Distance Education study at CSU

Online Supported Courses - CSU

Study wherever, whenever and whatever you want. It’s your choice.

Charles Sturt University is Australia’s leading provider of distance education. Every year, over 21,000 students around the world study undergraduate and postgraduate courses or single subjects through our world-class distance education program

We’ve taken correspondence courses into the 21st century – with our comprehensive communication system enabling online forums, wikis, blogs, podcasts, access to library resources and assignment submission.

Distance learning gives you the flexibility to design your studies to suit your needs. Whether you are looking to launch your career with one of our professionally accredited degrees or expand your horizons through single subject study, CSU allows you to balance an online supported education around your work, your family and your lifestyle.

At CSU, we view our distance education and on campus students as equal, with both receiving the same globally-recognised, quality education. And as a distance education student, you’ll still have plenty of opportunity to connect and communicate with lecturers, tutors and fellow students – online, by phone, and through residential schools. Plus, if your course is offered on campus, you can attend face-to-face tutorials and lectures whenever it suits you.

How does distance education work?

"Studying by distance education allowed me the flexibility to complete a degree while also caring for my three-year-old daughter and working. The study materials were comprehensive and well-structured… (and) the library and teaching staff were equally amazing - responsive, helpful and supportive, making a huge and positive impact on my study experience.

My graduation experience was humbling, a reminder that even though studying while working and being a sole parent was challenging at times, there are others who faced greater challenges and accomplished more"
Jane Harding
Master of Applied Science (Library and Information Management)