With a total of 32,478 students studying via Distance Education in 2002, Charles Sturt University (CSU) is the Australia's largest distance education provider and Australia's eighth largest public university.

CSU is a dynamic and progressive university whose innovative approach to education has earned it an international reputation for excellence. The University’s responsiveness to the changing needs of society, commerce and industry reflects its commitment to the provision of relevant and distinctive education.

CSU is challenging traditional approaches to teaching with flexible learning systems, which are continually being developed to improve course delivery. This strategy has put CSU at the forefront of communication technology, a position vital to enable students from isolated regions of the country and around the globe to access quality resources and education.