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The scheme is for students who are often under-represented in higher education.

The 1916 Bursary Scheme online application process for the new intake of students is now open, and will remain so until 5pm on Friday October 9. 

The bursary is a financial award to encourage the participation and success of students from sections of society that are under-represented in higher education.

The eligibility criteria are primarily focused on first time entrants to third level education here in SETU, the majority of whom will be first years, and the bursary is open to full time and part-time students.

Bursary tiers

There are two tiers available: 

  • Tier 1 Bursaries: Awardees will receive €5,000 per year for the normal duration of an undergraduate programme and up to a maximum of six years for a part-time programme. The bursary will also be paid if the awardee progresses to postgraduate study. 
  • Tier 2 Bursaries: Awardees will receive €2,000 per year for the normal duration of an undergraduate programme and up to a maximum of six years for a part-time programme. The bursary will also be paid if the awardee progresses to postgraduate study.

Find out more

The Access Office at SETU will be holding information clinics to assist students with the application process, and up-to-date details will be posted on the 1916 Bursary page of the SETU website.

You can also find more details about the 1916 Bursary Scheme here, including a link to the application form. 

Anyone with queries can also email [email protected]

The 1916 Bursary is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science (DFHERIS).