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Majors and Specialisations

Explore the majors, specialisations and study areas available across selected courses at Charles Sturt University Sydney and Melbourne.

What are majors and specialisations?

Majors and specialisations allow you to focus your studies on an area of interest within your chosen degree, helping you develop knowledge and skills aligned with your career goals.

At Charles Sturt University Sydney and Melbourne, you can explore study areas including:

  • Accounting
  • Business Data Analytics
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Software Development
  • Digital Health
  • Health Service Management

 

Depending on your course, you may have the opportunity to choose a major or specialisation, or combine Accounting and Business Data Analytics through a double major in the Bachelor of Business.

Explore your chosen course to learn more about available study options and requirements.

 

Explore our majors and specialisations

Discover study options that match your interests and career goals.

Bachelor of Business

Build practical business knowledge with a focus on accounting, analytics and decision-making.

Available majors

  • Accounting
  • Business Data Analytics

 
Double-major option available.

Potential career opportunities
Accountant · Financial Analyst · Business Analyst · Business Intelligence Analyst

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Bachelor of Information Technology

Develop practical technology skills across emerging and in-demand IT fields.

Study areas

  • Business Data Analytics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cybersecurity
  • Software Development

 

Potential career opportunities
AI Specialist · Cybersecurity Analyst · Software Developer · Systems Analyst

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Master of Professional Information Technology

Advance your IT expertise in emerging technologies and specialist areas.

Specialisation areas

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cybersecurity
  • Software Development

 

Potential career opportunities
AI Specialist · Cybersecurity Specialist · Software Development Specialist · IT Consultant

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Master of Health Professional Practice

Develop knowledge and practical skills for leadership and innovation in healthcare.

Specialisations

  • Digital Health
  • Health Service Management

 

Potential career opportunities
Health Services Manager · Digital Health Specialist · Health Project Manager · Health Policy Adviser

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FAQS about specialisations

This is important as it contributes to the level of motivation that you will demonstrate in your studies! You are investing your time, therefore investing your interest too.

Each course will have its allocated core units that are related to your Major/Minor, your course handbook will be your best guide in knowing these subjects.

Speak to your Course Coordinator to get started!

You are expected to declare your Major/Minor by your 2nd year in your courses. Need more info? See your Course Coordinators.

Both degrees and professional qualifications play a vital role in many fields, demonstrating your expertise and competence in the area of you major/minor chosen.

Yes! Your major defines your degree and shapes your career path. It helps potential employers understand your areas of expertise and match you with the right job opportunities.

A minor is not always required, however, it provides an opportunity to explore additional areas of interest, enriching your overall knowledge and complementing your major. This broader understanding can enhance your expertise and strengthen your learning in your primary field of study.

Changing your major or minor is quite common and usually possible. However, it might extend your time in your degree if the new major has different requirements. It’s important to discuss this with your Course Coordinator to understand the implications and plan accordingly.

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Choosing a specialisation

 

  1. Review the subjects you have completed
  2. Book a time with your course coordinator
  3. Make a plan for your future enrolment
  4. Enrol in your subjects
  5. Accept the challenge.

Next steps

Prospective students

Contact us to find out more about our specialisations and determine which course is the best fit for you.

Prospective students

Current students

Create an enrolment plan now: meet with your Course Coordinator to create an enrolment plan and discuss the subjects you will need to take.

Current students