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BYOD Guidelines (Monash Malaysia)

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Monash University Malaysia

Last checked: 8 Oct 2026 UTC

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Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

If you’re beginning your studies at Monash, you’ll need access to a laptop that meets our recommended minimum specifications. This will ensure you can fully participate in your studies, allowing you to live-stream lectures, use a range of free, specialist software on your own device (through MoVE) and more.

We recommend that your laptop has the following minimum specifications. Click here to find out the steps to check your device specifications.

ComponentWindowsApple
Operating SystemWindows 11macOS 13 (Ventura)
Processori5 2.2GHz / AMD A6 1.8Ghz1.2GHz dual-core m3
Memory8 GB
Hard Disk120 GB SSD (solid state drive)
Display14" screen with 1920 x 1080 screen resolution13" screen with 1920 x 1080 screen resolution
Wireless802.11ac or better
WebcamUser facing, inbuilt microphone and speakers

* You’re not allowed to use Chromebooks, tablets, mobile phones or virtual machines to sit eExams.

  1. You’re not allowed to use Chromebooks, tablets, mobile phones or virtual machines to sit eExams.
  2. English language must be used for devices and software for studying at Monash University Malaysia.
  3. Microsoft Office 365 is available for free. Click here for more details.
  4. Please check the software compatibility before purchasing your BYOD. All students pursuing programs offered through the School of Engineering are required to have a Microsoft Windows device. Click here for detailed BYOD specifications.

Please read our Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Standard for comprehensive guideline.

MoVE

The Monash Virtual Environment (MoVE) allows you to access specialized applications on your laptop or tablet – anywhere, anytime, for free! If you're enrolled in a unit that requires MoVE, you’ll need to bring your own device to class.

See the MoVE web page for more information and instructions on how to get access.