The Ireland Fellows Programme 2027-28 offers an outstanding opportunity for early to mid-career professionals from eligible countries to pursue a fully funded Master’s degree in Ireland. Funded by Irish Aid under Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs, this prestigious fellowship aims to develop future leaders who can contribute to sustainable development and strengthen partnerships between Ireland and participating countries.
The programme enables scholars to study at leading Irish higher education institutions in a wide range of development-related disciplines, including engineering, business, education, health, agriculture, climate change, law, and human rights. Alongside academic studies, fellows participate in leadership training, professional development, and networking activities that prepare them for leadership roles in their home countries.
The Ireland Fellows Programme covers all major study-related expenses, including tuition fees, accommodation, living costs, airfare, and health insurance. This comprehensive support allows participants to fully focus on their studies while gaining valuable international experience in one of Europe’s top education destinations. You can also apply for the EPFL Excellence Fellowships 2027 in Switzerland (Fully Funded)
Ireland Fellows Programme 2027-28 Details
- Host Country: Ireland
- Funded By: Irish Aid, Department of Foreign Affairs
- Study Level: Master’s Degree
- Program Duration: 10–16 Months
- Eligibility: Applicants from Eligible Countries
Benefits of the Ireland Fellows Programme 2027-28
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly living allowance of €700
- Accommodation support during the academic year
- Third-trimester accommodation allowance (€800–€1,000)
- Settling-in allowance
- Completion and departure allowance
- Round-trip airfare
- Health insurance
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Available Study Fields
- Human Rights and International Law
- Engineering and Technology
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Health and Medicine
- Business and Management
- Agriculture and Food Systems
- Climate Change
- Environmental Studies
- Education
- Public Policy
- Gender Equality and Social Inclusion
- Sustainable Development
- Economics
- Governance
Fellowship Streams
The programme includes several country-specific fellowship streams, including:
- Roger Casement Fellowship (Nigeria)
- Kader Asmal Fellowship (South Africa)
- Courtney Fellowship (Burundi)
- Frank Ferguson Fellowship (Zambia)
- Sean MacBride Fellowship (Namibia)
- Ireland SIDS Fellowship (Small Island Developing States)
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a citizen and resident of an eligible country.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 (or equivalent).
- Have at least 2–3 years of relevant professional work experience.
- Not already hold a Master’s degree.
- Demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to community development.
- Show commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Meet the English language requirements (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent).
- Be available to begin studies according to the programme schedule.
Required Documents
- Completed online application form
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- English language proficiency certificate
- Two letters of recommendation
- Statement of Purpose (Motivation Letter)
- Valid passport copy
- Recent passport-sized photograph
Application Deadline
The application deadline to apply for the Ireland Fellows Program is 26 July 2026.
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How to Apply?
Follow these steps to apply:
- Check your eligibility for the programme.
- Review the fellowship stream available for your country.
- Prepare all required documents.
- Complete the online Stage 1 application form.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
