Applications are now open for multiple fully funded PhD scholarships at Maynooth University, Ireland.
These scholarships are offered by the Faculty of Science and Engineering across different departments. They cover exciting research areas such as biology, computer science, chemistry, psychology, electronic engineering, mathematics, and health sciences.
The scholarships are fully funded for up to 4 years. There is no application fee. Strong candidates from all nationalities are encouraged to apply. Most positions will start in September or October 2026.
Key Details:
- Degree Level: PhD (Doctoral Research)
- Host Country: Ireland
- University: Maynooth University
- Duration: 4 years of full-time study
- Stipend: €25,000 per year
- Start Date: September or October 2026
- Application Fee: None
- Open to: Strong candidates worldwide (specific eligibility may vary by project)
What This Scholarship Offers:
- A generous annual stipend of €25,000 to cover living expenses
- Full coverage of tuition fees
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects with experienced supervisors
- Access to modern laboratories, equipment, and research facilities
- Chance to join active research groups and international collaborations
- Development of strong skills in your chosen field
- Valuable experience that improves future career opportunities in academia, industry, or research
Eligibility Criteria:
- Hold a good Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (usually First Class or 2:1 Honours or equivalent) in a relevant subject
- Show strong interest and suitable background for the specific research project
- Have excellent English language skills (both spoken and written)
- Be ready to start full-time PhD studies in September or October 2026
Note: Each project may have slightly different requirements. Please check the individual project details.
Available PhD Projects:
- Decoding Antifungal Resistance in Aspergillus fumigatus – Genetic drivers and therapeutic solutions in microbiology.READ MORE
- Increasing Crop Resilience to Climate Change – Using plant fungal symbionts in barley.READ MORE
- Multi-Scale Computational Framework for Molecular Junctions – Charge transport and thermoelectric properties.READ MORE
- Semantic-Aware Cyber Digital Twins – For agri-food supply chain cybersecurity.READ MORE
- AI-Driven Conversational Learning in GenAI Education – Impact on domain competence.READ MORE
- Music Information Retrieval for Irish Traditional Music – Advanced audio analysis techniques.READ MORE
- Multimodal Learning for Abdominal X-ray Report Generation – Using Large Language Models.READ MORE
- Biomedical Engineering of Brain Dynamics – Via temporally structured brain stimulation.READ MORE
- Foundations of Reliability in LEO Satellite-enabled 6G – For future communication networks.READ MORE
- Mechanically Intelligent Multi-Stable Soft Structures – For safe grasping and palpation.READ MORE
- Synthetic Formulation of Intermediate Ricci Curvature – Lower bounds in Riemannian geometry.READ MORE
- Modularity of Vertex Operator Algebras – For 3D superconformal field theories.READ MORE
- Perceived Policy Recognition and Wellbeing – Psychological effects of feeling heard or overlooked.READ MORE
- Young Adults’ Informal Mental Health Support – To friends experiencing mental health challenges.READ MORE
- Language Changes in Alzheimer’s Disease – Early detection through natural language analysis.READ MORE
- Athlete Development Pathways in Intellectual Disability Sport – Partnership with Special Olympics Ireland.READ MORE
- Understanding the Behaviour of Large Language Models – Interpretability and explainable AI.READ MORE
- Neurocomputational Basis for Abstract Decision Making – Independent of sensation and action.READ MORE
- Combination Chemotherapy using Pt-Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors – Targeted treatment for lung adenocarcinoma.READ MORE
- BREATHE-Community Breathlessness Rehabilitation – For COPD and heart failure patients.READ MORE
- Immune Landscape in Metabolic Dysfunction-associated Steatotic Liver Disease – Impact of weight loss.READ MORE
- Role of Complement in Rectal Cancer – Metabolic remodelling and immunomodulation.READ MORE
How to Apply:
- Choose a research project that matches your interest and background.
- Contact the supervisor mentioned in the project description.
- Prepare your documents (CV, academic transcripts, motivation letter, and references).
- Submit your application through Maynooth University’s official application system before the closing date.
Important: Check the official website for each project’s exact deadline and application link.
