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Monash Global Campus Intensives

A unique opportunity to study and learn in a global context outside your home campus. Select from program themes that address the world's most pressing challenges, examining them in a local geopolitical and cultural context.

The Monash Global Campus Intensives (MGCI) program is open to students in their second year and beyond.

MGCI Features

Study intensively, in small groups with globally-minded students. MGCI timetables are flexible. Choose from a single three-week module up to a full semester’s study load.

MGCI Locations

MGCIs are offered at Monash’s global campus locations around the world. In Semester 2 and Summer 2022, you can take units in the beautiful Prato Centre in Tuscany, Italy, or at the vibrant Monash Malaysia campus.

MGCI Studies

Units are interdisciplinary, and as a globally-minded student, you can take intensive units offered by other faculties and schools, and still receive credit for your studies.

MGCI 2022 units

Please note that ATS1229/2229 Introductory Italian 1 and ATS1230/2230 Introductory Italian 2 will be offered across the modules, as determined by demand.

Module 11: 12th - 30th September, 2022 [Sem 2]

ATS2265/3268 - Sustainable Tuscany: tradition, innovation and entrepreneurship - learn more at the video here
AHT2130/3130 - Renaissance to Baroque: Italian art and architecture in context
DGN5203/DGN3203 - Design for Culture and Heritage - learn more at the video here
ATS1229/ATS2229 - Introductory Italian (in country) 1 and ATS1230/ATS2230 Introductory Italian (in country) 2 - learn more at the video here

Module 12: 3rd - 21st October, 2022 [Sem 2]

ATS2335/3135 - War and Memory: Resistance, massacre and representation in Second World War Italy - learn more at the video here
DGN2500 - Design Thinking for Global Challenges - learn more at the video here
DWG2784 - Drawing in Tuscany
BEX3722 - Engaging with international business
LAW[TBD] International Banking and Finance: Law and Practice
ATS1229/ATS2229 - Introductory Italian (in country) 1 and ATS1230/ATS2230 Introductory Italian (in country) 2 - learn more at the video here

Module 13: 31st October - 18th November, 2022 [Semester 2/Summer A]

ATS2995/3995 - Science, Society and Culture in European History - learn more at the video here
ATS2313/3891 - Representing Migration in Europe: Crisis, Creativity and Culture
LAW[TBD] Human Rights Law: International and comparative perspectives
ATS1229/ATS2229 - Introductory Italian (in country) 1 and ATS1230/ATS2230 Introductory Italian (in country) 2 - learn more at the video here

Module 14: 21st November - 9th December, 2022 [Summer A]

ATS2264/3064 - Intercultural Skills for Global Leaders - learn more at the video here
ATS2275/3275 - The European Union: Challenges, crises and opportunities - learn more at the video here
MGC2021 - Organisations and Society - learn more at the video here
SCI2400 - From Galileo to GPS
ECX3750 - European economy and global business - learn more at the video here
LAW[TBD] The Law of Climate Change
ATS1229/ATS2229 - Introductory Italian (in country) 1 and ATS1230/ATS2230 Introductory Italian (in country) 2 - learn more at the video here

Program information

Program timetable

2022
Semester 2			Summer A
September	October		November	December
12 - 30 September	3 - 21 October	22 - 30 October	31 October - 18 November	21 November - 9 December
Module 11	Module 12	Break	Module 13	Module 14

Program eligibility

These intensives are designed for second and third year undergraduate students from all faculties and schools in Australia and Malaysia, as well as JD Law students.

	Non-Law student	Law student
Monash Credit Points (at time of application)	36 CP*	48 CP in law* 72 for JD students**
Good academic standing	Yes	Yes
Minimum WAM/GPA	N/A	N/A
Eligible level of study	Undergraduate only	Undergraduate and JD

*Results from Semester 2, 2021

** Results from Trimester 3, 2021

Contact your faculty advisor to make sure you have sufficient space in your course to take part in the MGCI program.

Program costs and funding

This is a group study program. Monash will cover your insurance (for MUA), booking fees and ground transfer to Prato (for students on group flights). Monash also covers your welcome orientation and day trips associated with your academic program.

You will need to cover your flights, accommodation, meals and incidentals in-country.

Monash University Australia (MUA) students are eligible for MUA travel grants and some students may further be eligible for OS-HELP. Additional funding may be available through the New Colombo Plan for study in Malaysia (law units only). A number of scholarships are available for studying in Prato (MUA students only) - any queries about eligibility should be directed to ask.monash.

