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Monash university foundation year (MUFY)

A pre-university program that prepares you for first year at Monash University. Foundation Year offers a broad range of subjects and is accepted by all 10 Monash University faculties.

Ideal for those still deciding on their career path or for those who do not have a high school qualification that is eligible for direct entry.

Foundation Year (MUFY)

Monash college MCD programs (MCD)

Specialise from day one with a Monash College MCD – you will be studying subjects related to your Monash University undergraduate degree.

By successfully completing MCD Program, you will be able to fast-track into the second year of your selected undergraduate degree at Monash University.

Ideal for those who know what direction they want to head in or for those who missed out on the direct-entry score into Monash University.

MCD in Business

MCD in Engineering

MCD in Information Technology

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for MUFY

To apply for the Foundation Year, you will need to satisfy academic entry requirements, English language requirements, as well as age and citizenship requirements.

Academic entry requirements – by qualification

Qualification	Description	Standard
GCE O Levels (Pre 2018)	Total score of the best 4 academic subjects Grading Scale: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1(Pass), F=0	12
GCE O Level (Post 2018)	Total score of the best four academic subjects taken within two year Grading comparison between new scale (9 points) and old scale (A to F): 8 - 9 = A*; 7 = A; 5 - 6 = B; 4= C; 3 = E-D; 2 = F- E; a 1= G-F; U = U	16
International Baccalaureate (IB) DIPLOMA	Total score as awarded on the final IB DIPLOMA	24
International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program	Total score as awarded on the final IB Middle Years Program	32
GCE A Levels	Total score of a maximum of the best 3 A Level subject examination taken within two years. Subject examinations taken within two years may include more than one sitting. For example, subject examinations in June 2017 until June 2019 are acceptable.	3
Year 11 - HSC	Overall average of academic subjects only.	3.5
Year 12 - HSC	Overall average of academic subjects only.	3

English language test score requirements for MUFY

English Test	Standard
IELTS	Overall, 5.5, Writing 5.5 with no band less than 5.0
TOEFL iBT/TOEFL Special Home Edition.	52 – Writing 19, Speaking 14 and Listening and Reading 5
Pearson Test of English	Overall score of 42 with 42 in Writing Communicative Skills with no other communicative skills score below 36
Duolingo English Test	85 Plus performance in long turn answers. Long turn answers consist of speaking and writing components and are graded by Monash College.

Alternative English language entry requirements

You will meet the English language entry requirement if you have studied one of these qualifications and achieved the required subject scores:

English Test	Standard
GCE O/ Level (Cambridge)	English Language (1123) = C Literature in English (2010) = C
IGCSE	Literature English = D First, Language English (0522) = D, First Language English (0500) = D, English as a Second Language = C
GCE AS Level	General Paper = C, C5 or C6
GCE A Level	English Language = E, Literature in English = E
International Baccalaureate (IB) MCD	English Standard Level = 4, English Higher Level = 3

Age

Provisional Enrolment

Conditional offers

Entry requirements for Monash MCD

To apply for a Monash College MCD, you must meet the academic and English language requirements. You will also need to check the age, subject, and course prerequisites.

Academic entry requirements for Monash MCD

Qualification	Description	IT	Applied Data Science, Business, Engineering
GCE A Levels	Total score of a maximum of the best 3 A Level subject examination taken within two years. Two AS level subjects can be counted in place of one A level subject, provided that the subject has not been taken at A level, and there is at least one A level subject included in the calculation. AS Level results cannot be used to replace a poor performance in an A Level subject. N (Narrow failure) & U (Unclassified) not to be included in the calculation. A maximum of 1 bonus point is offered when achieving A in an A Level Subject. Subject examinations taken within two years may include more than one sitting. For example, subject examinations in June 2014 until June 2016 are acceptable. Grade Scale Score A Level grades as follows: A(a*) =5, A(a)=5, B(b)=4, C(c)=3, D(d)=2, E(e)=1, U=0. Score AS Level grades as follows: A(a)=2.5, b(b)=2, C(c)=1.5, D(d)=1, E(e)=0.5, U=0.v	5	6
GCE AS Levels - Cambridge	* Total score of a maximum of the best 3 AS Level subject examinations Grading Scale: Score grades as follows: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, F=0	7	9
International Baccalaureate (IB) MCD	Total score as awarded on the final IB MCD	24	25
Year 12 HSC/Equivalent	Overall average of academic subjects only. Grading scale: A+ = 5.0, A = 4.0, A- = 3.5, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0 (Pass), F = 0.00 (Fail)	3.5	3.7

