DAERA Ireland Postgraduate Fully-funded Studentship 2025

Are you an international student looking to pursue a research degree in agriculture, environment, or rural affairs in UK or Ireland in 2025?

The Department of Agriculture, Environment, and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in Northern Ireland offers exciting opportunities for postgraduate studentships in 2025. These fully-funded Irish scholarship awards cover tuition fees and provide a generous maintenance allowance.

What does a DAERA Studentship offer?

• Full funding: Covers tuition fees and a maintenance allowance.
• Research opportunities: Work on cutting-edge research projects in agriculture, environment, and rural affairs.
• Networking: Connect with leading researchers and industry professionals.
• Career development: Gain valuable experience and skills for future careers.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for a DAERA studentship, you must:

• Be an international student.
• Have a strong academic background in a relevant field.
• Be accepted into a PhD program at a UK or Irish university.
• Meet the specific eligibility criteria outlined in the DAERA terms and conditions.

How to Apply?

1. Identify a research topic: Choose a research topic that aligns with DAERA’s research needs for 2025.
2. Find a supervisor: Identify a potential supervisor at a UK or Irish university.
3. Prepare your research proposal: Write a compelling research proposal outlining your research objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.
4. Secure a place at a university: Obtain an offer of admission from your chosen university.
5. Submit your application: Submit your application here (https://consultations2.nidirect.gov.uk/daera/postgraduate-studentship-application-2025/), including your research proposal, academic transcripts, and a reference letter.
6. Announcement: https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/daera-postgraduate-studentships.

Key Dates

• Application deadline: Tuesday, 25 February 2025.
• Interviews: April 2025.
• Offer notifications: April/May 2025.
• Studentship start date: October 2025.