The pathway for rural and regional students in north east Victoria to pursue higher education will expand with the signing of a new agreement between Charles Sturt University (CSU) and Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE (GOTAFE). A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will be signed by the two institutions in Shepparton on Monday 19 July. Under the new agreement, GOTAFE students completing a diploma or advanced diploma in agriculture; equine stud management or equine performance management; or nursing will receive guaranteed entry and/or credit into related degree programs offered by CSU. In addition the degree program will be delivered at GOTAFE in Wangaratta meaning regional students will be able to further their studies without the need to relocate from the area.