Monash University was established in Melbourne, Australia in 1958.
We are a youthful organisation, enthusiastic, optimistic and accessible. We believe quality education and research can change the world for the better.
Courses
We offer a large number of courses across numerous disciplines. At Monash you can choose from many study options including double degrees, part-time study, off-campus learning and alternative pathways.
Research
Our researchers make highly significant contributions that bring real and positive change to the lives of people all over the world.
Find out more about Research at Monash
Monash University is ranked amongst the world’s most prestigious universities
Graduating with a degree from a university in the world’s top one per cent adds significant value to your resume. Our global reputation ensures you are recognised for your skills and talent – no matter where in the world you choose to pursue your dreams.
We measure ourselves against international standards.
University rankings
Monash is ranked:
- in the top one per cent of world universities– 91st in the world – according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2013-2014)
- the 69th university in the world according to the 2013/2014 QS World University Rankings
- in the top 150 world universities according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities compiled by Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
- the best university in Australia for Engineering, Technology and Computer Science (ranked equal first) (Academic Ranking of World Universities, 2013)
- 38th in the world for Clinical, Pre-Clinical and Health (Times Higher Education, 2013 – 2014)
- 45th in the world for Arts and Humanities (Times Higher Education, 2013 – 2014)
- 49th in the world for Engineering and Technology (Times Higher Education, 2013 – 2014).
- the best university in Australia for Chemistry
- in the top 50 for 18 subjects.
- the best university in Australia for Pharmacy and Pharmacology.
- sixth in the world for Education
- eighth in the world for Pharmacy and Pharmacology
- 16th in the world for Law
- 17th in the world for Linguistics
- 19th in the world for Communication and Media Studies
- 20th in the world for Accounting and Finance
- 22nd in the world for Chemical Engineering
- 23rd in the world for Geography
- 24th in the world for Economics and Econometrics
- 27th in the world for English Language and Literature
- 30th in the world for Sociology
- 30th in the world for Civil Engineering.
