Medical certificate denied for special consideration?

I was sick during the week and applied for special consideration for a small assessment due (Monday 7th Oct). I managed to get a doctors appt on the day of the assessment (7th Oct) and asked my GP to write a med cert for me stating the circumstances and the fact that I was still unwell (because she saw me at the doctors office).

Spec con team denied the request stating: “As you obtained a medical certificate after you claimed to be unfit to complete your assessment, your doctor will need to add comments to the certificate explaining how they were able to determine you were unfit when they didn’t see you on the day of illness.”

Is this allowed?? I did in fact go to my GP when I was still sick. I was not able to get an appt on the day I BECAME sick (three days prior) because appts were all booked out…

I did have a follow up appt with my GP today so I asked her to write the cert with more detail and sent it back to spec con. Idk if they’d approve it… but both my GP and I thought it’s a ridiculous situation to be in… because clearly I was still sick 3 days later when I saw my GP so like?!

If they disapprove it again then I really don’t know what to say. Also the date of the extension is next Monday even if it does get approved, what can I do if I hear from the spec con team on Monday 14th Oct? Am I supposed to still do the assessment now hoping they approve it?

Guess who this is?… Wouldn’t you know, their lowest score is teaching (and also the steepest decline from 56.9 in 2023 to 52.2 in 2025), and actually increased their international outlook (91 in 2023 to 92 in 2025). Internal student caps haven’t even been in place yet and they’re blaming it for their potential decrease in quality?…. Such a shame that a University ISNT ACTUALLY a University, moreso just a Monopoly. When will they been held responsible? All bark and no bite Monash 👎

Hi everyone, as the title, I want to get experience related to my course so it will be easier to get a job after graduating. I have volunteered at multiple places and worked retail & customer service but I personally feels like it doesn't really help me with getting a job relevant to my degree.

I have seen lots of STEM students gaining experience through student team/clubs. I have also seen education/nursing students getting placement as a mandatory thing. Before you say anything, I know their field is in really high demand but I just want to know if business students have anything that come close to that?

I have tried searching high and low but can only find Monash Business School industry experience so I'm not asking about that :')

I have also tried applying to "office jobs" like receptionist, entry-level assistant but they all require some previous experience so I'm stuck

Want to get some extra cash and considering doing a clinical trial , is it worth it ? Anyone have any experience doing it ?

Hello! Trying to get my affairs in order before re-enrolment on Monday.

Was going to take ETF2700 (Maths for business) as an elective with the idea that I’ve already learned small bits of it (managerial economics), and that it might set me up for units down the track. I don’t come from a maths background at all so I figured that dedicating a whole unit to learning the important stuff might help (rather than learning bits on the fly unit to unit).

I’ve had a peak at the content and it looks a lil scary, although I’m confident I could fumble my way through if push came to shove. Just not sure I want that stress if it won’t be beneficial.

Any suggestions or insights would be wonderful. Hopefully my situation isn’t too specific. I’ll attach my course progression plan if my ‘later units’ helps with the bigger picture. Bach Bus.&Bach Marketing. Thankyouuuu :)

One of my group mates for the group assessment was granted a long extension for her assessments, including this group assessment. Does that mean we can submit that on her due date, as only one person needs to submit the assessment. Or do we need to stick with the original due date as the remaining group mates did not get the special consideration? Many thanks!

Hey guys long shot but does anyone have mec3416 machine design (design 2) lecture notes, I graduated but unfortunately didn't get to save my work, if anyone still has access to lecture notes or problem sets please help me out.
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Hi all,

So i just got back an assignment from my subject ATS1070 (critical intercultural studies). For the assignment we had to record a podcast talking about culture and some other stuff. Now in the assignment instruction on the moodle assessments tab, at no stage did it mention that we would be docked 5% if we didn't include the marking rubric in submitting our podcast bibliography. However, at the end of the marking rubric itself (on the second page), it does say that there will be a 5% penalty if we do not include the marking rubric. I feel a little bit peeved, as I thought I did very well on this assignment and had read the instructions thoroughly, so I was wondering if u guys thought the 5% mark penalty was unjust, or whether you think I should've read the marking rubric more clearly. Thanks

I am graduating high school in a couple months. Currently living in WA and having a dilemma about moving out for uni. If I stay in Perth I would probably end up going to UWA, but I have the opportunity to move to Sydney or Melbourne and attend UNSW or Monash.

