The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme is funded and managed by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science. This initiative is a one-of-a-kind opportunity in the Irish research landscape. The program offers individual awards for outstanding research and encourages pioneering proposals that address innovative approaches.
Program Features
- Prestigious Awards: Scholarships are awarded in the name of the applicant, recognizing excellence in research.
- Objective Selection: A rigorous selection process employs international, independent expert peer review.
- Interdisciplinary Focus: The program funds research across all disciplines, from archaeology to zoology, and encourages interdisciplinary proposals.
- Innovation Emphasis: It supports bottom-up, non-directed research, fostering creativity and innovation.
Strategic Funding Partners for the Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship
Several government departments and agencies collaborate with the Irish Research Council to support this program, aligning with national objectives. The strategic funding partners for 2024 include the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Department of Foreign Affairs, and Met Éireann.
Scholarship Benefits
- The scholarship’s value can reach up to €28,000 per annum.
- Components include a stipend of €19,000 per annum, contribution to fees (including non-EU fees) up to €5,750 per annum, and eligible direct research expenses of €3,250 per annum.
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Application Process
Potential applicants must carefully review the call documentation to determine eligibility. Online submission is mandatory for all forms. Indicative versions of applicant and supervisor forms are available for reference.
Key Dates
- Call opens: August 31, 2023
- Applicant deadline: Closed on October 12, 2023, 16:00 (Irish time)
- Supervisor/Mentor deadline: October 19, 2023, 16:00 (Irish time)
- Research office endorsement deadline: October 26, 2023, 16:00 (Irish time)
- Call outcome: April 2024
- Award start date: September 1, 2024.
Note: Timings provided are indicative and may be subject to change. For further inquiries, applicants are encouraged to contact the research office in their proposed institution or email [email protected] if needed.
