Dublin City University PhD Scholarship 2026

The Dublin City University PhD Scholarship is a doctoral funding opportunity offered by Dublin City University in Ireland. Based on the referenced posting, the scholarship supports PhD study at DCU and is available for excellent research candidates in the School of Theology, Philosophy, and Music.

The scholarship is designed for applicants with strong academic records and a compelling research proposal. In the referenced opportunity, it covered full tuition fees for up to four years together with an annual stipend of €25,000, renewable subject to satisfactory annual progression. This makes it a strong option for students seeking funded doctoral research in humanities-related disciplines.

Applicants are typically expected to hold an undergraduate degree with first-class honours or at least a 2.1 in a relevant field. A relevant master's degree may be desirable, though it is not always required, and candidates who are still completing a master's may also be considered. The application generally requires academic transcripts and certificates, a CV, academic referees, a cover letter, and a substantial research proposal.

The programme is hosted in Ireland at Dublin City University. As this scholarship name may also be used for subject-specific DCU PhD calls, exact themes, deadlines, and the number of awards can vary by department and year. Applicants should review the current call carefully and submit their doctoral application through the university's postgraduate research application process.

• Host institution: Dublin City University
• Study level: PhD
• Typical support: full fees plus stipend
• Location: Ireland