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

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RIKEN
Japan
4 days ago
RIKEN’s Research Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research is recruiting one Researcher, Special Researcher/Postdoctoral Fellow, or Research Associate for the Physical Biology Research Team in Kobe, Hyogo, Japan. The fixed-term position is available from April 1, 2027 or by consultation and will study fundamental principles governing cells and multicellular populations. The team combines mathematical science and life science to investigate order formation in living systems, including cellular pola...
4 days ago
Université de Sherbrooke
Canada
5 days ago
Funded Master’s and PhD positions are available in Dr. Rony Chidiac’s Group (Chidiac Lab) within the Department of Pharmacology-Physiology at the Centre de recherche du CHUS (CRCHUS), Université de Sherbrooke, Canada. The research focuses on human pluripotent stem cell (hPSC)-derived choroidal endothelial cells for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) disease modeling. The project is suited to students interested in stem cell biology, vascular biology, ocular diseases, pharmacology, and cell b...
5 days ago
University of Edinburgh
Top university
United Kingdom
1 week ago
Top university
PhD and MScR opportunity in Integrative Physiology at the University of Edinburgh , within the Centre for Discovery Brain Sciences and the School of Neurological and Cardiovascular Sciences. The programme is based at Edinburgh BioQuarter in the United Kingdom and focuses on understanding fundamental mechanisms and pathways relevant to human function in health and disease across the life course. Research in this area spans molecular, cellular, systems, and behavioural biology , with strong links ...
1 week ago
University of Edinburgh
Top university
United Kingdom
1 week ago
Top university
PhD and MScR opportunities in Genetics and Molecular Medicine are available at the University of Edinburgh , within the MRC Human Genetics Unit and the School of Genetics and Cancer . The programme is research-focused and highlights strengths in genetics , molecular biology , biochemistry , cell biology , and especially computational biology . This is a postgraduate research programme with both PhD and MScR routes. Study options include full-time and part-time modes, with multiple start dates. T...
1 week ago
University of Bristol
Top university
United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
Top university
The University of Bristol’s School of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences is inviting applications for postgraduate research study in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences , with awards available for both PhD and MSc by Research . This programme covers a broad range of research themes, including cancer biology , engineering biology , genome biology , infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance , modulation and translation of immunity , and organelle biology and protein homeostasis . The sch...
2 weeks ago
University of Bristol
Top university
United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
Top university
The University of Bristol is advertising postgraduate research study in Biochemistry through the School of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences. The programme includes both a PhD and an MSc by Research , with research opportunities spanning biochemistry, cancer biology, virology, microbiology, cell biology, immunology, developmental and tissue biology , and related biomedical sciences. The school highlights a strong translational research environment, combining basic discovery science with clini...
2 weeks ago
Forschungszentrum Jülich
Closing soon
Germany
2 weeks ago
Closing soon
Master thesis opportunity at the Institute of Bio- and Geosciences – Biotechnology (IBG-1) , Forschungszentrum Jülich, in the Microscale Bioengineering research group. The project focuses on the photosynthetic activity of photoautotrophic organisms at the single-cell level . You will work with a microscope-based saturation pulse method developed by the group (similar to PAM fluorometry) inside a microfluidic system , combining experimental biotechnology with fluorescence microscopy , computer-as...
2 weeks ago
Iowa State University
United States
2 weeks ago
Masters and PhD admission is open in Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology at Iowa State University (ISU). This opportunity is aimed at students interested in molecular biology, cell biology, and developmental biology, with a strong life sciences focus. The post announces that the application portal is now open for Fall 2027 admission. Institution: Iowa State University, United States. Degree levels: Masters and PhD. Funding: not specified in the post. Eligibility: no detailed requiremen...
2 weeks ago
University of Melbourne
Top university
Australia
1 month ago
Top university
Research Degree Opportunity at The University of Melbourne Project title: Investigating the Health Impacts of Micro- and Nanoplastics: From Nanomaterials and Measurement to Experimental Models and Cell Biology . This interdisciplinary research degree project examines the health impacts of micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs), with a focus on where these particles accumulate in human tissues and how they affect biological systems. The project brings together nanotechnology , analytical chemistry , biom...
1 month ago
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Estimated costs in Finland.
MonthlyYearly | |
|---|---|
![]() Dining Out & Social Restaurants, cafes, and social dining per year | €2.0k $2,160/yr |
![]() Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | €414 $450/yr |
![]() Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | €442 $480/yr |
![]() Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | €368 $400/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Professor of Structural Biology
University of Helsinki
Finland
Virology
Biochemistry
Structural Biology
Bacteriophage
Membrane Biology
Helsinki University Hospital & University of Helsinki
Finland
Immunology
Cell Biology
Cancer Biology
Hematology
Immunohistochemistry
Associate Prof. (tenure)
University of Oulu
Finland
Cell Biology
Pharmacology
Cancer Biology
Receptor Biology
Epithelial-mesenchymal Transition
Assistant Professor (tenure track)
University of Eastern Finland
Finland
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Cancer Biology
Transcriptional Regulation
Hormone Biology
Professor
University of Tampere
Finland
Cell Biology
Immunology
Cancer Biology
Prostate Cancer
Spermatogenesis
University of Helsinki
Finland
Cell Biology
Immunology
Extracellular Vesicle
Inflammatory Biology
Endothelial Cell Biology

University of Helsinki Scholarships support international students applying to master's programmes in Finland, mainly through tuition fee waivers and, in some cases, additional relocation or living support.

Finland Government Scholarships and Finnish university waivers support international students applying for Master's study in Finland, while PhD study is generally tuition-free and often offered through salaried research positions.
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