Our panel of experts will award a number of bursaries to exceptional
current ETB learners to support their future study, entrepreneurship or community activism. Bursary will include €5,000+ and professional support. Shortlisted learners must be available to attend national event in Thomond Park 14th March.
The purpose of the ETBI bursaries is to support exceptional current learners in ETBs across the country in pursuing their education and training journey, entrepreneurship, or community activism and further develop their skills. Through these bursaries we aim to provide learners with the time and resources to research, think, and critically engage with the next steps of their learning journey.
The bursaries will be awarded to learners who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their respective fields, possess a proven track record of excellence, and can outline a compelling vision for how the bursary will support them on their journey. This bursary is designed to empower and encourage individuals who have shown exemplary dedication to academic pursuit, creativity, innovation, or community.
Applicants for the ETBI bursary must:
- Be a current full-time or part-time student at an ETB school / College/ Centre of Further education and training.
- Be sixteen years of age, or older. (If applicant is under 18, parent/ guardian will need to confirm consent)
- Be a resident in the Republic of Ireland.
- Demonstrate a clear passion for and commitment to their subject matter, relative to the selected bursary.
- Provide evidence of relevant projects, extracurricular activities or work related to the field of study of the selected bursary and evidence of their commitment to it.
- Include details of relevant experience, internships, research projects, education and any notable contributions to the community or academic field, to date.
- Present a compelling and articulate vision for how the bursary will contribute to the applicant's future goals, and outline career aspirations, plans for further education, or any initiatives that demonstrate a commitment to making a positive impact.
- Provide 2 referee contact details, one of which must be their School/ College Principal or Centre Manager.
Applicants will be invited to submit the following details:
· Background (e.g. Description of education, work experience, life path to date.)
· Relevant projects, extracurricular activities or work related to the field of study of the selected bursary and evidence of commitment.
· Innovation:
Summary of any innovative elements of their work or study
· Vision for the future and how the bursary will be used.
Note: These guidelines and criteria are subject to change based on the discretion of the ETBI Bursary Committee. Applicants are encouraged to review the latest information on this page. Each applicant’s respective ETB will automatically receive a copy of the bursary application received by ETBI.
Closing date: 23
rd February 2024
Late entries
will not be accepted