MEB Uni - Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the changes?

To ensure we continue to offer English language programs that support students success in their
Monash University programs, Monash College will be extending the Monash English Bridging
(MEB) program for students on a pathway to University. The program will now have a 10, 15 and
20 week entry point. The first course affected by these changes is commencing on 13 February
2017.

New 2016/17 term dates:

Intake
10 Mar 2016
21 Apr 2016
28 Sep 2016
3 Nov 2016
9 Feb 2017
16 March 2017
27 April 2017

Start
End
14 Mar 2016
1 Jul 2016
26 Apr 2016
1 Jul 2016
3 Oct 2016
10 Feb 2017
7 Nov 2016
10 Feb 2017
Change Implemented
13 Feb 2017
7 July 2017
20 March 2017
7 July 2017
1 May 2017
7 July 2017

Course Length
15 weeks
10 weeks
15 weeks
10 weeks
20 weeks
15 weeks
10 weeks

New entry requirements:

Program
Courses requiring an IELTS
of 6.5 (no band lower than
6.5 or 6.0)
Courses requiring an IELTS
of 7.0 (no band lower than
6.0, 6.5 or 7.0)
Courses requiring a 7.5 (no
band lower than 7.0 or 8.0)

Weeks (hours)
20 (400 hrs)
15 (300 hrs)
10 (200 hrs)
20 (400 hrs)
15 (300 hrs)
10 (200 hrs)
20 (400 hrs)
15 (300 hrs)
10 (200 hrs)

New IELTS Entry Requirements

5.5 (no band lower than 5.0)
6.0 (no band lower than 5.5)
6.0 ( writing 6.0, no band lower than 5.5)
6.0 (no band lower than 5.5)
6.5 (no band lower than 6.0)
6.5 (writing 6.5, no band lower than 6.0)
6.5 (writing 6.5, no band lower than 6.0)
7.0 (no band lower than 6.5)
7.0 (writing 7.0, no band lower than 6.5)

2. Why did Monash College make these changes?

The additional five weeks and alignment of the entry requirements with destination programs will
ensure students are given adequate time to develop their language skills and be better equipped
on entry to deal with the linguistic demands of their destination program.
3. Which programs do the changes apply to?
The changes only apply to the MEB program for students on a pathway to an undergraduate,
postgraduate or graduate degrees of research at Monash University.

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MEB Uni - Frequently Asked Questions

4.

Where can I find the updated dates and entry requirements?

The updated dates and entry requirements are now available on the Monash College website:
https://www.monashcollege.edu.au/english-language-services/english-language-courses/datesand-fees
and
http://www.monashcollege.edu.au/english-language-services/english-language-courses/monashenglish-bridging/bridging-entry-requirements
5. Will the fees change?
Fees will remain $470 per week for MEB with a $295 administration fee.
6. Who can I contact to get more information?
Please contact Monash College at scenquiries@monash.edu. Alternatively you can contact your
Monash Regional Manager.

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