Kader Asmal Fellowship Programme 2027 in Ireland (Fully Funded)
The Kader Asmal Fellowship Programme 2027 is a fully funded scholarship opportunity for South African students to study at Master’s level in Ireland. The fellowship supports early career professionals with leadership potential, and Stage 1 applications must be submitted online by 17:00 BST on Mon, 27 July 2026.
Quick Overview
Programme: Kader Asmal Fellowship Programme
Opportunity Type: Fully funded Master’s scholarship
Host Organization: Embassy of Ireland in South Africa
Country: Ireland
Study Level: Master’s degree
Deadline: 17:00 BST on Mon, 27 July 2026
Eligibility: South African citizens and residents with relevant work experience
Funding: Fully funded scholarship support
About the Kader Asmal Fellowship Programme
The Kader Asmal Fellowship Programme is a fully funded scholarship opportunity for South African students who want to study at Master’s level in Ireland.
It is a flagship programme of the Embassy of Ireland in South Africa. The fellowship is part of the broader Ireland-Africa Fellows Programme offered by Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs.
The programme is targeted at early career professionals in South Africa who have leadership potential. It supports leadership for the Sustainable Development Goals and prioritizes women’s leadership capacity and women’s participation in STEM.
The fellowship also aims to support students who would not otherwise have the opportunity to pursue Master’s level education in Ireland. Graduates of Universities of Historical Disadvantage and Universities of Technology are particularly encouraged to apply.
Eligible Study Areas
The programme offers 12 annual awards for postgraduate study in selected fields.
Eligible study areas include:
• Climate Change & Resilience, Environment, Marine, Sustainable Development, GIS
• Engineering and Sustainable Technology
• Development Studies, Human Rights, Peace Studies, International Relations, Politics, Public Policy
• International Law, Human Rights Law, Business Law
• Health, Medicine, Pharmacy, Biotechnology and related fields
• Education
• Sociology, Social Policy, Social Research and related fields
• Women’s Studies, Gender Studies and Equality Studies
• Information Systems, Communications Technology, Digital Media
• Business, Economics, Project Management, Strategic Management, Leadership and related fields
• Food Science, Food Engineering and Food Industry
• Tourism and Hospitality
Applicants should review the official Directory of Eligible Programmes before choosing their study options.
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Benefits and Financial Coverage
The Kader Asmal Fellowship Programme provides full scholarship support for selected fellows.
Confirmed coverage includes:
✓ University application fees
✓ Tuition fees
✓ Examination and other fees
✓ Economy travel to and from the applicant’s country of residence to Ireland
✓ Settling-in allowance
✓ Book allowance
✓ Study allowance
✓ Accommodation
✓ Monthly personal living allowance for the fellow only
✓ Entry clearance student visitor visa application costs
The fellowship coverage is intended for the selected recipient only.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the official eligibility requirements for the Kader Asmal Fellowship Programme.
To be eligible, applicants must:
• Be a South African citizen and resident
• Have at least two years of relevant work experience
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record, obtained in 2015 or later
• Not currently hold or be pursuing a Master’s degree or higher qualification
• Be applying for a new Master’s degree in Ireland starting in August or September 2027
• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals
• Show commitment to building positive relationships with Ireland
• Select three eligible programmes
• Meet the academic and English requirements for the selected programmes
Applicants should carefully check the academic and English requirements for each selected programme before applying.
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Application Process
The programme accepts Stage 1 applications online only.
Applicants should follow these steps:
• Review the fellowship details and eligibility requirements
• Check the Directory of Eligible Programmes
• Select three eligible Master’s programmes
• Read the official application guidelines carefully
• Register on the online application system
• Complete and submit the Stage 1 application form online
• Wait for Canon Collins Trust to contact applicants after final Stage 1 decisions are made
Applicants are advised not to contact the Irish Embassy during the Stage 1 decision period.
Selection and Communication
After Stage 1 applications are reviewed, Canon Collins Trust will contact applicants and inform them whether they have been successful or unsuccessful at Stage 1.
The official page states that applicants should not otherwise contact the Irish Embassy during this period.
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Application Deadline
The official application portal states that submissions are due by 17:00 BST on Mon, 27 July 2026.
Applicants should complete and submit the online Stage 1 application before the stated deadline.
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Official Link
Submit your application through the official application link below.
