Micro-credential Learner Fee Subsidy 2026

Applications open on Tuesday, 9th June. 

At UL, we are committed to supporting lifelong learning and making flexible education more accessible to learners and organisations across Ireland.

In partnership with the Government of Ireland through the Higher Education Authority (HEA), UL is offering a range of career-focused MicroCreds under the Micro-credential Learner Fee Subsidy 2026 initiative.

These short, flexible and industry-relevant courses are designed to help learners upskill, reskill and progress professionally in a rapidly evolving workforce.

Eligible applicants are funded at 80% under the Micro-credential Learner Fee Subsidy 2026 initiative.

Please note:

  • Funded places are limited
  • Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Courses will close once capacity is reached
  • Early application is strongly recommended

Programmes Autumn 2026

Module CodeCourse TitleNFQECTSStatus

AU5112

Introduction To Data Analytics/Visualisation & Machine LearningLevel 96Open for application Tuesday, June 9th

EC5007

Data Exploration and AnalysisLevel 96Open for application Tuesday, June 9th

BM5053

Introduction to Participatory Health Research for Public & Patient InvolvementLevel 96Open for application Tuesday, June 9th

GY5022

Climate HazardsLevel 96Open for application Tuesday, June 9th

TX6051

Data Analytics for TaxLevel 96Open for application Tuesday, June 9th

PA5032

Enhancing Critical and Innovative Thinking and Problem SolvingLevel 96Open for application Tuesday, June 9th

AU5101

Digitalisation Of ProcessLevel 96Open for application Tuesday, June 9th

EC5003

Decision Making with Scarce ResourcesLevel 99Open for application Tuesday, June 9th

EE6211

Introduction to Emerging TechnologiesLevel 96Open for application Tuesday, June 9th

CE5041

Cybersecurity Law and RegulationsLevel 96Open for application Tuesday, June 9th

In order to qualify for a subsidised place you must meet the strict eligibility criteria detailed at: https://microcreds.ie/subsidy-eligibility

Initial offers will be strictly conditional on you meeting this eligibility criteria, and you will be required to evidence your eligibility in the weeks prior to course commencement. Failure to do so, or false declarations may result in your subsidised place being revoked which will make you liable for the full module fee.

Subject to meeting the eligibility criteria, the Higher Education Authority (HEA) will subsidise your chosen module by 80% under this scheme. You will be required to pay the remaining 20% in full to accept a place under this subsidy.

The HEA will be recorded as your sponsor on our system, therefore the remaining 20% fee liability remains with the student. If your employer/other are paying this 20% on your behalf, it will be your responsibility to pay it up-front and arrange reimbursement from them.

Funded places are in high demand and fill up quickly. To prepare for your MicroCred learner Fee Subsidy appplication and to learn more about funding options go to:

How to apply for a funded place