Location: Ireland
Program: Postgraduate Master’s Programmes
Eligibility: EU students
Duration: A one-time award
Deadline: September 30, 2026
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University of Galway’s Postgraduate Excellence Scholarship offers EU students a scholarship valued at €1,500, available to those accepted onto a full-time taught Master’s programme at the University, holding a first class honours (or equivalent) Level 8 primary degree. Scholarships are awarded to all students who meet the eligibility criteria, via a separate online scholarship application submitted in addition to the application for a place on the programme, with the award typically taking the form of a fee reduction. The scheme is open only to EU students; non-EU students are encouraged to check the University’s international postgraduate scholarship opportunities instead. The application portal for 2026 is now open, with applications closing on September 30, 2026.
University of Galway, founded in 1845, has been inspiring students in the west of Ireland for over 175 years and is recognised internationally as a research-led university with a strong commitment to teaching quality. It comprises four colleges Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies; Business, Public Policy and Law; Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences; and Science and Engineering and is home to a global alumni community of around 128,000 graduates.
Benefits of the Scholarship
This programme will provide the following to its recipients:
- A scholarship valued at €1,500 per student
- Fund to assist with tuition and study related-expenses
- Other benefits
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this programme, applicants must meet the following:
- Must be an EU student (non-EU students should refer to the scholarship schemes operated by University of Galway’s International Office instead)
- Must have submitted a valid online scholarship application by the deadline
- Must have been accepted to, and be registering in Year 1 of, a full-time taught Master’s programme at University of Galway for the relevant academic year (repeat students are not eligible to apply)
- Must have attained a first class honours (or equivalent) in a Level 8 primary degree
- Must submit evidence of eligibility (i.e., a final transcript of their primary degree) via their Postgraduate Application portal
- Must register as a student of the University on the relevant programme by the due registration date, attend on a full-time basis, and meet attendance and other programme requirements throughout the session, or risk forfeiting and being required to repay the scholarship
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements.
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Selection Criteria
The Scholarship is administered by the Admissions Office at University of Galway, and is awarded to all students who meet the eligibility criteria set out above, rather than through competitive ranking. The Admissions Office reviews applications and verifies submitted documentary evidence during the summer months; once notified of their eligibility, applicants must then complete the University’s registration requirements by the due date in order to receive the award.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application
