The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme 2025, a distinguished national initiative supported by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, and administered by the Irish Research Council, will commence its application process on 29 August. This programme represents a singular and esteemed opportunity within the Irish research community, providing individual awards to facilitate exceptional research across various disciplines.
Programme Highlights
The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme is celebrated for its impartial selection process, which employs international, independent expert peer review. It provides funding for innovative research proposals, including those that investigate new and emerging fields or adopt interdisciplinary methodologies. The programme is notably competitive, with an average success rate of 18% over the last five years. Successful candidates are acknowledged as possessing world-class potential to become future leaders in research.
Key Features
Prestigious Awards: Acknowledgment for outstanding research attributed to the applicant.
Funding Across All Disciplines: Encompassing areas from archaeology to zoology and beyond.
Encouragement for Interdisciplinary Research: Proposals that merge various disciplines are encouraged.
Strategic Partnerships: Collaboration with government departments and agencies to align with national objectives.
Advantages of the Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship:
- Scholarship Amount
- Overall Value: As much as €31,000 annually
- Living Allowance: €22,000 each year
- Tuition Fee Support: Up to €5,750 per year available for all students, including those from outside the EU
- Research Funding: Up to €3,250 per year for qualifying direct research expenses
Eligible Nationalities for Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship:
Open to students from the European Union (EU), Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, as well as international students globally, the scholarship program welcomes applicants at various levels of study.
Criteria for Eligibility for the Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship:
- Initial Eligibility Assessment: All candidates are required to complete and successfully pass an initial eligibility quiz prior to gaining access to the complete application form. It is important to understand that passing this quiz does not automatically confirm eligibility for the scholarship program.
- Eligibility Confirmation: The Irish Research Council holds the authority to verify the eligibility of applicants at any point during the application process. Not meeting the eligibility requirements may lead to disqualification of the application or the retraction of any awarded scholarship.
- Age Requirement: There are no age limitations for applicants.
- Institutional Connection: Candidates must be associated with a recognized Irish higher education institution or a research-performing organization.
- Application Language: Submissions must be made in either Irish or English.
- Previous Applications: Applicants should not have submitted more than two unsuccessful applications for the same program, including those related to strategic partner themes, regardless of any changes in the host institution or research focus.
Application Process for the Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship:
Prospective applicants are encouraged to carefully examine the call documentation to assess their eligibility. Reference samples of both the applicant and supervisor forms are provided for guidance only. All submissions must be completed and sent through the online platform.
Key Dates to Remember:
- Call Opens: 29 August
- FAQ Deadline: 03 October 2024, 16:00 (Irish Time)
- Applicant Deadline: 10 October 2024, 16:00 (Irish Time)
- Supervisor/Mentor Deadline: 17 October 2024, 16:00 (Irish Time)
- Research Office Endorsement Deadline: 24 October 2024, 16:00 (Irish Time)
- Call Outcome: End of April 2025
- Award Start Date: 1 September 2025
Please note that these dates are tentative and may change. For any additional information or clarification after reviewing the call documentation, please reach out to the research office at your intended institution. They are available to assist you and can escalate any unresolved questions to postgrad @research.ie.
How to Apply
- To apply, visit the page to Submit your application
- if you are interested and qualified. For additional information, check out the official link
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