OverviewMonash University is committed to quality teaching, learning, and research in an innovative and international environment. Since its first student intake in 1961, Monash has grown into a diverse and energetic institution, with six campuses in and around the city of Melbourne, Australia, one in Malaysia and one in South Africa, and centers in London, UK, and Prato, Italy. AustraLearn students study at either the Caulfield or Clayton campuses in Melbourne.
Studying abroad at Monash University gives you an internationally recognized experience that opens doors across the globe. As one of Australia's leading Group of Eight universities, Monash is recognized for its excellence in research, scholarship, and teaching. Monash is known as a vibrant and energetic place of learning, enriched by a dynamic and diverse group of students from over 100 countries.
As a study abroad student, you will have access to the highest quality academic programs and a wide choice of subjects from our 10 faculties. You can also add value to your degree by studying some uniquely Australian subjects.
Your time at Monash will also allow you to develop personally. Our Study Abroad program balances academic rigor with life experience. Monash Abroad offers you a comprehensive support network to assist with your integration into campus life, enabling you to focus on your academic and social opportunities. Monash will encourage you to integrate into the life of the University, to make Australian friends, and to see and understand more of local culture and its context within the Asia-Pacific region. Your time studying abroad at Monash University will be exciting and rewarding and provide both quality education and memorable life experiences.
 While studying at Monash University, you can maximize your study abroad experience by enrolling in the new Global Identity course (EdPA 3103 Connecting Your International Experience to Your Future). The course will help you articulate the value of your experience to future employers, demonstrate your intercultural development and skills, and understand intercultural interactions.
This one-credit, online course is offered by the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities exclusively for students studying in Australia with AustraLearn. LEARN MORE>LocationSix of Monash’s eight campuses are in, and around, the city of Melbourne. AustraLearn students study at the Caulfield and Clayton campuses - the two largest and most comprehensive of the Monash campuses.
The Economist Intelligence Unit published a survey that placed Melbourne as the number one city in the world in which to live. Melbourne has a life of its own. Vibrant, hip and friendly with a fervent spirit and a youthful outlook, Melbourne’s appeal is universal.
In Melbourne you will discover:
- Parks and gardens, many within minutes of the city center
- Efficient and inexpensive public transport system
- Hundreds of cafes, theatres, and live music venues
- Major sporting events and festivals
- Temperate climate
- Casual lifestyle
Extracurricular ActivitiesThe university has a rich and vibrant student lifestyle that ensures your Monash experience goes well beyond the classroom. Highlights include:
- More than 180 student clubs, societies, and associations covering cultural, gender, religious, political, theatrical, ethnic, academic, and social interests exist to enrich your experience as a Monash student.
- Recreational facilities include fully equipped gymnasiums, swimming pools, saunas, sports ovals, art galleries, and performing arts venues.
- Sports clubs for activities such as skydiving, windsurfing, water skiing, and hang-gliding, as well as competitive sports like squash, basketball, hockey, badminton, and table tennis.
The Exchange Club is a student-run club that encourages students from all campuses to join and be involved in its activities. It provides a social forum for students interested in studying abroad, Australian students who have returned from studying abroad, and current visiting students at Monash University. Activities conducted by the Exchange Club include a welcome BBQ for all visiting students during the Monash Abroad orientation, a weekend trip, trivia night, and various other social activities throughout semester. Academic HighlightsYou can choose your units from any of Monash’s 10 faculties:
- Art and Design
- Arts
- Business and Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- Information Technology
- Law
- Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences
- Pharmacy
- Science
With more than 6,000 units available across hundreds of disciplines, you will be able to tailor a study program to meet your personal and academic needs. You can also choose uniquely Australian units, such as Contemporary Australia or Experiencing the Australian Landscape, that provide you with an academic and cultural context from which to explore the country.
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Classes are offered in a wide range of subjects. To see if the classes you need are available at this university, review the course catalog.
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Be sure to use the "help pages" for assistance on finding the courses that you need. University ServicesMonash provides the following services to make your life easier:
- Computer labs - If you do not have your own computer, there are computer facilities at all Monash campuses providing you with access to word processing, the Internet, and email. Dial-in access from home is also available to enrolled students.
- Language and learning - The Language and Learning Services unit (LLS) of Monash is an invaluable resource for international students. It offers programs to help you improve the quality of your written and oral expression, reading, oral presentations, listening to lectures, note taking, and approaches to study.
