Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships 2024

The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) programme is an excellent opportunity for high-achieving students who wish to pursue their master’s or PhD degree in Ireland. This initiative, which is funded by the Government of Ireland in collaboration with Irish higher education institutions and the Higher Education Authority, offers 60 scholarships each year for a full year of study at the postgraduate level. The programme is open to applicants from any field of study.

One of the most attractive features of the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship is the financial support it offers. Successful applicants will receive a stipend of €10,000 for one year of full-time study at the master’s or PhD level. Additionally, the awardees’ host higher education institutions will provide a full fee waiver for the year of their scholarship. It is important to note that the programme is only available for studies commencing in September or October 2024.

To be eligible for the programme, applicants must have a domiciliary of origin outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland/ United Kingdom. They must also have a conditional or final offer of admission to a relevant master’s or PhD programme offered by an eligible higher education institution in Ireland. It is recommended that candidates submit their applications well before the deadline, which is March 13, 2024, to avoid technical issues due to heavy server traffic. Applicants must also demonstrate a record of outstanding academic achievement, excellent communication skills, evidence of participation in extracurricular activities, and a strong rationale for pursuing their studies in Ireland.

If you are interested in applying for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship, you should read the call documentation carefully to ascertain whether you are eligible to apply. An indicative version of the application form is provided for information purposes only. Applications must be submitted via the online portal. All applications require two references to be uploaded via the online portal. Once the deadline has passed, no alterations can be made to an application. For more information, visit the HEA website.