Study a postgraduate degree in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) at Charles Darwin University and save up to 70% of your total course fees on select courses subsidised by the Australian Government.
It’s a subsidy, not a loan, so you don’t have to pay it back. CSP holders may also be able to access HECS-HELP to defer all or part of their course fees.
Apply now to start in Summer Semester, 2025. Hurry, places are limited
Save up to 70% on select postgraduate course fees
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Save up to 70% on your postgraduate fees on select courses with Commonwealth Supported Places
Flexible study options to fit around your life - learn online, on campus, part-time or full-time
Change or advance your career with our master’s degrees
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What is a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)?
A CSP is a university place where the tuition fees for eligible domestic students are split into two parts:
- Government Contribution: The Australian Government funds up to 70% of your tuition fees.
- Student Contribution: The remainder, which can be deferred and repaid via a HECS-HELP loan.
Who is eligible?
Commonwealth Supported Places are available to students who meet one of the following residency requirements:
(a) an Australian citizen, who will complete some of your course of study while resident in Australia; or
(b) a New Zealand citizen; or an Australian permanent visa holder; or an eligible former permanent humanitarian visa holder; who studies the entire course while living in Australia.
Further information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.
When you apply for any CSP-eligible course at CDU, your eligibility is automatically considered when we assess your application.

Apply now for Summer Semester
If you're ready to take the next step, apply for a Commonwealth Supported Place in your chosen postgraduate program through SATAC.
How to apply