Limerick University PhD Scholarship 2025 is now open for applications, offering a prestigious opportunity for international students to pursue advanced research in the field of Securing Digital Threads. This fully funded scholarship is available for the 2025–2026 academic year at the University of Limerick, one of Ireland’s leading research institutions. Candidates with a strong academic background, holding a First Class or Second Class Grade 1 Honours (Level 8) degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering, are encouraged to apply.
This competitive PhD program welcomes applicants from around the world who are passionate about digital security, innovation, and research excellence. The Limerick University PhD Scholarship aims to support emerging scholars by covering tuition fees and providing a generous stipend. If you are looking to advance your academic career in a cutting-edge research environment, this is your chance to join a dynamic international community at the forefront of technological development.
Benefits
- Annual Stipend: €25,000 for four years
- EU Tuition Fees: Fully covered
- International Students: May be subject to additional non-EU fees
- Research Opportunity: Work on innovative cybersecurity solutions for digital thread implementation in offshore renewable energy systems
- Academic Supervision: Under the guidance of Professor Donna O’Shea
Eligibility for Limerick University PhD Scholarship 2025
- Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all nationalities.
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in a PhD program related to Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
- Hold a BSc or BEng (First Class or Second Class Grade 1 Honours, Level 8) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering.
- Provide a CV, motivation letter, three academic references, full academic and certified transcripts, and proof of English language proficiency.
- Be able to demonstrate strong academic and research potential in areas relevant to cybersecurity, digital engineering, or data systems.
- Submit the complete application package with the subject line “Securing Digital Threads” by 31st July 2025.
How to Apply
To apply, email Professor Donna O’Shea at [email protected] with the subject header: Securing Digital Threads, and include the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Three references
- Full academic and certified transcripts (undergraduate and postgraduate)
- English language certification
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Discover UL’s 2025 fully funded PhD scholarships across faculties and research centres. Stipends range €16 000–€25 000 plus fee waivers. Deadlines vary by faculty, key ones include 10 April, 26 June and July. Centre‑specific positions follow informal contact then formal application.
What types of PhD scholarships are available at Limerick University in 2025?
There are faculty-specific and centre-specific fully funded PhD scholarships at UL in 2025. They’re open across faculties like Education & Health Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Science & Engineering, business disciplines and cross-disciplinary research centres.
How much funding is provided for EHS PhD scholarships?
The Faculty of Education & Health Sciences is offering five fully funded PhD scholarships, each with a €25 000 annual stipend and full tuition coverage for up to 4 years, starting with applications due in June 2025.
What scholarship amounts are offered for CIRcUL PhD positions?
The Centre for Implementation Research offers two full-time PhD posts including €22 000 per annum stipend plus coverage of annual fees (€5 750) for three years, with opportunities for extension via additional funding.
When is the deadline for the EHS PhD scholarship calls?
The EHS PhD competition for 2025 closes on Thursday, 26 June 2025 at 5pm. By then applicants must submit their materials to the faculty office.
Which faculties participate in internal fee‑waiver PhD schemes?
The Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences faculty runs internal fee‑waiver and scholarship schemes, offering waivers and scholarships spanning one to three years with annual values of €5 600–€25 000 depending on the award.
What funding is available for AHSS prospective students?
AHSS offers one Dean’s scholarship worth €25 000 plus fees, three three‑year fee waivers, and several one‑year waivers of €5 600; applicants don’t need admission first but should contact supervisors before applying by 10 April 2025.
Are structured PhD programmes included in scholarship eligibility?
Yes, fully funded structured PhD programmes across disciplines like nursing, engineering, psychology and arts practice are eligible under UL’s postgraduate scholarship schemes in 2025/26.
Do scholarship opportunities include research centre posts?
Absolutely, UL research centres such as CIRcUL offer dedicated fully funded PhD scholarships linked to centre research, with stipends, fees and specialised mentorship provided.
How do I apply for these UL PhD scholarships?
Application varies: faculty-specific calls require sending CV, proposal and referees by specific deadlines (e.g., 26 June for EHS), while centre posts involve informal enquiries followed by CVs and statements by published cut‑off dates.
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