Monash Advanced Preparation Program - U0401

Monash Advanced Preparation Program

Your fast-tracked pathway to a Monash University degree

The Monash Advanced Preparation Program (MAPP) offers a direct, accelerated pathway into your preferred Monash University undergraduate degree. Designed for successful Year 12 graduates who narrowly miss direct undergraduate entry, this intensive 16-week program builds your academic readiness through targeted learning and personalised support.

Through MAPP you’ll deepen your knowledge in key subject areas aligned with your future undergraduate degree and develop essential university skills such as academic writing, critical thinking, independent learning, and time management.

Delivered face-to-face in a supportive learning environment, the program is designed to give you the best possible start to your Monash journey.

Upon successful completion of the program, and meeting the required academic entry score and any applicable prerequisite subjects, you’ll gain guaranteed entry into the first year of an undergraduate degree at Monash University.

This course is only available to international students.

Program Ownership:
Monash Advanced Preparation Program is accredited by Monash University (CRICOS Provider Code: 00008C) and delivered by Monash College Pty Ltd (CRICOS Provider Code: 01857J) on behalf of the University.

At a glance

Course Details

Location
  • On-campus at Docklands: Full time
Duration
4 months full time
Start date

February, October*

*Some Monash University undergraduate degrees are only available in the Semester 1 intake. You must commence the Monash Advanced Preparation Program in October if your undergraduate degree only has a Semester 1 starting period.

Course Handbook

This course is only available for international students.

How the program works

Monash Advanced Preparation Program is ideal for students with strong English proficiency and high academic marks. It’s designed to build on your existing foundational skills and knowledge to fast-track your transition into an undergraduate degree at Monash University.

You’ll complete four units, including:

  • One compulsory unit in Introduction to Academic Communication, and
  • Three units aligned with your undergraduate destination degree

The program combines engaging tutorials, independent and collaborative learning, and real-world, competency-based assessments embedded throughout the semester.

Entry into Monash University

On successful completion of the program and provided you meet the academic, English and prerequisite requirements, you will be eligible for direct entry into a Monash University undergraduate degree across 10 faculties, excluding the following:

  • Bachelor of Computer Science Advanced (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts
  • Bachelor of Fine Art and Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Fine Art and Bachelor of Business
  • Bachelor of Fine Art and Bachelor of Media Communication
  • Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts
  • Bachelor of Architectural Studies and Bachelor of Fine Art
  • Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Primary Education and Bachelor of Fine Art
  • Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Secondary Education and Bachelor of Fine Art
  • Bachelor of Science Advanced – Global Challenges (Honours)

Entry Requirements

This course is only available for international students.

You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.

Minimum Entry Requirements (International students)

Qualifications

To be accepted into the Monash Advanced Preparation Program, you must meet the academic and English language requirements. You will also need to check the age requirements before you apply. Entry requirements for Monash University are subject to change.

Minimum age requirements

To enrol in this program, you must meet the following minimum age requirements:

  • Be at least 16 years and 7 months of age at the time of enrolment in the Monash Advanced Preparation Program.
  • Be at least 17 years of age at the time of enrolment in your Monash University undergraduate destination degree.
  • Meet any specific age requirements for degrees that include clinical placements.

If you do not meet the minimum age requirements at the time of enrolment, you may be offered a deferred place until you become eligible. Please ensure you review the minimum age requirements of your chosen Monash University undergraduate destination degree, particularly those with mandatory requirements for clinical placements.

Academic entry requirements

To be eligible for entry into the Monash Advanced Preparation Program, you must have successfully completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with an ATAR of 55, or equivalent.

For country-specific qualifications, the academic entry score required for this course is detailed below:

CountryQualification Academic entry score*
Global GCE A Levels 4
GCE AS Levels 6
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB Diploma) 24
International Baccalaureate Diploma Program Course (IB Diploma Certificate) 22
China Gaokao 55%
Gao San - 100% scale (60% pass) 75%
Singapore Singapore Cambridge GCE Advanced Levels 4
Malaysia STPM 6
UEC 7.5 or lower
Indonesia SMA 3 - 100% scale (60% pass) 60%
Vietnam High School Diploma (Bằng Tốt Nghiệp Trung Học Phổ Thông) 6.4

*Monash calculation methodology applies.

Have a different qualification?
Entry requirements for international and other qualifications will be assessed when you apply.

Not eligible for direct entry?
Explore alternative pathway options to help you get started.

Destination degree entry requirements
Upon successful completion of the Monash Advanced Preparation Program and meeting the required academic entry score and any applicable prerequisite subjects, you’ll have a guaranteed entry into the first year of a related Monash University undergraduate degree (exclusions apply). Please refer to Destination Degrees for full details and additional conditions that may apply.

English entry requirements

To be eligible for this course, you must meet one of the following English entry requirements:

Secondary studies

  • VCE: Units 3 & 4: a minimum study score of 23 in any English, or equivalent.

English subjects completed in other qualifications may be accepted and are assessed on a case-by-case basis when you apply.

English tests

You can also meet the English entry requirement if you have by completed a Monash-approved English test and achieved the required scores for entry into this course as follows:

English testOverallListeningReadingSpeakingWriting
IELTS (Academic)6.05.55.55.55.5
IELTS One Skill Retake (Academic)
IELTS Online
TOEFL iBT (0 – 120 scale)60781618
TOEFL iBT Paper Edition
TOEFL iBT (1 – 6 scale)3.52.5334
Pearson Test of English (Academic)5042424242
C1 Advanced169162162162162
C2 Proficiency

Additional information

  • If your English test scores do not meet the minimum requirements, you may wish to consider enrolling in a Monash English course to help you meet the entry standard.
  • English test results must be completed within three years prior to your Monash course start date (other additional conditions may apply).
  • If you have completed multiple English measures, the highest valid measure will be considered.
  • Monash University reserves the right to request an additional English test to confirm you meet the English entry requirements.
  • International students must also meet the English language requirements set by the Australian Department of Home Affairs, which may differ from Monash University requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

To successfully complete the Monash Advanced Preparation Program, you must pass four units (equivalent to 24 credit points), comprising of:

One compulsory English unit Introduction to Academic Communication
This unit builds your English language proficiency and academic communication skills. Through a mix of independent and collaborative learning. You will develop your reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking abilities while engaging with diverse disciplinary perspectives and exploring contemporary global issues.
Three elective units Select three elective units that align with your academic strengths and intended university pathway. The Monash Advanced Preparation Program offers flexible options and guaranteed entry into degrees across all 10 Monash University faculties.

Choosing your units

When selecting your units, it is important to:

  • Review the unit descriptions carefully
  • Check the prerequisite requirements for your intended Monash University undergraduate destination degree
  • Upon arrival, book an appointment with a career advisor at careers@monashcollege.edu.au, if you have any questions or need guidance on unit selection, to ensure you meet the entry requirements for your intended Monash University undergraduate destination degree.

Read about each unit in more detail in the Monash Advanced Preparation Program Unit Description.

Making the application

Future students

February, October

Apply directly to Monash using course code U0401.

Apply

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

International fee

The total fees for 2026 for this 24 credit point (4 month full-time) course are:

A$27,000

Enrolment Obligations

International students enrolling in a CRICOS-registered course can study no more than one third (33%) of their course by distance and/or online learning. Students must enrol in at least one unit that is not by distance and/or online in each compulsory study period unless the student is completing the last unit of their course. See standard 8.19 and 8.20 of National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.

CRICOS code: 117708C