Monash University, Indonesia Makes International Higher Education More Accessible Through the Australia Exchange Program at Local Tuition Rates
From Left - Right: Altaf Virani, Associate Professor, Course Coordinator Master of Public Policy and Management; Yessy Arnold Perangin Angin, Associate Professor, Course Coordinator (Master of Business Innovation and Master of Global Business); Tantia Dian Permata Indah, COO and Vice-President (Operations and Enterprise); Triana Hadiprawoto, Assistant Professor Master of Marketing and Digital Communication; Alyas Widita, Assistant Professor, Course Coordinator Master of Urban Design.
Monash University, Indonesia has launched the Australia Exchange Program offering Indonesian master’s students greater access to international education.
The program will allow students to spend up to one and a half years studying at Monash University, Indonesia before completing an additional six months in Melbourne. It will form part of Monash’s Global Mobility Program.
It will launch for the January 2025 intake with four in-demand majors: Public Policy and Management, Global Business, Urban Design, and Marketing and Digital Communications, with plans to offer all majors by January 2026.
Monash University Deputy Vice-Chancellor (International) and Senior Vice President, Professor Craig Jeffrey, said the Australia Exchange Program offers a structured pathway to global higher education to support Indonesian students achieve their dreams of studying abroad.
"Monash offers a global education. Indonesian students will benefit from a curriculum that fosters global perspectives and access to professional networks across the world," said Professor Jeffrey.
Students will benefit from an Australian Tuition Fee Waiver, dedicated academic support, and access to campus amenities in both countries. Other features include:
- No additional tuition fees. The Australia Exchange Program applies only to Monash University, Indonesia's tuition policy.
- Global exposure. This program offers Indonesian students the opportunity to immerse themselves in the vibrant campus life at Monash University Australia, building a global outlook that supports long-term networking opportunities.
- Academic excellence. Indonesian students will experience world-class education, specialised units, and state-of-the-art research facilities, all delivered by leading international academics.
- Expansive career prospects. The program boosts employability through international exposure and broadens professional networks across Asia and Australia.
Tantia Dian Permata Indah, COO and Vice-President (Operations and Enterprise), is explaining the Australia Exchange Program and MIG-P.
Tantia Dian Permata Indah, COO and Vice-President (Operations and Enterprise), said that the Australia Exchange Program embodies the University’s commitment to making world-class education accessible to Indonesian students.
“By bridging our campuses in Indonesia and Australia, we provide a unique pathway for students to gain international exposure and build networks that will empower their futures. This program opens doors to diverse global perspectives, high-calibre academic resources, and transformative career opportunities,” explained Ms. Tantia.
The Australian Exchange Program is also one of the solutions to Indonesian students' high interest in pursuing higher education in Australia. According to the UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS), 12,852 Indonesian students are currently enrolled in higher education in Australia, accounting for over 20% of Indonesians studying abroad.
A Transformative Pathway for Global Engagement
Monash University, Indonesia is also launching the Monash Innovation Guarantee Postgraduate (MIG-P) as part of its Global Mobility Program, enhancing the opportunities provided by the Australia Exchange Program. This program provides Indonesian students a pathway to gain hands-on industry experience and developing leadership skills by collaborating with prominent industry leaders, including commercial or social enterprises, government or UN bodies, and innovative startups.
Held every June, the MIG-P program allows students to leverage their academic expertise to tackle real-world problems, enhancing both their career prospects and their potential to create lasting impact. For more information about the Australia Exchange Program and the Monash Innovation Guarantee Postgraduate, which are part of the Global Mobility Program, please visit the following link.
"We’re proud to support Indonesian students through the Australia Exchange Program and Monash Innovation Guarantee Postgraduate programs, giving them the tools and experiences they need to unlock their potential and excel in an increasingly competitive global landscape," said Ms. Tantia.
Students explore information on the Australia Exchange Program and Monash Innovation Guarantee Postgraduate at the Monash University Indonesia's Open Day on 7 December at the Monash University, Indonesia BSD Campus. Prospective students are encouraged to experience the campus atmosphere firsthand, meet with faculty and current students, and obtain comprehensive information about the available programs.
About Monash University, Indonesia
Officially operating in October 2021, Monash University, Indonesia, is a manifestation of the commitment of Monash University and the Indonesian government to create knowledge that can contribute broadly to the development of Indonesia's social, technological, and economic sectors.
Monash University, Indonesia, offers Master's degree programs majoring in Business Innovation, Global Business, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Marketing and Digital communications, Public Health, Public Policy and Management, Urban Design, Sustainability, and PhD, along with various executive and micro-credential programs aimed at specific sectors.
Monash University, Indonesia, has learning facilities according to Monash University Australia standards and is currently opening applications for new student admissions and scholarships for January 2025 intake.
Monash also has a proud long-term relationship with Indonesia and is a foreign university with the most significant number of Indonesian graduates compared to other foreign universities. Monash's track record of good relations with Indonesia is manifested in collaboration between parties such as the Herb Feith Center, RISE, World Mosquito Program, and Citarum Action Research Program (CARP).
With a presence on three continents, international partnerships, and study abroad programs worldwide, Monash is Australia's largest university, ranking in the top 100 universities worldwide. Monash has a dynamic network of research and teaching locations in Australia, Italy, Malaysia, China, and India.
The unique alliance with the University of Warwick (UK) sits alongside international collaborations with leading universities and companies worldwide, expanding the University's global network.
For more information, visit our Monash University, Indonesia website. Information regarding academic profiles, visit our academic staff page. Impact 2030, Monash University's strategic plan for the next ten years, can be accessed here.
About Monash University Australia
Monash is a modern, global, research-intensive university, delivering education and research excellence across our four Australian campuses, as well as our campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have campuses in partnership with universities in India and China, and
offer immersive global programs including Global Immersion Guarantee (GIG), Monash Innovation Guarantee (MIG) and Research, Experimentation and Discovery (RED).
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