Monash Graduate Research Equity Supplement

Monash Graduate Research Equity Supplement

This top-up scholarship supplement is intended to assist with extra expenses a Graduate Research student with a disability or long-term medical condition incurs during the pursuit of their degree at a Monash campus in Australia. This is a one-off award intended for use by the recipient to support these extra expenses directly related to their research undertaking.  Applicants must clearly state how their research will benefit from the supplement if awarded.

Expenses That May Be Covered

• Transport Assistance: taxi fares to/from campus or research sites, use of modified vehicle.
• Support Worker: on-campus support for mobility or communication; travel and accommodation for a support worker during research activities such as fieldwork or conferences.
• Library & Research Access Support: support with accessing research materials or sites, such as scanning, photocopying, retrieving physical texts, or navigating library systems.
• Accessible Technology, Materials & Communication Support: research materials in alternative formats (large print, Braille, audio); interpreters; written communication aids; speech-generating devices.
• Adaptive/Specialised Technology, Devices and Software: speech and reading support tools (e.g. screen reader, literature review visualisation tool); apps to help focus; voice command tools; accessible survey apps; noise-cancelling headphones.
• Home Workspace & Equipment: ergonomic desk or chair, laptop, printer for remote research, or other physical modifications required for home-based research setup.
• Other Research-Related Costs: disability-related modifications to research environments or activities (e.g. laboratory adjustments, fieldwork accessibility).

Expenses Not Covered

• Expenses unrelated to the pursuit of research: vehicle costs, general medical expenses.

Applications

closes 31 March each year

Total scholarship value

Up to $6,000

Number offered

up to 10 annually

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Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Information Technology

Irena

The toughest part about studying was not only going through family struggles, but also the disadvantage I have with my hearing. Receiving a scholarship has changed my life. It's helped improve my mental health, knowing that I have support from Monash to study regardless of my hearing. It's also helped me become financially independent with the costs of my studies, and helped me stay on track towards my career goals.

Am I eligible?
You must meet the following criteria:

• be currently enrolled in a research masters or doctoral program as an internal/on-campus student at one of Monash University’s Australian campuses;
• be registered with the Disability Liaison Unit or have appropriate medical documentation;
• hold a MGS, RTP Stipend, MDS or similar award that supports your living costs, as this is a supplementary top up scholarship only; and
• have a disability or long-term medical condition that has resulted in extra expenses during your Graduate Research studies.

Part-time students are also eligible to apply if they are not working full-time.

This scholarship is also available to students undertaking Joint Research Awards when Monash University is the home institution.

Benefits

Up to $6,000.

The award may be paid as a fortnightly stipend (for the academic year only) or in a lump sum if the award is made for the purchase of equipment.

Selection criteria

Selection of the successful applicant will be based on the needs and academic performance of applicants. Selection will be undertaken by the Graduate Research Committee (GRC) Steering Committee.  Applicants should note that the committee will determine the amount awarded and that their decision is final.

How to apply

Different scholarships may have varying application requirements, so it's important to carefully review the details and ensure your application is submitted by the specified deadline.

Generally, there is one round per year, closing on 31 March. If the number of available awards are not offered, there may be a second round. Note: students can only receive one award per year.

For more information on this scheme, please contact our Graduate Research Admissions team on E: mgro-apply@monash.edu .

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