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 FEE-HELP to defer all or part of their course fees.
Apply now to start in Summer Semester, 2025 or Semester 1, 2026 Hurry, places are limited
Why choose CDU?
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
Five-star university for graduate employment outcomes
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