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Which programme levels can I get the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship for?

30 Sept 2026 · Answered by Yasika Choudhary · 1 min read
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The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship covers full-time postgraduate study at NFQ Level 9 or Level 10. You can apply with an eligible master's, postgraduate diploma, research master's or PhD programme at an eligible Irish higher education institution, for eligible international students.

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The scholarship is for full-time postgraduate study at NFQ Level 9 or Level 10. That covers master's, postgraduate diploma, research master's and PhD programmes.

Eligible programmes

Programme typeCovered
Master'sYes, if eligible and full-time
Postgraduate diplomaYes, if eligible and full-time
Research master'sYes, if eligible and full-time
PhDYes, if eligible and full-time

Other eligibility conditions

  • Your domicile of origin must be outside the EU, EEA, Switzerland and UK.
  • Study must be full-time and in person at an eligible Irish higher education institution.
  • The programme must meet the scholarship's duration requirements.
  • You need a conditional or final offer of admission before applying.
  • Russian and Belarusian nationals are not eligible.

My Advice

Confirm that your chosen course is on the eligible list before you shortlist it. Then prepare two references and a clear account of your achievements beyond marks, since these are also assessed.

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