Explore the new campuses, prepare for your arrival, and learn more about the student experience and support available at Charles Sturt University Sydney and Melbourne.
Charles Sturt University is Australia’s largest regional university and can be traced back to 1895 before being fully incorporated as a university in 1989.
Embracing First Nation wisdom, our university upholds the Wiradjuri phase “yindyamarra winhanganha” as our guiding ethos – meaning “the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in.”
Pioneering sustainability, our university proudly earned the title of Australia’s first certified carbon neutral university in 2016‡, embodying a commitment to creating a better future for all.
At Charles Sturt University, success is not just a notion but a reality. For six consecutive years, our university has achieved the highest undergraduate employment rate among Australian universities. With over 85% of graduates securing full-time employment within four months of graduation, they embark on their professional journeys armed with a median salary of AU$64,100*.
‡National Carbon Offset Standard
*Good Universities Guide 2022/23
Charles Sturt University Sydney one of our university’s two new capital city locations. Situated in the vibrant heart of North Sydney, the campus is within easy reach of the iconic Sydney Harbour, bustling CBD and famous beaches. Sydney is ranked #7 on the QS World University Ranking of student friendly cities^.
Our new campus offers the perfect blend of modern amenities and academic excellence. Along with a wide range of support services, you’ll have everything you need to commence an exciting career and establish lifelong connections.
^QS Best Student Cities Ranking 2024
Our second capital city campus is in Melbourne. Proudly ranked Australia’s best student city and #4 globally~, Melbourne is home to Charles Sturt University’s newest campus. Located in the heart of the CBD, our Melbourne hub places you at the centre of everything the city has to offer.
Renowned for its comprehensive public transport network, colourful art scene and diverse culture, Melbourne is consistently classed as one of the world’s most liveable cities^. Safe and welcoming with every amenity at your fingertips, Charles Sturt University Melbourne combines vibrant city living with the inclusive culture we’re known for.
~ QS Best Student Cities Ranking 2024
^ Economist Intelligence Unit Global Liveability Index 2023
Charles Sturt University also has campuses across New South Wales including Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Port Macquarie and Wagga Wagga.
