PHD AND POSTDOC OPPORTUNITIES IN IRELAND - DR HARRIET SEXTON MOREL - EURAXESS
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PhD and Postdoc
Opportunities in Ireland
Dr Harriet Sexton Morel
Céad míle fáilte
Tír an Léinn & na nOllún
https://youtu.be/kVeUPnF4ZWM
Why choose Ireland
Why choose Ireland
Why choose Ireland
Advantages of studying in Ireland
National University of Ireland, Maynooth
1. Relevant courses
2. Excellent career prospects
3. Modern facilities
4. Inspirational research
5. Global recognition
6. Generous scholarships University College Cork
7. Industry partnerships
8. Innovative teaching
www.nuigalway.ie/whynuigalway/
https://youtu.be/3QL0pSFilK0
Where Can I Study In Ireland?
Universities
NUI Colleges
Institutes of Technology
Private Higher Education Universities
Where Can I Study In Ireland? Study in Dublin: u University College Dublin (UCD u Dublin City University (DCU) u Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) u Trinity College Dublin (TCD) u Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) u National University of Ireland, Maynooth Study in Cork: University College Cork Study in Galway: University of Ireland, Galway Study in Limerick: The University of Limerick (UL) https://www.findaphd.com/study-abroad/europe/phd-study-in-ireland.aspx
PhD Opportunities PhD enrolments in 2018/2019 https://hea.ie/statistics/data-for-download-and-visualisations
Types of PhD Standard PhD - an in-depth research structure on a topic and an original contribution to knowledge leading to a thesis examined by a viva voce exam Structural PhD - These structured PhDs retain much of the traditional PhD format, but can also offer you several support activities including a formal induction, progress monitoring by advisory and supervisory panels, ongoing professional development needs evaluation, access to development opportunities and professional placements. On a structured PhD programme, the student will usually engage with research enterprise partners. This facilitates input from non-academic stakeholders upon the content of your doctoral programme. The enterprise partner may also provide a non-academic supervisor, an industry placement, and be an employment destination after completion of your PhD.
PhD length A standard full-time PhD in Ireland is usually completed in 3-4 years. For more structured programmes this is normally 4 years. The academic year starts in early September and ends when the new one begins, typically in August. Semesters run from September to December and January to April, with holidays over the Christmas and Easter periods. https://hea.ie/assets/uploads/2017/04/national_framework_for_doctoral_education_0.pdf www.iua.ie/publication/view/iua-graduate-skillsstatement-brochure-2015/
How to Apply - Postgraduate
Ø For all non-EU applicants applying for a postgraduate course at one of the Irish Higher Education
Institutitions, please apply through the Postgraduate Application Centre (PAC) website. For the courses
and colleges that are not listed on the Postgraduate Application Centre (PAC) website, applicants
should contact the Admissions Office or International Office of the relevant university for information
on the application process, as each university has their own application procedures and closing dates.
Please note:
Ø A student’s registered status (EU/non-EU) cannot be changed during a programme
for which they have registered.
Ø Full-time education in the EU does not by itself give them the status of residence.
https://www.findaphd.com/study-abroad/europe/phd-study-in-ireland.aspxIrish PhD fees Ø Fees for PhD study in Ireland are set by individual higher education institutions. Fees can vary depending on: Ø Your university of study Ø Your mode of study (part-time vs. full-time) Ø Your subject area (costs can be slightly higher for Science, Engineering and Technology PhDs compared to Arts and Humanities, and significantly higher for subjects like Business or Medicine) Admission requirements Ø In most cases, a Masters degree in the relevant area of research or providing relevant research skills is required to be accepted on a PhD programme. Prospective PhD students who have different qualifications or experience are considered on a case-by-case basis. Ø Many equivalent foreign qualifications are recognised in Ireland and are admissible for PhD applications. Further information can be found from the individual university’s website or using Quality and Qualifications Ireland https://www.findaphd.com/study-abroad/europe/phd-study-in-ireland.aspx
Irish PhD funding Irish Research Council offers several awards, scholarships and funding programmes: -Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme -Employment-based Postgraduate Programme supports an employed researcher at an enterprise partner -Enterprise Partnership Scheme co-funds researchers to bring their ideas into enterprise Irish universities Often have a wide range of postgraduate funding and support opportunities for international students - Information available on the prospective university’s website. Institutes of Technology The Ireland Homecoming Study Programme offered by the Technological Higher Education Association supports descendants of Irish nationals to pursue higher education. Arts Council Ireland provides a broad range of funding opportunities Walsh Fellowships provides funding for students in the Agriculture and Food Development research area
Science Foundation Ireland Science Foundation Ireland provides grants for researchers from around the world who wish to relocate to Ireland and those already based in Ireland, for outstanding investigators, for conferences and symposia, and for collaboration with industry. https://www.sfi.ie/funding/funding-calls/
Inspirational research: Examples
Funding Available
Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme
Offered:
•a stipend of €16,000 per annum
•a contribution to fees, including non-EU fees, up to a maximum of €5,750 per annum
•eligible direct research expenses of €2,250 per annum
Deadline Date
How to apply
Call open 3 September 2020
Potential applicants should read the 2021
Government of Ireland Terms and FAQ deadline 22 October 2020
Conditions carefully and follow the
instructions. Applicant deadline 16:00 (Irish time) 29 October 2020
Supervisor and referee deadline 16:00 (Irish time) 5 November 2020
Key dates Research office endorsement deadline 16:00 (Irish time) 12 November 2020
Please note that the timings provided here
are indicative and may be subject to Call outcome End of March 2021
change. Scholarship start date 1 September 2021Postdoc Opportunities Government of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme Government of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme This programme aims to support suitably qualified applicants in any discipline to pursue a postdoctoral fellowship at an eligible higher education institution in Ireland. Fellows will hold a Government of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship. These fellowships can be held for either one or two years. Eligibility An applicant must have either graduated or have been certified as having fulfilled all the requirements for the award of a doctoral degree, within the five-year period between 31 May 2016 and 31 May 2021. What can be offered a salary of €31,275 per annum employer’s PRSI contribution of €3,455 per annum (11.05% of salary) employer’s pension contribution, where applicable, of €6,255 per annum (20% of salary) eligible direct research expenses of €5,000 per annum
Social Enterprise Impact Fellowship (funded by Department of Rural and Community
Development DRCD)
The DRCD Impact Fellowship in Social Enterprise is to support pioneering research on Social
Enterprise in Ireland.
