University of Limerick - Kerry Ingredients Prize

Kerry Ingredients Prize

You will win a cash award for the best final-year dissertation on the ‘Food Science and Health’ degree programme (programme code LM068) at the University of Limerick. Each year, three students are recognised, with a separate cash prize awarded for first, second and third place. First place is worth 1,000 EUR; the amounts for second and third place are not disclosed. Kerry Ingredients, a company within the Kerry Group, funds the prizes and presents them at a reception following the graduation ceremony.

Who can apply

• Degree: You are in your final year of the Bachelor’s degree programme in ‘Food Science and Health’ (LM068) at the University of Limerick.
• What is judged: The quality of your end-of-degree research project. Staff look at your research work, how well you present it and how deeply you understand your topic.
• Nationality: Any nationality can apply.

How to apply

There is no separate application process. The lecturers select the winners from among the final-year students on the course.

If you are looking for additional funding alongside this prize, our guide Scholarships in Ireland covers scholarships and funding opportunities across Ireland.