International PhD Scholarships in Securing Digital Threads, Ireland

  •  PhD
  •  01-Jul-2026
  •   Ireland
  • $$  €25,000 per annum (stipend), plus EU tuition fee coverage

Applicants are invited to apply for International PhD Scholarships in Securing Digital Threads at the University of Limerick for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Applicants must hold a BSc or BEng (First Class or Second Class Grade 1 Honours, Level 8) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering. Students from all the around are eligible to apply for this funding programme.

The University of Limerick is a leading public research university located in Limerick, Ireland. Known for its strong emphasis on innovation, industry collaboration, and student-centered learning, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across disciplines such as engineering, science, business, humanities, and health sciences.

University of Limerick Information

University of Limerick Grants

International PhD Scholarships in Securing Digital Threads, Ireland Established in 1972, University of Limerick is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Limerick (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), County Limerick. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Skills, Ireland, University of Limerick (UL) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Limerick (UL) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 47 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all nationalities.

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in a PhD program related to Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering.

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

    • Hold a BSc or BEng (First Class or Second Class Grade 1 Honours, Level 8) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering.

    • Provide a CV, motivation letter, three academic references, full academic and certified transcripts, and proof of English language proficiency.

    • Be able to demonstrate strong academic and research potential in areas relevant to cybersecurity, digital engineering, or data systems.

    • Submit the complete application package with the subject line Securing Digital Threads” by 31st July 2025.

Offered Benefits

  • Annual Stipend: €25,000 for four years

  • EU Tuition Fees: Fully covered

  • International Students: May be subject to additional non-EU fees

  • Research Opportunity: Work on innovative cybersecurity solutions for digital thread implementation in offshore renewable energy systems

  • Academic Supervision: Under the guidance of Professor Donna O’Shea

Application Process

To apply, email Professor Donna O’Shea at with the subject header: Securing Digital Threads, and include the following documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Motivation letter

  • Three references

  • Full academic and certified transcripts (undergraduate and postgraduate)

  • English language certification

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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