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Information for parents

Monash University Malaysia recognises that our students are the focus in our important partnership with parents/guardians.

We have provided key and helpful information for parents which will help you support your child during their studies or in making a decision to study at Monash Malaysia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who will advise my son/ daughter on their course planning?

A: The Course Management Office in each school advises students on course structure and plan, including the selection and order of units that need to be taken, for specialisation (major), etc.

Q: What is the difference between the student exchange program and transfer?

Exchange	Transfer
Remains a Monash Malaysia student	Become a student of Monash Australia or a * new university
Pays tuition fees in Malaysian Ringgit	Pays tuition fees in Monash Australia or the * new university’s currency (e.g. AUD$, US$)
Normally completes final semester in Monash Malaysia	Completes studies in Monash Australia or in the * new university
* Transfers to other institutions should be managed by the student. Monash Malaysia only provides support for transfer within Monash campuses.

Q: How does my son/ daughter go about studying abroad on exchange?

A: Students may go study abroad for one or two semesters. Interested students are advised to plan their course map with guidance from their School’s Course Management Office as early as Year 1 of their studies.

Further information on the application process is available in our student exchange website or email mum.MonashAbroad@monash.edu for further inquiries.

Q: Can a Monash Malaysia student transfer to Monash Australia?

A: Yes, subject to meeting the requirements of the Faculties

The student leaves Monash Malaysia to study and graduates from the Australian campus
Tuition fees and all other expenses are paid in Australian Dollars
Students should plan their course mapping early, before applying for transfer and discuss with the School’s Course Management Office

Further information: Future Students Office (Building 2, Level 1) or email mum.info@monash.edu

Q: What is the tuition fee amount when a student transfers to Monash Australia?

A: Students who wish to transfer to another Monash campus (e.g. Australia) after completing an exchange program will have to start paying fees to the new campus based on the current fee rate for that year.

For example, they commenced their course in 2015 at Monash Malaysia and then transfer to Monash Australia in 2017, they will start paying Monash Australia’s 2017 fees.

Q: How does Monash Malaysia prepare its students to be industry relevant ?

A: The Schools, together with our Employer Engagement team, organise internships, industry placements, field trips, workshops, seminars, talks, fairs, and recruitment opportunities

For specific course-related internships and field trips, consult respective Schools

Further information available in our Employer Engagement website or contact our Employer Engagement office (Building 2, Level 2).

Q: How do you care and support students when they are sick or stressed?

A: We have a team of professional counsellors and an on-campus Health and Wellness Centre available to support students whenever they are experiencing challenges with their health, personal lives or study. These are confidential and free services

For more information see our Counselling and Wellness website or contact the Senior Counsellors (Building 2, Level 2)

Q: Is the campus safe?

A: Safety and security of students, staff and visitors at our University is of paramount importance to us.

Monash Malaysia is a safe community. We have a proactive approach to personal safety and security. The campus is equipped with electronic security access controls, alarms, CCTV equipment, security personnel
The campus has 24-hour security and a security hotline +603 5514 6333
Students are advised on how to ensure personal safety so they can enjoy life outside the campus.
Sunway Resort City is a fully integrated township, the University vicinity is also monitored by hundreds of CCTVs, security personnel and auxiliary police.

Q: Will you keep me informed about my child’s progress?

A: Monash values the privacy of students’ personal information

We require authorisation from students to release information
In an emergency, we will contact the next-of-kin
Emergency contact details need to be up-to-date

For more information, approach the Student Services counter at Building 2, Level 2 or email malaysia-studentservices@monash.edu

Q: Where can I find out about key semester dates and public holidays?

A: Semester dates and holidays, including important deadlines are available in Principal Dates for Monash Malaysia