Q.        What is MUMUS?
A.        MUMUS is the Monash University Medical Undergraduates' Society. We are a student-run organisation set up to represent and support Monash University's wide diversity of medical students. We are here to ensure the concerns of our colleagues are heard and to work closely with the faculty to ensure Monash University's medical students are receiving the best of the social and academic facets of tertiary education. If you have any queries or concerns about the course, please talk to your friendly MUMUS committee members or student representatives on relevant faculty committees. A list of which students hold positions on which committees can be found by accessing the "committee" tab on the MUMUS website.

Q.        What do “Wildfire”, “AMSA” and “Ignite” do?
A.         “Wildfire” is the Monash University Rural Health Club, and it provides opportunities for rural experience, raises awareness about indigenous health and educates students about the diversity of rural health. Check the website – http://www.med.monash.edu.au/wildfire to find out more.

“AMSA” (Australian Medical Students’ Association) is the peak representative body for medical students studying at Australia’s 17 medical schools. All medical students are automatically part of AMSA. Check the website – http://www.amsa.org.au for more information.

“Ignite” is a student-run initiative aiming to improve health in developing world countries. Check the website – http://www.ignitehealth.org.au to find out more.

Q.        How can my year MUMUS level representatives provide assistance?
A.         By raising issues/concerns with appropriate Faculty members/committees;
by providing information and  publicising events that are being organised by and for the benefit of students, including career related events; and by keeping you informed on a range of matters pertinent to your year level.

Q.        How can I become involved in Monash University student activities at Clayton?
A.         By contacting the “Clubs and Societies” office in the Campus Centre and/or the tables set up each year during ‘O’ Week.

Q.        How do I know who’s who in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences vis a vis the MBBS course?
A.         Look at the attached list ‘Key Faculty MBBS Staff 2007’ for details of staff members, what they do and how to contact them.

Q.        Is there printed material that will provide information on the MBBS years?
A.         “Monash, Medicine and Me” is given to 1st year students, and it can be re-visited later, as it has a range of information about the course and the Faculty.

Prior to commencing each clinical year, you will be given a comprehensive ‘Handbook’ on that year, which should tell you almost everything you need to know – so it’s a good idea to be familiar with it.

Q.        Which websites will I find useful?
A.         There are so many useful websites (some listed here). The best way to find the ones(s) you want is go to the ‘A – Z Index’ in either the Monash University homepage or in the Faculty’s homepage. Everything is listed alphabetically and easily navigable.

Q.        Where can I find application forms for MBBS course based matters?
A.         Visit the ‘forms’ website – www.med.monash.edu.au/current/student-forms.html. Alternatively, the Reception Desk in the C.M.H.S.E, Building 15 and some clinical site offices may have hard copy forms available (at the latter, check with the site administrator).

Q.        What do I do if I have a problem paying my fees?
A.         Contact the Manager, MBBS Student Services or the Administrative Officer, Student Support, Clayton campus (see MBBS Faculty Staff List) who can provide advice and referral.

Q.        Why do I need to be familiar with WES (Web Enrolment System)?
A.         As from the beginning of the 2007 academic year, MBBS students do their own re-enrolment. (Previously, this was done by Faculty staff). Students should note that failure to re-enrol on time can cause major problems, and, for international students, can breach visa requirements. Students carrying an academic or financial encumbrance need to seek advice about re-enrolling.

Q.        How often do I need a ‘Police Check’ and a ‘Working with Children Check’ and what is the best way to get one? What will happen if I don’t have a current one?
A.         You will need to obtain a ‘Police Check’ after enrolment into Year 1, and then renew it every year that you are enrolled in the MBBS course. A ‘Working with Children Check’ needs to be obtained once during the 5 year duration of the MBBS ( in Year 1). Visit the forms website – www.med.monash.edu.au/current/student-forms.html for information on obtaining the checks. Checks must be sighted initially by administrative staff in the C.M.H.S.E. And students are advised to carry their checks when placed at clinical sites. Failure to obtain the checks and to show them, as required, may result in encumbrances being placed on your enrolment, which can ultimately lead to exclusion from the course. 

Note: students are advised that passport photographs may not be acceptable – photos taken at pharmacies are recommended.

Q.        At which clinical sites are Monash MBBS students placed? 
A.         There are three clinical schools in which students are placed – the Central & Eastern Clinical School, comprising of the Alfred, Caulfield, Cabrini, Boxhill, Maroondah, Angliss and Sandringham Hospitals; the Southern Clinical School, comprising of Monash Medical Centre and the Dandenong and Frankston Hospitals; and the School of Rural Health, with placement sites at Bairnsdale, Bendigo, Mildura, Sale, Traralgon and Warragul.

Q.        What do I do/who do I tell if I am unable to attend my clinical placement?
A.         Make contact with the administrator responsible for that clinical site ASAP and explain what has happened to prevent attendance (ref. attached staff list). It is also advisable to let your placement coordinator know too.