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Business Postgraduate EU Scholarships

€4,000 Scholarships for EU applicants to our taught master's programmes.

Apply for your preferred programme by 15 December for early scholarship consideration.                                                 

EU Scholarships Key Facts

No separate application

There's no scholarship form to fill in. When you submit a complete application for an eligible master's programme, you're automatically considered.

The scholarship recognises strong academic achievement. Awards are competitive.

Two dates to know

Round

Submit a complete application by

Scholarship decisions

Early round

15 December 2026

by mid January 2027

Main round

30 April 2027

on a rolling basis from May 2027

Apply early. Part of the funding is awarded in the early round. If you're not selected in December, you're reconsidered in the main round automatically.

Considered once you hold an offer

You don't need to accept your place or pay a deposit to be considered. Your scholarship decision is sent separately from your offer letter, by email.

If you're awarded a scholarship, your award letter will show the scholarship value, your revised tuition fee balance, the date to accept your place and pay your deposit, and any conditions. The scholarship is applied as a fee waiver. No cash payment will be made.

Who can apply

You'll be considered if you:

  • apply for an eligible full-time taught master's programme for September 2027 entry
  • are assessed as an EU applicant for fee purposes
  • have a strong academic record in your primary degree (H1 minimum)
  • submit a complete application by 15 December 2026 or 30 April 2027

How it works

  1. Apply for your chosen master's programme, with all supporting documents.
  2. Get your offer. You're then considered automatically, with no need to accept first.
  3. Receive your scholarship letter if you're selected.
  4. Accept and pay your deposit by the date in your award letter.
  5. Register in September. The €4,000 is deducted from your tuition fee.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to apply separately? No. Every complete application to an eligible programme is considered.

Do I have to accept my offer first? No. You're considered once you hold an offer.

What if I miss 15 December? Apply by 30 April for the main round.

How is it paid? As a reduction in your tuition fee when you register. It isn't paid in cash.  

Eligible programmes 

Further Questions? Contact businesspostgrad@universityofgalway.ie

 

 

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