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A deep dive into the Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship (deadline this month), plus a curated list of other European scholarships still accepting applications.
🟢 Quick Facts — Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme
Europe scholarship windows are narrowing — but not all are closed. If you’ve been eyeing Irish or EU programs, this week’s spotlight is critical: Ireland’s Postgraduate Scholarship call closes on the 25th of October, 2025.
Beyond that, there are still open calls in various European regions. Use this roundup to find hidden opportunities — then act fast.
🔍 Spotlight: Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme
Why this matters
This is one of Ireland’s flagship research funding programs, offering generous support for doctoral and master’s researchers. Its appeal: a flexible, bottom-up research approach (i.e. not constrained to preset topics) combined with a strong stipend + fee coverage.
What makes it competitive
It’s peer-reviewed by independent international experts
All disciplines are eligible, encouraging fresh ideas & multidisciplinary proposals
Supervisors must endorse applications — check availability early
Strategic moves if you intend to apply
Lock in your supervisor early — many miss the window because a supervisor declines endorsement.
Link your proposal to national or strategic themes (like climate, health, innovation) — these tend to score higher.
Don’t wait until 22 October — submit early to allow for last-minute tweaks.
🌍 Other European Scholarships Still Worth Checking
Here are some additional funding opportunities across Europe; check the links now - some calls are open, others have upcoming deadlines. Always verify your country’s specific deadline and requirements.
Tip
Apply before the deadline, not on the deadline. Even in ‘late’ calls, early submissions give your application breathing space to be seen.
📈 What You Should Do Right Now
If you’re applying for Ireland’s program — finalize your draft, lock your supervisor, and get endorsements ready.
Bookmark and subscribe to departmental pages across Europe (e.g., Erasmus consortia, national scholarship offices).
Gather documents (transcripts, research proposal, CV) in advance so you can pounce when calls open or extended rounds appear.
Use this week to internalize the draft of three proposals; polish one for immediate submission, and one for backup.
Are you applying to the Irish Postgraduate Scholarship this round? What’s your proposed topic or research challenge? Drop it in the comments - let’s build ideas together.
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