Bon Secours Hospital Tralee and Munster Technological University have launched a new scholarship providing up to €20,000 in financial support to a student beginning their studies at MTU’s Kerry campus. Pictured at the MTU Kerry Campus were : Dr Brendan O Donnell Director of Student Services Office of VP Academic Affairs, MTU; Dr Deirdre Creedon Head of Access and Disability, MTU; Stephanie Somers-Crowley Access Officer, MTU; Tim Daly Vice President Engagement and International, MTU; Prof Christine Cross VP Academic Affairs & Registrar VP Academic Affairs & Registrar, MTU; Owen McCarthy, Head of Missions Bon Secures Hospital Tralee; Dr Mary Galvin Dean of Health and Social Sciences, MTU and Jane Swansen Project Officer, Access Office, MTU. Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTDBON Secours Hospital Tralee and Munster Technological University have launched a new scholarship providing up to €20,000 in financial support to a student beginning their studies at MTU’s Kerry campus.
The Potel Scholarship Programme will provide €5,000 per year for up to four years, helping to reduce some of the financial pressures associated with higher education.
The scholarship will support an eligible student beginning a full-time Level 8 programme in a STEAM discipline – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts or Mathematics – or in Nursing and Health Care Studies at MTU.
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Alongside the financial support provided through the scholarship, the partnership may also create opportunities for the successful student to gain insight into the world of work and future career pathways through Bon Secours Hospital Tralee.
It is aimed at students who may experience additional barriers to accessing and completing higher education, including those from low-income households, DEIS schools, Traveller or Roma communities, direct provision settings, mature learners and students with disabilities.
Stephanie Somers-Crowley, Access Officer at MTU, said: “MTU is delighted to partner with Bon Secours Hospital Tralee on the Potel Scholarship Programme. Widening participation is a key priority for the University and we know that, for many students, financial and other barriers can have a very real impact not only on accessing higher education, but on their ability to participate fully and succeed once they are here. This scholarship represents a significant investment in a Kerry student over the course of their studies and is a strong example of what can be achieved through partnership between higher education and our local community. We particularly welcome the inclusion of Nursing and Health Care Studies alongside the broader STEAM disciplines, building on the existing relationship between MTU and Bon Secours Hospital Tralee while creating opportunities for students across a wide range of programmes.”
A spokesperson from Bon Secours Tralee said; “We’re proud to partner with MTU on the Potel Scholarship Programme. We hope this support will make a genuine difference to a student from our local community, helping them to focus on their education and build towards their future career.”
The scholarship will be administered through MTU’s Access Service in line with the agreed scholarship eligibility criteria.
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