Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Master’s Opportunities in Biomaterials in Australia
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International Max Planck Research School for Molecules of Life
Germany
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Max Planck School Matter to Life in Germany is offering a fully funded, integrated five-year MSc/PhD programme for students interested in chemistry and interdisciplinary molecular sciences. The two-year Master’s phase takes place at Heidelberg University or the University of Göttingen and covers chemistry, molecular systems, synthetic chemistry, biophysics, biomaterials, synthetic biology, complex systems, and the chemistry of living systems. Students then progress to a three-year PhD research p...
Biochemistry
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University of New South Wales
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PhD opportunity at University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) in the Polymer Research in Therapeutics (PRinT) group led by A/Prof. Damia Mawad . This opening is for a domestic PhD candidate only, meaning applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents . The project sits at the intersection of polymer science , biomaterials , bioelectronics , tissue engineering , and drug delivery , with a focus on conducting polymers and conjugated polymers in a multidisciplinary research environm...
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University of Melbourne
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PhD Research Degree Opportunity at the University of Melbourne This project is titled Developing a dynamic culture platform for bioengineered skeletal muscle and is offered through the Department of Paediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. The work is based at the Royal Children’s Hospital / Murdoch Childrens Research Institute in Australia. The project focuses on bioengineered skeletal muscle , stem cell culture , directed differentiation , and bioengineering . The aim i...
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University of Melbourne
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Research Degree Opportunity at the University of Melbourne for a PhD project titled Co-culture of motor neurons and bioengineered skeletal muscle to generate a neuromuscular junction model . This project sits in the Department of Paediatrics , Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, and focuses on building an in vitro neuromuscular junction model using motor neurons and skeletal muscle derived from pluripotent stem cells . The work combines microfluidics , bioengineering , directed d...
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Living costs in Australia
Estimated costs in Australia.
MonthlyYearly | Australia |
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 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | A$34.1k $22,000/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | A$1.9k $1,200/yr |
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | A$1.1k $700/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | A$4.5k $2,880/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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University of Sydney
Australia
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Anesthesiology
Liver Transplantation
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
Perfusion
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UNSW Sydney
Australia
Research Interests
Energy Engineering
Power System
Photovoltaic
Solar Technology
Clean Energy
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Newcastle University
Australia
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Biomaterials
Tissue Repair
Biofabrication
Hydrogel
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Queensland University of Technology
Australia
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
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Flinders University
Australia
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Materials Chemistry
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Nano Biomaterial Synthesis And Characterization
Materials Science
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University of Sydney
Australia
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
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Biofabrication
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Monash Graduate Scholarship
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Monash UniversityAustraliaAnnual
AustraliaAnnualMonash Graduate Scholarship supports domestic and international students undertaking research master's or PhD study at Monash University in Australia, typically with a living-cost stipend and, in some cases, additional scholarship support.
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Research Training Program (RTP)
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Australian GovernmentAustraliaAnnual
AustraliaAnnualThe Research Training Program (RTP) supports higher degree by research students at Australian universities, typically for Master's by Research and PhD study. Funding and eligibility are administered by each participating university.
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International Research Training Program Scholarship (iRTP)
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Australian GovernmentAustraliaAnnual
AustraliaAnnualThe International Research Training Program Scholarship supports international students undertaking higher degree research in Australia, typically at master's by research or PhD level.
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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.