Ireland scholarships for African students
Apply to fully funded Ireland scholarships open to African students. Government of Ireland International Education awards, Irish Research Council fellowships, and university scholarships at Trinity, UCD, UCC and Maynooth.
Ireland is one of the fastest-growing study-abroad destinations in Europe and is the only English-speaking country in the post-Brexit EU. The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship, the Irish Research Council Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship, the Walsh Fellowships at Teagasc, and university merit awards at Trinity, UCD, UCC, NUI Galway and Maynooth all fund African students. Graduates of Masters and PhD programmes qualify for a 24-month Stamp 1G post-study work permit.
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UCD Global Excellence Scholarships
UCD Global Excellence Scholarships: Partial/full tuition scholarships; no living stipend stated. Deadline: Opening date/deadline not yet published.
Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships
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Rockport African Friendship Scholarship (RAFS)
RAFS funds South African and Zimbabwean students to attend Rockport School in Northern Ireland, a member of the Round Square network. Aligned with Round Square's ethos of internationalism, the scholarship enables academically strong young A
GREAT Scholarships
GREAT Scholarships offer students from 18 countries the opportunity to have £10,000 towards their tuition fees for a wide range of one-year taught postgraduate courses. In the 2026-27 academic year, over 140 scholarships are offered by over 60 universities across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there fully funded scholarships in Ireland for African students?
Yes — the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships (Higher Education Authority), the Irish Research Council Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship, university merit awards at Trinity, UCD, UCC and Maynooth, and the Walsh Fellowships at Teagasc all fund African students.
Do I need IELTS to study in Ireland?
Most Irish universities accept Medium-of-Instruction letters from Anglophone African universities. IELTS or TOEFL is usually required for non-Anglophone applicants and for the most competitive scholarships, with a typical minimum IELTS of 6.5 overall.
How much does an Irish Masters cost?
International tuition for taught Masters at the seven Irish universities is typically EUR 18,000–28,000 for one year. Most fully funded scholarships cover tuition in full plus a EUR 10,000 stipend.
Can African graduates stay in Ireland after studying?
Yes — the Third Level Graduate Programme allows international graduates to stay for up to 24 months (Masters and PhD) on a Stamp 1G to look for skilled work, after which they can transition to a Critical Skills Employment Permit.
When do Irish scholarship deadlines fall?
The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship closes in March each year. University merit awards fall between January and April for the September intake. Begin applications 8–10 months before your start date.
Is Ireland affordable for African students?
Dublin is among Europe's more expensive student cities (EUR 1,400–1,800/month). Galway, Cork, Limerick and Maynooth are 20–30% cheaper. Most scholarships include a stipend that covers basic living costs.
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