
Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026

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German Academic Exchange Service
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Germany
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DAAD EPOS 2027/28 offers fully funded postgraduate study opportunities in Germany through the German Academic Exchange Service. The programme supports eligible Development-Related Postgraduate Courses at participating German institutions. The scholarship is designed for experienced professionals from developing nations in the Global South. Successful Master's and PhD scholars join postgraduate programmes connected to international development and related academic fields, with the precise researc...
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King's College London
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United Kingdom
2 days ago
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Applications are open for the fully funded Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)-funded London Interdisciplinary Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (LISS DTP) studentships for October 2027 entry. The programme is led by King's College London in partnership with Imperial College London and Queen Mary University of London. Students can propose their own research project in collaboration with an academic supervisor. The available routes are 1+3.5, comprising one year of Master's stu...
2 days ago
University of Edinburgh
Top university
United Kingdom
6 days ago
Top university
The University of Edinburgh is accepting applications for the full-time MScR Korean Studies , a one-year Master’s by Research programme beginning in September 2027. The programme is based in the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures and is designed for students who want to complete an independent research project in Korean studies, either as a stand-alone qualification or as preparation for a future PhD. Students receive training in research skills and methods, complete two 6,000-word re...
6 days ago
Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)
Germany
1 week ago
DAAD EPOS (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses) offers fully funded Master's and PhD scholarships in Germany for professionals from developing countries. The programme is designed for applicants with at least two years of work experience and supports development-oriented postgraduate study across participating university courses. Funding mentioned in the post includes a monthly stipend of about €934 for Master's students and €1,200 for PhD candidates, plus health insurance and a travel allo...
1 week ago
Sciences Po
France
2 weeks ago
Sciences Po is promoting the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 , a fully funded two-year Master's degree opportunity in Paris, France for academically outstanding young leaders from the African continent. The scholarship covers full tuition , a living stipend , housing allowance , and visa support . The post highlights a strong fit for students interested in public policy and related social science fields at Sciences Po. Eligibility highlights: academically outstanding young leaders fr...
2 weeks ago
European Commission
Belgium
2 weeks ago
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees (EMJM) 2027/29 is a major fully funded Master’s scholarship programme supported by the European Commission . It allows students to study at 3 to 4 universities/countries across Europe and beyond while earning a combined Master’s degree . The post highlights study areas such as public policy , energy , and environmental sciences , making it attractive for applicants interested in interdisciplinary European graduate study. Funding includes tuition coverage , a t...
2 weeks ago
Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)
Germany
3 weeks ago
DAAD is promoting the Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance) 2027 , a fully funded Master’s scholarship for graduates from developing countries who want to prepare for leadership roles in public administration, civil society, and economic policy . The programme is designed for future leaders in politics, law, economics, and administration with a focus on good governance . Funding includes a monthly stipend of €934 , health insurance , and travel allowances . This is a schol...
3 weeks ago
Erasmus Mundus EMINENT Consortium
Greece
1 month ago
Mundus MAPP (Master in Public Policy) is a fully funded 2-year joint Master’s program offered by an Erasmus Mundus consortium across top European institutions. The program focuses on public policy , governance , cross-border European mobility , and empirical social science research . It is designed for international students interested in policy analysis, governance, and comparative public policy training in Europe. Funding: tuition is covered and selected students receive a €1,400/month living ...
1 month ago
University of Cambridge
Top university
United Kingdom
1 month ago
Top university
Fully funded Master’s opportunity at the University of Cambridge through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program . This scholarship is aimed at early-to-mid-career African professionals who want to pursue a full-time, one-year Master’s degree in fields such as Computer Science , Agriculture , Economics , Environmental Sciences , STEM, and Public Policy. The programme is designed to support scholars who are committed to sustainable development, climate resilience, innovation, and social impact...
1 month ago
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Deakin University
Closing soon
Australia
3 weeks ago
Closing soon
Deakin University is advertising a Research Fellow position based in Burwood, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia . The role sits within The Evidence Exchange and focuses on public health policy , health equity , corporate governance , and research translation aimed at changing economic and commercial systems to better promote health and equity. The successful candidate will initiate, design, and conduct high-quality research and scholarship, support applications for external competitive funding, and...
3 weeks ago
Brenda Gannon
The University of Queensland
Australia
4 months ago
PhD scholarship opportunity in economics at The University of Queensland , based in the School of Economics and linked to an ARC DECRA project led by Associate Professor David Smerdon . The project sits at the intersection of applied microeconometrics , behavioural economics , health economics , and quantitative research on decision-making and cognitive performance . The research agenda examines how sleep, exercise, diet, and environmental conditions shape real-world behaviour using de-identifie...
4 months ago
Maggie Liu
RMIT University
Australia
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...
3 weeks ago
Estimated costs in Australia.
MonthlyYearly | |
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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
Associate Professor
Curtin University
Australia
Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Economics
Recycling Engineering
Sustainable Materials
Sustainable Construction
Professor
Australian National University
Australia
Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Economics
Sustainable Development
Environmental Conservation
Urban Ecology
Associate Professor at University of Canberra
University of Canberra
Australia
Environmental Politics
Global Governance
Political Ecology
Policy And Governance
Democracy Studies
Professor of Public Policy
University of Melbourne
Australia
Public Policy
Public Administration
Policy And Governance
Policy Studies
Design Thinking
University of Queensland
Australia
Health Communication
Public Policy
Advocacy
Public Health
Public Opinion Research
University of Western Australia
Australia
Public Policy
Health Economics
Policy And Governance
Immunization
Health Policy

Monash 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.

The 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.

The 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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