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Student experience - School of Arts and Social Sciences, Monash University Malaysia

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Monash University Malaysia

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Student experience
Educational strength
Extracurricular activities
Study Trip

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Adventures of the Taiwan 6 Follow the journey of six Arts students on SASS's inaugural study trip to Taiwan

Nasi Bungkus Cinema Our film screenings focus on a range of topics, including units taught within the school.

Film-making for Dungus Workshop The Film-making for Dungus (Dummies) workshop has been organised annually.

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Student experience

You'll get a unique study experience with us, but we believe university life is about more than study. With activities ranging from enriching study trips to the best of student cinema, there are so many opportunities to learn beyond the classroom.

Educational strength

With a focus on social and political issues in the Southeast Asian region, we offer a unique academic experience. Our diverse majors and educational strengths are an ideal platform for your career.

Extracurricular activities

Want to hear a world-renowned expert discuss a current issue? Maybe you'd like to see a student film or broaden your horizons on a study trip. We have a range of activities to expand your outlook.

Study Trip

SASS organises study trips of different durations inside and outside of Malaysia to allow our students to see the relevance of their studies outside of classroom settings.

Related questions

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than your marks: High Distinction 4.0, Distinction 3.0, Credit 2.0, Pass 1.0, Near pass 0.7, Fail and Hurdle fail 0.3, Withdrawn fail 0.0.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values: High Distinction 4.0, Distinction 3.67, Credit 2.85, Pass 2.15, Near pass 1.7, Fail and Hurdle fail 1.15, Withdrawn fail 0.0.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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