Ireland-Palestine Scholarship Programme

Program overview

The Representative Office of Ireland in Palestine offers 30 full scholarships for one-year master's programmes in Ireland to applicants living in Palestine. The programme is part of Ireland Fellows, the Government of Ireland's global scholarship programme, and candidates choose from a wide range of courses at 19 Irish higher-education institutions. Awards are fully funded.

What's covered

• Academic, visa and residence-permit fees
• Insurance
• Economy flights
• Arrival and departure allowances
• €700 monthly living stipend
• Accommodation for trimesters 1–2
• Trimester 3 accommodation support of €800–€1,000, subject to review

Eligibility

• Palestinian resident with a Palestinian or Jerusalem ID
• Accredited bachelor's degree with GPA of at least 80% / 3.0
• Three eligible course choices, meeting academic admission standards
• No existing master's or higher degree
• Available for the 2027–28 academic year
• No more than one previous Ireland Fellows application

English requirement

Language report dated September 2025 or later:

How to apply

• Review the eligible course directory
• Read the FAQ and application guidance
• Complete the online application and upload clear documents
• Shortlisted candidates are interviewed (expected December 2026); original documents may be required

Equal opportunity

The programme welcomes applications from all eligible candidates regardless of background.

Virtual office hours

Monday and Thursday, 11:00–13:00, in ten-minute appointments.