experience a day in the life of a uni student. MyDay is designed so CSU’s Schools can showcase their courses to high school students who have expressed a particular interest in that area of study. The days aim to give students a taste of ‘living and learning’ on campus at CSU and the opportunity to find out about the courses available. Students will also receive key information about opportunities and support available to make their goals achievable.

For further information or to register, speak to your school’s Careers Adviser, contact the University on 1800 334 733 or visit: www.csu.edu.au/myday

MYDAYYOUR UNIVERSITY FOR A DAY

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who will help make sure I can complete my assessments?

When you’re at uni, you are responsible for ensuring you hand in your assignments on time,

however CSU offers great student support and assistance with library resources. You can always ask your lecturers, and you can set up a student group to discuss issues using the forums online.

How will I make

friends at uni?

Many CSU students have

relocated for study and are

looking to make new friends.

Extra-curricular activities offered

by CSU provide opportunities to

establish networks away from the

classroom, helping to form the

friendships you will cherish for life.

Is there support

available for Science students?

CSU’s Sci-FYE program will give you all the

support you need to make your first

year experience a positive one. You’ll have

access to a range of resources to help

with your first assignments, as well

as advice from current students.

How many hours can I expect to study a week?

A full-time course requires attendance at lectures and tutorials, forum participation and study that

can total around 35 hours per week – equivalent to a full-time job.

You may not have to attend classes every day, but should do some review, class preparation or assignment work most days

to ensure you do well.

What if I don’t

like the course I’ve chosen?

It’s all about flexibility and support at CSU.

A number of courses have similar subjects in their

first year, so you may be able to apply to change

to another course at the end of the year.

There are cut-off dates for changes, so please ask early.

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While some students already know what they would like to do before they reach Years 11 and 12, there are just as many students who don’t have any idea, and these days knowing what you want to do is not so important.

Today’s student is likely to change their career three or more times in the course of their adult life. It is most important to choose to study what you enjoy most. You are more likely to do well in it, and that translates to success in life after uni.

CSU’s courses also offer diversity and flexibility. You can study something as focused as photography, dentistry, accountancy, veterinary science, teaching or physiotherapy. Or if you want to keep your options open, investigate one of our general degrees, available in Arts, Business, Education or Science. These courses offer open entry – so you don’t need a high ATAR to get in.

Another option is one of our widely recognised degrees, such as the Bachelor of Arts, that allows you freedom to select a course of study to suit your interests. Majors are available in Art History, English, History, Indigenous Studies, Philosophy, Psychology, Politics and Sociology, providing an excellent start into a wide range of careers.

Visit our course search page to find out more information on the courses available across 18 career areas:

• Agricultural and Wine Sciences

• Allied Health and Pharmacy

• Animal and Veterinary Sciences

• Business

• Communication and Creative Industries

• Engineering

• Environmental Science and Outdoor Recreation

• Exercise and Sports Sciences

• Humanities, Social Work and Human Services

• Information and Library Studies

• Information Technology, Computing and Mathematics

• Medical Science and Dentistry

• Nursing

• Policing, Security and Emergency Management

• Psychology

• Science

• Teaching and Education

• Theology and Religious Studies

As CSU is continually reviewing and adding to its course profile, it is worth visiting the course search page regularly over the next couple of years: www.csu.edu.au/courses

Also, familiarise yourself with the UAC or VTAC sites so choosing your preferences is easy when the time comes.

For more info ABOUT COURSES,

VISIT: www.csu.edu.au/courses or phone 1800 334 733

WHAT‛S MYDAY?

IT‛S WHERE YOU GO TO CSU AND MEET

PEOPLE WHO ARE ALREADY TEACHING AND STUDYING THE

COURSES YOU‛RE INTERESTED IN.

WOW!

I WENT BEFORE I STARTED. IT JUST

HELPS YOU GET MORE

OF AN IDEA OF WHAT TO EXPECT.

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

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AGRICULTURAL AND WINE SCIENCES

Career possibilities: agricultural scientist; farm manager or farmer; soil conservation officer; manager in landcare, feedlots, irrigation services, vineyards or wineries; water policy adviser; agricultural fields such as business management, finance / banking, supply and logistics; agricultural resource economist; agronomist; crop physiologist; viticulturalist; wine maker or wine marketer; horticulturalist.