English Requirements for Monash MCD

English Test	Standard	Validity
IELTS	Overall: 6.0 – writing 6.0	3 years
GCE AS Levels - Cambridge	* Total score of a maximum of the best 3 AS Level subject examinations Grading Scale: Score grades as follows: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, F=0	3 years
TOEFL Internet based	iBT total score 69 – writing 21	3 years
Pearson Test of English	95 Plus performance in long turn answers. Long turn answers consist of speaking and writing components and are graded by Monash College.	3 years
Duolingo English Test	95 Plus performance in long turn answers. Long turn answers consist of speaking and writing components and are graded by Monash College.	1 years

Alternative English language entry requirements You will meet the English language entry requirement if you have studied one of these qualifications and achieved the required subject scores:

English Test	Standard
IGCSE	Literature English = C, First Language English (0522) = C, First Language English (0500) = C with speaking and listening grade 3, English as a Second Language = B
GCE O/Level	English Language (1123) = C, Literature in English (2010) = C
GCE AS Level	General Paper = C, English Language = C, Language and Literature in English = C, Literature in English = C
GCE A/Level	English Language = E, Literature in English = E
International Baccalaureate (IB) MCD	English Standard Level = 4, English Higher Level = 3

Prerequisite subjects You must also meet the additional prerequisite subjects. These are equivalent to Australian Year 12.

MCD	Prerequisite
MCD of Applied Data Science	Higher Level Mathematics (Australian Year 12 Equivalent) and One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Geography or Psychology (Australian Year 12 Equivalent).
MCD of Business	Mathematics (Australian Year 12 Equivalent) or Mathematics (Australian Year 11 Equivalent) and pick up an additional Mathematics unit MCD2140 Business Mathematics. If you enter the MCD of Business (Part 2) with Mathematics equivalent to Australian Year 11, you must complete unit MCD2140 Business Mathematics.
MCD of Engineering	Mathematics (Australian Year 12 Equivalent) and One of Physics* or Chemistry (Australian Year 12 Equivalent). *If you did not complete Physics (Australian Year 12 equivalent) you must have completed Physics Australian Year 11 equivalent and must enroll in-unit MCD1200 Physics A in place of MCD 4160 Physics for Engineering. Students in Biomedical Engineering must have completed Year 12 Physics.
Information Technology	1. Mathematics (Australian Year 11 or Australian Year 12 Maths Methods or Specialist Maths or equivalent) depending on the undergraduate destination degree. 2. Students must enroll in MCD4490 Advanced Mathematics, MCD4500 Engineering Mathematics, and MCD4440 Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science.

Age Requirement

Provisional Enrolment

Conditional offers

Monash University Foundation Year	Fees
January 2024 Intake	USD
July 2024 Intake	USD
August 2024 Intake	USD

Monash Collage MCD Programs	Fees
February 2024 Intake (MCD of Business, IT & Engineering)	USD
June 2024 Intake (MCD of Business)	USD
October 2024 Intake (MCD of Business, IT & Engineering)	USD

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for MUFY

To apply for the Foundation Year, you will need to satisfy academic entry requirements, English language requirements, as well as age and citizenship requirements.

Academic entry requirements – by qualification

Qualification	Description	Standard
GCE O Levels (Pre 2018)	Total score of the best 4 academic subjects Grading Scale: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1(Pass), F=0	12
GCE O Level (Post 2018)	Total score of the best four academic subjects taken within two year Grading comparison between new scale (9 points) and old scale (A to F): 8 - 9 = A*; 7 = A; 5 - 6 = B; 4= C; 3 = E-D; 2 = F- E; a 1= G-F; U = U	16
International Baccalaureate (IB) DIPLOMA	Total score as awarded on the final IB DIPLOMA	24
International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program	Total score as awarded on the final IB Middle Years Program	32
GCE A Levels	Total score of a maximum of the best 3 A Level subject examination taken within two years. Subject examinations taken within two years may include more than one sitting. For example, subject examinations in June 2017 until June 2019 are acceptable.	3
Year 11 - HSC	Overall average of academic subjects only.	3.5
Year 12 - HSC	Overall average of academic subjects only.	3

English language test score requirements for MUFY

English Test	Standard
IELTS	Overall, 5.5, Writing 5.5 with no band less than 5.0
TOEFL iBT/TOEFL Special Home Edition.	52 – Writing 19, Speaking 14 and Listening and Reading 5
Pearson Test of English	Overall score of 42 with 42 in Writing Communicative Skills with no other communicative skills score below 36
Duolingo English Test	85 Plus performance in long turn answers. Long turn answers consist of speaking and writing components and are graded by Monash College.

