The leave request process is used for all leave types. Students taking leave should discuss with their principal supervisor and confirm any dates they will be absent from their studies.
The leave request process can be accessed via the ‘Research’ tile in your Student Centre under the Candidature menu. For a step-by-step guide on how to submit a Leave of Absence request, view the Leave Request for HDR Students in the Variation to Candidature section.
A request duration for a Leave of Absence must align with the relevant Academic Calendar study periods. Your request, if approved, may be adjusted after consideration by the Dean (GRS) to align with the Academic Calendar study periods. The completion date (thesis submission due date) for examination will normally be extended by the same period of approved leave.
Whilst on leave, you are not required to enrol or pay tuition fees. As such, students are not entitled to access or utilise resources provided by the University, including advice from your supervisory team. These resources include any office, library, lab or research space, building access outside business hours and computing resources, including computers and software, during the period of leave. These resources may be redistributed in your absence.
For international students
Additional requirements for the Leave of Absence request may apply for international students. Please consult the GRS.
Re-commencing
It is the responsibility of the student to contact the Graduate Research School at least 10 working days prior to re-commencing their studies to ensure their enrolment and any stipend scholarship payments are reinstated. International on-campus students on a student visa are required to re-confirm they have returned from leave as part of reporting requirements.