- Library - Monash University library contains over 2.8 million items and provides access to thousands more resources via electronic networks. The library is located at eight sites within Australia. Strong emphasis is placed on electronic resources and services, offering you the flexibility to access the library from wherever and whenever you wish.
- Community and medical services - The Health, Wellbeing and Development division of Monash University can help you by providing support and advice with emotional, psychological and health problems, and financial and accommodation difficulties. The Health Service provides consultations to students free-of-charge. Ancillary services on campus include physiotherapy, massage and optometry.
- Legal advice - Professional legal advice is available to help students with any unexpected problems that arise by the Monash-Oakleigh Legal Service which is operated by the Faculty of Law.
- Religious services - Chaplains are available and trained to provide you with spiritual support regardless of your religious faith. A multi-faith religious center on campus allows for prayer for all major faiths and denominations.
- Monash Exchange Club - As a Study Abroad student, you automatically become a member of the Exchange Club. The club is entirely run by students, for students. It is designed to make your time at Monash and in Melbourne fun and enjoyable. You will meet and become friends with local and other international students through events, such as, house parties, pub crawls, day and weekend trips, sporting events, dinner parties and more.
HousingUniversity housing is available to study abroad students at Monash, including residence halls (Clayton campus) or apartments (Caulfield campus). All accommodation includes single occupancy bedrooms.OrientationMonash Abroad runs an orientation program especially for Study Abroad students. The orientation program is conducted over several days and provides a forum to meet other students and learn about Monash student life. The Orientation is conducted from the Clayton campus prior to the University Orientation Week in Semester 1 and two weeks prior to classes starting in Semester 2.Community InvolvementWhile abroad, we recommend getting involved in your local community. It's an awesome way to meet locals, experience the true Australian culture, and create long lasting memories. From volunteering to festival-going, we challenge you to make the most of your international experience... See a sample of community involvement opportunities available in Melbourne or discover your own upon arrival!
You'll get a taste of how enriching community involvement can be during your first few days in Australia on AustraLearn's Culture and Adventure Program. The program includes one day of pre-arranged volunteering with the local community. You'll interact directly with locals while giving back to and sharing your own culture with the community that first welcomes you to Australia. Plus, you can continue your volunteer efforts later in the semester by signing up for AustraLearn's Conservation Volunteer Weekend.
   Meet the AustraLearn CoordinatorJalyssa Brummer is the AustraLearn coordinator for Monash University
View SubjectsClasses are offered in a wide range of subjects. To see if the classes you need are available at this university, review the course catalog.
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Be sure to use the "help pages" for assistance on finding the courses that you need. Fees| Program Fees | $11555.00 | | Housing | | With Meals | Not available at this university | | Without Meals | Starting at $3,390 | | Housing Deposit | | With Meals | Not applicable | | Without Meals | Refundable housing deposits range from approximately $200 - $1,200 and are billed in addition to the housing fees. |
Fee IncludesProgram fees are in U.S. dollars. Program Fees include tuition for 3 to 4 subjects, university administrative fees, membership in the student union (where applicable), overseas health coverage, ISIC Premium (International Student Identity Card), 25% Lonely Planet Book discount, also included is our renowned 6-day Bridging Cultures Program in Tropical Cairns, Australia. Fees include all pre-trip services such as: orientation materials, visa-processing service (excluding the visa fee), housing placements, personal advising, subject selections, liaise with your home university, credit transfer assistance, and financial aid services. As a study abroad student, you will be required to enroll as a full time student. Your semester is equivalent to 12-16 U.S. credits. Additional tuition and/or fees may apply in some subject areas not limited to the following: science, engineering, fine arts, and journalism. Students who undertake subjects where the university requires additional fees will be billed by the host university. Several universities have included the Sports and Rec. membership. Activities are usually extra. The Housing Fees are approximates and are in addition to the Program Fees. Housing fees listed include the least expensive option available for single accommodation in flats, houses and/or dormitories. AustraLearn offers a wide variety of accommodation options and costs allowing for individual budget considerations. Students who choose to arrange their own accommodation upon arrival will be charged the Program Fee only, as they will be responsible for making payment directly to the housing provider once accommodation has been arranged. Fee SemesterThe Program Fees listed are for the February 2010 semester. Fees are subject to change for future terms.
