La Trobe Flexible Research Scholarship (FLEX) for Graduate Candidates with…
- Award
- USD 3,000
- Deadline
- 31 Dec 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Degree
- MSc
- Host institution
- La Trobe University campuses in Victoria
- Renewable
- No
About this scholarship
La Trobe University is offering the Flexible Research Scholarship to eligible applicants with disabilities. This scholarship provides individually tailored support, providing a longer period of time for completion of a graduate research degree and payment of a stipend, extended periods of leave of absence, and access to additional funding for research-related costs associated with having a disability.
Application Deadline
- 31 December 2026
Tell Me About The Scholarship
The La Trobe Flexible Research Scholarship (FLEX) supports graduate researchers with disabilities by extending the duration of their Research Training Program (RTP) or La Trobe University Graduate Research Scholarship (LTGRS) stipend. It provides tailored support, including extended candidature, additional leave, and allowances for disability‑related research costs.
Which Fields are Eligible
Open to graduate researchers in any discipline, provided they are enrolled in:
- Doctoral Research
- Masters by Research
Type
- Graduate Research Scholarship | Disability Support | Australia
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Already hold or have accepted an RTP or LTGRS stipend.
- Have a disability (intellectual, cognitive, neurological, sensory, physical, or psychiatric) that is permanent and impacts study pace.
- Provide medical evidence or proof of participation in the NDIS.
- Be enrolled or planning to enrol at a La Trobe University campus (Albury‑Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, Mildura, Shepparton).
How Are Scholars Selected
- Applications reviewed by the FLEX Advisory Panel.
- Priority given to candidates undertaking research at La Trobe campuses.
- Academic merit considered (Masters by Research standard ≥70 or Honours 2A equivalent).
Which Countries are Eligible
- Australian citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens, and international students.
Where Will the Scholarship Be Taken
- La Trobe University campuses in Victoria, Australia.
How Many Scholars
- Not specified; awarded competitively.
What is the Benefit of the Scholarship
- Stipend extension:
- Up to 18 months for doctoral candidates.
- Up to 8 months for Masters candidates.
- Research support allowance: Up to AUD $3,000 per year for disability‑related costs (e.g., Auslan interpreters, personal care at conferences).
- Extended candidature:
- Up to 12 months (doctoral).
- Up to 6 months (Masters).
- Tuition fee scholarship for extended candidature.
- Leave of absence: Up to 24 months aggregated.
How Long Will the Scholarship Last
- Extensions vary: up to 18 months (doctoral) or 8 months (Masters), depending on study level.
Required Documents
- FLEX Scholarship Confidential Statement Form.
- Medical evidence of permanent disability.
- Academic transcripts.
- Proof of RTP or LTGRS stipend.
How to Apply
- Download the LTFLEX Scholarship Confidential Statement Form.
- Email completed form and medical evidence to [email protected].
- Queries: [email protected].
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must:
- Already hold or have accepted an RTP or LTGRS stipend.
- Have a disability (intellectual, cognitive, neurological, sensory, physical, or psychiatric) that is permanent and impacts study pace.
- Provide medical evidence or proof of participation in the NDIS.
- Be enrolled or planning to enrol at a La Trobe University campus (Albury‑Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, Mildura, Shepparton).
What's covered
- Download the LTFLEX Scholarship Confidential Statement Form.
- Email completed form and medical evidence to [email protected].
- Queries: [email protected].
Priority applicants
The sponsor explicitly welcomes applicants in these groups.