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[pi]

Thanks Ask Monash University for your detailed answer,

I was also in a dilema as to which degree would give me a better job opportunity (ie. which is in more demand).
From what I know, a Science Bachelors Degree is very common and won't necessarily get someone a job. What is it like for Engineering?

Yes I have considered doing a double degree in both Science and Engineering, but job opportunities are what discourage me from doing so. For this reason I have been thinking of doing Commerce Specialist and Engineering, but I am still unsure.   

This question is difficult for anyone to answer, and it's not really too much about the degree (although this is important), but more-so what you achieve whilst in the degree. If you do well, secure summer internships, dabble in research, do some volunteering, etc. and by the end of your degree your CV demonstrates that you are a well-rounded person who excels in multiple areas of academia and life, you'll be fine anywhere.

As for Sci vs Eng/Sci vs Eng, what do you want to be "when you grow up"? Someone working in a lab? An engineer? etc. Don't think about it only from job opportunity, consider what you want to do for the rest of your life.

[Ask Monash University]

Thanks Ask Monash University for your detailed answer,

I was also in a dilema as to which degree would give me a better job opportunity (ie. which is in more demand).
From what I know, a Science Bachelors Degree is very common and won't necessarily get someone a job. What is it like for Engineering?

Yes I have considered doing a double degree in both Science and Engineering, but job opportunities are what discourage me from doing so. For this reason I have been thinking of doing Commerce Specialist and Engineering, but I am still unsure.   

Hello pra96,

One of the benefits of the Monash Bachelor of Science degree is that it is broadly based, offering students up to 27 areas of study to choose from. Depending on your interests, you can tailor the degree to your specific interests. For a list of career outcomes and job titles that may assist you in understanding where the Monash Science degree can take you, refer to the science brochure here (Page 20-21). Likewise with Engineering, you will have common first year before deciding on your specialisation based on your career interests.

With most Monash degree options, you will have the opportunity to complete internships to gain valuable industry experience/networks, study abroad to internationalise your education as well as coaching and guidance to prepare you for the world after university, from learning leadership skills to writing your CV.

Choosing a double degree is an excellent choice as it provides you with more career flexibility and opportunities. For example, you may aspire to be a Finance Director for a major company designing the next generation of flight vehicles. In the combination of Engineering (Honours)/Commerce Specialist you complete both degrees in 2 years less than if you completed separately. View the course maps here . 

[upandgo]

hi!  i know course applications are a few months away, but i've decided to apply for monash and through the monash guarantee (URS category). according to the monash website, to be eligible for the monash guarantee i'll need to apply for a VTAC scholarship and a SEAS application. i was wondering which category of SEAS id apply for, and whether i'd require supporting documentation of any sort?

thanks in advance!

[Ask Monash University]

hi!  i know course applications are a few months away, but i've decided to apply for monash and through the monash guarantee (URS category). according to the monash website, to be eligible for the monash guarantee i'll need to apply for a VTAC scholarship and a SEAS application. i was wondering which category of SEAS id apply for, and whether i'd require supporting documentation of any sort?

thanks in advance!

Hi upandgo,

The Monash Guarantee provides guaranteed entry to selected courses based on your achieved ATAR, which is the ATAR you receive when results are released, and before any SEAS bonus points are added. The Monash Guarantee ATARs and requirements for the 2017 intake will be updated here in the next few days.

To be eligible for the Monash Guarantee, you must be a current year 12 student and satisfy the criteria for either financial disadvantage, attend a Monash listed under-represented school or be an Indigenous Australian. To apply, you will need to submit a VTAC course application and include your preferred Monash University courses in your preference list. Both a SEAS and Scholarship application will need to be submitted with your application. You should apply for any SEAS category you fit in and provide all required supporting documents with your application. More details regarding this will be made available later this year.

[heart]

When will scholarship payments be made the email I received said May and am curious when in May that will be

[andysalter]

I've done 1 year of a Bachelor of Computer Science / Bachelor of Science with a WAM of 71.125, and had an ATAR of 87.40. I would like to transfer into Bachelor of Engineering / Bachelor of Science which has a ATAR of around 92. I know this is highly dependent on other factors as it is a competitive process but I am wondering if I have a good chance of being accepted (or even any chance at all). I made the decision that I don't want to be doing what I am currently so I'm not sure what I will do if I don't get accepted...

