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TCD Rachel Thompson Ussher Fellowship

Fully FundedPhD36 monthsClosed · opens Jan 2027

The TCD Rachel Thompson Ussher Fellowship is a prestigious 3-year PhD fellowship awarded every 3 years at Trinity College Dublin for research in Modern Languages (French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Linguistics, Translation Studies, Comparative Literature). The fellowship provides EUR 13,000/year stipend + EUR 2,000–EUR 2,500 travel/relocation grant + tuition. The 2026 cycle is the next call — ideal timing for Indonesian students with language/humanities backgrounds who want a Trinity PhD in this field.

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Quick info

Application status

Closed · opens Jan 2027
Ireland
PhD
36 months
Open to: Open to all nationalities
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What you get

  • Annual stipend of EUR 13,000
  • Travel and relocation grant of EUR 2,000–EUR 2,500
  • 3 years of funding (PhD)
  • Tuition fees covered
  • Prestigious named fellowship — Ussher Scholars recognized internationally
Monthly: EUR 13,000/year stipend (approx. EUR 1,083/month) / Travel/relocation grant: EUR 2,000–EUR 2,500 (one-time) / Tuition: fully covered

Requirements

First degree: Required
Professional experience: not specified
Country restriction: Open to all nationalities

Detailed requirements

  • - All nationalities eligible (Indonesia ✓)
  • - Master's degree in Modern Languages or a closely related field
  • - PhD research proposal must be in Modern Languages (French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, etc.)
  • - Strong academic record and research potential
  • - Apply via TCD Modern Languages Department

Who can apply

PhD researchers of any nationality in Modern Languages (French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Linguistics, Translation Studies, Comparative Literature). Niche but prestigious — awarded only every 3 years. Strong fit for Indonesian students with language/humanities background who want a top-tier PhD in language studies at Trinity College Dublin.

Application window

Closed · opens Jan 2027

Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025-2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.

Important dates

Award cycle: every 3 years (2002, 2005, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017, 2020, 2023, 2026)
Call opens: typically early 2026
Studies commence: September 2026
Duration: 3 years

How to apply

  1. 1Step 1: Develop a PhD research proposal in Modern Languages (French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, or related)
  2. 2Step 2: Identify a potential supervisor in TCD School of Languages, Literatures and Cultural Studies
  3. 3Step 3: Contact the supervisor and discuss your proposal
  4. 4Step 4: Submit formal application with research proposal, transcripts, and references
  5. 5Step 5: Departmental shortlisting
  6. 6Step 6: Interview with the Ussher selection panel
  7. 7Step 7: Award decision and PhD registration
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