Alternative English language entry requirements

You will meet the English language entry requirement if you have studied one of these qualifications and achieved the required subject scores:

English Test	Standard
GCE O/ Level (Cambridge)	English Language (1123) = C Literature in English (2010) = C
IGCSE	Literature English = D First, Language English (0522) = D, First Language English (0500) = D, English as a Second Language = C
GCE AS Level	General Paper = C, C5 or C6
GCE A Level	English Language = E, Literature in English = E
International Baccalaureate (IB) MCD	English Standard Level = 4, English Higher Level = 3

Age

Provisional Enrolment

Conditional offers

Entry requirements for Monash MCD

To apply for a Monash College MCD, you must meet the academic and English language requirements. You will also need to check the age, subject, and course prerequisites.

Academic entry requirements for Monash MCD

Qualification	Description	IT	Applied Data Science, Business, Engineering
GCE A Levels	Total score of a maximum of the best 3 A Level subject examination taken within two years. Two AS level subjects can be counted in place of one A level subject, provided that the subject has not been taken at A level, and there is at least one A level subject included in the calculation. AS Level results cannot be used to replace a poor performance in an A Level subject. N (Narrow failure) & U (Unclassified) not to be included in the calculation. A maximum of 1 bonus point is offered when achieving A in an A Level Subject. Subject examinations taken within two years may include more than one sitting. For example, subject examinations in June 2014 until June 2016 are acceptable. Grade Scale Score A Level grades as follows: A(a*) =5, A(a)=5, B(b)=4, C(c)=3, D(d)=2, E(e)=1, U=0. Score AS Level grades as follows: A(a)=2.5, b(b)=2, C(c)=1.5, D(d)=1, E(e)=0.5, U=0.v	5	6
GCE AS Levels - Cambridge	* Total score of a maximum of the best 3 AS Level subject examinations Grading Scale: Score grades as follows: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, F=0	7	9
International Baccalaureate (IB) MCD	Total score as awarded on the final IB MCD	24	25
Year 12 HSC/Equivalent	Overall average of academic subjects only. Grading scale: A+ = 5.0, A = 4.0, A- = 3.5, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0 (Pass), F = 0.00 (Fail)	3.5	3.7

English Requirements for Monash MCD

English Test	Standard	Validity
IELTS	Overall: 6.0 – writing 6.0	3 years
GCE AS Levels - Cambridge	* Total score of a maximum of the best 3 AS Level subject examinations Grading Scale: Score grades as follows: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, F=0	3 years
TOEFL Internet based	iBT total score 69 – writing 21	3 years
Pearson Test of English	95 Plus performance in long turn answers. Long turn answers consist of speaking and writing components and are graded by Monash College.	3 years
Duolingo English Test	95 Plus performance in long turn answers. Long turn answers consist of speaking and writing components and are graded by Monash College.	1 years

Alternative English language entry requirements You will meet the English language entry requirement if you have studied one of these qualifications and achieved the required subject scores:

English Test	Standard
IGCSE	Literature English = C, First Language English (0522) = C, First Language English (0500) = C with speaking and listening grade 3, English as a Second Language = B
GCE O/Level	English Language (1123) = C, Literature in English (2010) = C
GCE AS Level	General Paper = C, English Language = C, Language and Literature in English = C, Literature in English = C
GCE A/Level	English Language = E, Literature in English = E
International Baccalaureate (IB) MCD	English Standard Level = 4, English Higher Level = 3

Prerequisite subjects You must also meet the additional prerequisite subjects. These are equivalent to Australian Year 12.

