Universiti Monash Malaysia (Malay) | |
 Entrance as viewed from SunU-Monash BRT station | |
| Motto | Ancorā impāro "I am still learning" or "I still learn" |
|---|---|
| Type | Private; Foreign university |
| Established | 1998 |
| President | Professor Dato' Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman |
| Location | , , 3°03′52″N 101°36′02″E / 3.064411°N 101.600682°E |
| Campus | Urban |
| Affiliations | Group of Eight, ASAIHL |
| Website | www |
Monash University Malaysia, established in 1998, is a significant branch of Australia's largest university, Monash University. It is the first foreign university campus in Malaysia and the third largest campus of its parent institution. Monash University Malaysia's commitment to academic excellence and research has earned it a prominent position in global rankings.
As a member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight (Go8), Monash University is known for its research-intensive programs. The Times Higher Education World University Ranking ranked it among the top 60 universities worldwide, showcasing its international influence. Monash is ranked in the world’s top 50 in the US News and World Report’s Best Global Universities, highlighting its global significance in higher education. Additionally, the university secured the top 50 position in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings, reaffirming its commitment to providing a world-class education.
As an integral part of this renowned institution, Monash University Malaysia continues to thrive in research and innovation, advancing knowledge and addressing global challenges. Its affiliation with Monash University ensures that it remains a significant player in the higher education landscape in Malaysia and on the global stage.
The main campus is located in Bandar Sunway, Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
History
Conception and development
In the early 1990s, Monash University established a partnership with Sunway University. Under this arrangement, Malaysian students would enrol and spend their first year in Malaysia, before transferring to one of Monash's Australian campuses to complete their degree. Demand increased for these places rapidly and the potential to expand the program was clear. Monash itself had ambitions to develop a comprehensive international campus from the beginning of Mal Logan's term as Vice-Chancellor. However, this proposal was complicated for the Malaysian Government, which was hesitant to allow a foreign university to establish itself in Malaysia. Nonetheless, as the strength of Monash in Malaysia grew, the case for a Monash campus became increasingly persuasive.
Foundation
In early 1996, it was reported that the Australian Prime Minister had been involved in the signing of a memorandum of understanding to establish the campus. On 23 February 1998, the Malaysian Government formally invited Monash to develop a comprehensive campus, making it the first foreign university in Malaysia. In July of that year, Monash University's newly founded Malaysia campus opened its doors to its first intake of 261 students. Since then, the campus has expanded rapidly. It developed postgraduate courses within a few years, and began to expand its research capacity.
2000s onwards
By 2007, it had 3,300 students, and had established a new, purpose-built, fully independent campus.
