Pre-commencement briefings
We want you to feel comfortable at Monash University from the moment you get started. Pre-commencement briefings are held each semester for a number of countries. Commencing international students and their families are invited to participate in the briefings.
Topics include:
- Adapting to the university education system
- Prepare for your commencement online - time management and study support services
- what to bring to Australia
- cost of living
- accommodation
- safety and security
- what to attend during Orientation week
- working while studying
- transport
- cultural differences
- support services and programs
Why attend a pre-commencement briefing?
These briefings give you the opportunity to ask questions and hear from other Monash students before you start.
- Thursday, 16 July
6 – 7.30pm Melbourne time
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- Saturday, 18 July
3 - 4.30pm Melbourne time
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Pre-arrival information video
Contact us
For further information, email iss@monash.edu.
Unable to attend the briefing?
If you can’t attend or want to know more, Destination Monash is a comprehensive handbook for international students commencing at Monash.