Welcome to the Fr.Patsy Carolan Education Bursary Application Page
Circle is proud to launch the Fr. Patsy Carolan Education Bursary, designed to support tenants and their household members in starting or continuing their journey in education, training, or personal development.
About the Bursary
Named in honour of Fr. Patsy Carolan, a passionate advocate for tenant wellbeing, this bursary reflects his deep commitment to empowering our communities. Fr. Patsy is a founding member of Circle, the former committee member and patron of our board. You’ll often see him visiting our housing schemes and engaging with tenants at events, always listening and championing their experiences.
What the Bursary Offers
This bursary offers up to €500 per applicant to help make education and training more accessible by supporting costs such as:
- Tuition or course fees
- Exam or registration fees
- Course materials (books, equipment, etc.)
- Other education-related expenses
The bursary supports:
- Full-time and part-time courses
- Accredited training programmes
- Online or blended learning
- Skills or job-related courses
Who Can Apply
You are eligible under the following criteria:
- You are a Circle tenant or an authorised occupant
- You are aged 18 or over
- You are enrolling in or already studying a recognised course
Note: The course must be accredited or lead to recognised qualifications, skills, or employment opportunities.
How to Apply
If you’re a Circle tenant and meet the eligibility criteria, we encourage you to apply.
- Step 1: Read the [Bursary Brochure] and [FAQ Section] for full details.
- Step 2: Read the Terms and Conditions here.
- Step 3: Complete your application in one of the following ways:
- Fill out the online application form below for faster submission
- or you can Download and return the application form fill out and scan to the TES@circlevha.ie email
- Need help? Contact us at TES@circlevha.ie
