Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Master’s Opportunities in Biomaterials in France
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International Max Planck Research School for Molecules of Life
Germany
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4 days ago
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
Molecular Biology
Chemistry
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4 days ago
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Sorbonne Université
France
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7 months ago
A fully funded PhD position is available in nanomedicine research, focusing on the development of gold nanoparticles decorated with POM-bisphosphonates for targeted bone cancer treatment. The project is a collaboration between Sorbonne Université (Paris) and Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, supervised by Anne Vallée (LRS, Sorbonne Université) and Frédéric Velard (UR BIOS, Université de Reims). The research aims to address the challenge of bone metastases in advanced cancers by creating a m...
Chemistry
Materials Science
Drug Delivery
+6 more
7 months ago
CNRS & Ecole Polytechnique
France
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1 month ago
We’re hiring a postdoc or PhD-qualified research engineer in single-cell and spatial bioinformatics in Bordeaux, France . Join the Computational Biology and Bioinformatics team at IBGC (CNRS) to study how cancer stem cells and immunosuppressive myeloid cells communicate in liver cancer / hepatocellular carcinoma . This INCa PLBIO-funded project combines single-cell RNA-seq , single-cell epigenomics , and spatial transcriptomics from human tumours, plus RNA-seq and proteomics from co-culture expe...
Computer Science
Biomedical Engineering
Biology
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1 month ago
LAAS CNRS & University of Toulouse
France
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2 weeks ago
PhD position in 3D nanoelectrode-engineered flexible epicortical brain probes for in vivo recording and stimulation . This interdisciplinary project sits at the interface of nanotechnology , flexible bioelectronics , materials science , electrical engineering , and neuroscience . The work will develop a new generation of flexible epicortical brain probes, combining flexible neural probe technologies developed at ICN2, Barcelona with 3D nanoelectrode technologies from LAAS-CNRS, Université de Tou...
Biomedical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
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2 weeks ago
Living costs in France
Estimated costs in France.
MonthlyYearly | France |
|---|---|
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | €368 $400/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | €5.5k $6,000/yr |
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €552 $600/yr |
 Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | €91 $99/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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INSA Lyon
France
Research Interests
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Université Clermont Auvergne
France
Research Interests
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Assistant Professor
CY Cergy Paris Université
France
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Tissue Engineering
Materials Science
Bioceramics
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University of Montpellier
France
Research Interests
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Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne
France
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
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Associate Professor
Toulouse INP
France
Research Interests
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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.