WHY CHOOSE SCIENCE AT MONASH?
TOP 100 IN THE WORLD 1
Your degree will be recognised wherever you want to work or study in the world. Monash University is ranked:
• # 37 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2025
• # 32 in the world for Anatomy and Physiology
• # 34 in the world for Life Sciences and Medicine
• # 57 in the world for Chemistry
• # 68 in the world for Biological Sciences
• # 69 in the world for Environmental Sciences
INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
Our science courses have a strong regional focus with a global perspective. Many of our units are identical to those offered at the Clayton campus and are in disciplines where there is a demand for quality graduates in Malaysia and beyond.
We are committed to student experience and graduate employability, and consistently strive to cultivate a nurturing and interactive atmosphere.
CHOOSE FROM DIVERSE SPECIALISATIONS
Our degrees offer flexibility and choice. You can choose from a wide range of specialisations, from applied microbiology, medicinal chemistry, to tropical environmental biology – all taught by academics who are leaders in their scientific disciplines. You’ ll develop academically and personally in a dynamic and stimulating environment, and have access to exceptional facilities.
RESEARCH-LED TEACHING
We advocate research-led learning, where classroom theories intersect with cutting-edge research. By merging education and research, we expose our students to the forefront of scientific inquiry. This approach doesn’ t just create graduates; it nurtures visionaries armed with the tools to shape the world.
BUILD PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
Build your professional experience with a work placement in the science industry. Internships are embedded in our undergraduate courses and are credited.
INSPIRING ENVIRONMENTS
Innovation thrives in conducive environments, and our state-of-the-art facilities incite discovery. From cutting-edge laboratories in medical bioscience to technological hubs in food science, our facilities foster collaboration, experimentation, and the pursuit of new frontiers.
BE AT THE FOREFRONT OF INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY
We have a strong research profile with established track records in the areas of drug discovery and development, functional and future food, big data analytics, genomics and bioinformatics for One Health, green and sustainable chemistry, and tropical biodiversity and conservation biology. Researchers at our Malaysian campus have easy access to the infrastructure at the Australian campuses.
GET AN EARLY START IN RESEARCH
You don’ t have to graduate to get involved in research. Experience a genuine research environment through undergraduate science research units where you’ ll learn from leading researchers and acquire knowledge and skills that’ ll prepare you for your final year project and higher degree studies.
BE SUPPORTED BY YOUR PEERS
Your first year can be challenging but you’ ll be thoroughly supported by your lecturers, tutors and even your peers. Our Peer Assisted Study Sessions program is led by friendly seniors who will share useful study skills, encourage active university life and motivate you to do the required work to achieve desired results.
1 QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025.
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