Master of Data Science 

at Monash University, Melbourne

After successfully submitting the admission application it will usually take 1 to 3 weeks to process your application. If successful, you will receive a Full Offer or a Conditional Offer via email. If we are not able to make you a full offer immediately, you may receive a conditional offer. A conditional offer means you must submit more information before we can send you a full offer. Usually, the information we need is final results, the results of an English exam, or transcripts.

To be considered at the university, Monash University requirements for international students are given below:

Undergraduate Courses

• Students must be under 17
• English language requirements must be met
• Students must have completed secondary school qualifications, or equivalent, including English

Graduate Courses

• Students must meet English language requirements
• Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Read: Your Checklist Before you Leave for Australia 

Monash University has an overall acceptance rate of around 40% making it moderately selective for international admissions. The students are required to submit an average of 70% which should be equivalent to the australian qualifications. The general admission requirements for international students at Monash University includes academic transcripts and proof of english language proficiency. 

International applicants can apply directly through official website. We have mentioned below the steps to apply for admission at Monash University:

Step 1: Apply online through the official website

Step 2: Select your programme from Monash University courses

Step 3: Meet the programme requirements

Step 4: Submit all the required documents and pay a non-refundable Monash University application fee to submit the application

Step 5: Wait for your offer letter

Yes, an IELTS score is required by Monash University by international applicants. Monash University examines the applications of international students against the entry requirements including minimum age, English, and academic entry requirements. The minimum score required in English language tests is given below, with exceptions being applicable for some courses:

Monash University application fee for international students is AUD 100. While applying, students are required to attach proof of payment as well. The documents that have to be uploaded with the application could include:

• Secondary school results certificate
• Official academic record / transcript
• English language test scores
• Passport copy
• Employer references (if applicable)
• CV
• Statement of Purpose

Note that originals or certified copies of the academic documents should be provided to Monash University upon request. If students do not provide them, then the enrolment may also get cancelled. This can occur at course enrolment or any time after starting the course.

Deakin University and Monash University both are public research universities located in Victoria and Melbourne respectively. Picking the best would entirely depend on the applicant's preferred course of study. Also, various factors that matter while choosing a university such as accommodation costs, course rankings and location of the university. Check below a comparison of both universities based on their rankings:

A student visa to Australia (subclass 500) with a base application charge will cost you AUD 650 (INR 35,187). The Australian student visa processing may take up to 124 days, therefore international students are advised to apply for the visa at the earliest. Documents required for a student visa for Australia are:

• Valid passport
• Non-immigration visa application
• Application fee payment receipt
• Confirmation of Enrollment Form
• An acceptance letter from your host university
• Overseas health insurance receipt
• Transcripts

• English language test scores

• Statement of purpose

• Evidence of financial capacity

*AUD/INR = 54.13

Monash University offers a range of undergraduate, graduate research, certificate, research and professional courses for international students. Some of the popular programs at the university are given as follows:

• Business/Commerce 
• Accounting 
• Marketing 
• Psychology 
• Information Technology 
• Economics 
• Accounting 
• Business Administration