Consider studying: agriculture, biology, chemistry, English, food technology, mathematics, primary industries.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/agricultural-wine-sciences

ALLIED HEALTH AND PHARMACY

Career possibilities: ambulance officer, paramedic; podiatrist; occupational therapist; physiotherapist; speech and language pathologist; practitioner in complementary medicine; oral hygienist or therapist; pharmacist; pharmaceutical industry sales and marketing; diversional therapist; rehabilitation specialist; health promotion officer.

Consider studying: biology, chemistry, community and family studies, English, PD/H/PE, physics.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/allied-health-pharmacy

ANIMAL AND VETERINARY SCIENCES

Career possibilities: veterinarian; animal scientist; manager or trainer in equine and services industries; animal husbandry; handler or nutritionist for captive vertebrates, horses, companion animals, wildlife or livestock in zoos, on farms or in the wild.

Consider studying: biology, chemistry, English, mathematics.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/animal-veterinary-sciences

BUSINESS

Career possibilities: accountant; auditor; business systems analyst; manager in human resources, marketing, finance or banking; hospitality; insurance or taxation agent; financial dealer or broker; foreign exchange personnel; small business manager; agribusiness manager; positions in government; recruitment consultant; company secretary.

Consider studying: business services, business studies, economics, English, mathematics, retail services.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/business

ALSO, AT CSU, THEY HAVE THIS THING

CALLED, ‘OPEN DAY EVERY

DAY‛. YOU CAN GO TO ANY OF THE CAMPUSES

AND GET A TOUR

AROUND THE PLACE.

YOUR YEAR COORDINATOR OR SCHOOL

CAREER ADVISOR

SHOULD BE ABLE TO HELP YOU OUT ON

FINDING INFORMATION.

THAT‛S COOL! WHERE ELSE CAN I FIND OUT

ABOUT THIS?

Check out CSU’s university guide for parents by visiting: www.csu.edu.au/for/parents

CHOOSING YOUR SUBJECTS for year 11 & 12

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COMMUNICATION AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

Career possibilities: print, broadcast, multimedia and web journalist; radio broadcaster or producer; television or film camera operator or sound recorder; employee in public relations and corporate or community communications; advertising and media salesperson; cultural and heritage adviser; product / brand promoter; new product developer and marketer; sports journalist; corporate media information officer; freelance artist; studio lighting, sound or costume designer; roles in theatre, film or television as technical producer, floor manager or director; actor; scriptwriter; photographer; graphic designer; special effects and animation designer; multimedia developer, designer or manager; conservator or curator in galleries or museums; positions in advertising agencies, design studios, radio and television stations; entertainer; illustrator; marketing researcher and strategist; audience and media analyst.

Consider studying: business studies, English, entertainment industry, dance, drama, legal studies, music, society and culture, textiles and design, tourism, visual arts.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/communication-creative-industries

ENGINEERING

Career possibilities: rail, road, airport, bridge, dam, pipeline and energy distribution; agricultural innovation; land and water management within established drought, flood and pest control practices; manufacturing in fields such as food and mining.

Consider studying: mathematics, English, science, chemistry, physics. THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/engineering

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND OUTDOOR RECREATION

Career possibilities: ecologist; manager in the areas of cultural resources and conservation, land and water resources; park ranger, or roles in research or management in national parks and government departments; environmental scientist; land economist; environmental planner; recreation and facilities coordinator or manager; agricultural consultant; research and spatial data analyst in private companies (mining, environmental consultancies) or government departments; positions in tourism and ecotourism, conservation groups or community education; roles in parks and recreation services, nurseries and laboratories.

Consider studying: agriculture, biology, chemistry, earth and environmental science, geography, mathematics, primary industries, tourism.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/environmental-science-outdoor-recreation

EXERCISE AND SPORTS SCIENCES

Career possibilities: roles in the sport and fitness industry; sports and health products marketer; health and fitness centre manager; personal trainer; recreation officer; disability services instructor; exercise specialist or coach; sports administrator; sports journalist; exercise rehabilitation instructor.

