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, unit to the approval of the School's Postgraduate Committee.
Interested student should 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.
Postgraduate Coursework programs
Postgraduate coursework programs are CSP ( Commonwealth Supported Place ) 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
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://www.arts.monash.edu.au/research/research_scholarships/index.html .
Scholarships are available for research students. Information is available from: http://www.monash.edu.au/phdschol/schols/ .
2. International Students
The international student tuition fee for 2007 is $21,950 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.monash.edu.au/phdschol/schols/ .
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 2008
The academic year consists of two semesters with each semester having 13 weeks.
- Semester 1:
- Orientation week is from 18th February to 22nd February 2008
- Semester 1 commences 25th February 2008
- Semester
2:
- Commences 14th July 2008
.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 Secreteriat site.
Applications
Coursework applications
- Domestic Students
(Domestic off-campus students can either use this form or the off-campus
form below):
http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/future/apps-postgraduate.html - International Students (on-campus):
http://www.monash.edu.au/study/international/apply/ - Internationals students (off-campus)
and Local students (off-campus):
Application procedures and form: http://www.monash.edu.au/offcampus/
Research applications
- Research
Masters
- Domestic
and external international students:
http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/research/apply/forms.php - International students:
http://www.monash.edu/study/international/apply/application-stepbystep-research.html
- Domestic
and external international students:
- PhD
- Domestic, international and external students:
- http://www.mrgs.monash.edu.au/research/programs/admis.html
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.
1. Closing Date for Applications for Australian Students
The closing date for 2008 enrolment is usually the first week in November, 2007. As these closing dates could be extended depending on the circumstances of application numbers, it is advisable to contact the School if you wish to apply after this date to see if it is possible. The closing date for mid-year entry is usually the first week in June each year.
2. Closing Date for Applications for International Students
The application closing date is the last week in December for the Semester One, 2006 intake. Late applications will be considered, however, applicants should allow time for processing and the acquisition of a student visa.
The coursework programs are semesterised and the 2008 academic year runs from late February until October. Semester One commences on 25th February, 2008 and Semester Two commences on 14th July, 2008. 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, 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.
3. What to Submit
Application forms will specify the documentation to be submitted with the form. Applicants are also advised to check the entry requirements for individual courses for additional or specific requirements.
Local applications are required to be sent directly to: Arts Coursework/Faculty Office, Faculty of Arts, Monash University , Clayton Campus, Wellington Rd , Clayton 3800
International application forms are required to be sent directly to:
Monash International Admissions, International Centre, Building 73, Monash University , Clayton Vic 3800. A A$100 application fee is applicable for 2006.
Enrolment Procedures
1. Australian Applicants
Successful Australian applicants will receive an offer letter by email from mid-November to mid-December. The applicant is requested to respond to this offer by reply email within one week. After two weeks, the place in the Faculty may be given to another applicant. Following your acceptance of the offer, you will receive full enrolment instructions. The main steps are:
Step 1 - Contacting your program coordinator - to discuss your program of study;
Step 2 - Completing the online enrolment, including Enrolment Questionnaire, HECS options declaration form, and unit enrolment - a step by step menu guide is provided on the University's enrolment site (WES).
Step 3 - Obtaining a student card.
If you are unable to complete enrolment online you should contact the Faculty of Arts Coursework Office for assistance.
2. International Applicants
After receiving an unconditional offer of a place from the Faculty of Arts, intending students will, after paying the deposit as outlined in the offer letter, receive an Acceptance Advice form from the Monash International Office which will enable the acquisition or extension of a visa. Enrolment for coursework takes place in February (Semester One), or July (Semester Two).
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 an application 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).
Because the processing of such applications takes some time, students are advised to prepare their applications well before the enrolment dates. For Semester 1 enrolment, students should apply to the School by 27th October, so that the candidate can be enrolled in December for the following year. Confirmation of Semester 2 enrolment takes place in mid-July. It is therefore necessary to apply to the School for approval by 1st June. Application forms for both the research units and translation projects are available from the Postgraduate Coordinator. You can also download the application 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.