Host School: DCU Business School
Study Programme: Full-time MSc in Digital Marketing
Scholarship Value: Full Fees
Status: Open
Closing Date: 30th July
Available For: Students who apply to the MSc Digital Marketing programme
The DCU John Thompson Scholarship is a fee scholarship for one student on the full-time MSc in Digital Marketing at DCU Business School. The official page states that the award covers full fees and is available each year for one EU or non-EU student.
About the DCU John Thompson Scholarship
The scholarship was established in 2008 in memory of John Thompson. The page presents it as an award that supports stronger links between digital marketing and online journalism.
It also notes that the scholarship encourages applicants from business, journalism, and other academic backgrounds to study digital marketing with an awareness of media and online journalism.
Eligibility and Key Condition
Applicants must already have applied to the MSc Digital Marketing programme in DCU Business School before applying for the scholarship. In addition, students cannot be awarded more than one DCU Business School scholarship at the same time.
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Documents for Submission
After receiving an offer, applicants should send a copy of the following materials:
• CV
• Statement of motivation and suitability for the scholarship, up to 250 words
• Academic transcript or proof of final degree award
Application Process
The official instructions say applicants should first apply to the programme of choice. If any issue comes up during that stage, the page directs students to contact the DCU Global office for support and scholarship guidance.
After an offer is issued, the scholarship application should be submitted by email to businessscholarships@dcu.ie.
Important Details
The scholarship page lists the application status as open. It also lists the closing date as 30th July and the scholarship value as full fees.