[Ask Monash University]

I've done 1 year of a Bachelor of Computer Science / Bachelor of Science with a WAM of 71.125, and had an ATAR of 87.40. I would like to transfer into Bachelor of Engineering / Bachelor of Science which has a ATAR of around 92. I know this is highly dependent on other factors as it is a competitive process but I am wondering if I have a good chance of being accepted (or even any chance at all). I made the decision that I don't want to be doing what I am currently so I'm not sure what I will do if I don't get accepted...

Hi andysalter,
 
In relation to the eligibility requirements, average marks and intake availability for the Engineering (Honours)/Science double degree, please refer to the Faculty of Engineering course transfer website:
http://www.eng.monash.edu.au/current-students/course-transfer.html
 
If you have further queries related to the internal course transfer process, please contact Engineering. http://www.eng.monash.edu.au/contact/

[Ask Monash University]

When will scholarship payments be made the email I received said May and am curious when in May that will be

Hi Heart,
Checking in to see if the May scholarship payments have come through, if not let us know and we'll check back for you. Or you can follow up with the scholarships department directly through submitting an ask.monash enquiry and please remember to include your Monash Student ID Number:
http://ask.monash.edu

[heart]

Hi Heart,
Checking in to see if the May scholarship payments have come through, if not let us know and we'll check back for you. Or you can follow up with the scholarships department directly through submitting an ask.monash enquiry and please remember to include your Monash Student ID Number:
http://ask.monash.edu

Yep they have thank you

[(Daniel)]

is it hard to transfer to commerce? Im studying another course but dont have the maths prerequisite, i just figured i want to change now, so i havent done any math units in the first semester, will doing one in the second semester suffice? I did further and got above 40 if it counts.. probably not. Anyway is it as competitive as law? Will a low distinction count? (71-73) Please help


Im pretty sure my wam will be above 70, i have been scoring HDs on my major essays. I just really want to transfer. However i havent done the maths equivalent. Can i do them as summer units? Then get in first semestre of 2017?

[Ask Monash University]

is it hard to transfer to commerce? Im studying another course but dont have the maths prerequisite, i just figured i want to change now, so i havent done any math units in the first semester, will doing one in the second semester suffice? I did further and got above 40 if it counts.. probably not. Anyway is it as competitive as law? Will a low distinction count? (71-73) Please help


Im pretty sure my wam will be above 70, i have been scoring HDs on my major essays. I just really want to transfer. However i havent done the maths equivalent. Can i do them as summer units? Then get in first semestre of 2017?

Hi Daniel,

To be considered for a course transfer into the Bachelor of Commerce, normally at least a Distinction (70%) average is required. Transferring course is part of a competitive selection process. This means that you will be competing with other students for a place in the course, so entry will also depend on the number and quality of applicants who apply each intake.

You will need to pick up a unit deemed equivalent to ‘Higher Level Mathematics’ (Methods in VCE) before you can be considered for course transfer. If you are a current Monash student the subject MTH1010 (offered through Science) is deemed equivalent. However, this subject is only offered in Semester 1. Other options you could consider external to Monash include units: UNL32 , MAS120 or MAS130 offered online via Open Universities Australia (OUA).

For further alternatives, I would suggest that you contact the Monash Business School directly at the Clayton campus: [email protected]

[IndefatigableLover]

Hi Ask Monash University,

With the Accounting and Finance Leadership Program what sort of academic requirement is expected of applicants (what sort of WAM/GPA should I be aiming for to be a part of this program disregarding co-curriculars)? Generally there's some sort of mark attached (like Distinction average etc.) but in this case they've just stated:

Applicants are expected to have a record of strong academic performance at university.

Thanks!

[Ask Monash University]

Hi Ask Monash University,

With the Accounting and Finance Leadership Program what sort of academic requirement is expected of applicants (what sort of WAM/GPA should I be aiming for to be a part of this program disregarding co-curriculars)? Generally there's some sort of mark attached (like Distinction average etc.) but in this case they've just stated:

Applicants are expected to have a record of strong academic performance at university.

Thanks!

Hello IndefatigableLover,

Thank you for getting in touch. The Accounting and Finance Leadership Program is currently undergoing some changes. The full details will be made available over the next few months. In the interim, if you have specific queries, please contact the Mr. Edward Louey, Program Coordinator directly: [email protected]

[extremeftw]

 If I revoke credit for a unit that I previously was awarded credit for after doing an internal transfer, that unit no longer is calculated towards my WAM correct? Does it also get removed from my academic transcript?

 Cheers.

[Glasses]

Hi Monash!

I was just wondering what you'd be able to tell me about the New Monash Law Pathway?

I noticed on the flyer that one of the possible categories to be eligible is living in a low 'socio-economic area' - however I was wondering if you'd be able to let me know how this is judged?

Thanks