The Government of Ireland Scholarships 2025 offers an exceptional opportunity for international students to pursue their postgraduate studies in Ireland. This scholarship is fully funded and available for students who wish to undertake a Master's, PhD, or Postdoctoral degree in Ireland for the academic year 2025-26. The program is open to students worldwide and covers almost all academic fields and majors.
Overview of Government of Ireland Scholarships 2025
Provided by:
Government of Ireland
Degree Level:
Master, PhD, Postdoctoral
Scholarship Coverage:
Fully Funded
Eligible Nationality:
All Nationalities (Non-EU/EEA countries)
Award Country:
Ireland
Last Date:
10 October 2024
Participating Universities
Students can apply to any of the following universities under the
Government of Ireland Scholarships 2025:
Athlone Institute of
Technology
Coláiste Mhuire Marino
Cork Institute of
Technology
Dublin City University
Dublin Institute for
Advanced Studies
Dublin Dental Hospital
Dundalk Institute of
Technology
Dún Laoghaire Institute
of Art, Design & Technology
Galway–Mayo Institute of
Technology
Institute of Technology,
Carlow
Institute of Technology,
Sligo
Institute of Technology,
Tralee
Letterkenny Institute of
Technology
Limerick Institute of
Technology
Mary Immaculate College,
Limerick
Maynooth University
National College of
Ireland
National University of
Ireland, Galway
Royal College of Surgeons
in Ireland
Royal Irish Academy
Royal Irish Academy of
Music
Technological University
Dublin
University College Cork
University of Limerick
University College Dublin
University of Dublin,
Trinity College
Waterford Institute of
Technology
Financial Benefits
The Government of Ireland
Scholarships 2025 provides comprehensive financial support, including:
For Master's and PhD Students:
A stipend of €22,000 per annum.
A contribution to tuition
fees, including non-EU fees, up to €5,750
per annum.
Eligible direct research
expenses of €3,250 per annum.
For Postdoctoral Fellows:
A salary of €38,632 in the first year and €39,186 in the second year.
Employer’s PRSI
contribution.
Eligible direct research
expenses of €5,000 per annum.
Research Areas
The scholarship supports
study in a wide range of research areas, including:
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Computer Science
Earth and Environmental
Sciences
Engineering
Mathematics
Physics
Study of the Human Past
Cultures and Cultural
Production
Individuals,
Institutions, Markets, Values, Behavior, the Mind, and Environment
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the
Government of Ireland Scholarships 2025, applicants must:
Be international students
from non-EU/EEA countries.
Commence studies in
September/October 2025 (PhD awardees may be considered for later enrollment).
Demonstrate academic
excellence.
Have strong communication
skills.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply
for the Government of Ireland Scholarships 2025 is 10th October 2024.
How to Apply
To apply for the
Government of Ireland Scholarships 2025, follow these steps:
Visit the Official
Website: Government of Ireland Scholarships
Register:
Create an account on the online application system.
Submit Application:
Complete the application form, upload the required documents, and submit your
application before the deadline.
Ensure that all the
information provided is accurate and complete to avoid any issues during the
selection process.
The Government of Ireland
Scholarships 2025 provides an excellent opportunity for international students
to pursue higher education at prestigious Irish universities. With full
financial coverage and access to top research facilities, this scholarship is
ideal for students seeking to advance their academic and professional careers
in a vibrant and innovative environment.