Ireland Fellows Programme 2027/28: The Complete Guide to Ireland's Fully Funded Government Scholarship for Africa, Asia, Latin America, Palestine, and Small Island Developing States

The Ireland Fellows Programme is a government scholarship initiative that provides fully funded master’s and PhD opportunities in Ireland for professionals from developing countries and Small Island Developing States. The program covers tuition, living costs, travel, and related expenses, delivered through partnerships with Irish higher education institutions. This guide collects information on all strands, eligibility, funding, and the application process for the 2027/28 cycle.

Full payment of tuition, economy-class return flights, visa fees, medical and travel insurance, Irish residence permit fee, a monthly living stipend, settling-in and departure allowances, and accommodation support in Ireland.

Applicants are professionals from developing countries and Small Island Developing States across Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific; the programme supports pursuing fully funded master’s degree programmes or PhD studies in Ireland.

Refer to the Ireland Fellows Programme application guidance and country-specific pages for detailed steps and required documents.