Monash University Malaysia (MUM) students are eligible for MUM travel grants.

How to apply

Applications for Semester 2 and Summer, 2022 in Prato closed on 4 May, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. AEST/9:59 p.m. MYT.

Applications for Malaysia during Summer A and B, 2022 will open shortly.

If you’d like to find out more about MGCIs for 2023 and beyond, including how and when to apply:

To give yourself a head start, contact your faculty advisor to make sure you have sufficient space in your course to take part in the MGCI program.

Watch our information session here

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have further questions? You may find some answers below in our FAQ section, sorted by theme.

Academic queries

How do modules and intensive learning work?

As opposed to the conventional style of university learning, where full-time students take 3-4 units at the same time, module-style/intensive learning allows students to take one unit at a time over a shorter period. Students will have classes every weekday, and will be able to earn six credit points in a three week period.

Can I take more than one unit?

Due to the intensive nature of the MGCIs, only one unit is allowed per module. You may take up to four units across the Semester 2/Summer per module in 2022.

Can I take an MGCI unit in the last semester or year of my course?

Most students are permitted to complete an intensive unit as the last in the course. If you would like to take part in the MGCI program but are at the end of your degree, you need to be aware of the risk that may be posed to your course completion if you are approved to do a MGCI and, in the worst case scenario, the program is cancelled. This is a risk that you will need to consider carefully before proceeding with an application.

If I have questions about how a MGCI unit would work with my course progression, to whom should I speak?

Monash Australia students, you can lodge a course advice request to see what units you have left in your degree that you could use for a MGCI.

Monash Malaysia students, you can speak to your managing school and receive course advice.

Logistics queries (housing, travel, insurance, etc)

Will there be an opportunity to travel before/during/after the program?

Monash Abroad advises students to only undertake personal travel at the completion of their program. Students will only be covered by insurance for up to 3 days prior to their first MGCI, with a total of 60 days personal travel covered.

What accommodation options will be on offer?

There are a range of accommodation options available in Prato. Please see an overview of what kind of options could be available here: Accommodation - Prato. More information about specific accommodation options that will be available for Semester 2 and Summer 2022 will be confirmed closer to the date of the program.

What kind of travel support will be provided?

Travel booking support will be provided by Reho Travel working with Monash - students will have the option to book group flights through the travel provider. Successful students must book their Prato accommodation via Reho Travel.

Will I be covered by Monash insurance?

All students approved to travel on a MGCI will have access to comprehensive travel insurance provided by Monash Abroad. There will be COVID-19 specific exclusions, particularly for COVID-19 related cancellations/disruptions. There are also limits to the amount of personal travel that is covered. Be sure to review all insurance information available through Insurance Services.

Finance queries

What financial support is available to students taking part in the MGCI program in Winter 2022?

This is a Monash subsidised program. There is no program fee (other than the standard tuition for the unit). You will have access to a Monash Abroad travel grant (Monash Australia students receive $1000 for the entirety of the program, Monash Malaysia students receive RM1000).

Students eligible for an OS-HELP loan may receive additional governmental funding:

up to A$7,100 per six-month study period for study not in Asia
up to A$8,519 per six-month study period for study in Asia
supplementary A$1,133 to assist with the cost of language study, undertaken in preparation for overseas study in Asia

What is an approximate budget for taking part in the MGCI program in Semester 2 and/or Summer 2022?

An estimation of costs will be available on the Monash Abroad Portal brochure page for MGCIs.

COVID-19 management queries

What kind of insurance coverage will be offered?

Students on approved Monash Abroad programs will be covered by the Student Travel Insurance policy. You will have access to comprehensive medical cover, travel disruptions/cancellations (non-COVID) and emergency medical assistance. There will be COVID-19 related exclusions and conditions for full cover which will be communicated to you closer to your departure. In the meantime, be sure to view the details on the University's insurance webpages.

What COVID protocols will be in place?

Student safety will be paramount. Our COVID protocols will adhere to Italian requirements and, where there is a difference, also endeavour to align with the standards in place in Australia. Due to the regular updates in recommended approaches to prevent the spread of COVID, our protocols for this program will be communicated prior to departure. You can, however, expect classroom and accommodation capacity adjustments, support for safe and flexible travel booking support and a vaccination policy that aligns with the University's broader policy.

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