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Costs and funding
Funding is without doubt the major concern for many considering postgraduate study. However, there are supports in place and with plenty of planning, and factoring in the necessary time, there are funding programmes that you may be able to take advantage of to help ease the financial burden.
Research chemist
Research chemists work across a range of industries and the public sector giving graduates scope to specialise in the area that most interests them.
How to apply successfully for funding
Competition for funding is rising, so follow our advice to help make the application process easier.
Postgraduate study in Germany
There is a great variety of postgraduate options to choose from in Germany.
Funding from Research Councils
Funding for research students is likely to come from the Irish Research Council or similar dedicated bodies in the UK. Find out which programme could provide funding for you.
Cross-border costs and funding: Ireland and Northern Ireland
Useful tips if you're thinking of moving from the Republic of Ireland to Northern Ireland, or vice versa, for a postgraduate course.
My postgraduate study: Noel Connors (PhD, SETU Waterford)
Aidan Maher, Site Manager, Clancy Construction
Siobhan O'Shea, Engineer, Clifton Scannell Associates
Colm Ó hArgáin, Ardoifigeach Feidhmiúcháin (Higher Executive Officer) Foras na Gaeilge
Breda Ní Mhaoláin, Aistritheoir, Ateangaire (Translator, Interpreter) Oireachtas