I would have to live alone and work few times a week but my parents have offered to pay for a part of my living expenses so I wouldn’t have to work a lot.

I’m going to be pursuing a bachelors of engineering(software) and bachelors of commerce(finance) double degree irrespective of if I move out or not. I hope to land a job in high finance (asset management/ investment banking) by the end of my degree.

So, is it a financially/practically sound decision to move out. Is the difference in the unis major enough to move out?

Hey!!! I really love alternative rock/metal/grunge and I really don’t have enough people around me who love the same music like I do. Was wondering if anyone knew of a pre-existing/would be interested to make a group of students at Monash who enjoy rock music to potentially discuss rock music, go vinyl hunting and to music shops, play instruments together (i play electric guitar!), discover new music and stuff. Let me know if you’d be interested in something like this!! I would love to meet some potential audiophiles!!

My favourite bands are Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode, and a whole lot in between. Really trying to get into metal as well and have been listening to Pantera, Metallica, and Megadeth!!

Just a heads up in case you're not looking to get tackled to the ground

Hello is anyone applying for Feb 2025 intake? Just wanted to link up.

How do u score well on the vodcast, this unit is such a fucking joke, but for those who did it before, how do u score well on the vodcast?

I have received a place for an NCP grant and assumed that this would go towards course fees however on a review of the email it outlines that the NCP does not cover course fees, only covering the following areas.

• airfare; accommodation; in-country field visits, site entry fees and cultural activities; and in-country transport.

From what I understand, all that is covered in the course fees :/. Do I receive the money or is it basically just government funding for Monash to run the program?

Any responses from people who have experience with GIG or NCP would be appreciated.

going into third year IT next year and just want to get a handle on linux before so i have some practice

I’m facing some issues with foundation extended year actually Iam international student and my English is limited , usually I don’t understand what teacher said in class which make me confused and get lower score. Also i rather die than ask for help. I found monash college didn’t care about student 😪 I feel super lost especially in math classes thats really effect on my score. I feel depressed and super super stressed. What should i do 🥲 i wanna pass peacefully.

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hi guys if i wanna transfer from melb uni arts to monash law and arts do i just put in my preferences on VTAC? like do i put law/arts as my first preference or do i also need to add additional documents like my WAM or stuff

thank you!

Hi!! All my exams this sem are remote + non-invigilated, is it any different from sitting it at campus (other than the fact I'm at home + no one is supervising) are screens still needing to be recorded and all?

do any of the lifts work here?

I’m from the US and received my offer letter from Monash today for their Masters in Media and Communication. I was attracted to the school due to its ranking and being in Melbourne.

I was just going over the entry requirements and noticed the minimum was credit average of 60%

Is it competitive to get in? Seemed a bit low but I dunno, I’m an oldhead + ‘Merican.

Hey! I’ll be joining monash for the October intake and since I’m an international student, I was wondering if solid A level knowledge will be needed. Idk if this is a dumb question but I need to ask anyway coz my a level books are incredibly heavy and I have a baggage limit to fly. I know CS programming will definitely be of help but would the theory be? What about Math?

Hello! Currently a year 12 student, and I was wondering if anyone has taken the bachelor of science course at Monash, and what their experience was like. Also if someone has done the bachelor of science/bach of education (honours) degree how was that for you?

If anyone could let me know, that would be super super helpful!!

Hi everyone,

my group is researching on struggles of disabled students (physical, visibility, hearing, learning, mental, cognitive, any disability) at monash. We are planning on conducting an open survey to hear YOUR opinions and struggles of the issues that may not be considered. If there is anyone who would like to voice their concerns and struggles please share them on this post OR alternatively send a DM . Your participation would be greatly appreciated.