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2026 School of Nursing and Midwifery Scholarship for International Programmes – Duke University and the University of Hong Kong (HKU)
The School of Nursing and Midwifery are delighted to offer all Senior Freshman and Junior Sophister Nursing and Midwifery students of all disciplines an opportunity to apply for a scholarship to attend:
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Duke University School of Nursing’s Exploring Global Patterns of Health and Illness short-term programme, 2.5 weeks
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University of Hong Kong - HKU Summer Programme, 2 weeks
These academic and socialization experiences are designed for high achieving and high potential international nursing students who are interested in leadership careers in nursing science, practice, education, administration and entrepreneurship.
Key Dates
- ONLINE information session will take place on Monday 19th of October 2026 at 7pm.
- Applications open: Tuesday 20th October 2026, 9am. Online application will be available on this page and will be sent by email to all SF and JS students with guidelines.
- Applications close: Thursday 29th October 2026, 12pm.
- Students selected for interview will be notified by: Friday, 6th November 2026.
- Interviews will take place: Tuesday, 10th November 2026
- Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome within the week subject to results.
To be eligible to apply, students must satisfy all the following criteria:
- Must be a Senior Fresh or Junior Sophister Nursing or Midwifery student of the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin.
- Students who have not yet availed of School international opportunities will be prioritised.
- Spread of Opportunities across disciplines will also be taken into account.
- Must have passed all assessments at first attempt (both theoretical and clinical).
- Must have a positive attitude, and be motivated, committed and engaged throughout the programme.
- Must understand the ambassadorial role that accompanies this opportunity and be prepared to represent the School of Nursing and Midwifery accordingly.
- Must be willing to present on your experiences abroad, provide photos on your return and write a 250 word testimonial for the website.
Please Fill in the application form in the link provided in the email and on the webpage below.
Applicants are asked to submit 1 short video (maximum length 3 minutes). Please check that your links are accessible to those with a link.
Please consider the following questions in your video application.
- Why should you be awarded an international scholarship opportunity?
- Provide evidence to demonstrate how you will represent the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University you are attending.
- Any additional information to support your application.
Applications will be reviewed by a selection panel to include the Director of Global Engagement and the Global Officer.
Application forms are to be completed and the video to be emailed to: the international team at snm.global@tcd.ie by the closing date 12pm, Thursday 29th October 2026.
The data collected on this form is being obtained by the School of Nursing & Midwifery as part of the Duke and HKU Scholarship application process. Your data will only be used for these purposes and will not be released to other parties without your permission, except as permitted by law.