This scholarship, which covers the full cost of DCU’s full-time MSc in Digital Marketing program each year, is open to one student, EU or non-EU. In 2008, this scholarship was instituted as a tribute to John Thompson, an eminent Irish newspaper boss. Throughout his nearly 30-year career in the industry, John played a pivotal role in the founding and commercial expansion of some of Ireland’s most iconic and popular magazines, including U Magazine, The Sunday World, and The Irish Farmers Journal.

He formerly served as Chief Executive of Associated Newspapers Ireland, the publisher of the Irish Daily Mail and Irish Mail on Sunday, and Managing Director of Independent Star Limited, the business that produced the Irish Daily Star. John believes that journalism and marketing work best together since they both encourage consumer involvement and create opportunities for businesses to succeed. This scholarship aims to develop linkages between digital marketing and online journalism by encouraging graduates of business, journalism, and more diverse educational backgrounds to study digital marketing integrated with an awareness of media and online journalism.

Brief Details:

• Offered by: DCU Business School
• Location: Ireland
• Deadline: 30 July 2025
• Duration: Up to 2 years
• Eligible Field: Digital Marketing
• Gender: Any
• Type: Scholarship
• Financial coverage: Partially Funded
• Eligible Countries: All

Benefits:

• The selected student’s tuition will be totally waived in 2025, thanks to the John Thompson Scholarship.
• Students will be exposed to academic rigor, corporate practice, practical projects and workshops, and cutting-edge research.
• An opportunity to learn from seasoned Irish and international business experts.
• Opportunity to obtain practical experience in domains such as data analytics, communication, strategy, and visualization for digital marketing.
• An opportunity to study in Europe and gain knowledge of European culture.
• International students can acquire practical experience in disciplines and talents that are in great demand right now.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• To be eligible for this award, candidates must already be enrolled in the MSc Digital Marketing program at DCU Business School.
• Applicants from all over the world are eligible to apply.
• Candidates must have a strong command of English.
• Applicants must be in the top class of their bachelor’s degree.
• Additionally, applicants for the scholarship must be interested in and experts in media, marketing, journalism, and business.
• Candidates must also meet the entry and academic criteria of the MSc Digital Marketing program.

Documents Requirement:

In order to apply, students should submit a copy of each of the following:

• A resume
• An essay of no more than 250 words that explains your motivation and eligibility for the scholarship.
• A copy of their record of studies or evidence of their degree

How to Apply?

Applications should be sent to Professor Edgar Morgenroth, Group Head for Marketing at DCU Business School, at the email address below.

Submission Email: [email protected]

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For more details, kindly refer to DCU Business School’s website.