Scholarship Description: John Thompson Scholarship is now open for international applications to pursue MSc programme at Dublin City University in Ireland. Scholarship recipients will be selected on the basis of their application and interview.
This scholarship aims to foster links between digital marketing and online journalism by encouraging graduates of business, journalism and more diverse educational backgrounds to study digital marketing integrated with an appreciation of media and online journalism.
Scholarship Provider: Dublin City University has forged a reputation as Ireland’s University of Enterprise, through its strong, active links with academic, research and industry partners both at home and overseas.
Degree Level: Scholarships are available to pursue MSc programme.
Available Subject: Scholarships are awarded in the field of Digital Marketing.
Scholarship Benefits: The bursary offers full fees for a graduate taking DCU’s full-time MSc in Digital Marketing.
Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for this scholarship you must meet the following requirements:
Graduates of all higher education institutions in Ireland are eligible to apply. Applicants should hold a First Class Honours (1.1) Degree in a business or a related discipline and should demonstrate a keen interest in and understanding of marketing, business, and media.
Candidates should hold an Honours degree (2.1) in a Business discipline, or equivalent international qualification. If you have achieved a 2.2 Honours degree in a Business discipline, you may still obtain a place. This will depend on the availability of places. You may be invited for the interview. Candidates who have not received their degree results by the application closing date may receive conditional offers. Given the applied nature of the programme, consideration will be given in a small number of cases to exceptional applicants who do not meet normal entry criteria.
Application Procedure: Submissions should be sent to the Group Head for Marketing at DCUBS Dr John Connolly via email at john.connolly-at-dcu.ie no later than 5.00pm on 27th June 2018.
Applicants should submit:
- A CV
- A statement of motivation and suitability for the scholarship (maximum of 250 words).
- A copy of their academic transcript/proof of final degree award