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The Elizabeth Shorten Scholarship at University College Cork 2026

Awarded by University College Cork

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

MastersMedicine (MBBS/ MD)

Funding Type

Partial Funding · EUR 15,000

Eligible Courses

Subjects offered for the program

Eligible Nationalities

Open to all nationals

Can Be Taken At

University College Cork

Provider

University College Cork

Last Verified On

30 Jul 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Introduction:

The Elizabeth Shorten Scholarship was established through a generous legacy gift from Elizabeth Shorten to support MD students at University College Cork (UCC) conducting clinically related research in cardiology or cardiothoracic surgery at Cork University Hospital.

Eligibility criteria for the Elizabeth Shorten Scholarship at University College Cork:

  • The applicants must be a medical doctor at the specialist registrar or registrar level in the specialty of cardiology.
  • The applicants must intend to enroll as an MD student in the UCC School of Medicine.
  • The applicants must undertake clinically related research in the Department of Cardiology or Cardiothoracic Surgery at Cork University Hospital.

Application Process:

  • The applicants have to submit the application via Dsom@ucc.ie.

Value of the Scholarship:

  • EUR 15,000 is awarded to support a full-time student.
SIMPLE 5 STEP PROCESS

How to Apply

1

Check Eligibility

Confirm that you meet the scholarship requirements

2

Prepare Documents

Gather all required documents for your application

3

Submit Application

Apply through the official scholarship application process

4

Application Review

The scholarship provider evaluates eligible applications

5

Scholarship Decision

Selected applicants are informed about the final results

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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

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  • The deadline of The Elizabeth Shorten Scholarship at University College Cork 2026 is Expired.
  • The Elizabeth Shorten Scholarship at University College Cork 2026 is offered to Masters, Medicine (MBBS/ MD) degree.
  • The Elizabeth Shorten Scholarship at University College Cork 2026 is offered for Subjects offered for the program .
  • The Elizabeth Shorten Scholarship at University College Cork 2026 is open for: Open to all nationals .
  • The Elizabeth Shorten Scholarship at University College Cork 2026 is offered by University College Cork.
  • The Elizabeth Shorten Scholarship at University College Cork 2026 covers Partial Funding, EUR 15,000.