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A taste of Malaysia

25 February 2009

Moloto Monyepao, Chamelee Bogoda and Joel Wan.

For six Monash students from Australia and South Africa, the University's summer break offered the opportunity to get ahead in their studies and explore a new country.

The students were in Malaysia as part of the inter-campus mobility program, which allows students to study a portion of their degree programs at other Monash campuses.

The mobility program is a key feature of the Monash Passport.

Moloto Monyepao from Monash South Africa said his experience added another dimension to his university education, especially coming from a campus with a smaller student population.

"I now hope to study at the Sunway campus in Malaysia for a full semester," Moloto said.

Joel Wan from the University's Berwick campus in Australia said the teachers were friendly and supportive.

"They were always willing to help us if we encountered any difficulties or issues," Joel said.

Chamelee Bogoda from the Caufield campus said the students got the opportunity to travel around and truly experience Malaysia.

"The best thing about being here, apart from meeting people from different backgrounds and experiencing the diverse cultures, is the fact that shopping in Kuala Lumpur is fantastic." Chamelee said.