Students who want to take part in a scheme of collaborative research, are invited by the Centre of African Studies of the Maynooth University to apply for the International PhD Scholarships in Repurposing for the academic year 2023-2024.

The studentship opportunity is open to applicants must be enrolled in a PhD study program at Maynooth University. The scholarship will entail a fixed maintenance award of €18,500 per annum and full annual tuition fees support for four years of study (at EU fees
level).

Maynooth University is a constituent university of the National University of Ireland based in Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland. It is renowned as a top-tier public university and has gained recognition as a prominent institution among new universities worldwide. In the QS World University Rankings 2023, it holds a position between 801 and 1000.

Why choose to study at Maynooth University? Maynooth University is a distinguished educational institution celebrated for its global connections and global outlook. The university dedicates significant resources to develop state-of-the-art facilities that encompass academic, social, and athletic aspects of student life, ensuring the delivery of exceptional amenities to its student body.

Application Deadline: The closing date is 1st of September 2023.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Maynooth University
• Department: NA
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: Fees Plus €18,500 stipend.
• Number of Awards: NA
• Access Mode: Online
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in Ireland

Eligibility     

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities.
• Eligible Course or Subjects: PhD degree will be awarded in Repurposing as innovation strategy in the
  biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries by the university
• Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
• Both an undergraduate and postgraduate degree in a business-related subject or another discipline that
  is relevant for the project to a minimum of 2.1 honours or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including presentation skills.
• Openness to both qualitative and quantitative forms of data analytics.
•  Willingness to employ data driven approaches to solving questions and developing recommendations
  for academics and practitioners.
• Curiosity about understanding the relationships between repurposing, innovation strategies, and
  performance.
• Patience, hard work, and flexibility.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to details and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a research environment.
• Strong commitment to their own continuous professional development.

How to Apply

• How to Apply: To apply for the grant, applicants must take admission in PhD degree at the university. After that, they can apply through an application made via https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/studymaynooth/postgraduate-studies/courses/phd-business-management
• Supporting Documents: Applications should include:
•  A cover letter explaining the applicant’s motivation and interest in the project topic. Please include any relevant background and/or experience.
• A Curriculum Vitae which includes the applicant’s educational qualifications and any scientific publications and/or achievements.
•  Academic transcripts.
•  Two academic references
• Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a primary degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent with a grade of 2.1H or higher.
• Language Requirement: High proficiency in English language skills. Evidence of English language proficiency for non-native
  speakers is essential to be available no later than 15th of August 2023 for the October 2023 start of the
  programme. Minimum English language requirements:
  ? IELTS: 6.5 minimum overall score
  ? TOEFL (Paper based test): 585
  ? TOEFL (Internet based test): 95
  ? PTE (Pearson): 62
  ? Excellent written and verbal communication, including presentation skills.

Benefits

This scholarship provides the student with an annual stipend of €18,500 and a PhD fee waiver. The scholarship is for four consecutive years of study, subject to satisfactory annual progression and continued conformity with the terms and conditions of the scholarship and the policies of the PhD programme of the School of Business.

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