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Celebrating 25 years in Malaysia

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Monash University Malaysia

Last checked: 25 Oct 2026 UTC

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A rich past leading to a bright future
Twenty-five years of impact
Providing education access to young refugees
Detecting pollutants through wearable sensors
Decarbonising with green solar hydrogen energy

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CELEBRATING 25 YEARS IN MALAYSIA

A rich past leading to a bright future

Since welcoming its first cohort of 417 students in 1998, Monash University Malaysia has gone from strength to strength in delivering research excellence and education innovation.

Discover how the campus has changed our world over the past 25 years, and find out what’s in its future.

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Explore our living history Dive into the diverse and colourful history of Monash University Malaysia through an interactive timeline.

Twenty-five years of impact

Over 25 years, outstanding change makers at Monash University Malaysia have addressed issues of global importance, including climate change, geopolitical security and how to shape thriving communities.

Providing education access to young refugees

Priya Sharma from the School of Business is tackling disadvantage by helping refugee youth gain access to education. Watch now

Detecting pollutants through wearable sensors

Associate Professor Narayanan Ramakrishnan is creating wearable sensors to detect pollutants and save lives. Watch now

Decarbonising with green solar hydrogen energy

Large scale green energy solutions are being developed at Monash Malaysia using a whole of system design approach. Read more

Discover our intergenerational legacy Monash Malaysia's impact spans generations. By empowering students to achieve their academic goals, we ensure they're equipped with the tools they need to make a difference in our world. Watch now.

Global Challenge Forum: Empower Education for Thriving Communities Watch now.

From milestones to memories: Silver Jubilee Gala Dinner Read more.

From mixed emotions to enlightening insights Read more.

Global Challenge Forum: Climate Change - Facilitating a Just Transition Watch now.

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What is GPA at Monash?

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GPA is calculated on a 4.0 scale from your grades rather than your marks: High Distinction 4.0, Distinction 3.0, Credit 2.0, Pass 1.0, Near pass 0.7, Fail and Hurdle fail 0.3, Withdrawn fail 0.0. Some results, such as SFR and NE, are not counted. Your GPA is shown in WES and on your transcript. Malaysia also uses a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) with different values: High Distinction 4.0, Distinction 3.67, Credit 2.85, Pass 2.15, Near pass 1.7, Fail and Hurdle fail 1.15, Withdrawn fail 0.0. It is not on your academic record, so you request a CGPA letter.

How do I withdraw from a unit?

Australia: withdraw through WES while enrolment changes are open. Before the census date there is no fee and no record; after it, you keep the fee liability and the unit shows as a withdrawal. If you are on a student visa you have study load requirements to maintain: Monash's study load page says you can reduce your load only in compassionate or compelling circumstances, unless you are in your final year and will finish within the time on your CoE. Malaysia: after the census date a withdrawn unit shows as WD-LATE or WD-FAIL, and the date you withdraw can affect fee refunds and your academic record. The last day to withdraw without academic penalty is before the WD-LATE date ends; the dates are in Monash Malaysia's Principal Dates. With a Student Pass, going below 24 credit points a semester is an underload: it needs approval, it can never go below 18 credit points, and below 18 you have to apply for intermission.

How many hours can I work on a student visa?

The rules are each country's, not Monash's, and they are different. Australia: work rights for student visa holders are set by the Australian Government, and the cap has changed several times in recent years. Monash's page links to the current Department of Home Affairs conditions - always confirm the number there before relying on it. Malaysia: with a Student Pass you may work only during semester breaks or public holidays of more than seven days, and for no more than 20 hours a week, at restaurants, petrol kiosks, mini markets or hotels; the page lists jobs that are not allowed. Every job has to be approved by the Immigration Department: you apply through the International Student Pass office and must be there in person when the application is submitted.

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