North Sydney , NSW , Australia
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Our outdoor recreation and ecotourism degree combines skills and knowledge in outdoor recreation and education with foundational knowledge of physical, biological and social sciences. Studies of the natural environment and tourism are underpinned by a strong focus on sustainability and visitor experience.
This degree focuses on field instruction and real-world situations. You'll have opportunities to undertake expeditions to areas such as the Australian Alps, Mungo National Park and the Sturt Desert. You could also complete practical placements anywhere from the Tasmanian wilderness to Australia's far north.
Our Albury-Wodonga campus offers a local alpine environment with access to national parks, rivers, lakes, hiking and mountain bike trails, caves and cliffs.
Charles Sturt University is one of the few universities to be ranked as above world standard in environmental science and management in the Australian Government's evaluation of research strengths of Australian universities.
You can customise your degree based on your interests and choose from one of three minors. The Indigenous and Cultural Heritage minor develops cognitive and technical skills in conserving and managing cultural heritage and working with Indigenous communities. The Wildlife and Conservation minor is for students seeking to obtain cognitive and technical skills in the conservation and management of biodiversity. The Outdoor Recreation minor includes the Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation, delivered in partnership with Wodonga TAFE. As well as studying leadership, recreation and conservation you’ll complete professional training in bushwalking, rock climbing and abseiling. Canoeing, ski touring and ski camping, mountain biking, sea kayaking and white water rafting may also be available.
Course Code : 075526E
Course Type : Full Time
Course Level : Bachelors/UG Degree
Duration : 03 Year
Total Tuition Fee :91200 AUD
Annual Cost of Living :29710 AUD
Charles Sturt University Sydney (Navitas) Perfectly positioned in the vibrant hub of North Sydney, the new Charles Sturt University Sydney campus offers an exciting and rewarding student experience in the stunning harbour city that’s ranked #7 on the QS World University Ranking of student-friendly cities. Study Business, Accounting or IT with Australia's leading university for graduate employment, #1 for undergraduate starting salaries and top 10 for postgraduate starting salaries*. With the perfect blend of modern amenities and academic excellence, you’ll have all the expert support you need to succeed in your career, making lifelong connections and memories along the way. University is more than an education. At Charles Sturt University Sydney you can find your purpose and help create a world worth living in. 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*. Charles Sturt University Sydney Charles Sturt University Sydney is our university’s only metro location. Situated in the vibrant heart of North Sydney, the campus is within easy reach of the iconic Sydney Harbour, bustling CBD and famous beaches. Our new, purpose-built 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. Show Less
Sydney / Melbourne / Brisbane:
Regular 2 years post study work visa for international students completing Bachelors and Masters degrees (minimum 92 weeks), 3 years for Masters by Research and 4 years for PhD. graduates
Other Locations (Regional centres and other regional areas):
International students studying at regional universities will be eligible to access an additional
2 years in Australia on a post-study work visa
(Which means a Bachelors or Masters graduate can get up to 4 years of PSW visa)