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Student Sport Ireland Opportunities for Students 2026-2027

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We’re delighted to highlight three fantastic opportunities now open to DCU students through Student Sport Ireland(SSI) for the 2026–2027 academic year. These programmes offer meaningful pathways for students to grow as leaders, coaches, and contributors to student sport at both university and national level. Below, we’ve outlined the key details, benefits, and application processes for each initiative.

 

1. SSI Student Ambassador 


SSI is delighted to announce that the SSI Student Ambassador Open Call is now live. The Student Ambassador Programme offers a unique opportunity for students to become active leaders in shaping the future of student sport, both at DCU and nationally.  This is a volunteer position and one position will be filled through an open call to the wider student body in each respective HEI, while the second will be reserved for a nominee from each HEI. To apply for the Student Ambassador Programme, complete the online application. The deadline for applications is Wednesday the 29th of April 2026 at 5pm. For further information on the SSI Student Ambassador roles visit the SSI website. For any queries, please contact info@studentsport.ie

 

2. SSI Student Activators


The SSI Student Activator initiative is a developmental opportunity that allows students to train and develop as leaders of sports activities, while assisting their sports departments in the organisation, promotion and facilitation of participation programmes and events for the student population.  There are 2 positions available at DCU for 2026-2027 and Student Activators will avail of the following benefits:
 

  • A financial bursary of €1,600 per activator (dependant on the Student Activator meeting programme requirements)
  • Opportunity to network with like-minded individuals
  • Develop leadership skills through attending workshops and programme delivery
  • Student Sport Ireland branded kit

I am attaching a Student Activator Role Brief and Student Activator Application Form. To apply for the SSI Student Activators Programme, complete the attached application form and send it by email to dcusportdevelopment@dcu.ie. The closing date for applications is Friday the 15th of May at 5pm.

 

3. SSI Women’s Student Coaching Academy (WSCA)

The SSI Women’s Student Coaching Academy (WSCA) is a great opportunity for female students to develop as sports coaches through a range of support structures that will enable them to develop and reach their coaching potential.   Members of the WSCA will avail of the following benefits:

  •  Mentor coaches in their respective sport
  •  A coaching qualification provided by their respective NGB
  • Networking days with other WSCA members, facilitated by Student Sport Ireland
  • WSCA kit 
     

 To apply for the SSI Women’s Student Coaching Academy (WSCA), complete the attached application form and send it by email to dcusportdevelopment@dcu.ie. The closing date for application is Friday the 29th of May at 5pm.