The aim of the UCD Iseult Honohan Doctoral Scholarship is to attract applicants of the highest academic caliber to pursue a PhD in the UCD School of Politics and International Relations and to provide them with the training, experience, and mentorship necessary to their professional development.
We welcome applications from all areas of the discipline, including political science, political theory, international relations, European governance, computational social science, development, and international political economy. Find out more below:
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When is the Application Deadline:
Friday, 31st January 2025, at 5 pm GMT
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Tell Me About The Award:
The UCD Iseult Honohan Doctoral Scholarship 2025 aims to attract academically outstanding applicants to pursue a PhD in the UCD School of Politics and International Relations (SPIRe). It provides training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
- Political Science
- Political Theory
- International Relations
- European Governance
- Computational Social Science
- Development and International Political Economy
Type:
Doctoral Scholarship
Who can Apply for the UCD Iseult Honohan Doctoral Scholarship?
- Applications are open to full-time students with a September 2025 start date and with a SPIRe supervisor, in the following programmes:
- PhD Politics and International Relations
- PhD Quantitative and Computational Social Science (only with a SPIRe supervisor)
- Continuing students, students with a non-September start, students with a supervisor outside of SPIRe or students transferring only part of their PhD studies to UCD are not eligible to apply
- Applicants must have a minimum grade of 2.1 (GPA: 3.6) in a relevant Master’s degree.
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on the quality and completeness of the application, meeting the eligibility requirements, and possibly a Skype interview.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Open to applicants from all countries (EU and non-EU).
Where will the Award be Taken?
University College Dublin (UCD), Ireland
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Living stipend of €25,000 per year for up to four years
How Long Will the Award Last?
Up to four years
How to Apply for the UCD Iseult Honohan Doctoral Scholarship:
- Submit a complete PhD program application via the relevant program’s procedure by 5 pm GMT, Friday, 31st January 2025.
- Ensure all required documentation, including original academic transcripts, is emailed to [email protected].
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
For the PhD Politics and International Relations application procedure, click here
For the PhD Quantitative and Computational and Social Science application procedure, click here
