Hi
CristinaYang, I know this thread hasn’t been active for a while but I was wondering if you could provide some insights into first year at Monash and life at Mannix College?
Hi Moonlight! Ofc
1st Year "Insights" 2020
The course is pretty good imo (and would be even better in person) I've quite enjoyed not having to do an undergrad. There is a fair bit of content which you would expect with a medical degree but if you keep on top of things it's pretty decent in terms of difficulty. Monash med faculty decides your timetable so you don't have to worry about choosing subjects or scheduling your classes (like you would have to in other undergrad/non-med courses). Basically the course is structured into different "subjects/topics" but you do them all at once and the semesterly exams contain all of the content from the different "subjects" e.g. anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, etc. Each semester you learn more in each "subject" (it'll make more sense when you're actually doing it but for more info check out
Pi's post there are some changes but the content taught is pretty similar). Sem one focus is on biochemistry but sem two is when you get in to anatomy and clinical applications the actual "doctor stuff" imo!
Of what I've experienced of my cohort they're a pretty great bunch and ofc there's too many people for me to know everyone (you'll get to meet some of us too if you choose Monash!). Every semester you get assigned to a tutorial group with whom you'll do either most of/one set of your tutorials with, so you get quite close to them and everyone's friendly so you get the opportunity to make a lot of friends. There are also some social events hosted by the med student society and lots of opportunities to get involved in various clubs and initiatives - so more opportunities to meet people. Most of my first year experience has been decent even on zoom which may be a factor for you to consider as latest on the grapevine says that some of the 1st year course will be online in 2021. Everyone including students, lecturers and tutors have all been approachable and helpful in my experiences.
MANNIX!!!
I absolutely adore Mannix and was devastated that our time there was cut short
My short lived college experience consisted of making a bunch of great friends and making beloved memories! I would describe it as a supportive, friendly and fun environment and I can't wait to go back this year (touch wood nothing will happen). The food imo is pretty good (but I'm not a very picky eater) they cater for many dietary requirements as well. They usually run a lot of activities/events/parties at college and they're making a grand effort to make sure we get those same great experiences in a covid-friendly 2021. I think mannix feels like a big community but your college experience is what you make of it and I urge you to become as involved as you can!
I know that might be like word vomit but let me know if you have anymore specific questions <3 If not I hope that helped!