Timeline and Application Process
Sep - Mar
Applications Open
April
Interviews
May
Places
offered
June
Places
accepted
Late August
Programme
start
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes absolutely. This programme is open to applicants from all countries, EU and non EU countries.
Yes. Most of this course will be held in person on the MTU Cork Campus.
No. The tax-free scholarship can only be paid to fellows of the course who are not working.
Full time
Yes, you need a level 8 degree. RPL may be option. https://www.mtu.ie/admissions/undergraduate/recognition-of-prior-learning/
Yes, there may be travel required. The travel may be within Ireland and outside of Ireland, where necessary.
No
No. The scholoarshp only covers the PostGrad Dip in Cybersecuty Innovation (2 Semesters). If you are approved to do the (MSc) in CyberSecurity Innovation, you will need to self-fund the additional third semester yourself.
1. A level 8 undergraduate degree (or RPL/Recognition of Prior Learning). 2. 5 years + work experience. 3. A genuine interest in setting up a business at the end of the course. 4. Applicants must be available to commit full time to the programme from August 2025 through to the June 2026.
This is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Find out more at https://www.mtu.ie/admissions/undergraduate/recognition-of-prior-learning/