Quercus Innovation/ Entrepreneurship Scholarships Ongoing

Scholarship Overview

University College Cork‘s Quercus Innovation/Entrepreneurship Scholarship awards students who demonstrate a commitment to an innovative project or entrepreneurial venture. This financial support promotes creativity and leadership in various fields.

Applicable course, university, and country

 

Applicable Course: Graduate Programs

University: University College Cork

Country: Ireland

 

Scholarship amount details

The scholarship amount is not mentioned.

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Application	× Not covered in scholarship
Tuition & Fees	× Not covered in scholarship
Living Expense	× Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation	× Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses	× Not covered in scholarship
Spouse/Child Care	× Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover	× Not covered in scholarship
Others	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this

Number of students to be Awarded
3

Eligible student nationality

This scholarship is applicable for students from around the world.

Appication Process for this scholarship

 

How do I apply? To apply for a Quercus Scholarship you must:

• Be either a registered undergraduate UCC student or applicant for an undergraduate/level 8 programme at University College Cork in 2025/26. (Note: applicants also need to make their degree programme application separately, e.g. through the CAO or through the International Office for Non-EU applicants).
• Read the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Terms of Reference & Memorandum of Understanding
• Please read the Application Instructions carefully.
• Any applicant looking for feedback on their application and/or to make a complaint about the Quercus application process, please read the following document Feedback & Complaints Policy.
• The application process for 2025/26 opens on Friday, November 1st 2024 and will close at 4:30pm on Tuesday, February 4th 2025.
• For any queries please email quercus@ucc.ie 

Scholarship Application
This scholarship need a separate external application.

Scholarship link:
https://www.ucc.ie/en/quercus/about/innovationentrepreneurship/

Application Link:
https://ucc.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fApply%2f

Application Documents

Type of documents	Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
Application Form	Required
Academic Transcripts	Required
SOP	Required
Letters of Recommendation	Required
Passport Copy	Required

Important Dates & FAQ info

Info	Date
Scholarship Deadline	February 4th 2025
Contact Number	+353 (0)21 490 4877
Contact Email	mpower@ucc.ie

 

Scholarship Eligibility

 

Successful applicants will:

• Meet the minimum entry requirements (matriculation) of their desired undergraduate/level 8 programme, while currently registered students will need to have attained higher honours in their end of year examinations to be eligible. Applicants do not need to be pursuing a related programme to be deemed eligible.
• Be able to provide evidence of sustained engagement in innovative/entrepreneurial activities.
• Have evidence of achievement and/or impact of an innovative or entrepreneurial nature.
• Have the potential to develop that excellence in their chosen field
• Have had recognition at local, regional, national, or international level.
• Be expected to act as ambassadors for UCC and the Quercus Programme in terms of their participation in their chosen field.
• Where there are equivalent levels of excellence applicants deemed able to contribute most to UCC will be selected.
• Please note that the Quercus Scholarships are open to students currently registered in, or applying for, any undergraduate/level 8 programme offered by UCC.
• Please also note that an applicant will only be able to take up a Scholarship after accepting an offer of a place at University College Cork through the CAO or the International Office. 

Scholarship Restriction:
No Special Restriction applicable

Exams Details:

Exam Name	Indicates if exam is required
IELTS	Required
TOEFL	Required
ACT	Required
SAT	Required

 

The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who can apply for the Scholarship?
The scholarship is applicable to students from various countries.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?
To qualify for the award, candidates must have completed the 12th grade.

What is the procedure for applying?
Not Mentioned

What are the documents required for filling the forms?
Not Mentioned

What is the duration of the Scholarship?
One Time