Entry into Monash with HKDSE

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The worlds top CEOs are more likely to hire Monash Graduates
(The New York Times, October 2011)
In a recent study published in The New York Times, more than 200 CEOs from the worlds most successful companies rated Monash in the top 50 of worlds universities from which to hire graduates. Indeed, Monash ranked number one in Australia and number two in AsiaPacific. It is proof that a Monash education prepares graduates who are ready to lead and perform at an international level.

The benefits of our 330 undergraduate programs

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Ranked by QS World University Rankings 2011

Discipline Ranking
Top 50 in Art & Humanities Top 50 in Life Sciences & Medicine

Preparing globally mobile graduates Todays graduates will compete with the rest of the world for jobs. Monash courses ensure they are exposed to a global perspective from day one. Our degrees are internationally recognised, which gives our graduates an extra edge.

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global network

Over 21,000 international students from over 140 countries study at Monash every year. When they graduate, our students become part of an international network of more than 275,000 alumni.
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Over 60,000 students with more than 21,000 international students.

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choice

Monash has more students doing double degrees than any other Australian university. All 10 Monash faculties offer over 80 double degrees. Graduating with two different bachelor degrees provides you more career flexibility and opportunities.
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Monash University is a foundation member of Australias Group of Eight. An alliance of elite Australian universities recognised for their excellence in teaching and research Positioned in the top 1% of the world universities (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2011) One of only seven Australian universities in the worlds top 200 (THES 2011-2012) Ranked 60 by QS World University Rankings (2011) A global alumni network of over 250,000

unique education model

We believe, before you can change your world, you need to understand your world. This is why our students are given the opportunity to study outside traditional academic settings, creating international networks, to volunteer, to travel the world and to engage in research sooner. Our model encourages students to build on their strengths, and discover new skills, by challenging and supporting them from their first day here. To learn more about our study options please visit: www.monash.edu/study/options/more

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Your pathway into Monash University
Monash College programs are Monash Universitys preferred pathway to its undergraduate courses, providing guaranteed entry, subject to meeting the entry requirements for particular courses.
Monash University Foundation Year
The Monash University Foundation Year is a one-year program designed to prepare international students for study at Monash University or another Australian university. You will have the opportunity to develop your English, academic, and learning skills in a supportive environment. Students are encouraged to choose the fields of study that suit their tertiary and career ambitions. Foundation Year graduates are guaranteed a place in their preferred destination degree at Monash University after meeting set entry requirements. Students may enter all 10 faculties of Monash University on average, more than 80 per cent of graduates qualify for places in the University.

Monash College Diplomas

By choosing to study a Monash College diploma, you are preparing yourself for entry into the first or second year of a Monash University degree. Each diploma is offered in two parts. Your highest qualification will decide your entry point:
n Part 1 Australian Year 11 or its equivalent, or n art 2 Australian Year 12 or its equivalent (with P

the appropriate prerequisite subjects). You have the following specialised diplomas to choose from:
n Art & Design studies n Arts n Business n Engineering studies

English Language Bridging Programs

Our English Language Bridging Programs are available to students who have received a conditional offer. Upon successful completion, students are guaranteed entry into their chosen Monash College or Monash University course. Classes will prepare you for successful future study by improving your skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening, note taking and research.

Foundation Year entry requirements for HKDSE students

Senior 2nd year of HKDSE (Year 11 or known as Form 5)
Grading scale: 0 100% (50% pass mark) Best four academic subjects

Standard

Intensive

Extended

Minimum average of 60% English Language Requirement: 60% in English subject or IELTS: overall 5.5 with writing 5.5

Minimum average of 65% English language requirement: 65% in English subject or IELTS: overall 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 Minimum average of 60% English language requirement: 60% in English subject or IELTS: overall 6.0 with no band less than 5.5

Minimum average of 55% English language requirement: 55% in English subject or IELTS: overall 5.0 with no band less than 5.0 Minimum average of 50% English language requirement: 50% in English subject or IELTS: overall 5.0 with no band less than 5.0

Grading scale: 0 100% (40% pass mark) Best four academic subjects

Minimum average of 55% English language requirement: 55% in English subject or IELTS: overall 5.5 with writing 5.5

On completion of Senior 3rd year of HKDSE (Year 12)

Grading scale: Level 1 5 Best four category A or C subjects Using the following numeric values: Level 1 = 1 point Level 2 = 2 point Level 3 = 3 point Level 4 = 4 point Level 5 = 5 point

Standard

Intensive

Extended

Minimum Total: 11 points English language requirement: Level 3 or IELTS: overall 5.5 with writing 5.5

Minimum Total: 12 points English language requirement: Level 4 or IELTS: overall 6.0 with no band less than 5.5

Minimum Total: 10 points English language requirement: Level 2 or IELTS: overall 5.0 with no band less than 5.0

CRICOS providers: Monash University 00008C and Monash College Pty Ltd 01857J

www.monashcollege.edu.au

Diploma entry requirements for HKDSE students

Monash College Diploma Part 1
Senior 2nd year of HKDSE (Year 11 or known as Form 5) Academic entry requirements
Minimum average of 60%