Consider studying: community and family studies, English, dance, mathematics, PD/H/PE.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/exercise-science

CAREERS ADVISOR...

ANYWAY,WE SHOULD GET GOING.

THANKS FOR ALL

YOUR HELP. I‛LL BE

SEEING YOU REAL SOON.

NO PROBLEM, SCOTT. IT WAS NICE MEETING

YOU CHARLIE. WE MIGHT BE SEEING YOU AT CSU IN THE FUTURE.

SEE YOU!

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COMMUNICATION AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

Career possibilities: print, broadcast, multimedia and web journalist; radio broadcaster or producer; television or film camera operator or sound recorder; employee in public relations and corporate or community communications; advertising and media salesperson; cultural and heritage adviser; product / brand promoter; new product developer and marketer; sports journalist; corporate media information officer; freelance artist; studio lighting, sound or costume designer; roles in theatre, film or television as technical producer, floor manager or director; actor; scriptwriter; photographer; graphic designer; special effects and animation designer; multimedia developer, designer or manager; conservator or curator in galleries or museums; positions in advertising agencies, design studios, radio and television stations; entertainer; illustrator; marketing researcher and strategist; audience and media analyst.

Consider studying: business studies, English, entertainment industry, dance, drama, legal studies, music, society and culture, textiles and design, tourism, visual arts.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/communication-creative-industries

ENGINEERING

Career possibilities: rail, road, airport, bridge, dam, pipeline and energy distribution; agricultural innovation; land and water management within established drought, flood and pest control practices; manufacturing in fields such as food and mining.

Consider studying: mathematics, English, science, chemistry, physics. THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/engineering

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND OUTDOOR RECREATION

Career possibilities: ecologist; manager in the areas of cultural resources and conservation, land and water resources; park ranger, or roles in research or management in national parks and government departments; environmental scientist; land economist; environmental planner; recreation and facilities coordinator or manager; agricultural consultant; research and spatial data analyst in private companies (mining, environmental consultancies) or government departments; positions in tourism and ecotourism, conservation groups or community education; roles in parks and recreation services, nurseries and laboratories.

Consider studying: agriculture, biology, chemistry, earth and environmental science, geography, mathematics, primary industries, tourism.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/environmental-science-outdoor-recreation

EXERCISE AND SPORTS SCIENCES

Career possibilities: roles in the sport and fitness industry; sports and health products marketer; health and fitness centre manager; personal trainer; recreation officer; disability services instructor; exercise specialist or coach; sports administrator; sports journalist; exercise rehabilitation instructor.

Consider studying: community and family studies, English, dance, mathematics, PD/H/PE.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/exercise-science

HUMANITIES, SOCIAL WORK AND HUMAN SERVICES

Career possibilities: social worker in the areas of family welfare, health, adoption, day care, youth support and juvenile justice; public servant; research assistant; writer; editor; roles in libraries, archives, galleries and museums; counsellor or support worker in public sector and non-government health and welfare agencies including correctional centres, hospitals, schools, refuges and charitable organisations and the defence forces; emergency risk manager.

Consider studying: Aboriginal studies, community and family studies, English, legal studies, society and culture.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/humanities-and-social-sciences

INFORMATION AND LIBRARY STUDIES

Career possibilities: information technology manager; librarian (in government and industry; in academic and public libraries; in the arts and cultural heritage sectors); archivist; records manager; information systems analyst; researcher; teacher librarianship (with a further qualification).

Consider studying: English, information processes and technology, mathematics, society and culture.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/library-information-studies

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICS

Career possibilities: computer games software design and developer; information technology analyst; computer programmer; systems analyst and network administrator; roles in IT support; computer hardware and software developer; IT project manager; data and risk analyst in finance and insurance industries; logistics; urban and regional planner and modeller.

Consider studying: English, information processes and technology, information technology, mathematics, software design and development.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/itc-maths

MEDICAL SCIENCE AND DENTISTRY

Career possibilities: dentist; medical and research scientist in pathology, pharmaceutical, clinical measurement laboratories, physiology measurement clinics; medical researcher; medical or veterinary diagnostician; researcher in chemical and pharmaceutical industries; radiographer.

