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International PhD Scholarships in Securing Digital Threads, Ireland

Applicants are invited to apply for International PhD Scholarships in Securing Digital Threads at the University of Limerick for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Applicants must hold a BSc or BEng (First Class or Second Class Grade 1 Honours, Level 8) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering. Students from all the around are eligible to apply for this funding programme.

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The University of Limerick is a leading public research university located in Limerick, Ireland. Known for its strong emphasis on innovation, industry collaboration, and student-centered learning, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across disciplines such as engineering, science, business, humanities, and health sciences.

Application Deadline: 31st July 2025

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: University of Limerick

  • Department: School of Engineering & Science

  • Course Level: PhD

  • Award: €25,000 per annum (stipend), plus EU tuition fee coverage

  • Access Mode: Online/email application

  • Number of Awards: NA

  • Nationality: Open to EU and international applicants

  • The award can be taken in: Ireland

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all nationalities.

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in a PhD program related to Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering.

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

    • Hold a BSc or BEng (First Class or Second Class Grade 1 Honours, Level 8) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering.

    • Provide a CV, motivation letter, three academic references, full academic and certified transcripts, and proof of English language proficiency.

    • Be able to demonstrate strong academic and research potential in areas relevant to cybersecurity, digital engineering, or data systems.

    • Submit the complete application package with the subject line “Securing Digital Threads” by 31st July 2025.

How to Apply

To apply, email Professor Donna O’Shea at [email protected] with the subject header: Securing Digital Threads, and include the following documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Motivation letter

  • Three references

  • Full academic and certified transcripts (undergraduate and postgraduate)

  • English language certification

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Benefits

  • Annual Stipend: €25,000 for four years

  • EU Tuition Fees: Fully covered

  • International Students: May be subject to additional non-EU fees

  • Research Opportunity: Work on innovative cybersecurity solutions for digital thread implementation in offshore renewable energy systems

  • Academic Supervision: Under the guidance of Professor Donna O’Shea

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