English language requirements

Assessment notes

Grading scale: 0 100% (50% pass mark) Best four academic subjects

60% in English subject or IELTS overall 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 Diploma of Arts: IELTS 6.0 with writing 6.0

Arts, Art & Design: No prerequisites Business: 60% or above in Mathematics (Australian Year 11 equivalent) Engineering Studies: 60% or above in Mathematics and Chemistry or Physics (all Australian Year 11 equivalent) Arts, Art & Design: No prerequisites Business: 55% or above in Mathematics (Australian Year 11 equivalent) Engineering Studies: 55% or above in Mathematics and Chemistry or Physics (all Australian Year 11 equivalent)

Grading scale: 0 100% (40% pass mark) Best four academic subjects

Minimum average of 55%

55% in English subject or IELTS overall 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 Diploma of Arts: IELTS 6.0 with writing 6.0

On completion of Senior 3rd year of HKDSE (Year 12)

Grading scale: Level 1 5 Best four category A or C subjects Using the following numeric values: Level 1 = 1 point Level 2 = 2 point Level 3 = 3 point Level 4 = 4 point Level 5 = 5 point

Academic entry requirements

Minimum Total: 11 points

English language requirements

English language requirement: Level 3 or IELTS overall 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 Diploma of Arts: IELTS 6.0 with writing 6.0

Assessment notes

Arts, Art & Design: No prerequisites Business: pass average in Mathematics (Australian Year 12 equivalent) Engineering Studies: pass average in Mathematics and Chemistry or Physics (all Australian Year 12 equivalent)

Monash College Diploma Part 2

On completion of Senior 3rd year of HKDSE (Year 12) Academic entry requirements English language requirements Assessment notes

Grading scale: Level 1 5 Best five category A or C subjects Using the following numeric values: Level 1 = 1 point Level 2 = 2 point Level 3 = 3 point Level 4 = 4 point Level 5 = 5 point

Minimum Total Art & Design: 13 points Arts (Human Behaviour stream): 13 points Arts (Psychology stream): 14 points Business: 14 points Engineering: 14 points

English language requirement: Level 4 or IELTS overall 6.0 with writing 6.0

Art & Design: a folio of 10 to 15 slides of your artwork (on CD or DVD format) Arts: No prerequisites Business: pass average in Mathematics (Australian Year 12 equivalent) Engineering Studies: pass average in Mathematics and Chemistry or Physics (all Australian Year 12 equivalent)

For detailed information about Part 2 entry requirements, please visit monashcollege.edu.au/courses/diplomas All entry requirements listed in this brochure were correct at time of printing, but are subject to change. Published July 2012.

English Language Bridging Programs

For information on a range of English Language bridging Programs and their entry requirements, please visit: monashcollege.edu.au/courses/englishlanguage
CRICOS providers: Monash University 00008C and Monash College Pty Ltd 01857J

www.monashcollege.edu.au

Entry requirements
Monash University entry requirements for HKDSE students
For direct entry into Monash University undergraduate degrees, please refer to the Monash University Undergraduate Course Guide for International Students 2013 or visit www.monash.edu/about/glance/ugi-course-guide.html

For further information

Website www.monash.edu Email study@monash.edu
facebook.com/Monash.University twitter.com/MonashUni youtube.com/monashunivideo flickr.com/monashuni weibo.com/monashuniversityaust

Calculation method
Score is calculated as the total of best five subjects (Category A or C subjects only). Score calculated as follows: Level 1 = 1, Level 2 = 2, Level 3 = 3, Level 4 = 4, Level 5 = 5 A or A* = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1

Scholarships
If you are a new international student applying to Monash University, we will automatically assess your eligibility for a Monash scholarship for International Excellence. You do not need to complete a separate scholarship application.
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For Excellent Students: AUD$6000 For IT programs: AUD$5000 and $7000

More scholarship information at www.monash.edu/study/international/apply/scholarships. html

How to apply
Applying to study at Monash is easy. Follow our step-bystep guide and complete your application online. For undergraduate courses please visit: www.monash.edu/study/international/apply/ undergraduate For Foundation Year and Monash College diplomas please visit: www.monashcollege.edu.au Alternatively you can apply through our registered agents, find one close to you at: www.msr.monash.edu/monash_agents

Monash University Foundation Year meets the requirements for Foundation Programs which have been registered on CRICOS for delivery in Australia to overseas students providing an academic preparation for seeking entry to first-year undergraduate study or its equivalent. The Monash University Foundation Year program is owned by Monash College Pty Ltd, a wholly owned company of Monash University. CRICOS provider: Monash University 00008C, Monash College Pty Ltd 01857J While the information provided in this booklet was correct at the time of its publication, Monash College reserves the right to alter procedures, fees and regulations should the need arise. This information was correct at July 2012. Visit the website for most up-to-date information on fees, course details and entry requirements.

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