ESTEEM Graduate Programme

Programme Overview

(opens in a new window)The University of Notre Dame is currently accepting applications for the (opens in a new window)ESTEEM Graduate Program in technology and entrepreneurship. This is an 11-month Master of Science degree programme.

UCD students in Science and Engineering who are completing their degree this academic year may apply. Successful applicants should be available to start the ESTEEM Program in June 2026.

The programme is designed to provide students from technical backgrounds with the skills and experience necessary to launch new businesses, become innovators within large corporations, and act as leaders of dynamic, innovative teams.

Scholarships and Application

If you apply to ESTEEM and have earned or will earn your undergraduate degree from University College Dublin (UCD), you will be automatically considered for the (opens in a new window)Naughton Fellowship.

Further information can be found in the (opens in a new window)FAQ, and prospective students can (opens in a new window)apply here.

Information Session

To learn more about the programme, (opens in a new window)Nicholas Farmer, Associate Director, ESTEEM Admissions, University and Channel Partnerships at the University of Notre Dame, will be presenting.

This presentation will be an afternoon session lasting a maximum of 30 minutes. There is no need to register for this session.

Session Information

Date: Tuesday, the 18th of November

Time: 3 pm - 3.30 pm

Location: O’Brien Centre for Science SCIH 1.37 - Lynch Th F

Bonus: Pizza will be provided after the session (directly outside the theatre)