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University of Galway College of Business Postgraduate Scholarship

The University of Galway (formerly NUI Galway) is a long-established Irish public university on the west coast, and its J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics offers taught Master's programmes in management, finance, marketing, analytics, and international business. The university provides merit-based postgraduate scholarships that reduce tuition for strong international applicants, including within its business school. For Sri Lankan graduates, Galway offers a recognised Irish degree, Ireland's attractive post-study work visa, and a friendly, lower-cost city compared with Dublin, all in English. Scholarship values, eligible programmes, and competition vary by intake, so confirm the current award, eligibility, accreditation, and deadlines with the University of Galway's international and business-school admissions before applying.

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Value

Merit Tuition Reduction

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Level

Business & Management Master's

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Benefit

Irish Post-Study Work Eligibility

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International Applicant

Open to international students, including Sri Lankan citizens with recognised qualifications, applying to Galway business Master's programmes.

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Academic Merit

Scholarships are merit-based on your Bachelor's record. A strong, relevant degree improves the band offered.

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Admission to a Programme

You must be admitted to a University of Galway business/management Master's. Confirm which scholarships apply to your specific programme.

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English Proficiency

Teaching is in English; typical requirements are around IELTS 6.5. Sri Lankan applicants with an English-medium degree can usually evidence English with a medium-of-instruction letter where accepted.

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Apply to the University of Galway

Submit your application with transcripts, certificates, CV, references, and English evidence for your chosen Master's.

Merit assessment

Admissions reviews your record for the merit scholarship, normally confirmed in or alongside your offer.

Accept your offer

Confirm your place and award; check any separate scholarship application or deadline that applies.

Apply for the Irish student visa

With your offer and proof of funds, apply for the Irish student visa, noting Ireland's post-study work pathway for eligible graduates.

About the University of Galway

The University of Galway is a respected Irish public university with a well-regarded business school and a lower cost of living than Dublin. For Sri Lankan graduates wanting an Irish business Master's with post-study work options and merit support, it is an attractive choice.