The Housing Fees listed are approximate figures based on the least expensive option available for accommmodation in flats, houses and/or dormitories. AustraLearn offers a wide variety of accommodation options and costs allowing for individual budget considerations. FactsLocation: Melbourne, Victoria
Overseas Students: 17111
Staff: 6590
Total Enrolment: 58319
Dates| All dates are provided by each university and are subject to change. AustraLearn will attempt to provide you with the most up-to-date information as we receive it. Be sure to confirm dates before finalizing any travel plans. | |
| July 2010 Semester - Fall | Application Deadline: April 15, 2010
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| Anticipated Departure | June 27, 2010 | | Start Date | June 29, 2010 | | End Date | November 19, 2010 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | September 27, 2010 - October 1, 2010 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| July 2010 Year - Fall | Application Deadline: April 15, 2010
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| Anticipated Departure | June 27, 2010 | | Start Date | June 29, 2010 | | End Date | June 27, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | September 27, 2010 - October 1, 2010 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | March 21, 2011 - March 28, 2011 |
| February 2011 Semester - Spring | Application Deadline: November 15, 2010
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| Anticipated Departure | February 3, 2011 | | Start Date | February 5, 2011 | | End Date | July 3, 2009 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | April 9, 2011 - April 17, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| February 2011 Year - Spring | Application Deadline: November 15, 2010
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| Anticipated Departure | February 3, 2011 | | Start Date | February 5, 2011 | | End Date | November 25, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | April 9, 2011 - April 17, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | September 24, 2011 - October 2, 2011 |
| July 2011 Semester - Fall | Application Deadline: April 15, 2011
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| Anticipated Departure | July 4, 2011 | | Start Date | July 6, 2011 | | End Date | November 18, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | October 1, 2011 - October 9, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| July 2011 Year - Fall | Application Deadline: April 15, 2011
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| Anticipated Departure | July 4, 2011 | | Start Date | July 6, 2011 | | End Date | June 22, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | October 1, 2011 - October 9, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | April 14, 2012 - April 22, 2012 |
| February 2012 Semester - Spring | Application Deadline: November 15, 2011
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| Anticipated Departure | February 11, 2012 | | Start Date | February 13, 2012 | | End Date | June 22, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | April 14, 2012 - April 22, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| February 2012 Year - Spring | Application Deadline: November 15, 2011
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| Anticipated Departure | February 11, 2012 | | Start Date | February 13, 2012 | | End Date | November 23, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | April 14, 2012 - April 22, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | September 29, 2012 - October 7, 2012 |
| July 2012 Year - Fall | Application Deadline: April 15, 2012
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| Anticipated Departure | July 9, 2012 | | Start Date | July 11, 2012 | | End Date | June 28, 2013 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | October 1, 2012 - October 5, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | April 1, 2013 - April 5, 2013 |
| July 2012 Semester - Fall | Application Deadline: May 15, 2012
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| Anticipated Departure | July 9, 2012 | | Start Date | July 11, 2012 | | End Date | November 23, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | October 1, 2012 - October 5, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
Entry RequirementsApplicants must have the required GPA and have completed at least the equivalent of one year of full-time study at the university/college level.
Students with a lower GPA than the requirement may be considered on a case by case basis. Please contact our office for more information.
Required GPA: 3.00
AustraLearn Coordinator| Name: | Jalyssa Brummer | | Title: | Senior Coordinator, Outreach and Student Services | | Department: | Semester or Year Abroad in Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji |
BIO:
Jalyssa manages study abroad admission and participant pre-trip services to Griffith University, LaTrobe University, Monash University, Swinburne University of Technology, The University of Melbourne, University of Wollongong, and the University of South Pacific.
Jalyssa graduated with a B.S. in Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism from Colorado State University. Her study abroad took her to Lincoln University in New Zealand where she gained a passion for international education and travel. While studying abroad she traveled New Zealand extensively, Australia, and Fiji. Additional travels have included backpacking Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Turkey, and the U.K.
Advice From The Coordinator:
Melbourne is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with a very multicultural population. Renowned for its obsession with the arts, sports, and the thriving shopping, cafe, and restaurant scene, Melbourne offers a culture all its own. Monash University is located just 8 miles from downtown with easy access to this exciting metopolis. |
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