Your Journey to Monash

The thought of flying away from your home country and landing somewhere thousands of kilometres away with weird animals like kangaroos, koalas and wombats can be pretty scary. In this podcast, Hui (aka Ruby), Chan, Audrey and Maisarah talk about their first week in Australia. We tell you what airport customs is like, how to get to where you’re staying, how to set up a bank account and how to cope with arriving in a new place. Tune in to discover the best way to spend your first few days in Melbourne!

*Please note Monash's free airport pickup service is currently only offered from Melbourne Airport in Tullamarine and not from Avalon Airport. Please check this web page for current information about the service - https://www.monash.edu/study/how-to-apply/international-student-applications/preparing-to-arrive/book-your-airport-reception

Orientation Week often ranks high on the ‘memorable university experience’ scoreboard for students. It is your first opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and get involved in different clubs and societies! Chan, Audrey, Avinash and Roham share their favourite parts of Orientation Week, the must see's and must do’s. Start your semester on a high and get ready to embark on an exciting university adventure!

Moving house can be pretty stressful, let alone moving to a whole new country to study! In this podcast, Chan and Avinash chat about their experiences preparing to leave their home countries. We also share our best tips for sorting out your visa, budgeting, packing your suitcase and mentally preparing yourself for leaving home. Tune in to learn about the most important tasks you have to tick off before you depart your home country and come to Monash!

There are so many opportunities as a student at Monash, but why not explore a little further around Melbourne? In this podcast, Chan and Carmen share with us their top picks on travel destinations in Australia, the benefits of travelling and some student clubs at Monash that offer travel opportunities alongside other Monash students! If you love travelling, this episode is for you!

Today, our podcast is all about FOOD! If you miss food from your home country or are looking for recommended eateries and places to get groceries, you’re at the right place. From cheap eats on campus to the best coffee spots and healthy food alternatives, this podcast is all about the vibrant food scene at Monash!

Language is our primary source of communication. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, 72.7% of people speak only English in Australia, which shows just how important English language is! Join Chan, Carmen, Zaria and Alan as we share practical advice on how you can improve your conversational and written English, as well as make the most of the English language programs that Monash offers!

Maintaining a budget while studying abroad can be challenging for international students, particularly when in a new and unfamiliar country. From tuition fees, rent payments and utility bills to transportation costs, groceries and overseas health insurance, these can all add up to a hefty sum. It is important to plan out your budget based on your income and expenses, so listen to this episode as we share some of our valuable experience and money saving tips!

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being. In this episode, Carmen interviews senior international students to talk about the importance of mental health. We suggest ways to open up and talk about mental health, coping mechanisms, as well as how to offer necessary support to those going through a tough time.

The buzz of Orientation Week is over and you’re gradually settling into your new life as a student. In this podcast, Chan, Alan and Joyce talk about learning in a new academic culture, effective time management strategies and the types of study resources they commonly use. Tune in to this episode to learn more about coping with study demands and striking a good balance between academic workload and other commitments.

Making the decision to leave the comfort of home and study abroad in a foreign land can be daunting for international students. In this podcast, we hear the joys and challenges of university life from five senior international students at Monash. We share everything from how to make friends to the array of opportunities available and our favourite activities on campus. If you want to make the best of your university years at Monash, this is your go-to episode!