Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship
The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme is an established national initiative funded by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and managed by the Council.
These scholarships are awards that will support suitably qualified research masters and doctoral candidates pursuing, or intending to pursue, full-time research in any discipline.
The duration of a scholarship ranges from one-to-four years, depending on the type of degree being pursued.
Further information on RCSI's key research areas can be found here.
What the IRC offers
The value of the scholarship will be up to a maximum of €28,000 per annum, consisting of the following:
- A stipend of €19,000 per annum
- Contribution to fees (including non-EU fees, up to a maximum of €5,750 per annum)
- Eligible direct research expenses of €3,250 per annum
Who can apply?
You can apply if, at the call deadline, you are in possession of:
- a first-class or upper second-class honours degree, or equivalent
or - a masters degree, if you do not have a first-class or upper second-class honours degree
How to apply
RCSI is currently accepting applications. If you are interested in applying for an IRC Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship with us, the RCSI Office of Research and Innovation can support you through all stages of the application process. For example, we can help you to identify a suitable supervisor for your scholarship and support you in the application process.
The closing date for applications is 12 October 2023.
For more information, please contact sloconnor@rcsi.ie.
More information – including eligibility, guidelines and deadlines – is available on the IRC website.