Ireland Government Scholarships 2027 (Fully Funded)
About the Scholarship:
The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship is a prestigious, fully funded program open to outstanding students from around the world who wish to pursue a Master’s by Research or PhD in Ireland. The scholarship is managed by Research Ireland and funded by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. It supports high-quality, independent research across all academic disciplines.
Degree Levels
Master’s by Research (2 years)
Doctoral (PhD) Programs (4 years)
Available Subjects
All disciplines, including:
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (AHSS)
Benefits
The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship provides funding of up to €34,000 per year, including:
Annual stipend of €25,000
Tuition fee contribution (including non-EU fees) up to €5,750
Research expenses allowance of €3,250
Full financial support for the duration of the program
Eligible Nationalities
Open to applicants of all nationalities
Available for both EU and non-EU students
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Hold a first-class or upper second-class honours bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Hold a Master’s degree if required by the program
Be affiliated with an eligible research body in Ireland
Be a new entrant to postgraduate study or have completed no more than one year
Conduct research under a primary supervisor at an eligible Irish institution
Submit the application in English or Irish
Why Apply for the Government of Ireland Scholarship?
Open to students from all nationalities
Covers both Master’s by Research and PhD programs
Available across all academic disciplines
Prestigious recognition of academic excellence and research potential
Transparent selection process with international peer review
Supports independent, bottom-up research projects
Application Procedure
Complete the eligibility quiz on the Research Ireland portal
Submit the online application before the deadline
Ensure supervisor and research office endorsements are submitted on time
Applications must be original, complete, and within the specified word limits
Important Dates
Application Opens: 11 September
Application Deadline: 23 October
Supervisor Deadline: 6 November
Research Office Endorsement Deadline: 13 November
Results Announcement: April (following year)
Scholarship Start Date: 1 September (following year)
Note: Deadlines may vary. Applicants are advised to check the official website for updates.
Final Overview
The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship 2027 is an exceptional opportunity for ambitious researchers to pursue a fully funded Master’s or PhD in Ireland. Open to all nationalities and academic fields, the program provides financial support, expert supervision, and international recognition to help scholars become future research leaders.
Application Link: Ireland Government Scholarships