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Roberta Sykes Scholarships 2026

Awarded by Aurora Education Foundation

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

MastersPhD

Funding Type

Partial Funding · up to AUD 75,000

Eligible Courses

Subjects offered by the universities

Eligible Nationalities

Open to Indigenous students of Australia

Can Be Taken At

University of OxfordUniversity College London (UCL)University of Cambridge

Provider

Aurora Education Foundation

Last Verified On

24 Mar 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Eligibility for Roberta Sykes Scholarships:

  • The applicants for the Roberta Sykes Scholarship must belong to an indigenous community of Torres Strait Islander descent.
  • The applicant must have an excellent academic track record. 
  • Must hold an undergraduate degree.
  • The applicant must be enrolled in an overseas university for a research degree or postgraduate coursework.
  • The applicant must be financially sound to support themselves through their course.
  • Applicants are expected to apply directly to the overseas University first, then to the Foundation for the scholarship.

Documents Required for Roberta Sykes Scholarships:

  • A completed application form for the Roberta Sykes Scholarship.
  • Academic transcript, your curriculum vitae.
  • A passport-sized photo
  • A financial budget
  • Written references highlighting
  • A personal statement 
  • Confirmation or a written statement from the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Corporation or Land Council of the country of your ancestors or the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Heritage Association.

Value of the Scholarship:

The successful candidates are awarded a scholarship of up to AUD 75,000.

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2

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3

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4

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5

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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Aurora Education Foundation. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Roberta Sykes Scholarships 2026 is Expired.
  • Roberta Sykes Scholarships 2026 is offered to Masters, PhD degree.
  • Roberta Sykes Scholarships 2026 is offered for Subjects offered by the universities.
  • Roberta Sykes Scholarships 2026 is open for: Open to Indigenous students of Australia.
  • Roberta Sykes Scholarships 2026 is offered by Aurora Education Foundation.
  • Roberta Sykes Scholarships 2026 covers Partial Funding, up to AUD 75,000.