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Q: How much is the fee for a postgraduate/HDR programs at Monash
University Sunway campus?
A: The fees for all postgraduate/HDR programs listed above are RM
30,000.00 per year (for year 2007) not including general fees. General
fees cost RM 300.00 for the first year and RM 100.00 for subsequent
years.
Q: What is the duration of study for postgraduate/HDR programs?
A: The
duration of study depends on the program you are enrolling in. For a
masters program, the normal duration is 2 years on a full-time study. A Doctor of Philosophy program takes about 3
years to complete for a full-time study. Part-time study requires twice
the amount of time stated above.
Q: What is the entry requirement for postgraduate/HDR programs at Monash
University Sunway campus?
A: The entry requirements for MPhil and PhD are stated
here and for Masters
at the School’s webpage.
Q: How is the postgraduate/HDR programs structured in Monash University
Sunway campus?
A: Most of the programs are 100% research with no coursework involved.
However, some may require the candidate to enroll in certain coursework
such as Research Methodology.
Q: What postgraduate/HDR programs do Monash University Sunway campus?
A: Below is the list of postgraduate/HDR programs we offer at
Monash University Sunway campus.
Master:
Science
Engineering Science
Arts
Masters
of Philosophy:
Information Technology
Business
Doctor
of Philosophy:
Arts
Business
Engineering
Information Technology
Medicine and Health Sciences
Science
There will be more programs in the future.
Q: What are the areas of research available at Monash University Sunway
campus?
A: Research strengths are as listed
at the School's webpage.
However, the areas of
research are not limited to the list provided. For more information on
our key research areas, you can contact the School’s R&D Managers to
obtain them.
Q: How do I contact the Campus Research Office or the R&D Managers?
A: Their contacts are listed
here.
Q: Is there a deadline for application of postgraduate/HDR programs and
scholarship?
A: No, there isn’t. Candidates can put in their application anytime.
Scholarship application should be submitted together with the course
application.
Q: How do I apply for postgraduate/HDR programs at Monash University
Sunway campus?
A: You are encouraged to speak to the Campus Research Office and the
School’s R&D Manager before putting in your application. They will
advise you on various matters including entry requirements, areas of
research available at the School, preparation of proposal for the
application form and etc. A flowchart on your application process is
shown
here (Faculty-based Masters
application process may differ from the flowchart shown).
Q: How long does it take for an application to be approved?
A: It takes approximately 2 months for
straight forward cases. Quality is
emphasized on all our programs and hence approval will still be
determined and given by the Monash Research Graduate School (MRGS) at
Monash University Australia.
Q: What if I am an oversea candidate? Will the application process
differs from a local candidate?
A: No, application process does not differs whether you are a local or
not. However, once you receive your offer package, you will be notified
on the requirements needed for an application of student visa (if you do
not have a working permit here in Malaysia).
Q: Are scholarships available for candidates to apply to study
postgraduate/HDR programs at Monash University Sunway campus?
A: Yes. Monash University Sunway Campus is offering 6 scholarships per
discipline each year. This makes a total of 36 scholarships per year.
The scholarships offered are worth RM 48,000.00 per year for Master
studies and RM 54,000 a year for Doctorate studies. Candidates who are
interested in applying can approach the School for more information.
Forms for the scholarship application are available
here.
Q: Will I know of my scholarship application status when I get my offer
package?
A: Yes, you will be notified if you have successfully obtain our
scholarship or not in the offer package.
Q: If I am offered a place to study and my company/government is
sponsoring my studies, what should I do?
A: In such cases, a letter from the company/government stating the
conditions and amount will be required. Your application will still be
processed as normal. Our Finance Department will then invoice the
company or relevant government departments for the expenses once you are
offered a place. Once we receive the payment or a letter of undertaking,
the candidate will then be enrolled in the system.
Q: Can I do a part-time study at Monash University Sunway campus?
A: For postgraduate/HDR programs, yes. However, you will need to
allocate 2 days per week (excludes Sunday) for research. If you are
working, a letter of support from your employer is needed stating the
two days allocation per week for research. Part-time studies are only
available for Malaysian citizens and foreigners with working permit or
PR status.
Q: Are there any requirements I have to meet for part-time studies?
A: Full-time studies entail four full days attendance on-campus.
Part-time studies entail two full days attendance on-campus. A letter
from the candidate’s employer/superior will be needed to state the 2
days allowed for the candidate to undertake the on-campus attendance for
his/her research.
Q: If I am an oversea candidate and currently working oversea, can I do
part-time study for
postgraduate/HDR programs at Monash University
Sunway campus?
A: No. We do not offer external candidature to those working oversea and
intending to do part-time study at Monash University Sunway Campus at
this moment.
Q: If I am an oversea student on a student visa studying at Monash
University Sunway campus, will I be able to work part-time in Malaysia?
A: No. At this moment, the immigration law in Malaysia prohibits this.
Q: If I am currently a Monash University (Australia) student and holding
a scholarship offered there, will I be able to continue my studies at
Monash University Sunway Campus holding the scholarship obtained?
A: You can transfer to Monash University Sunway Campus to continue your
studies subjected to availability of expertise in your area of research.
However, your scholarship may not be valid here at Monash University
Sunway Campus depending on your scholarship’s terms and conditions.
Q: If I transfer to Monash University Sunway Campus from Monash
University (Australia), which fees do I pay?
A: You will pay the
Monash University Sunway campus’s fees once you enroll at
Monash University Sunway campus.
Q: What are the facilities available for postgraduate/HDR students at
Monash University Sunway campus?
A: Facilities offered to postgraduate/HDR students at Monash University
Sunway Campus includes laboratory and equipments, postgraduate centre
with workspace, computer and printing facilities, databases access,
library and etc. More information can be obtained from the Campus
Research Office or the R&D Managers.
If your questions are not listed above
and you would like to enquire more on the programs, please feel free to
contact the Campus Research Office or the
R&D Managers at the School you
wish to undertake your studies. |
