The Roberta Sykes Scholarship provides funding to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander postgraduate students who wish to undertake studies at recognised overseas universities.
The value of the Scholarship is up to maximum amount of AUD $75,000, paid directly to the recipient in equal instalments at the start of each semester or term, subject to academic progress.
To be a Roberta Sykes Scholar, one must reflect the strong community and activist values held by Roberta herself. On their return to Australia, Roberta Sykes Scholars are strongly encouraged to give back to their communities.
More than 100 Indigenous students and professionals have been awarded Roberta Sykes Scholarships since the program began over 40 years ago. Currently, there are four types of Roberta Sykes Scholarship opportunities available.
Please apply by 31 January 2025.