MCD	Prerequisite
MCD of Applied Data Science	Higher Level Mathematics (Australian Year 12 Equivalent) and One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Geography or Psychology (Australian Year 12 Equivalent).
MCD of Business	Mathematics (Australian Year 12 Equivalent) or Mathematics (Australian Year 11 Equivalent) and pick up an additional Mathematics unit MCD2140 Business Mathematics. If you enter the MCD of Business (Part 2) with Mathematics equivalent to Australian Year 11, you must complete unit MCD2140 Business Mathematics.
MCD of Engineering	Mathematics (Australian Year 12 Equivalent) and One of Physics* or Chemistry (Australian Year 12 Equivalent). *If you did not complete Physics (Australian Year 12 equivalent) you must have completed Physics Australian Year 11 equivalent and must enroll in-unit MCD1200 Physics A in place of MCD 4160 Physics for Engineering. Students in Biomedical Engineering must have completed Year 12 Physics.
Information Technology	1. Mathematics (Australian Year 11 or Australian Year 12 Maths Methods or Specialist Maths or equivalent) depending on the undergraduate destination degree. 2. Students must enroll in MCD4490 Advanced Mathematics, MCD4500 Engineering Mathematics, and MCD4440 Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science.

Age Requirement

Provisional Enrolment

Conditional offers

What is the brand name of your college?

Universal College Bangladesh (UCB). UCB is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Eduko Bangladesh Ltd, and is the exclusive provider in Bangladesh of Monash College programmes that offer pathways into Monash University.

What are your contact details?

Address:
SA Tower, 1 Gulshan Avenue
Dhaka-1212

Contact Details:

Hotline: +8801844277342, +8801844277343
Email: [email protected]

Who are your partner institutions?

Monash College, Australia
Monash College is fully owned by Monash University, Australia’s largest university, and is the preferred pathway to Monash University for international students. We offer foundation programs.

What are the programmes you offer?

Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)
Monash College MCDs (IT, Business, Engineering, Applied Data Science)

What is the relation between Universal College Bangladesh and Monash College?

Universal College Bangladesh (UCB) is Bangladesh’s premier transnational education institute and Monash College’s exclusive partner in providing a pathway to Monash University degrees from Bangladesh. Universal College Bangladesh offers the Monash University Foundation Year programme (comparable to Australian year 12) and Monash College MCDs in IT, Business, Engineering and Data Science (equivalent to Monash University first year). Read more about Universal College Bangladesh at the Monash College website.

What is the relation between Monash College and Monash University? Is Monash College simply affiliated with Monash University (similar to colleges being affiliated to University of Dhaka) or is Monash College fully-owned by Monash University?

Monash College is in fact fully owned by Monash University, Australia’s largest university. Monash College is the preferred pathway to Monash University for international students. Monash College offers foundation programs and English language courses, MCDs, study abroad, professional experience programs, and more. For over 20 years, Monash College has been helping international students get into their desired degree courses and preparing them for success in the workforce.

Will the students of UCB be getting the same standard of education, curriculum and evaluation process as Monash College Australia?

Yes! The complete annual teaching plan, semester breakup, learning objectives, curriculum, testing and evaluation process are all directed by and absolutely step-in-step with Monash College Australia. Further, Monash College Australia not only undertakes periodic curriculum reviews, but also approves each and every academic staff CV being recruited at Universal College Bangladesh. UCB’s academic performance is also reviewed on a continuing basis with global benchmarks, including with Monash College’s international partner results.

Are the testimonials received by UCB students recognised in Bangladesh and internationally?

UCB has received Ministry of Education approval under Foreign University Branch Campus/Study Center Rules 2014. The Rules 2014 note that UGC will provide a certificate of recognition for all applying students who have completed the UCB programme. Internationally, Deakin University and Swinburne University Australia have formal articulation agreements with Monash University Australia for such cross university acceptances. Monash MUFY/MCD students have in the past joined various international universities, depending upon their individual entry criteria.

Additionally, Monash University Foundation Year certification at UCB is comparable to Australian Year 12 qualification. And Monash College MCD at UCB is equivalent to Monash University first year degree qualification.

What are the programmes you offer for students after O Levels?

Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)*
This is the pathway programme to start your studies after O levels in Bangladesh, before you transition to complete a degree in Monash University Malaysia or Australia. The Monash University Foundation Year gives you the best preparation and support for success at Monash University. It is a pre-university program offered through Monash College. If you successfully complete the programme and meet the entry requirements, we guarantee you first-year entry into all ten faculties offering you a range of degrees at Monash University.

What are the programmes you offer for students after A Levels?

