A research degree such as Masters by Research or PhD involves the sustained and in-depth study of a specific topic, which is then written up as a thesis for examination. Research degrees involve students carrying out their own research and academic study under the one-to-one supervision of an academic supervisor. The precise focus of research is agreed between the supervisor and the student. Research can be carried out at Masters or Doctoral level.
Research Masters Degree (Level 9) (90 to 180 credits)
Research Masters degrees provide education and training in a particular subject through original exploration and research. A Research Masters usually takes one to two years full-time or two to four years part-time to complete. The research culminates in a thesis which sets out the conclusions of the research undertaken. The assessment and award of the degree is on the basis of the thesis.
UCD Structured PhD (Level 10) (270 to 360 credits)
The UCD Structured PhD aims to enable UCD PhD students achieve the best possible experience of graduate research and training. Making a substantial and original contribution to knowledge, normally leading to peer-reviewed publications remains the core objective of doctoral studies. The Structured PhD includes several innovative measures designed to support you in achieving your academic and professional objectives. A PhD typically takes
4 year full-time (6-year part-time) to complete. Assessment for the award of a PhD is on the basis of a thesis and viva-voce exam.
UCD has also introduced a suite of structured doctoral programmes devoted to particular themes, called Thematic Programmes. For further information on these please click on the links below:
UCD Thematic Doctoral Programmes
UCD Thematic Doctoral Programmes Science Engineering & Technology
Graduate Research Programmes 2012
If you are interested in a research degree, clicking on course finder and select research programmes. When you have identified the area(s) that are of interest to you, contact the programme coordinator listed. You may also review supervisor profiles here.
Research at UCD
University College Dublin is committed to becoming a leading European university renowned for the amount and quality of research it conducts. High-quality research drives innovation and fuels economic growth, which in turn feeds back into the wealth and well being of society.
Research Funding
UCD has an excellent track record in attracting external funding for research projects. In the last five years, the amount of funding awarded has more than doubled to €113.3 million and the level of proposals has increased two-fold. Supplementing external funding sources is a comprehensive internal funding programme that supports dozens of promising research projects. The schemes include the Seed Funding Scheme and the President's Research Fellowships. In 2008/9, €601,480 was awarded to UCD research staff through the Seed Funding Scheme to facilitate the pursuit of research objectives.
A Leader in Fourth Level
UCD has the highest number of graduate research students of any university in Ireland. UCD has over 1,684 PhD students spread across the five UCD Graduate Schools. In 2008/2009, UCD hosted 26% of all full-time PhD students in Ireland, a 24% increase in just three years, making UCD a national and European leader in postgraduate education. UCD has further established its leadership position with the establishment of more than 20 thematic PhD programmes.
Useful Links
| UCD Research Website |
| Academic Profiles |
| Research Showcase |
| Research Publications |
| Research Images |
| Innovation Academy |
| Dublin Region Higher Education Alliance |
| Nova UCD |
Students are liable to pay fees, including the Student Centre Levy, to the University. In addition, students must budget for their own maintenance (including accommodation). On acceptance to a graduate programme, students are required to pay fees. University fees are published in advance of the academic year, are fixed for each year and are subject to an annual increase. For specific information on the fees for your chosen course of study, and the dates by which fees have to be paid please visit: www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/fees
Funding
Local Authority FundingGrant holders who complete a primary degree course may have the grant renewed in order to undertake a full-time research graduate course. To apply for renewal, final year students should write to their Local Authority when they have completed their primary degree. Once approved, they should submit the grant award letter to UCD. The grant, which covers fees and possibly a contribution towards subsistence, may be renewed in subsequent years but is limited to one graduate degree or diploma course for each student. For further information on local authority funding please visit: www.studentfinance.ie
A mature candidate (23 years of age on 1st January of year of entry to graduate study) may be eligible for a Local Authority grant on the basis of parents’ income if ordinarily resident with parents or on the basis of own income if resident away from home.
Student Grants - New Grant Applications for 2012-13 APPLY AS EARLY AS YOU CAN, from the end of May - don't leave it till July
A new ONLINE ONLY grant applications system is being introduced for 2012 in Ireland. All new applications will be made online to a single awarding authority, Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie.
The Higher Education Authority (HEA) offers maintenance grants to Irish and EU students. To check your eligibility please refer to the student finance website.
Agencies which fund Graduate Programmes. Below you will find the details of some of the funding agencies who provide support for programmes at the graduate level. Please note that most of these are for research programmes.
- Irish Research Council for Humanities and Social Sciences (IRCHSS) funds cutting-edge research in the humanities, social sciences, business and law with the objective of creating new knowledge and expertise beneficial to Ireland's economic, social and cultural development.
- Irish Research Council for Science Engineering and Technology (IRCSET) funds research across the sciences, engineering and technology.
- Health Research Board (HRB) funding covers all areas of health research from biomedical, translational, clinical and practice-based research, through to population health and health services research.
