Monash Early Student Survey
About the Survey
The Monash Early Student Survey (MESS, formerly ESSFS) is an online unit evaluation survey administered in Week 4 of each semester to units at Monash University Malaysia. MESS complements the Student Evaluation of Teaching and Units (SETU), which occurs at the end of the semester. By collecting feedback earlier, this survey enables educators to quickly identify and respond to issues during the semester. More information on participating in the survey below.
Semester 1, 2026
Survey period: 24 March – 6 April (Pushed back to accommodate Hari Raya Holiday)
Semester 2, 2026
Survey period: 17 August – 30 August
- Login to monash.edu.my/mess with your Monash SSO Google account.
- Select a unit on your list.
- Click "Start Now" to begin the survey.
- Fill out and submit the survey.
- Complete surveys for all your units by repeating steps 2–4.
Experiencing issues logging into the MESS website?
Email us at mess@monash.edu
| The following questions are answered on a 4-point Likert scale (Strongly Agree-4, Agree-3, Disagree-2, Strongly Disagree-1): | |
|---|---|
| Core section (* changed) | |
| 1 | In this unit, the learning outcomes have been made clear to me. |
| 2 | The guidelines are very clear about what is required for each assessment in this unit. |
| 3 | I have already had useful feedback on how I am doing in this unit. * |
| 4 | My Moodle site makes it clear what I am expected to do on a weekly basis. |
| 5 | The resources provided in this unit are relevant and up to date.* |
| 6 | The learning activities (both in class and on Moodle) actively engage me and support my learning. * |
| 7 | I feel included, respected, and comfortable participating in learning activities and discussions. * |
| 8 | The digital resources in this unit are easy for me to use, read, listen to, or interact with, so I can learn in a way that works for me. (e.g. video/audio files, internet links, e-reference material, digital games, interactive unit resources, etc.) * |
| Special Focus section | |
| 9 | I am very clear about how I can or cannot use AI in my assessment tasks. |
| The following questions accept open-ended responses: | |
| 10 | What is really working that helps your learning in this unit? |
| 11 | What can be improved to better help your learning in this unit? |
Your feedback is important to us. As a token of appreciation for completing the MESS Semester 1, 2026, participants will stand a chance to win:
- 1x iPad Air (11-inch, Wi-Fi) 128GB
- 150x ZUS vouchers worth RM20 each
Terms and conditions
- Each Eligible Participant is only entitled to ONE (1) prize.
- Lucky draw winners will be contacted within THIRTY (30) working days after the close of the MESS survey via their Monash email accounts.
- Voucher winners will redeem their prizes via email containing the redemption details. Please check your email for the subject title: "Congrats, you won a RM20 ZUS voucher!"
- All device prize winners must respond to said notification email within SEVEN (7) working days. Non-response will result in a redraw and a new winner being chosen.
- Aside from vouchers, all device prizes must be collected on campus (details will be provided). For winners who are not in-country, the prize may be held by the Education Excellence Unit until the prize can be collected on campus. All device prizes will not be shipped to the winners.
- Education Excellence Unit reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions at our discretion.
MESS 2026 Lucky Draw Winners
| Year, Semester | Lucky draw winner | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 2026, Semester 1 | To be decided | iPad Air (11-inch, Wi-Fi) 128GB |
| To be decided | x150 RM20 ZUS vouchers | |
| 2026, Semester 2 | To be decided | iPad Air (11-inch, Wi-Fi) 128GB |
| To be decided | x150 RM20 ZUS vouchers |
ESSFS 2025 Lucky Draw Winners
| Year, Semester | Lucky draw winner | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 2025, Semester 1 | Announced | iPad Air (11-inch, Wi-Fi) 128GB |
| Announced | x300 RM20 Grab vouchers | |
| 2025, Semester 2 | Announced | iPad Air (11-inch, Wi-Fi) 128GB |
| Announced | x300 RM20 ZUS vouchers |
Please check your Monash email to redeem your prizes.
How to view my MESS results?
There are two ways to view your MESS results:
- You may view your results at my-mum-bc.bluera.com or
- Please submit a request to the MESS Team to access the MESS Power BI Report. This same form can also be used to request access to the SETU Power BI report.
Who can access the results or reports in Blue and Power BI?
Only the Unit Coordinator (UC) or Chief Examiner (CE) of the unit, and Deputy Head of School Education (DHOSE) can access the reports directly in Blue and Power BI.
Education Excellence Unit is looking for students to take part in the Student Feedback Focus Group to help improve the learning experience at Monash Malaysia.
For the past three years since the launch of ESSFS, feedback has been the lowest-scoring area, and we want to change that with your help! Your insights will be invaluable in shaping how student feedback is provided and improved across all schools.
All responses shared in the survey and during the focus group discussion will remain anonymous, creating a safe space for open and honest feedback.
Focus Group details
Call for Participants: 3 March - 4 April 2025
Who Can Join: All Monash University Malaysia coursework students
What You’ll Do:
- Complete survey on your feedback experience
- Attend an in-person focus group discussion (scheduled for Semester 1 mid-semester break)
Incentive: RM50 per participant
Limited slots: Only 30 students will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis
Be part of this meaningful initiative and help shape a better feedback system for all students, sign up now!
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