The Embassy of Ireland in Nigeria has announced the opening of applications for the 2026 Ireland Fellows Programme, a fully funded postgraduate scholarship for eligible professionals from Nigeria and Ghana.
Applications open on June 29, 2026, and close on July 26, 2026.
The programme is open to early and mid-career professionals seeking to pursue a one-year Master’s degree at leading universities in Ireland.
To qualify, applicants must:
• Be a citizen and resident of Nigeria or Ghana.
• Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower.
• Have a minimum of two years of relevant professional work experience.
Successful applicants will receive full funding covering tuition fees, accommodation, a monthly stipend, travel expenses, visa costs, and health insurance.
Nigerian applicants are also eligible for the Roger Casement Fellowship in Human Rights, which supports Master’s programmes in Law, Human Rights, Governance, and related fields.
How to apply:
1. Visit https://irelandfellows.africa/.
2. Create an account or log in.
3. Complete the online application form.
4. Upload all required documents.
5. Submit your application before the July 26, 2026 deadline