Part 7: External candidature

External mode candidature allows candidates to undertake research in an approved research institution in Australia or in another country where resources and complementary supervision are available. Candidates may also have the option to spend some of their time at the Monash University Malaysia campus or Monash South Africa campus , if the project allows.

Access to email and telephone and / or video conferencing facilities

External candidates must have access to email as well as telephone and / or video conferencing facilities.

Appointment of external supervisor

An external supervisor with the appropriate expertise, based in the external location, will normally be appointed. This supervision will be in addition to the supervision provided by academic staff members of the university. Regular interactive communication between the candidate and the university supervisor should take place at least once per month.

Attendance requirement

An annual 15-day attendance requirement in the school or department in which the candidate is enrolled must be met each year (or eight days in the case of part-time candidates); although in special circumstances a reduction in the 15-day attendance requirement may be considered by the Research Degrees Committee.