Access to Education
TCDSU Occupy Department of Further and Higher Education, Demand Investment in Student Supports
On Thursday, February 15th, TCDSU occupied the Department of Further and Higher Education to demand increased student supports, government funding and democratisation of the university.
PhD Funding Announced for Student of Sanctuary
University Council has approved the application process and evaluation criteria for the new Trinity Research Doctorate Award for a student of sanctuary, to begin in 2024/25.
PWO Calls on SFI to Cover Non-EU Immigration Fees
The group sent an official letter calling for SFI to cover all non-EU immigration and insurance fees.
“It comes down to funding” – Ireland’s Postgraduate Research Crisis
Many postgraduate researchers are facing a situation in which they can no longer afford basic necessities such as food, rent and heating due to their lack of funding and their working conditions.
PhD Researcher Leaves Programme Following Difficulties with Visa Requirements
Abagun left her programme at the Southeast Technological University following a year of issues with the visa requirements for non-EEA researchers.
Non-EU Financial Requirement to Increase to €10k Per Year From July 2023
Non-EU students will be required to demonstrate access to €10k per year to support themselves while studying in Ireland.
USI Signs Open Letter Backing Increase in Postgraduate Research Stipends
The letter expresses concern with the current stipend scheme in light of the cost of living crisis and requests that all postgraduate stipends be increased.
Provost Discusses Precarious Employment at Address to College
Provost Linda Doyle also responded to issues around accommodation, costs of living, PhD stipends, and the climate crisis in her address to the college community.
Hundreds Gather to Protest PhD Student Rights
The protest, organised by PhDs' Collective Action Union, called for an increase in the minimum stipend, equal pay for hours worked and an end to the accommodation crisis.
Government to Reduce Student Contribution Charge by €1k
The measures were announced as part of Budget 2023 today.