Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Public Policy in Canada
Position in public policy in canada
1 position foundnewest posted
The open position in public policy in Canada listed here is at University of Alberta.
University of Alberta
Top university
Canada
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1 month ago
Top university
Funded PhD position at the University of Alberta exploring the social and political implications of the consolidation, decline, death, and possible rebirth of local newspapers in rural communities in Canada and the United States . The project is supervised by Clark Banack . It sits at the intersection of Political Science , Media Studies , Communication Studies , Sociology , and Journalism , with a strong focus on local news ecosystems, rural public life, and the role of newspapers in democratic...
Sociology
Communication Studies
Political Science
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1 month ago
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Maggie Liu
RMIT University
Australia
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3 weeks ago
PhD Scholarship opportunity in AI privacy and security at RMIT University in collaboration with CSIRO . The project focuses on protecting data and sensitive information in modern AI systems, including data protection against unauthorised learning , privacy and security in large language models and foundation models , privacy-preserving machine learning , and safeguarding proprietary information in real-world AI applications. This is a strong fit for students interested in computer science , arti...
Computer Science
Information Technology
Mathematics
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3 weeks ago
University of Liverpool
Just Landed
United Kingdom
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Posted Yesterday
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[Four-year studentship with full coverage of PhD programme fees and an annual maintenance grant/stipend of £21,805 per year for four years.] The University of Liverpool Management School is offering four-year fully funded Graduate Teaching Fellowships (GTFs) for students planning to begin an Accounting and Finance PhD in October 2027. This opportunity combines doctoral research with structured teaching development. Successful candidates receive an annual maintenance grant of £21,805 for four yea...
Computer Science
Finance
Corporate Governance
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Technical University of Munich
Top university
Germany
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1 month ago
Top university
REGULAIRE is a Europe-wide Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Network coordinated by the Technical University of Munich (TUM). It offers 15 connected PhD projects on technology governance and regulatory learning, with research spanning artificial intelligence, digital platforms, quantum technologies, cybersecurity, public procurement, AI literacy, regulatory enforcement, institutional capacity, and democratic legitimacy. The network is designed for first-stage researchers who want to study ...
Computer Science
Sociology
Communication Studies
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1 month ago
Living costs in Canada
Estimated costs in Canada.
MonthlyYearly | Canada |
|---|---|
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | C$1.6k $1,200/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | C$979 $720/yr |
 Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | C$1.3k $960/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | C$11.4k $8,400/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Junior Assistant Professor (RTDA)
Roma Tre University
Italy
Research Interests
Labor Economics
Development Economics
Economics
Monetary Policy
Inflation
Full Professor
Sapienza University of Rome
Italy
Research Interests
International Economics
Political Economy
Monetary Policy
Economics
Fiscal Policy
Associate Professor
University of Maastricht
Netherlands
Research Interests
Industrial Automation
Microeconomics
Market Economics
Labor Market
Agent-based Modeling
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Professors you could contact
Assistant Professor
Carleton University School of Public Policy and Administration
Canada
Research Interests
Public Policy
Public Administration
Policy And Governance
Digital Innovation
Participatory Governance
Concordia University
Canada
Research Interests
Comparative Politics
Public Policy
International Migration
Canadian Studies
Citizenship Studies
Burnaby Mountain Professor and Canada Research Chair (Tier 1)
Simon Fraser University
Canada
Research Interests
Public Policy
Public Administration
Policy And Governance
Multilevel Governance
Innovation Policy
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.