Shanghai Jiao Tong University - Monash University Joint PhD Program

I. Introduction to Monash University

Monash University, established in 1958 by an Act of the Australian Parliament, is a member of:

• Group of Eight Australia
• Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU)
• International Universities Climate Alliance
• Commonwealth Universities Association

Research Excellence:

• Australia’s largest research-intensive university, operating six campuses in Melbourne and over 100 research centers, including:
  • Australian Synchrotron
  • Australian Stem Cell Centre
• Global partnerships with 17 collaborative institutes.

Location: Primary campuses in Melbourne, Australia.

Top-Ranked Disciplines:
Pharmacy & Pharmacology | Nursing | Anatomy & Physiology | Medicine | Psychology | Biological Sciences | Education | Accounting & Finance | Economics & Econometrics | Law | Library & Information Management | Sociology | Anthropology | Media Studies | Development Studies | Political Science | Statistics & Operations Research | Hospitality & Tourism Management | Social Policy & Management | Mining Engineering | Civil Engineering | Chemical Engineering | Mechanical Engineering | Computer Science | Electrical Engineering | Philosophy | English Literature | History | Art & Design | Performing Arts | Modern Languages | Linguistics | Architecture | Theology | Archaeology | Materials Science | Chemistry | Earth & Marine Sciences | Geophysics | Geography | Mathematics | Environmental Science | Physics

II. Program Overview

This jointly awarded PhD program culminates in a single doctoral degree certificate co-issued by both universities.

Key Requirements:

• Dual Residency: Minimum 12 months of full-time study at each institution.
• Program Timeline:
  1. Qualification Milestone: Achieved within 12 months of enrollment (mandatory for continuation).
  2. Mid-Term Review: Conducted at 24 months.
  3. Final Assessment: Completed by 36 months.

Governance:

• Student Plan Agreement: Signed upon admission, detailing research timelines, supervision, and academic benchmarks.
• Annual Registration: Mandatory renewal at both universities.

Termination Clauses:
Either university may unilaterally withdraw a student for:

1. Failure to re-register on time.
2. Voluntary withdrawal.
3. Disciplinary violations, research misconduct, or expulsion.
4. Failure to meet qualification milestones.

III. Admissions Scope

Open to qualified applicants from all doctoral disciplines at both universities.

IV. Admission Process

Requirements:

• Fulfill all entry criteria of both SJTU and Monash University.

Steps:

1. Apply to the home university (SJTU or Monash).
2. Home university shares application with the host university.
3. Formal application submitted to the host university.
4. Joint evaluation and admission decision.
5. Separate offer letters issued.
6. Candidate accepts both offers.
7. Student Plan Agreement finalized.
8. Full-time enrollment at both institutions.

Compliance:

• Students must adhere to all academic, ethical, and administrative regulations of both universities, including:
  • Research integrity training
  • Intellectual property agreements
  • Ethical review processes

V. Financial Arrangements

1. Tuition:
   • Paid only to the home university (covers registration and fees).
   • No tuition or registration fees to the host university.
2. Insurance:
   • Mandatory health and international travel insurance at the host institution.
3. Research Resources:
   • Materials and consumables funded by the host university during residency.
4. Student Responsibilities:
   • Travel costs (flights, visas)
   • Accommodation and meals
   • Textbooks, personal expenses, and miscellaneous debts

Program terms are governed by the SJTU-Monash Joint PhD Agreement. Policies subject to revision per institutional or governmental directives.