The Government of Ireland Scholarship Program offers full scholarships, a €22,000 annual stipend, and €3,250 annually for direct research expenses to international students. This program, funded by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and managed by the Council, aims to create new possibilities for the future within Ireland and beyond.
Scholarship Summary:
- Host Country: Ireland
- Category: Postgraduate, Masters, PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship, €25,250 Annual stipends
- Application Opens: August 29, 2024
- Deadline: October 10, 2024
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Scholarship Details:
The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme is a unique initiative in the Irish research landscape, offering individual, prestigious awards for excellent research across all disciplines. It uses an objective selection process with international, independent expert peer review and supports bottom-up, non-directed research.
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for the Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship, applicants must:
- Have no age limit restrictions.
- Be affiliated with or admitted to an eligible Irish higher education institution or research-performing organization.
- Submit applications in either Irish or English.
- Not have had two previous unsuccessful applications to the relevant program, including strategic partner themes.
Benefits:
The scholarship offers up to €31,000 per annum, which includes:
- A stipend of €22,000 per annum.
- Contribution to fees, including non-EU fees, up to €5,750 per annum.
- Eligible direct research expenses of €3,250 per annum.
Required Documents:
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Educational documents
- Study Plan/Statement of Purpose
- Research Proposal
- Copy of Passport
- Supervision details (if any)
- Recommendation forms
- Language proof (if any)
- Additional documents (if any)
Application Process:
To apply for the 2025 Government of Ireland Scholarship:
- Apply to an eligible Higher Education Institution or Research Programme.
- Submit your application via the online portal.
- Upload two references via the online portal.
- Submit your application well before the deadline to avoid technical issues.
Assessment Process:
Applicants must demonstrate:
- Outstanding academic achievement.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Participation in extracurricular activities (e.g., humanitarian work, politics, arts, or sport).
- A strong rationale for studying in Ireland and how the scholarship aligns with their long-term goals.
Applications will be first reviewed by the higher education institutions for eligibility and alignment with institutional strategic objectives. Shortlisted applications will then be assessed by an independent panel of international assessors.
The deadline for applications is October 10, 2024. Make sure to apply early and carefully follow the instructions for a successful application.
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