Discover how a Monash degree opens a new world of opportunities

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Berwick, Caulfield, Clayton, Parkville, Peninsula Gippsland

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The Worlds Top CEOs are more likely to hire Monash Graduates
(The New York Times, October 2011)
In a recent study published in The New York Times, more than 200 CEOs from the worlds most successful companies rated Monash in the top 50 of worlds universities from which to hire graduates. Indeed, Monash ranked number one in Australia and number two in Asia-Pacific. It is proof that a Monash education prepares graduates who are ready to lead and perform at an international level.
A vast choice of coursework and research options

Australias biggest university

n Over 60,000 students n Top 1 per cent of world universities

Coursework degrees
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Law and policy Medicine, health and pharmacy Science (including biotechnology) Full-time Off-campus/distance learning

(Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2011)

n Top 200 Shanghai Jiao Tong

250 Bachelor degrees 80 Double degrees More than 330 Postgraduate degrees (Diplomas, Graduate Diplomas, Masters and PhDs)

Academic Rankings of World Universities (2011)

n Ranked 60 by QS World University

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Rankings (2011)
n The High Impact Universities world

We offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses in these areas:

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Research Degrees
Monash offers a large range of research degrees, giving you the opportunity to research whatever you are most passionate about. These include degrees that allow you to mix coursework and professional practice and conduct research across disciplines.
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rankings place Monash in the Top 150 in the world and 5th in Australia for quality and consistency of research output
n Among the top 50 universities for

Business Communication and media Design, creative art and architecture Education Environment and sustainability Engineering Humanities and culture Information technology

Chemistry (the Shanghai Jiao Tong Academic Ranking of World Universities 2011)
n All achieved in 50 years

Masters by Research Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Scholarships
Monash University is the youngest member of the Australias Group of Eight. The Group of Eight is an alliance of elite Australian universities recognised for their excellence in teaching and research. The universities in this alliance produce more than 70% of all basic research conducted at Australias 39 public universities. Its a testament to our research focus and ambitions that we are the youngest member of this prestigious group:
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Australian National University Monash University The University of Adelaide The University of Melbourne The University of New South Wales The University of Queensland The University of Sydney The University of Western Australia

The extensive range of scholarships and bursaries at Monash University not only reward academic excellence but also enable students from many backgrounds to study at a world-class university. Monash offers University and facultyspecific scholarships for coursework and research programs. For more information: www.monash.edu/ scholarships

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Your pathway into Monash University
Monash College programs are Monash Universitys preferred pathway to its undergraduate courses, with guaranteed entry subject to meeting the entry requirements for particular courses.

Monash University Foundation Year

The Monash University Foundation Year is a oneyear program designed to prepare international students for study at Monash University or another Australian university. You will have the opportunity to develop your English, academic, and learning skills in a supportive environment. Students are encouraged to choose the fields of study that suit their tertiary and career ambitions. Foundation Year graduates are guaranteed a place in their preferred destination degree at Monash University after meeting set entry requirements. Students may enter all 10 faculties of Monash University on average, more than 80 per cent of graduates qualify for places in the University.

Monash College Diploma

By choosing to study a Monash College diploma, you are preparing yourself for entry into the first or second year of a Monash University degree. The diploma program is open to both international and domestic students and you have the following specialised diplomas to choose from:
n Art & Design studies n Arts n Business n Engineering studies

Live in Melbourne, the worlds most liveable city

Melbourne is ranked Worlds No.1 Most Liveable City from The Economist Intelligence Unit 2011. The August 2011 Report rates Melbourne as the ideal destination thanks to a widespread availability of goods and services, low personal risk and an effective infrastructure.

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Supporting our students

Monash helps students settle into university life by providing an extensive range of support programs and services, many of them designed specifically for international students. To learn more visit: www.monash.edu.au/students

Airport pick-up service

Commencing students can pre-book our free airport pick-up service prior to arriving in Melbourne.

Accommodation
We offer assistance with temporary accommodation and advice about off-campus housing options. Living on campus can be a good option for students who have never lived out of home. More than 2000 students access our on-campus accommodation, which provides the benefit of live-in staff 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Orientation
Our orientation service incorporates a series of programs to help students adjust to a new country.

Hear from one of our Mauritian students

Academic support
During their studies, students have access to academic support programs to improve written and oral expression, reading, listening and note-taking skills. Tutors are available to guide advanced students through research methodology, conference presentation and the best way of submitting academic papers.

Careers counselling
We also offer individual careers counselling, host career seminars and employer information sessions, as well as providing programs to assist job hunting and resume building.

Monash is the perfect platform for undergraduate studies. Students enjoy advice from experienced professionals and have lots of opportunities for expanding their network through various social events all year round.
After deciding that he wanted to experience the famous Australian lifestyle for himself as a student, John Chan was faced with a multitude of university options. He chose Monash, among many reasons, because of its reputation as a dynamic and multicultural institution. Initially apprehensive about how he would fit in, he quickly realised there was little cause for concern. Within weeks of beginning a Bachelor of Business (Accounting/Banking and Finance), he found that the reputation both of the

John Kelvin Chan

Bachelor of Business (Accounting/Banking and Finance)

Student Service Centres

Student Service Centres are located on all campuses. Our Service Centre staff can answer questions about admissions, enrolment, fees, examinations, scholarships, graduations

University and of Australia was well-deserved. The friendly atmosphere around the campus made it easy to adapt and develop my ability to communicate, John says. Career-wise, John found Monash both inspiring and practically helpful. He put the skills he learnt in the lecture theatre into practice while completing a summer internship at one of Australias largest banks.

Monash University application:

Applying to study at Monash is easy. Follow our step-by-step guide and complete your application online. For undergraduate and postgraduate work please visit: www.monash.edu.au/study/international/apply

Monash College application:

Contact us: study@monash.edu or download your application form at www.monashcollege.edu.au/assets/doc/monashcollege-application-form.pdf

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Monash University reserves the right to alter information, procedures, fees and regulations contained in this document. Please check the Monash University website for updates (www.monash.edu). All information reflects prescriptions, policy and practice in force at time of publication. Published January 2012.