Research is encouraged in particular towards Deadline Date
developing a rigorous impact-measurement
Call Open 24 September 2020
methodology for the spectrum of social
enterprise in Ireland and international best FAQ deadline 16:00 (Irish time) 12 November 2020
practice.
Applicant deadline 16:00 (Irish time) 19 November 2020
Applicants who choose to apply for this Mentor and referee deadline 16:00 (Irish time) 26 November 2020
strategic funding partner fellowship will also
be considered for a Government of Ireland Research office endorsement deadline 16:00 (Irish time) 03 December 2020
Postdoctoral Fellowship.
Call outcome End of March 2021
Key dates Fellowship start date 1 October 2021
Please note that the timings and the
application forms provided here are
indicative and may be subject to change.https://scholarshipdb.net/Postdoctoral-scholarships-in-Ireland https://www.findapostdoc.com/?Location=IE
Immigration Process Australian passport holders do not require visas for Ireland but they need to satisfy Immigration Control as to the purpose of the visit – where and how long they wish to stay, how they will keep themselves and that they will leave at the end of their stay. If they wish to stay longer than 90 days they will be required to apply for ‘permission to remain’. See Immigration Service Delivery’s website http://www.inis.gov.ie/en/INIS/Pages/non-visa-required You must enrol in and pay for your course of study before you travel to Ireland. You must choose a course from the official Interim List of Eligible Programmes only (except for semester abroad).’ The immigration officer will place a landing stamp in their passport. After you enter the country, you must apply for permission to stay in Ireland and register with immigration before the date stamped on your passport at border control http://www.inis.gov.ie/en/INIS/Pages/Immigration%20information If requested, you must be provide the immigration officer any documents necessary to explain your visit e.g. passport, travel itinerary, invitations or letters/documents/admission that help explain their visit.
Residence registration Non-EU and EEA PhD students will need to register for an Irish Residence Permit (IRP) for the duration of their study. You must be registered within 90 days of arrival, and you should apply for immigration permission before coming to Ireland. This is done through one of two services, depending on where you will be studying your PhD in Ireland: Residents of Dublin and Greater Dublin area should register with the Immigration Service Delivery (book a registration appointment online) Residents outside of the Greater Dublin area should register with the Garda National Immigration Bureau (visit your nearest registration office in person) Health insurance Aside from EU, EEA and Swiss nationals all other international students will require private medical insurance cover. Some higher education institutions may arrange this on your behalf. Evidence of the medical insurance may be needed as part of the visa application. Employment rights for international students While you are at college in Ireland you are entitled to work up to 20 hours per week in term time, and 40 hours per week in holiday times.
Can I work in Ireland after my PhD? Non-EU / EEA / Swiss national students are eligible for the Third Level Graduate Scheme (Stamp 1G) which enables you to work in Ireland for 12 months from your PhD completion date. This can be renewed for a further 12 months if necessary. This also requires the Irish Residence Permit (IRP) to be renewed, and a letter confirming your PhD completion from the university. If you wish to remain in Ireland for longer than permitted by the Stamp 1G, you must apply for a Employment Permit from Ireland’s Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation https://gradireland.com/careers-advice/for-international-students/employment-rights-for- international-students
Special thanks Dr Andrew Flaus - Vice Dean for Internationalisation, College of Science and Engineering and Biochemistry, School of Natural Sciences - National University of Ireland Galway Dr Anne-Julie Lafaye - Research Support Officer, Irish Research Council, An Chomhairle um Thaighde in Éirinn Derrie Murray - Programme & Training Manager - Irish Council for International Students (ICOS) Elizabeth McHenry – Education In Ireland https://www.internationalstudents.ie/about-icos www.research.ie www.hia.ie www.educationinireland.com https://www.sfi.ie/ www.dcu.ie/international www.maynoothuniversity.ie/international www.nuigalway.ie www.rcsi.ie/admissions www.ucc.ie/international www.ul.ie/international/ https://www.ncad.ie/study-at-ncad www.mic.ul.ie https://scholarshipdb.net/Postdoctoral-scholarships-in-Ireland https://www.findapostdoc.com/?Location=IE https://www.findaphd.com/
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