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Scholarships in Research and Teaching (SIRAT) available with UCD School of Physics 2025

As part of its contribution to the further development of 4th level Irish education, UCD School of Physics is proud to announce a scheme of advanced research awards. These awards are intended to underline UCD’s commitment to research excellence and to attract and to retain the very best scholars. Applications are welcome for candidates wishing to apply for a PhD, or MSc by research, within UCD School of Physics.

You should discuss potential projects by contacting the School academics. A list of potential topics can be found here.

The 2025 SIRAT competition is CURRENTLY OPEN for applications. Below are copies of the documentation for candidates to familiarize themselves with the application guidelines, terms and conditions, and forms. 

UCD SIRAT Terms and Conditions 2025 

UCD SIRAT Application Form 2025 / MS Word Format

UCD SIRAT Referee Form 2025 / MS Word Format

UCD Physics Graduate Policy 2018

The deadline for applications is Thursday 27th March 2025 at 5pm, with a view to commencing your research September 2025.

Please direct any queries to (opens in a new window)bairbre.fox@ucd.ie

Completed applications will be accepted by:

Bairbre Fox (she/her)        
School Manager
UCD School of Physics
Room A107 L.M.I. Main Building
Beech Hill Road
Dublin 4
D04 P7W1
Tel: +353 1 716 2210

UCD School of Physics

University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
T: +353 1 716 7777