International students can study in Ireland with the University of Galway’s College of Science and Engineering Global Scholarships grants for the 2026–2027 intake. This offers a variety of excellence and merit-based grants for both undergraduate and graduate programmes.
When is the Application Deadline:
There is no separate scholarship deadline. Applicants are automatically considered once they apply for and receive an offer for an eligible programme for the 2026/2027 intake.
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Tell Me About The Award:
The College of Science and Engineering Global Scholarships are merit-based tuition fee reduction scholarships offered by the University of Galway to outstanding international students enrolling in undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes. The scheme includes automatic merit scholarships and highly competitive Excellence Scholarships aimed at making study in Ireland more accessible for high-achieving students.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
- Science
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Environmental & Marine Sciences
- Biotechnology & Biomedical Sciences
- Data Science, AI & Cybersecurity
Type:
International Tuition Fee Scholarship (Merit-based & Excellence-based)
Who can Apply?
- International (non-EU) students
- Applicants who hold or are in the process of receiving an offer to study at the University of Galway
- Undergraduate and postgraduate taught applicants to eligible programmes within the College of Science and Engineering
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on academic merit. Most merit scholarships are awarded automatically to successful applicants, while Excellence Scholarships are competitively awarded to top-performing candidates. IDEA Scholarships require formal referral through IDEA (Philadelphia).
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- All countries (international applicants)
- IDEA Scholarships are specifically for eligible applicants from the United States
Where will the Award be Taken?
University of Galway, Ireland
How Many Awards?
Multiple awards are available across programmes, including:
- Guaranteed merit scholarships for successful applicants
- Several Excellence Scholarships (€10,000) per programme
- Limited region-based IDEA Scholarships for U.S. applicants
What is the Benefit of the Award?
Depending on programme and level of study:
- €2,000 – €5,000 merit scholarships per year
- €10,000 Excellence Scholarships per year or per programme
- 15% tuition fee reduction per year (IDEA Scholarship – USA only)
How Long Will the Award Last?
- Typically renewable annually for the normal duration of the programme, subject to academic progression
- Some Excellence Scholarships apply per programme or per academic year, depending on the award
How to Apply:
Apply for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate taught programme at the University of Galway. Eligible international applicants are automatically considered for Global Scholarships once an offer is made. No separate scholarship application is required for most awards.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
https://www.universityofgalway.ie/global-galway/globalscholarships/collegeofscienceandengineeringglobalscholarships/
