“Journalism at Charles Sturt was my dream course as I always wanted to be a journalist. Having a smaller cohort helped to make connections and focus on the hands-on learning.“
– Susy Cornford (Journalism)

“Overall, I’ve really enjoyed doing Theatre Media. It feels like it’s slowed down as the course has gone on, but I still feel I’m learning useful things. The skills I’ve gotten are mostly practical, from doing hands-on learning of both performance and other stagecraft elements. I’m glad I’ve gotten the opportunity to collaborate on various projects, and encouraged to learn from mistakes.”
– Crow Gabriel (Theatre Media)

“Studying advertising at Charles Sturt has been great. All of the lecturers are really helpful and you’ll get hands-on experience with real scenarios such as dealing with ‘Mud at Splendor 2021’! When I completed my work placement, I could see exactly how the subjects I’d learned were utilised in the industry and how much I had already learned. If you like strategising, planning, and collaborating to execute a goal, you’ll love this course!”
– Tom Giumelli (Advertising)

“I started my studies in PR having little to no idea of what it was about. Despite that, I’m really glad I did because I’ve ended up really enjoying my course. Through this course, I’ve learnt industry-grade skills that I found extremely useful when I had the opportunity to intern with top marketing agencies and broadcasting specialists. I’m really glad that the University lecturers have been so helpful and encouraging throughout my course, I don’t think I would have enjoyed it as much without them.”
– Cat McAllister (Public Relations)

“My course has definitely given me a lot of opportunities and guidance to grow and mature, learning in the workplace and fostering my professional network connections. I’ve learned to plan and run my own events, organise marketing campaigns for clients and have given me a number of helpful contacts and mentors whom I have been able to use in order to further my professional identity and marketability.”
– Merrick Horam (Marketing)

“I’ve enjoyed my digital media course, and I’ve managed to get hands-on with several projects of interest to me. I’m particularly glad I got the opportunity to learn about production planning because I’m sure it’ll be the most useful skill for me.”
– Bria Aplin (Digital Media)

“When I started my course I didn’t know what to expect. Studying all aspects of communication (I had no specialisation), allowed me a behind-the-scenes look at how media is produced and the work that goes into it. It debunked a lot of assumptions I had about media production and the people involved; for that, I have to thank it. Likewise, the practical experience gained is absolutely essential for my future in the industry, particularly that gained at 2MCE-FM.”
– Duck Wilson (Communications)

“After missing out on acceptance into my dream course, studying journalism was my backup plan but not one that I have regretted in the slightest. I can’t wait for the beginning of my career and I owe it all to the friends that I have made and industry professionals and experiences I have been exposed to at Charles Sturt.”
– Onny Slack-Smith (Journalism)

“Studying Theatre Media didn’t come without challenges but overall I did enjoy the learning experiences and skills I gained. I gained great devised theatre skills and the ability to work with various different groups in my chosen industry. Because of my course, I was able to work with the Australian theatre in one of their major musicals which was an amazing learning opportunity. The artistic director I was working with had done my course previously and knew he could ‘throw me into anything’ and I would do my best. This interaction later enabled me to get a job once I had graduated.”
– Alice Cavanagh (Theatre Media)

“I have enjoyed my time at Charles Sturt, particularly the nuance of how demographics think and respond. What surprised me in Advertising was how versatile and creative the process of cultivating a wide-reaching and breakthrough idea could be. It allowed me to visualize creativity as a resource I could harness for connecting with people.”
– Peter Williams (Advertising)

“Studying public relations has provided me with a realistic and practical understanding of the PR industry and how it functions. The PR course offers a ‘hands-on’ approach to PR and has provided me with the basis to excel in work placements, and ultimately the workforce.”
– Sophie Linton (Public Relations)

“Studying marketing at Charles Sturt is both challenging and fun. The course provides a variety of elective choices that have provided me with research skills, knowledge of business supply chains, greater insight into the macroeconomic environment and most importantly consumer decision-making. My subjects are highly advantageous to my business goals and plans for personal branding and product construction.”
– Benjamin Ivers (Marketing)

“I love studying digital media because everything we learn in our specialisation has clear links to industry-relevant skills. Being able to learn these skills hands-on made me feel like I have the skills to make it in the industry. The course allows us to be creative whilst learning important skills for the ever-changing industry!”
– Cody Mildwater (Digital Media)