DigiWind TUS
OPEN CALL 2
The DigiWind TUS Open Call #2 is for a partial scholarship to complete a master’s by Research in an area relevant to the digitalisation of Wind and Energy Systems.
Successful applicants will be eligible for a fee-waiver for eighteen (18) months and a partial stipend of €1,000 per month, for 18 months, or up until the end of the DigiWind project in December 2027. It is envisaged that up to five (5) scholarships will be awarded. The successful candidates will be based at the TUS Campus in Limerick, Ireland, studying in-person with access to online classes.
WHAT’S OFFERED
Partial Scholarship
€1,000/month for 18 months
Tuition Waiver
Fee Waiver Valued at €5,500
Up to 5 sholarships
Will be awarded
Partial Scholarship
- Passport holders from an EU Member State or one of the following countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, European Economic Area (EEA) countries (Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein), Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Türkiye, or Ukraine.
- Hold a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or be an industry professional (via RPL) who can directly contribute to renewable energy digitalisation (more information here).
- Alternative Access (RPL Pathways – more information here): Applicants with a minimum of five years of experiential learning in a relevant Wind and Energy Systems environment.
- Demonstrable knowledge of software programming and statistical tools and a strong motivation to pursue a career in Wind and Energy Systems are essential.
- We strongly encourage applications from under-represented groups (gender, age, background) to apply.
Programme Overview
Choice of:
- MSc in Electrical Power Systems (By Research)
- MSc in Wind Energy Systems (By Research)
- Duration: 2 years – 120 ECTS
- Practice-based professional award, research-led, delivered through bootcamps, workshops, and on-line tutorials.
Programme Objectives
- A recognized master’s qualification based on advanced, completed research.
- Real-world experience by working on industry-based projects and collaborating with companies where relevant.
- Essential skills for your future career, broken down into three areas: Subject Expertise, Research Skills, and Employability Skills.
- A foundation for technical and scientific excellence, with opportunities to publish your work. This can also prepare you for potential future PhD studies.
TIMELINE
APPLICATIONS
19 DECEMBER 2025
- 5 MARCH 2026
17:00 CEt
EVALUATION
5 MARCH - 19 MARCH 2026
RESULTS
20 MARCH 2026
ENROLMENT
1 MAY 2026
PROGRAMME START
5 OCTOBER 2026
HOW TO APPLY
Step 1: Get Started on the F6S Platform
- Create your applicant account on the F6S platform.
- Carefully read the entire Guidelines for Applicants document to fully understand the terms and conditions of this Open Call. Tip: We will also run two live webinars during the application period. Details will be announced on the DigiWind website, social media and F6S page.
- Familiarise yourself with the administrative questions by reviewing the Application Form. This document is for reference only; your application must be completed directly on the F6S platform.
Step 2: Prepare Your Documentation
Gather and prepare all required supporting documents in PDF format. Ensure no printing restrictions are applied to your files.
Mandatory Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Use the official DigiWind CV template.
- Degree Awards: Original or certified copy of your Degree Awards.
- Transcripts of Results: Transcripts for all relevant higher education degrees.
- English Language Competency: Certified evidence of English language competency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS), meeting the specified minimum scores.
Once selected, you will sign:
A TUS Student / Supervisor Learner Agreement. You can get familiar with the document to understand terms and conditions.
A Declaration of Honour – the template for this document, declaring your acceptance of all Open Call conditions.
Step 3: Choose Your Master preference
Within the F6S application form, you will be asked to rank your preferred Master’s by research programme.
Step 4: Complete and Submit Your Application
- Complete all sections of the application form directly on the F6S platform.
- Upload all mandatory documents.
- Thoroughly review your entire application before final submission.
- Submit your application on the F6S platform by the official deadline.
FAQs / Contacts
The DigiWind Consortium serves the following support:
- F6S Online Q&A: for any questions regarding submission and the Open Call itself
- F6S support team for any technical issue on the F6S platform : support@f6s.com
- For any other communication need, please contact the Help Desk: tus-opencall@digiwind.org
Evaluation Criteria and Admission Process
Required Documents:
For all applicants
- Original or certified copy of Degree awards
- Transcript of results
- Certified English version of all documents (required for international applicants)
Evidence of English language competency:
- Minimum IELTS score of 6.5
- Or TOEFL iBT score of 90 (with at least 21 in writing and no less than 19 in other sections)
- Or equivalent certification
- If English is your native language, you are not required to upload a certificate. Otherwise, this document is mandatory.
Evaluation Process:
- Applications will be evaluated by a panel of three academics/researchers from the IDEAM Research Institute, chaired by the Institute Director.
- A ranked list of candidates will be created based on merit.
- Scholarships will be offered according to the rank.
- Successful applicants must confirm acceptance within 1 month of receiving the offer.
Note: While all Master’s by Research students will be admitted through the relevant Department, admission approval is subject to the Faculty Research Committee and the Graduate School, with final approval by the TUS Academic Council.
Programme Enrolment
Successful applicants must complete the academic registration process at TUS, which includes:
- Submission of a detailed registration form
- Transcript of results
- Two references (academic or professional)
- Outline research proposal (Form GS1), to be developed with academic supervisors
Graduate School Forms are available at:
Registration process is reviewed by:
- Faculty Research Committee
- Postgraduate Research Committee
- Final approval by TUS Academic Council
The registration is for a two-year Master’s programme, with a progression review after Year 1, following the TUS Postgraduate Research Regulations.
More information:
CONTACT for inquiries
LIST OF DOCUMENTS
Guidelines for Applicants
The comprehensive guidelines are available for download.
Application form
This document is for reference only. All applications must be submitted via the F6S platform.
DigiWind CV Template
Use this template to structure your curriculum vitae for the Digiwind application.
Student/Supervisor Learner Agreement
This document outlines the agreed-upon learning plan between the student and supervisor.
Declaration of honour
This document is a formal statement affirming the truthfulness and accuracy of your submitted information.