The John Thompson Scholarship 2026 is a full tuition scholarship opportunity for students who want to pursue the MSc in Digital Marketing at Dublin City University Business School in Ireland. The scholarship is open to both EU and non-EU applicants and provides complete tuition fee coverage for one selected student. This opportunity is suitable for graduates interested in digital marketing, online communication, journalism, media, advertising, content strategy, social media, search marketing, analytics, and related areas. The scholarship provides an opportunity for a talented student to complete a specialised postgraduate degree while reducing the major financial burden of tuition fees
Our Mission
To educate leaders and professionals for the global marketplace. Through our teaching, our research, and our engagement with industry, we contribute proactively to the development of individuals, industry, and society.
Our Vision
To be recognised as an International Business School that transforms individuals, industry, and society through our excellence in our teaching and research.
DCU Business School and the family and friends of the late John Thompson are welcoming applications for the John Thompson Scholarship. This scholarship will cover the fees of one MSc Digital Marketing Student.
John Thompson Scholarship 2026 in Ireland
Host Country: Ireland
University: Dublin City University
School: DCU Business School
Scholarship: John Thompson Scholarship
Study Level: Master’s
Overview
This is a scholarship which covers full fees for one student (EU or non EU) each year in DCU’s full-time MSc in Digital Marketing. Established in 2008, this scholarship was set up to honour the memory of John Thompson, one of the Ireland’s leading newspaper executives. With a career spanning almost 30 years in the business, John was instrumental in the launch and commercial development of some of Ireland’s most successful and enduring publications including U Magazine, The Sunday World and The Irish Farmers Journal.
He was Chief Executive of Associated Newspapers Ireland, publishers of the Irish Daily Mail and Irish Mail on Sunday and former Managing Director of Independent Star Limited and publisher of the Irish Daily Star. John believed that the disciplines of journalism and marketing reinforce each other in eliciting consumer engagement, paving the way for commercial success. This scholarship aims to foster links between digital marketing and online journalism by encouraging graduates of business, journalism and more diverse educational backgrounds to study digital marketing integrated with an appreciation of media and online journalism.
Financial Benefits
The selected scholarship recipient receives:
Full tuition fee coverage
Opportunity to complete the MSc in Digital Marketing
Access to DCU Business School learning facilities
Academic support
Professional development opportunities
Practical digital marketing learning
Access to university resources
Networking opportunities
International study experience in Ireland
Exposure to the Irish business and technology environment
Documents Required
Common application documents may include:
Updated CV or resumé
Statement of motivation
Explanation of suitability for the scholarship
Academic transcript
Proof of final degree award
MSc in Digital Marketing application information
University admission offer or relevant admission status
Any additional documents requested by DCU Business School
Eligibility Criteria
General eligibility requirements include:
Applicants may be EU or non-EU students.
Applicants must be interested in studying the full-time MSc in Digital Marketing at DCU Business School.
Applicants should meet the academic requirements for admission to the programme.
Candidates should have an appropriate undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification.
Applicants should demonstrate strong motivation for studying digital marketing.
Candidates should submit the required scholarship documents before the deadline.
Applicants should provide accurate academic information.
International applicants must meet applicable university admission requirements.
Applicants whose previous education does not meet an English-language exemption may need to satisfy the university’s English proficiency requirements.
Selection is competitive because only one full tuition scholarship is available.
Professionals with digital marketing skills may work in areas such as:
Digital Marketing
Social Media Management
SEO
Paid Advertising
Content Strategy
Brand Management
Marketing Analytics
E-commerce
Digital Communication
Customer Experience
Media Planning
Online Journalism
Marketing Technology
Campaign Management
Digital Consultancy
Official Link: https://business.dcu.ie/scholarships/john-thompson-scholarship/#toggle-id-2
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