Monash at a glance

Monash University was established in Melbourne, Australia in 1958.

We are a youthful organisation, enthusiastic, optimistic and accessible. We believe quality education and research can change the world for the better.

Courses

We offer a large number of courses across numerous disciplines.

At Monash you can choose from many study options including double degrees, part-time study, off-campus learning and alternative pathways.

Research

Our researchers make highly significant contributions that bring real and positive change to the lives of people all over the world.

Students

Total student load: 78,230
(Based on 2024 full-year data)

Gender
(Student course enrolments by student gender)
2024
Female 53%
Male 46%
Non-Binary / Gender Diverse <1%
Unspecified <1%
Course level2024
Higher Degree by Research 3,998
Graduate/Postgraduate 18,346
Undergraduate 55,885

Staff

Total number of staff (and full-time equivalent): 20,218#

#Includes count of unique staff for Monash Australia for the 2024 calendar year, and the number of current staff Malaysia.

Gender*2024
Female 58%
Male 42%
Non-Binary / Gender Diverse <1%
Classification*2024
Academic 10,433
General 9,317

*Gender and Classification Breakdowns exclude staff in Malaysia.

Alumni

Monash has an alumni community of 500,000 people, living across 150+ countries.  Find out more about the Monash Alumni community.