Cork University Business School PhD Scholarships, Ireland

  •  PhD
  •  30-Jun-2025
  •   Ireland
  • $$  EU tuition fees (waiver for non-EU fee portion, if applicable) + €25,000 annual stipend

Cork University Business School is awarding two PhD scholarships for students starting in October 2025. This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring researchers in Management and Food Business & Development.

Applicants must hold at least a Second Class Honours, Grade I in a relevant master’s degree and meet the PhD entry and English language requirements of Cork University Business School. The scholarships are open to both EU and international candidates.

The University College Cork (UCC) is a leading research-intensive university located in Cork, Ireland. Established in 1845, UCC is a member of the prestigious National University of Ireland and is internationally recognized for its academic excellence, innovation, and commitment to sustainability. With a vibrant campus community and strong industry connections, UCC offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across diverse disciplines.

University College Cork Information

University College Cork Grants

Cork University Business School PhD Scholarships, Ireland Founded in 1845, University College Cork is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Cork (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), County Cork. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Skills, Ireland, University College Cork (UCC) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University College Cork (UCC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 174 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities (Home/EU and international applicants are welcome)

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any of the following research areas:

    • For Management & Marketing:

      1. University-Industry Collaboration

      2. Organisational Innovation

      3. Entrepreneurship

    • For Food Business & Development:

      1. Sustainable Food Systems

      2. Social and Co-operative Economy

      3. Sustainable Rural Development and Social Enterprise

      4. Food Security and International Development

  • Admissible Criteria:

    • Applicants must meet the standard PhD entry requirements at Cork University Business School.

    • Must hold at least a Second Class Honours, Grade I in a relevant Master’s degree.

    • Must meet the English language proficiency requirements (if English is not the first language).

Offered Benefits

  • Full coverage of EU tuition fees (with a waiver for the non-EU portion, if applicable)

  • Annual stipend of €25,000 for four years

  • Opportunity to work under expert supervision and participate in scholarly activities, conferences, and publications

  • Access to structured doctoral training and professional development opportunities.

Application Process

Applicants must submit the following documents via the online application form available on the Cork University Business School – PhD page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

  • Completed application form outlining the project’s aims, objectives, research questions/hypotheses, literature context, theoretical framework, methodology, data sources, and overall research plan. A short personal statement on development goals and PhD motivation is also required.

  • Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages)

  • Sample of academic writing (e.g., thesis excerpt, published paper)

  • Proof of English language proficiency (if required)

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