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Celebrating diversity
Developing future leaders
Weekend fun in Melbourne
Explore how students from more than
100 countries embrace diversity and
learn from each other.
Monash College has a range of leadership
programs designed to help students achieve
their leadership goals.
Students nominate their favourite things to do in Melbourne
on their weekends.
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Jo’s
welcome
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Aussie words and customs
It is my great pleasure
to welcome you to
the first edition of MC,
the Monash College
magazine.
Our students explore some interesting Australian phrases and
tell us what surprised them most about life ‘Down Under’.
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Learning in and out
of the classroom
A day in the life of Sunny
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A new way to learn
The Associate Director of Transition,
Learning and Innovation, Anne Dwyer,
discusses how Monash College
programs are designed to engage
students while also preparing them
for university.
Monash –
a connected community
We discover the many ways Monash College
students connect with the wider Monash
University community.
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What is it like living in the center of Melbourne? Monash College
students Yi Tong He (Lily) and Fan Chen (James) let us know.
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Four seasons in one day
Congratulations to our talented students
and teachers.
Melbourne is renowned for its four distinct seasons. We ask
our students for their thoughts on the weather, what to wear
and which Melbourne season they like the most.
New global business
degree ticks all the boxes
Monash University’s Bachelor of International
Business provides an accelerated study
path and includes a 12-week internship
or study abroad option.
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Getting ready for
Monash University
My favourite place at the Melbourne City campus
Inner-city living at Urbanest
Melbourne Central
Success stories
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Monash College graduate Yohanes Chandra
shares his top advice for students preparing
to enter university.
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Monash College around the world
Wherever you are in the world, you have access to our
world-class academic and English language programs.
Explore our global networks.
At Monash College, it is
an honour to support our
students on their journey
to Monash University.
Our college provides a global community right in the heart
of Melbourne; a chance for students from more than 100
countries to learn not only from academic experts, but also
from each other.
This magazine offers a window into student life at Monash
College. From classrooms and ski trips to cultural celebrations
and academic awards, MC is your chance to see what life’s
really like in our student community.
One of the most rewarding aspects of our student-centred
vision is seeing our students grow during their time with us.
Over the past 20 years, we have supported tens of
thousands of students in entering Monash University.
Their energy and enthusiasm as they become our next
generation of leaders is truly inspiring.
In 2015, we have a record number of students enrolled
in our college – a clear sign that Monash College is
regarded by many students as the best way to access our
university. It’s also a strong sign of Monash University’s high
international regard – a fact of which we are very proud.
As a graduate of Monash University myself, I can confirm
that the opportunities a Monash education presents are great.
Beyond academia – beyond excellence – our value lies in
the strength of our graduates. Welcome to their world.
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Melbourne or...
Take our challenge and see if you can pick out Melbourne
when we put it side-by-side with other cities.
–
Jo Mithen
Chief Executive Officer, Monash College
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