Overview

Available online from anywhere in the world, the Bachelor of Information Studies (with specialisations) from Charles Sturt University allows you to study anytime using the latest online technologies.

The School of Information and Communication Studies is proudly an active member of iSchools. The iSchools represent a leading organisation of over 120 universities globally across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa who are united by a common interest in all aspects of research and teaching about information.

Their vision is to strengthen all aspects of research in information and information science for members across the globe.

Key facts

Tailor your degree: The Bachelor of Information Studies (with specialisations) offers a general information and library studies qualification, or you can choose from several specialisations: Librarianship, Children's Librarianship, Information Management or Records and Archive Management.

Professional study visits: Explore institutions through an industry-focused study visit. Study visits are held in a variety of national and international locations throughout the year and offer you unique insight into some of the leading information and cultural organisations.

Learn with industry leaders: With Charles Sturt University, you'll study with one of the world's leading providers of education for the information and library professions. The experience means we are uniquely placed to design and deliver highly effective and engaging online education to meet the needs of the workplace.

Flexible study: You'll study your information studies course online, to you can learn anywhere, anytime. Access study resources, tools and support services - all at your fingertips. Connect to the network of support and interact with other students in the student-friendly online learning environment.

Career opportunities

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:

Archivist

Children’s librarian

Librarian

Records manager

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Supervision and Management

Metadata for Resource Discovery

Collections

Information Sources and Services

Providing Access to Information

Web Publishing for Information Agencies

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-13 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-05-29 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Bathurst, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 188 other Bachelors in Information Technology (IT) in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Provider: 00005F

Minimum ATAR requirements (including adjustment factors)

Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.

A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification

50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification

Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR

Demonstrated work experience of a minimum of 2 years full-time equivalence in an information or cultural organisation.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

27040 AUD / year

≈ 27040 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

15416 AUD / year

≈ 15416 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic student fees: Commonwealth grant scheme (CGS)

Living costs

Bathurst

Australia

1260 - 2250 AUD / month

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