Tan Kuok Xuen

Course: Bachelor of Computer Science, 2017 and Master of Philosophy, Artificial Intelligence, 2023
Nationality: Malaysian
Current role: Machine Learning Engineer, Navigator

Please tell us briefly about your postgraduate research at Monash

My postgraduate research at Monash is on applying Natural Language Processing (NLP) to Support Systems. The research is an industry-academia collaboration with Intel Corporation. Besides the outcome being applied in the real world, we helped to identify further opportunities to pursue that could help address real-world challenges faced by the industry partner.

Why did you choose to pursue your postgraduate studies at Monash Malaysia?

I pursued my postgraduate studies at Monash Malaysia due to its dedicated and supportive supervisors, staff and peers. This gives us a safe environment to take risks and learn while achieving our objectives.

What did you enjoy most about your student life at Monash?

Unfortunately, most of my postgraduate student life at Monash coincides with the pandemic lockdowns. However, there are memorable virtual events organised by the faculty and student council. Friendships go beyond borders and physical barriers.

What is your biggest career goal, or what is the difference you’d like to make?

My biggest career goal is to keep learning daily and apply what I’ve learnt to make a difference.