Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH
Austria
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1 week ago
The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology in Vienna, Austria is offering a master’s thesis position in the Center for Energy, within the Competence Unit Power and Renewable Gas Systems . The project sits in the research field of Energy Conversion and Hydrogen Technologies and focuses on electrocatalytic CO2 reduction , specifically the development, synthesis, and characterization of Ni-alloy thin-film catalysts . The thesis topic is titled “Development of Ni-Alloy Electrocatalysts for Electrocata...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Materials Science
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AIT Austrian Institute of Technology
Austria
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2 weeks ago
AIT Austrian Institute of Technology is inviting applications for a Master Thesis position in the Center for Energy in Vienna, within the Competence Unit Power and Renewable Gas Systems . The project focuses on development of Ni-alloy electrocatalysts for electrocatalytic CO2 reduction , with emphasis on materials science , electrochemistry , thin-film catalyst synthesis , and structural characterization . The research is part of the broader field of Energy Conversion and Hydrogen Technologies a...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
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2 weeks ago
Dalhousie University
Canada
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1 month ago
Wu Lab at Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia, Canada is recruiting PhD and MSc/Master's students for research on biodegradable thread-based materials for soft transient electronics . The opportunity sits at the intersection of materials science , biomedical engineering , bioelectronics , microfluidics , biosensors , electrochemistry , and analytical chemistry . The post specifically welcomes applicants with experience in these areas or related fields. Interested candidates should email yunyun.w...
Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
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1 month ago
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MONASH UNIVERSITY
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Australia
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2 months ago
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Monash University is advertising a double PhD degree opportunity with the University of Bayreuth for a project on accelerating organic semiconductor discovery with generative AI, molecular dynamics, and density functional theory (DFT) . The research sits at the intersection of materials science , computational chemistry , scientific machine learning , and physics , with a focus on designing next-generation organic semiconductor materials with tailored optoelectronic properties. The program is pa...
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University of New South Wales
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Australia
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UNSW is advertising a Postdoctoral Fellow in Chemistry based in Sydney, Australia . The project focuses on electrocatalysts , ion exchange membranes , electrolyzers , and fuel cells , with responsibilities spanning synthesis, prototyping, scaled-up demonstration, performance/durability assessment, and life-cycle cost analysis. The role sits in the School of Chemistry at the University of New South Wales and reports to Professor Chuan Zhao and Dr Quentin Meyer . The successful candidate will cont...
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RMIT University
Australia
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1 month ago
PhD opportunity at RMIT University on Electrochemical Recycling of Permanent Magnets for Sustainable Energy Materials . This project sits within an active Quad Clean Energy Supply Chain Diversification Project and focuses on recovering critical rare-earth elements , supporting circular-economy approaches, and strengthening resilient clean-energy supply chains. The research is highly relevant to Materials Science , Chemistry , Chemical Engineering , and Environmental Science , with opportunities ...
Chemistry
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Living costs in Australia
Estimated costs in Australia.
MonthlyYearly | Australia |
|---|---|
 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 |
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Australia
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Australia
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Curtin University
Australia
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Hydrogen Storage
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Energy Materials
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University of Queensland
Australia
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MONASH UNIVERSITY
Australia
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
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University of Sydney
Australia
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Electrochemistry
Electrocatalysis
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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.