Consider studying: biology, chemistry, English, mathematics, PD/H/PE, physics.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/medical-science

NURSING

Career possibilities: nursing in public / private hospitals in Australia and overseas, primary health centres, mental health, community services, rehabilitation and aged care facilities, specialty and general practice medical surgeries, defence forces; midwifery; paediatric nursing; qualified paramedic (with a further qualification).

Consider studying: community and family studies, English, legal studies, PD/H/PE.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/nursing

SEE YOU LATER!

BYE!

SO, HOW WAS

THAT?

YEAH. YOUR ROOM

LOOKS GREAT.GOOD THING

YOU‛RE ON CAMPUS WITH THOSE TWO.

THEY SEEM LIKE

FUN...

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POLICING, SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Career possibilities: parole officer; customs officer; probation officer; youth and corrective services worker; roles in crime prevention research / policy making and community education; roles in emergency management.

Consider studying: community and family studies, English, legal studies, PD/H/PE.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/police-security-emergency-management

PSYCHOLOGY

Career possibilities: psychologist in the areas of youth work, education, industry, sports, early intervention, rehabilitation, welfare agencies, corrections, mental health and related industries in government and non-government sectors including the Defence Forces; positions in human resources, advertising and marketing; policy and consumer researcher; program coordinator and welfare officer.

Consider studying: biology, community and family studies, English, mathematics, society and culture.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/psychology

SCIENCE

Career possibilities: roles in industries producing chemicals, paper goods, plastics, paints, adhesives, agricultural products; scientific researcher; creator of new and genetically modified plant varieties; forecaster and risk analyst in the finance and insurance industries; environmental and industrial systems modeller; biological researcher; roles in geology, environmental management; positions in signal and image processing - astronomy, remote sensing and GIS; DNA fingerprinting, gene discovery and research; designer of scientific software, laboratory automation and scientific modelling.

Consider studying: biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/science

TEACHING AND EDUCATION

Career possibilities: early childhood and primary teacher; K-12 teacher in areas such as English, mathematics, business studies, modern history or science; technology and applied studies teacher in areas such as information technology, agricultural technology, food technology or industrial technology; or secondary teaching (graduate entry) in areas such as agriculture, design and technology, drama, PD/H/PE, science, society and environment, teacher librarianship and visual art.

Consider studying: English, HSIE, mathematics, subjects in your specialisation. Graduates intending to seek employment in NSW schools must have achieved specific levels of study in English and Mathematics at the NSW HSC or equivalent (for details of these requirements, refer to: www.nswteachers.nsw.edu.au).

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/teaching-and-education

THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES

Career possibilities: minister; chaplain in defence, industry or schools; officer in church welfare; foreign aid worker; social welfare; pastoral carer, Islamic education.

Consider studying: English, community and family studies, religious studies, society and culture.

THEN CHOOSE YOUR CSU COURSE: www.csu.edu.au/courses/theology-and-religious-studies

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At CSU, we are always doing new things to help give you a better experience on campus. CSU has several new and exciting developments in the pipeline, including:

Port Macquarie Campus coming soonCSU’s presence at the Mid North Coast is set to expand with plans in full swing for a new campus in Port Macquarie, to be established by the end of 2015. Students can expect to benefit from modern learning facilities and spaces, as well as collaborative and outdoor spaces, areas for quiet study and other student facilities. CSU has expanded its courses offering at Port Macquarie to include Education and Communication and Creative Industries courses.

New residencesEnjoy an outstanding student experience with exposure to a vibrant campus atmosphere with the newest addition to CSU’s accommodation at Orange and Wagga Wagga campuses. The new residences for undergraduate and postgraduate students provide a modern living environment and great spaces for learning. They include bedrooms with living spaces, kitchen and laundry facilities, as well as communal spaces for collaborative learning and social relaxation so you will have access to everything you need to make CSU your home.

ALLY ProgramCSU creates a higher education environment that is inclusive, safe and respectful of people from all backgrounds. Our Ally Program seeks to build a culture of affirmation and inclusion through raising awareness of the experiences of staff and students who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex (LGBTI). The program has established a network of Allies who publicly support the rights of LGBTI people in the CSU community.

