Published: 13 May 2021 2,325 views
Walsh Scholarships Programme – This Masters Programme is geared specifically to build the competencies for careers in agricultural advisory and education services whether in the public or private sector. Applications are invited from graduates with a minimum 2.2.Honours BAgrSc (or equivalent) degree.
Applications from graduates with pass level degrees coupled with significant and appropriate work experience in the sector will also be considered.
There are two programme options available to candidates:
Masters (MAgrSc) in Agricultural Innovation Support
Masters (MAgrSc) in Agricultural Extension
The Teagasc Walsh Scholarships Programme, founded in 1993 in honour of Dr Tom Walsh, is a postgraduate programme whereby Teagasc offers up to 50 scholarships each year. The scholarships are offered mainly at PhD level to graduates to undertake postgraduate research in agriculture, food, environmental science, agri-food economics, rural development, horticulture, and other related disciplines. For many years, Teagasc, through the Walsh Scholarships Programme, was the main funder of postgraduates in Ireland, and over the years the organisation has supported large numbers of h... continue reading
Application Deadline | 28 May 2021 |
Country to study | Ireland |
School to study | University College Dublin |
Type | Masters |
Sponsor | Walsh Scholarships Programme |
Gender | Men and Women |
In order to be eligible to apply for the scholarship, applicants must:
The application process is open and can be accessed using the link below.
The Walsh Scholarship programmes are designed to build the competencies required for careers in agricultural advisory and education services in the public or private sector. Many former Walsh Scholars are currently employed in advisory and education roles in Teagasc and many others are in key positions in public services and agri-food companies in Ireland and abroad.
For more information, please email [email protected].
For more details, visit UCD website