Titanic Belfast scholarship strengthens Trinity’s links with Northern Ireland
Posted on: 28 January 2026
Now in its second year, the scholarship provides a €5,000 annual bursary over four years, offering financial support to undergraduate students from Northern Ireland and reinforcing Trinity’s commitment to being a university for the whole island of Ireland.
Trinity College Dublin and Titanic Belfast have announced the second recipient of their joint undergraduate scholarship initiative, with Noah Stafford, a first-year student of Engineering with Management, named as the 2025-26 awardee.
Noah (above on right), who is from Co. Down, was selected following a competitive application process that invited applicants to reflect on their academic ambitions and the contribution they hope to make to Trinity life. The continuation of the scholarship reflects the success of the initiative since its launch, with the partnership contributing to increased awareness of Trinity among school leavers in Northern Ireland and strengthening educational links across the island.
Prof. Vincent Wade, Senior Lecturer at Trinity College Dublin, said:
“Trinity is committed to welcoming students from across the island of Ireland, and this scholarship plays an important role in that effort. Now in its second year, the partnership with Titanic Belfast is helping to reduce financial barriers while raising awareness of Trinity among school leavers in Northern Ireland. We are very grateful for Titanic Belfast’s continued support.”
Judith Owens MBE, CEO of Titanic Belfast International (pictured above on left), said:
“Through the Titanic Belfast Community Impact Fund, we are pleased to continue working with Trinity College Dublin to support students from Northern Ireland in pursuing higher education. This scholarship reflects our commitment to investing in young people and creating lasting educational connections. I would like to congratulate Noah Stafford on receiving this year’s award and wish him every success in his studies.”