Are you looking for a fully funded PhD opportunity in Europe? The DCU School of Law and Government Scholarship 2027 in Ireland offers an outstanding opportunity for aspiring researchers to pursue a fully funded PhD at Dublin City University (DCU). The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides an annual stipend of €25,000 for up to four years.
Open to applicants from Ireland, the European Union, and international countries, this scholarship allows students to contribute to impactful research while studying at one of Ireland’s leading universities.
About the DCU School of Law and Government Scholarship 2027
The scholarship supports a full-time PhD researcher who will join the SHINE Project (Social Housing and Just Energy Transition through Citizen Science). This multidisciplinary research project is funded by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and focuses on understanding how residents of social housing engage with fair and sustainable energy transitions through citizen science.
The successful candidate will conduct research at Dublin City University (DCU) in Dublin, Ireland, while collaborating with experts across multiple disciplines.
Scholarship Details
- Host Country: Ireland
- University: Dublin City University (DCU)
- School: School of Law and Government
- Study Destination: Europe
- Programme Level: PhD
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Eligible Applicants: Irish, EU, and International Students
- Funding Duration: Up to 4 Years
Research Area
The selected PhD researcher will work on the SHINE Project, which explores:
- Citizen science and community participation
- Social housing and energy policy
- Just energy transitions
- Sustainability and climate justice
- Public policy and social innovation
This research provides an opportunity to contribute to meaningful solutions addressing energy sustainability and social equity.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic background in one of the following fields:
- Political Science
- Public Policy
- Sociology
- Human Geography
- Education
- Environmental Science
- Sustainable Systems
- Data Science
- Engineering
- Or another closely related discipline
- Demonstrate a strong interest in social justice, sustainability, and public policy research.
- A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is desirable but not mandatory.
- Meet the admission requirements for a PhD programme at Dublin City University.
- Applicants from Ireland, the European Union, and all other countries are encouraged to apply.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full tuition fee waiver for the entire PhD programme.
- Annual stipend of €25,000.
- Funding for up to four years.
- Opportunity to work on a nationally funded multidisciplinary research project.
- Supervision by experienced researchers at Dublin City University.
- Access to world-class research facilities and academic resources.
- Valuable research experience in sustainability, public policy, and social justice.
Application Deadline
Deadline: 8 July 2026
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Why Apply
The DCU School of Law and Government Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for students passionate about sustainability, social justice, and public policy. Along with generous financial support, scholars will contribute to high-impact research that can influence future energy and housing policies while studying at one of Ireland’s leading universities.
This scholarship is ideal for students seeking a fully funded PhD in Europe with the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to society.
