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Definitions

Key word or acronym Definition
Domestic Student

A person enrolled at MSA and who is a South African citizen.

International student

A person enrolled at MSA who is not a citizen of South Africa.

Commencing Student A person that has received a full offer to come and study at Monash South Africa
Continuing Student A person that had an enrolment the previous semester and is continuing with their studies the following semester.
Deferment When a commencing student decides to postpone their studies until the following semester.
Discontinuation/Cancellation When a commenting/continuing student notify Monash South Africa, in writing, that they will no longer study at Monash South Africa.
Intermission When a continuing student notify Monash South Africa, in writing, that they will take a break from their studies for 6 – 12 moths.
Census date Last day to discontinue a specific semester/s units without incurring fees relevant for semester one.
EFTSL

Equivalent full-time student load

Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) A confirmation document issued by Monash South Africa required by the Embassy to process a study permit
Fee Statement An official document issued by Monash South Africa to confirm the credit or debit balance in a students account.
Quotation An official document issued by Monash South Africa to outline the estimated fees required for a specific period to aid students applying for funds via banks/sponsors.