Walsh Scholars PhD Opportunities
The Teagasc Walsh Scholars Programme is one of Ireland’s flagship doctoral training programmes, designed for ambitious graduates who want to undertake high-impact PhD study while developing as confident, capable and career-ready researchers.
Walsh Scholars complete fully funded, structured PhD and Masters programmes across agriculture, food, environment, climate, rural development and related disciplines. Scholars are embedded in active, multidisciplinary research environments across Teagasc’s national research centres and partner universities, studying topics that address real-world challenges with national and international relevance.
Walsh Scholars frequently highlight not only the quality of their PhD research experience, but also the wider opportunities for training, networking and development offered through the programme.
The 2026 intake of new students will:
- Study with leading researchers and supportive supervision teams
- Access state-of-the-art facilities, laboratories and research infrastructure
- Build professional networks through conferences, international collaboration and travel
- Develop advanced skills in research, communication, leadership and problem-solving
- Be part of a cohort-based community that offers peer support, collaboration and shared learning
2026 PhD Opportunities
All 2026 Walsh Scholarship PhD opportunities are advertised centrally on this page. Each advert provides a clear overview of the PhD project, research context, supervision, training supports, and funding available through the Walsh Scholars Programme.
How to Apply
- Browse the PhD opportunities listed below
- Review the project details and supervision team
- Submit your application via the central Walsh Scholarships application form
All applications must be submitted through the official application process and in line with the published deadlines. Informal enquiries may be directed to the named supervisors, but applications will only be considered if submitted via the central application form.
Adverts, including application forms, will be live on Monday 9th February 2026.