University of Galway
University of Galway Hardiman PhD Research Scholarships
The University of Galway Hardiman PhD Research Scholarships is a partially-funded scholarship from University of Galway for PhD pursuing any field in Ireland. Deadline: Annual call for PhDs starting 1 September; the 2026 deadline was 6 February 2026 at 17:00 Irish time.
- Funding
- Partial Funding
- Degree levels
- PhD
- Where
- Ireland
- Funded by
- university
Key Facts at a Glance
- Amount
- €25,000 per year stipend plus tuition fees, for four years (excludes student levy, consumables, and travel)
- Deadline
- Annual call for PhDs starting 1 September; the 2026 deadline was 6 February 2026 at 17:00 Irish time
- Host countries
- Ireland
- Fields
- Any field
Eligibility Criteria
Open to domestic and international applicants Academic Requirements Nationality Requirements The scholarships are open to both domestic and international research students. There is no nationality restriction, which is why the award is a strong option for applicants worldwide. Language Requirements
Scholarship Benefits
- A stipend of €25,000 per year toward your living costs
- Tuition fees for the PhD, covered by the scholarship
- Funding across four years of full-time structured PhD study
- The award does not cover the student levy, research consumables, or travel costs. Budget for those separately or discuss them with your supervisor and school.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Annual call for PhDs starting 1 September; the 2026 deadline was 6 February 2026 at 17:00 Irish time
Verify eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship page before applying.