- Environmental Protection Agency invites applications for research grants in Biodiversity, Water, Forests and Water, Soils, Climate Change, Infrastructure, Developing Environmental Research Potential, ERC Fellowships, SKEP - Sustainable Consumption and Production.
- Teagasc – the Agriculture and Food Development Authority – is the national body providing integrated research, advisory and training services to the agriculture and food industry and rural communities. Teagasc also funds 50 new research students each year, which includes a maintenance grant for the student, under the Walsh Fellowship programme.
- Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) ) invests in academic researchers and research teams who are most likely to generate new knowledge, leading edge technologies and competitive enterprises in the fields underpinning two broad areas, biotechnology and information and communications technology. In addition, the research frontiers programme supports the very best research in a broad range of disciplines in Science, Mathematics and Engineering.
- Universities Ireland promotes collaboration between universities in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. They usually offer a number of bursaries to students undertaking a recognised Master's course (taught or research) in the other Irish jurisdiction.
For more information on funding and details about how to apply to these schemes jointly with UCD, we would advise you to talk to your potential supervisor in UCD and also refer to the UCD Office for Funded Research Support Services.
Other Funding Sources
Funding may also be available through research grants to supervisors form the Higher Education Authority’s Programme for Research in Third Level Institutions (HEA-PRTLI). Likewise, funding may also be available through research programmes funded by the European Commission. Students from North America can avail of loans under FFELP and private loan programmes such as ISLP and CanHelp.
Please check with your potential supervisor for these possibilities.
UCD Scholarship Information
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Helsinn Birex Newman Fellowship in Colorectal Cancer |
Helsinn Birex Newman Fellowship in Colorectal Cancer` As part of its programme to provide research opportunities for scholars of proven academic excellence, University College Dublin invites applications for the prestigious Helsinn Birex Newman Fellowship. The Fellowship is established at the UCD School of Medicine and Medical Science at UCD and the Centre for Colorectal Disease, St Vincent’s University Hospital with support from Helsinn Birex Pharmaceuticals Ltd. The Centre for Colorectal Disease is actively engaged in clinical and translational research with a focus on improving response to therapy in colorectal cancer patients (www.colorectal.ie). The aim of this project is to better understand the incidence of chemotherapy induced side-effects in patients with colorectal cancer. The Helsinn Birex Newman Fellow will be expected to have completed basic specialist training in Medicine and have demonstrated a commitment to the field of Gastroenterology or Oncology. Candidates may be an SpR or have applied to enter higher specialist training in either Gastroenterology or Oncology. Previous clinical research experience would be an advantage, but is not essential. The Fellow will register with the UCD Translational Medicine programme as part of a two year MD research programme. Informal enquires regarding this Fellowship may be directed to Dr David Fennelly at david.fennelly@ucd.ie or Dr Elizabeth Ryan elizabeth.ryan.1@ucdconnect.ie To apply please submit the following forms: Newman Fellowship Referee Form plus a CV and cover letter to:
Closing Date for applications is the 30th May 2012 |
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ICON Newman Fellowship in Genomics |
ICON Newman Fellowship in Genomics As part of its programme to provide postdoctoral research opportunities for scholars of proven academic excellence, University College Dublin invites applications for the prestigious ICON Newman Fellowship in Genomics. The Fellowship is established with the generous support of ICON plc.
To apply please submit the following forms: Newman Fellowship Referee Form plus a CV and cover letter to:
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NUI Postgraduate Scholarships 2012 |
NUI Scholarships A number of Scholarships are available to postgraduate students in NUI institutions. The scholarships are available in a number of disciplines and include:
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ESB & Universities Ireland North South Scholarships |
North South Scholarships Universities Ireland, which promotes collaboration between universities in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, and the Electricity Supply Board (ESB), the largest energy company on the island of Ireland, are offering five scholarships to students undertaking a recognised Master’s or the first year of a PhD programme (taught or research) in the other Irish jurisdiction.
These scholarships are worth 15,000 (approx. Stg £12,500) each. This year three of the scholarships will be in the areas of energy and engineering. Two more will be in another area - arts, business, science and social science.
For further information and application details please refer to the following link: ESB Universities Ireland North South Scholarships 2012
Closing date: 25 May 2012 |
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INECHD Marie Curie Exchange Programme
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Marie Curie International Exchange Programme The INECHD funds UCD PhD students to gain interdisciplinary research experience through work on research projects in Brazil, Canada and Chile between 2011 and 2015. The exchange program funds up to 12 months in one of the participating research teams (£1,800/month). Interested PhD students should contact the INECHD coordinator Prof. Richard Tremblay by email: richard.tremblay@ucd.ie |
If you are interested in a research degree, clicking on course finder and select research programmes. When you have identified the area(s) that are of interest to you, contact the programme coordinator listed. You may also review supervisor profiles here.
Many of UCDs Graduate research programmes can be applied for online. Please visit http//:www.ucd.ie/apply for more details about this process. All other programmes not listed on this site can be applied for by written application. Please contact the relevant School for more details.
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