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8 May, 2023 | Master of Data Analytics student, Bahareh Shahrestanaki

Your Quick Guide to Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)

You may have heard of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) and wondered what they are and how they work. Here are five things you need to know about this subsidy and how CSPs can significantly reduce your postgraduate course fees in information technology (IT), data science, and business process management (BPM) to help you make informed decisions about your higher education.

1. What is CSP?

A CSP is a higher education place that the Federal government partially subsidises. The subsidy is not a loan; you don’t have to pay it back. In a nutshell, it means you pay much less for your course than a full-fee-paying student. The amount you pay depends on the course you choose and your citizenship status. To be eligible for a CSP, you must satisfy one of these residency requirements.

2. What study areas introduced CSP in 2023?

The QUT Faculty of Science offers CSP in in-demand study areas like artificial intelligence, cyber security, information technology, data science, and business process management (BPM). In the past, CSP hasn’t always extended to postgraduate courses, so this is a great reason to move toward your goal of further study.

3. How much can I save?

Studying one of our postgraduate CSP courses can reduce the cost of your fees by more than 60%. This is great news for professionals looking to boost their careers or current undergraduate students keen to do a deep dive with a graduate certificate or master degree. You can select from a range of graduate certificates, graduate diplomas and master degrees.

4. How do I secure a CSP?

Follow these steps:

  1. Check the list of CSP courses at the end of this blog post and pick the course that best supports your study and career goals.
  2. Apply for the course. Follow this step-by-step guide if you get stuck.
  3. Following an offer to study at QUT, follow the instructions to accept your offer. QUT communications will highlight if the place you have been offered is a CSP or not.
  4. Complete your CSP and HECS-HELP loan application form provided by QUT by the census date.

5. Which QUT IT courses are covered?

Data Science

Information Technology (IT)

Business Process Management (BPM)

Understanding Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) and the availability of CSPs in postgraduate IT and data analytics courses at QUT can significantly impact your higher education decisions.

Taking advantage of these subsidised places can be a game-changer for both professionals and current undergraduate students. It offers the potential for substantial cost savings and the opportunity to pursue high-demand careers.

By following the outlined steps to secure a CSP, you can make the most of these opportunities and further your academic and career aspirations.

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