To find out more, visit: www.csu.edu.au/oncampus/student-support/ ally-lgbti-support-program

Imagine finishing Year 12... suddenly, your future is in your hands.

You can follow your dreams and be whoever you want to be.

Remember, there are many different ways to achieve your dreams, from learning on-the-job skills to attending TAFE or university. Speak to your school’s Career Adviser about what option may best suit your ambitions and goals.

For more new developments at CSUkeep an eye on our course listing at:

www.csu.edu.au/courses

WATCH THIS SPACE WHAT’S YOUR

DREAM CAREER?

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Assumed knowledge – refers to subjects the University assumes you will have completed at school prior to starting the course.

ATAR – Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank. The figure is used by UAC / VTAC to calculate the entrance ranking for on campus courses.

Bachelor degree – the award a student gains when they have completed studies in an undergraduate course, which is usually completed in three or four years of full-time study.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP) – a student’s enrolment in a university degree for which the Commonwealth government makes a contribution towards the cost of that student’s education.

Double degree – a student can enhance their career opportunities by completing a double degree. This integrates studies in two complementary areas resulting in the award of two degrees, usually after four years of study.

Defer – to delay starting your course. Deferring your offer of a place in a course means you would like to start your course in six, 12, 18 or 24 months. Deferment ensures you are guaranteed your place in your selected course, but allows you some ‘breathing space’ between the demands of the HSC and starting a new life at university.

Faculty – a department within a university devoted to a particular area of study. At CSU we have the faculties of Arts, Business, Education and Science.

HECS-HELP – a loan scheme that assists eligible Commonwealth supported students to pay their student contribution. You may pay your student contribution upfront to CSU and receive a 10% discount*, or defer payment through the Australian taxation system via a HECS-HELP loan.

Honours – some four-year Bachelor degrees integrate a year of Honours study, offering a pass stream or Honours stream in the final year of the course. The Honours year allows students to focus on an area that interests them and develop research skills, and this may be helpful with career prospects on completion. Some three-year courses offer a separate year of Honours study in which you can enrol when you finish your degree.

Lecture – a period of teaching given by a lecturer to a large group of students.

Major study – an area within a course that allows in-depth study in a particular field. A major usually consists of eight related subjects. More than one major may be allowed in a course.

Minor study – a grouping of between four and seven subjects within a course, allowing students to focus on a particular field.

Prerequisite – a set of conditions (usually completion of a subject) that must be met by a student before enrolment in a particular subject is permitted.

Prospective Student Adviser (PSA) CSU has several PSAs who are available to discuss CSU course options with prospective students.

SSAF – Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) provides universities with the means to maintain and enhance services and amenities that support a wide range of student needs.

Tutorial – a period of teaching given to a small group of students, involving discussion and participation.

UAC – Universities Admissions Centre (NSW and ACT) Pty Ltd. All NSW and ACT students who wish to apply for full-time on campus courses must apply online through UAC or VTAC.

Undergraduate – a person studying at university for a first level degree, e.g. at Bachelor level.

VTAC – Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre. Students doing Year 12 in Victoria who want to study at CSU in Albury-Wodonga or through Holmesglen Institute of TAFE can apply through VTAC.

Workplace learning – practical training in a working environment, such as internships or practicums, similar to work experience. Many CSU degrees incorporate this as part of your hands-on learning.

ImportantCharles Sturt University aims to ensure the information contained in this guide is accurate and up-to-date. Persons intending to act on any information contained herein should first check with Charles Sturt University to ascertain whether any later information is available in respect of the relevant material. Charles Sturt University, its representatives and employees will not be liable for any loss or damage arising directly or indirectly from the possession, publication or use of or reliance on information obtained from this publication. It is provided in good faith without express or implied warranty.

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*as at time of printing, subject to legislation.

UNIVERSITY TERMS

When you are looking into university study, you might come across some terms you

are unfamiliar with.

This list may help you understand what is being talked about.

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Editors: Brooke Durigo, Laura DaviesDesign: Rebecca LaytonPrint House: Focus Print Group

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Information in this publication is current as at January 2015.

Prospective students should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and availability of courses. The University reserves the right to alter any courses, programs or admission requirements herein without prior notice.

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