Monash College MCDs *
We currently offer MCD of Applied Data Science, Business, IT and Engineering from Monash College, which allows students to proceed towards Monash University in Australia or Malaysia for entry into second year in a range of pathway majors.*

*Entry requirements into Foundation Year and MCDs apply. If you successfully complete Foundation Year or MCD and meet the entry requirements, we guarantee you first-year entry into a range of degrees at Monash University.

What are the study modes offered?

We offer only full-time programmes.

Who are the lecturers and where are they from?

UCB lecturers are either PhD, MSc/MBA or equivalent qualified – and have either studied or taught at reputed US, UK or Australian universities or at leading Bangladesh institutions. Lecturers are hired after a rigorous interview process, and officially confirmed by Monash College, Australia.

What are your classroom sizes?

Our classrooms are designed to accommodate efficient learning groups of 25-50 to ensure individual attention is given to the students.

What are the lab facilities provided at UCB?

We house 3 IT labs which consist of over 100 PCs, a physics lab, a chemistry and a bio lab to support student learning at UCB.

What are the payment options?

Fees are payable by semester. UCB helps facilitate students in accessing student loans.

Monash University, Melbourne – Australia

What are the accommodation options in Melbourne?

Depending on the age of the student, what campus they will be studying at and whether they wish to live on or off-campus, there are a range of accommodation options to suit. Students under the age of 18 must have a legal guardian (either a parent or relative they are living with, or a Monash under 18 guardian) and live in Monash College under-18 approved accommodation. For Monash College and under-18 options, please visit:

http://www.monashcollege.edu.au/live-and-study-in-australia/accommodation

Monash Residential Services:

On-campus – www.mrs.monash.edu.au
Off-campus – www.mrs.monash.edu.au/offcampus

How do I get my student visa when I am ready to study in Australia?

Once you receive and accept your offer letter or conditional offer from Monash and make the initial payment, you will receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) which you will need to complete your student visa application.
* For more information on the process of transferring from UCB to Monash University, visit www.study.monash/how-to-apply/international-student-applications/foundation-year-students

* Information on gaining a student visa for Australia: www.border.gov.au

Are we given internships during the study period in Australia?

Many Monash courses actively involve industry partners in both the design and delivery of your education to enable you to be at the forefront of industry knowledge when you graduate. You will find a rich array of work experience, internships and volunteer opportunities open to you, giving you the chance to put theory into practice.

Can we work part-time in Australia?

Holders of a student visa in Australia are allowed to work up to 40 hours per fortnight while the university is in session, and there is no limit on the number of hours an international student can work during recognised school holidays. Please visit www.border.gov.au for more detailed information about working while on a student visa in Australia

How are the job opportunities upon graduation?

Please visit below links for information on job opportunities upon graduation, job opportunities

How much money should I have with me for the cost of living in Melbourne?

It is a good idea to plan and prepare a budget before you arrive in Australia. Your tuition and study fees do not include personal costs such as accommodation, food and other expenses you will need. These costs can add up to approximately A$ 23,000+ per year.

https://www.study.monash/why-choose-monash/our-locations/life-in-melbourne/cost-of-living

What financial aid is available?

Monash University offers a range of scholarships and grants for international students ranging from university-wide scholarships and faculty-specific options. Visit the website below for more information, eligibility and how to apply.

www.study.monash/fees-scholarships/scholarships/find/international-student-scholarships

What is the transition plan for students from Bangladesh to Monash University, Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur)?

A briefing and information session will be held with students during the trimester to inform them of the course options available at Monash University, Malaysia. Students need to submit their application by the due date. Monash University, Malaysia admissions will issue Full or Conditional Offers to students, for students to accept their offer and apply for their visa. Once results are released, Monash University, Malaysia will issue students their Full Offer.

What are the accommodation options in Kuala Lampur, Malaysia?

A range of accommodation options are available for students studying at Monash University in Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. http://www.monash.edu.my/student-life/accommodation

International Study
Opportunities & Affiliations

Monash Progression

Monash College MCD programs offer international study opportunities, including direct progression to Monash University, global study programs, student exchange programs, international internships, and language/cultural immersion. Students can seamlessly transition to Monash University’s undergraduate degrees, study abroad at partner institutions, gain work experience abroad, and participate in language/cultural immersion programs. Availability may vary, so it’s best to check with Monash College for specific details.

Monash University Australia

Monash University Malaysia