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PhD Scholarship in Improved Modelling of Mitigation Measures to Improve Water Quality, Ireland

Teagasc and Trinity College Dublin are offering PhD Scholarship in Improved Modelling of Mitigation Measures to Improve Water Quality for the project Improved Modelling of Mitigation Measures to Improve Water Quality. This exciting opportunity focuses on advancing water quality models using high-resolution data and evaluating nature-based solutions in Irish agricultural catchments.

The scholarship program is open to domestic and international students who must hold a first-class or 2.1 honours degree or a master’s in a relevant field such as environmental science, geography, geoscience, engineering hydrology, mathematics, or statistics.

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Founded in 1592, Trinity College Dublin (TCD) is Ireland’s oldest and most prestigious university. Located in the heart of Dublin, it offers a vibrant academic environment with a strong emphasis on research and innovation. TCD is renowned for its excellence in disciplines such as science, engineering, humanities, and social sciences, and consistently ranks among the top universities globally.

Application Deadline: July 30th

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: Trinity College Dublin / Teagasc

  • Department: School of Natural Sciences, Geography Discipline

  • Course Level: PhD (Structured Research Programme)

  • Award: €31,000 per annum (includes tuition up to €6,000 and stipend of €25,000)

  • Access Mode: Online application via email

  • Number of Awards: One

  • Nationality: Domestic and international

  • The award can be taken in: Ireland

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in Environmental Sciences, Geography, Geosciences, Earth Sciences, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering Hydrology, or related disciplines offered by Trinity College Dublin.

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

    • Hold a first-class or 2.1 honours degree or a Master’s degree in a relevant field.

    • Demonstrate experience or strong interest in field work, numerical/statistical modelling, and water quality issues.

    • Be technically minded and self-motivated with an interest in environmental modelling and data analysis.

    • Be fluent in English (non-native speakers must meet TCD language requirements).

    • Hold a full, clean Irish/EU driving licence.

    • Have experience with statistical computing tools such as R, Python, or C.

How to Apply

  • A CV including educational background

  • Transcripts of degree results

  • List of publications and conference presentations (if any)

  • A 1–2 page letter of motivation clearly outlining how their skills and interests align with the project

  • Contact details for two referees

Application Submission:
Send the PDF directly to Dr. Russell Adams at: [email protected]

Benefits

  • A generous annual stipend of €25,000

  • University tuition fees (up to €6,000 annually)

  • Full-time research-based PhD registration at Trinity College Dublin

  • Primary research base at Teagasc Johnstown Castle Research Centre

  • Opportunities to work with state-of-the-art data, modelling tools, and field equipment

  • Professional development through interdisciplinary collaboration and academic training at TCD

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