AbbVie Ireland, in partnership with ATU Sligo, is offering the STEM Excellence Scholarship for the 2025/26 academic year. This scholarship supports students from underrepresented or disadvantaged backgrounds who want to study science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). Up to three students will receive €3,000 per year for four years, along with an internship opportunity.

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must be residents of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland, have applied through the CAO for an eligible undergraduate STEM program at ATU Sligo for the 2025/26 academic year, and be in receipt of a SUSI grant. They must also have completed the Leaving Certificate or a PLC course within the last two years (or qualify as a mature student), be active in their community, and demonstrate a commitment to overcoming barriers to third-level education.

AbbVie Ireland is a leading global biopharmaceutical company with a strong presence in Ireland, operating some of its most advanced manufacturing and research facilities across the country. With locations in Sligo, Cork, and Dublin, AbbVie plays a key role in Ireland’s life sciences sector, producing innovative medicines in areas such as immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and virology.

Application Deadline: 29th August 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: AbbVie Ireland in partnership with Atlantic Technological University (ATU)

• Department: Sligo Campus

• Course Level: Undergraduate (Level 7 and Level 8)

• Award: Up to €12,000 per student over four years (€3,000 per year)

• Access Mode: Online

• Number of Awards: Up to 3

• Nationality: Irish (Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland residents)

• The award can be taken in: Ireland

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland

• Acceptable Course or Subjects:
  The scholarship will be awarded in any of the following full-time undergraduate programmes at ATU Sligo Campus:

  CAO Code	Programme Name	Level
  AU859	Forensic Investigation and Analysis	Level 7
  AU970	Forensic Investigation and Analysis	Level 8
  AU856	Occupational Safety and Health	Level 7
  AU967	Occupational Safety and Health	Level 8
  AU857	Pharmaceutical Science with Drug Development	Level 7
  AU968	Pharmaceutical Science with Drug Development	Level 8
  AU831	Mechatronic Engineering	Level 7
  AU833	Mechanical Engineering	Level 7
  AU943	Mechanical Engineering	Level 8

  How to Apply

  Applicants must complete the online application form by 29th August 2025. Supporting documents can be emailed to [email protected] once notified by SUSI. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an informal interview.

  For more information or assistance, contact: [email protected]

  Benefits

  • Financial support of up to €3,000 per year, totaling up to €12,000 over four years

  • Internship opportunity with AbbVie Ireland, subject to business needs

  • Increased access to third-level STEM education for students from disadvantaged backgrounds

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