Fully Funded Maynooth University Faculty of Science and Engineering Doctoral Scholarship 2026 at the Hamilton Institute ·Maynooth University

Overview

This fully funded doctoral scholarship at Maynooth University is designed for highly qualified candidates interested in cognitive computational neuroscience, decision-making, neural network modelling, and human brain research.

Eligibility

Candidates must have a first-class or upper second-class 2.1 honours undergraduate degree in Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Psychology, or a related discipline, along with independent research experience with deep learning or EEG studies.

Benefits

• Annual student stipend of €25,000
• Full tuition fee support for four years
• Research training through Maynooth University’s Graduate Research Academy
• Opportunities to present research at local, national, and international conferences
• Support in preparing peer-reviewed journal publications
• Hands-on experience in neural network modelling, EEG studies, and computational neuroscience

How to Apply

Applicants must submit a personal statement, CV, relevant academic transcripts, and contact details of two academic referees via email to Dr Peter Murphy at Peter.Murphy@mu.ie with the subject line: "Doctoral Scholarship – Hamilton Institute/Psychology 2026".

Deadline

5pm on 1 July 2026