Information for Prospective Students - PostGraduate/Graduate Coursework
- Study Opportunities Overseas
- Library Facilities
- Fees
- Academic Year
- Applications
- Enrolment Procedures
Study Opportunities Overseas
In China
The School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics has a number of exchange programs with well known Chinese universities: Shanghai Foreign Languages University and East China Normal University (both in Shanghai), Nanjing Normal University and Nanjing University (both in Nanjing), Southwest China University of Finance and Economics (Chengdu). Students can also go to Beijing Language and Culture University and other Chinese universities in China or in Taiwan under special arrangement.
A limited number of Chinese and Taiwanese government scholarships are available for students of Chinese Studies to attend certain Chinese and Taiwanese universities. Interested students should inquire with the convenor of Chinese Studies, Dr Gloria Davies.
In Indonesia
Close links are maintained with several universities and research institutions in Indonesia. Travel and field grants are also available on a competitive basis for postgraduate research projects.
In Japan
Monash University currently has an extensive program of exchanges with leading universities in Japan: Chiba, Gakushuin, Kanazawa, Kyushu, Meiji Gakuin, Ochanomizu, Rikkyo, Saitama, Seikei, Tokyo and Tsukuba Universities.
Many of the exchange agreements allow for exchanges at the postgraduate level. Postgraduate students of the School may be eligible, on the basis of good results in their first year of enrolment at Monash University, to study at one of these universities. Some credit transfer may be possible, subject to the approval of the program course coordinator.
Interested students should contact the Japanese Program exchange coordinator.
In Korea
The School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics handles exchange agreements with four prominent universities (Korea University, Pukyong National University, Pusan National University, Yonsei University). A variety of scholarships are available, and Monash University also supports study in Korea under the Monash Abroad program.
Library Facilities
The Asian Studies Research Library (ASRL) is a specialist research collection holding a large collection of material in Chinese, Korean, Indonesian, Malay, Thai, Vietnamese and an extensive Japanese Studies collection for research on Japanese linguistics, society and culture. Monash also has the Japanese Music Archive and the largest collection in Melbourne of English language publications for Japanese studies.
A team of Asian Studies Resource Librarians is available to give advice on all aspects of research on Asia. Each staff member is fluent in one or more Asian languages. Internet access with Asian language software is available to Monash clients.
Fees
1. Students with Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
Both Coursework and Research courses are available at Postgraduate level. If you have a specific course in mind, follow the Coursefinder link for information on that course including fees: http://www.monash.edu.au/study/coursefinder/
Postgraduate Coursework programs
Postgraduate coursework programs are Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) applicable. For more information, visit the Faculty of Arts website: http://www.monash.edu.au/fees/course-fees/index.html . Commonwealth Supported Place was previously known as HECS. For more information, visit http://www.adm.monash.edu.au/enrolments/csp
Please note: The offering of CSP places for postgraduate coursework programs may be subject to change under new Government regulations.
Research Programs
For local students, research programs are CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place) exempt. For more information on research programs offered within the Faculty of Arts, please refer to: http://arts.monash.edu.au/hdr/opportunities/areas.php. This site will also link you to academic staff and their research areas.
Scholarships are available for research students. Information is available from: http://www.mrgs.monash.edu.au/scholarships/.
2. International Students
The international student tuition fee for 2009 is $22,940 per annum for full-time students enrolled in courses within the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics. This fee applies to both coursework and research programs. For further details on international fees, please refer to: http://www.monash.edu/international/fees/.
Scholarships are available for research students. Information is available from: http://www.mrgs.monash.edu.au/scholarships/.
Further information for international students such as visa requirements, accommodation etc. is available from the Monash International website at http://www.monash.edu/international/ .
Academic Year for 2009
The academic year consists of two semesters with each semester having 13 weeks.
- Semester 1:
- Orientation week is from 23rd February to 27th February 2008
- Semester 1 commences 2 March 2009
- Semester 2:
- Commences 20 July 2009
Students enrolling in 100% research courses (i.e. PhD, Masters by 100% research) can enrol any time of the year. Those enrolling in a masters by research and coursework are able to enrol at the beginning of either semester as the coursework component is usually completed first. Students doing coursework usually enrol at the beginning of the academic year starting with Semester 1. However, commencement from Semester 2 is also offered in most programs - please check the individual pages on this site, and contact the School if you require further information about this.
International students must enrol full-time.
A list of semester and vacation dates is available from the University Secretariat site.
Applications
Application forms for Postgraduate Coursework and Research degrees (local and international) are available from the Faculty of Arts website: http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/future/
Note: it is best to contact the School to obtain an application form for research degrees as the applicant must first consult with an academic staff member regarding their research proposal and potential for supervision. Initial enquiries can be directed to Ms Sally Riley, Senior Administrative Officer . Your enquiry can also be directed through the Higher Degrees Office, Faculty of Arts
1. Closing Date for Applications for Australian Students
The closing date is usually in November each year.. Applications may be accepted beyond this date, but there is no guarantee of a CSP place. If CSP places are full, then a full-fee paying place may be offered. The closing date for mid-year entry is usually the first week in June each year.
2. Closing Date for Applications for International Students
There are no official closing dates for international applications, however, applicants should allow time for processing and the acquisition of a student visa.
The coursework programs are semesterised and the 2009 academic year runs from late February until October. Semester One commences on 2nd March 2009 and Semester Two commences on 20th July, 2009. Please note that students are not permitted to enrol after the first two weeks of any semester.
Mid-year entry is available for some courses. Applications should reach Monash International at least two months prior to the course commencement date, however, again you should apply as soon as possible to allow time for processing and the visa application process.
Research candidates are not tied to a semester enrolment. They are enrolled on a monthly basis from the beginning to the end of their candidature, thus, fees are calculated according to the number of months enrolled and the student load for each year.
Enrolment Procedures
1. Australian Applicants
The on-line application and offer procedure is available from: http://adm.monash.edu.au/admissions/applyonline-instruct.html2. International Applicants
The application (mail and on-line) and offer procedure is available from: http://www.monash.edu/study/international/
3. Enrolment for Research Units and Translation Projects in Coursework Degrees
Students intending to include a research unit or translation project in their coursework degree are required to find a supervisor willing to supervise their work, and to submit a permission form (in the case of a research unit, together with a research proposal) to the School. The School's approval should be received before enrolling in such research units or translation projects (these units are actually barred from WES and enrolment must be manual using the Part A form).
Permission forms for both the research units and translation projects are available from the Postgraduate Coordinator. You can also download the permission form.
Guidelines for these units are available at Research and Translation Project Guidelines. Note that there are guidelines for research units and translation projects approved by the Faculty of Arts. There are also specific School guidelines for research units.