John Thompson Scholarship (Ireland)
About this scholarship
The John Thompson Scholarship is offered by DCU Business School at Dublin City University in Ireland, for students undertaking the MSc in Digital Marketing. Named in honour of a figure connected to the school, it is a single annual award created to support a talented student to pursue this specialist master’s, open to both domestic and international applicants.
The award is a full tuition fee waiver for the MSc in Digital Marketing, giving the recipient the opportunity to study at Dublin City University in an academic and industry-focused environment. It covers tuition only, so students plan separately for living costs, and one award is made each year.
Eligibility is open to domestic and international applicants who apply for the MSc in Digital Marketing at DCU, meet the programme’s admission requirements, and have a strong academic profile, ideally with an interest in media, marketing, business, or journalism. You first apply for admission to the MSc, and once you have an offer, you apply for the scholarship by emailing a statement of motivation (up to 250 words) and your academic transcript to DCU Business School before the deadline. For students aiming at a digital marketing master’s in Ireland, it is a valuable tuition-free opportunity.
Eligibility
- Open to domestic and international applicants.
- Must apply for the MSc in Digital Marketing at DCU.
- Must meet the programme admission requirements.
- Strong academic profile preferred.
- Interest in media, marketing, business, or journalism.
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition fee waiver.
- Study opportunity at Dublin City University.
- Access to the MSc in Digital Marketing.
- An academic and industry-focused learning environment.
- Open to international students.
Required Documents
- Curriculum vitae.
- Statement of motivation (maximum 250 words).
- Academic transcript.
- Proof of final degree award.
How to Apply
- First apply for admission to the MSc in Digital Marketing at DCU Business School.
- Once you have an offer, apply for the scholarship by emailing the required documents (a statement of motivation of up to 250 words and your academic transcript) to DCU Business School before the deadline.
- One award is made per year, open to EU and non-EU students (confirm the current date).
Frequently asked questions
Is John Thompson Scholarship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as tuition-only. The listed award is: Full tuition fee waiver (MSc in Digital Marketing); One award per year.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does John Thompson Scholarship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Master's.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is July 30, 2026. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Open to domestic and international applicants; Must apply for the MSc in Digital Marketing at DCU; Must meet the programme admission requirements; Strong academic profile preferred; and more (see the full list above). See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
