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Is my current work experience sufficient to qualify for scholarships in Ireland/France for a Master's?

22 Jul 2026 · Answered by Bhuvaneswari Gobinathan · 1 min read
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It depends. Your 14 months of work experience can strengthen your scholarship applications for master's programs in Ireland, Sweden, Italy, Belgium, and France, but eligibility varies by country and scholarship.

- Ireland: Work experience is not mandatory but adds value to your application.
- Sweden: Some scholarships require at least 3,000 hours (about 1.5 years) of work experience, so your eligibility may depend on the exact hours and country-specific rules.
- Italy, Belgium, France: Most major scholarships focus on academic merit; work experience is helpful but not a core requirement.

Scholarship criteria are subject to change.

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