Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Master’s Opportunities in Materials Engineering in Germany
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The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s Environmental Laboratory (EL) is a multidisciplinary research environment focused on environmental science and engineering solutions for the U.S. Army, the Department of Defense, and the nation. This research opportunity sits within the Materials and Surface Science Team (MASS), where the selected participant will work on cross-cutting projects that connect computer science and AI/ML with materials science. Under mentor guidance, the parti...
Computer Science
Data Science
Chemistry
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Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry
Japan
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4 days ago
The Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry (CRIEPI) is recruiting one full-time researcher at a researcher/postdoctoral-equivalent or chief-researcher-equivalent level in the Materials Science Research Division of its Energy Transformation Research Headquarters. The project concerns the evaluation and improvement of long-term reliability in high-voltage, high-current power semiconductor devices and power electronics equipment used for power control applications. Research may addre...
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Materials Engineering
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4 days ago
Mahdi Vaezi
Northern Illinois University
United States
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1 week ago
Mahdi Vaezi at Northern Illinois University is recruiting a fully funded Graduate Research Assistant for the NIU Bioplastics Lab , starting in Spring 2027 . The selected student will enroll in the M.S. in Industrial Management and Engineering Technology in NIU’s Department of Engineering Technology while conducting research in a lab focused on bioplastics , biocomposites , polymers , and sustainable materials . This opportunity is especially relevant for applicants with backgrounds in materials ...
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
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1 week ago
Université de Sherbrooke
Canada
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1 month ago
Funded opportunities are available at Université de Sherbrooke in Canada for Master’s, PhD, and postdoctoral candidates working on the ATLAS II research project focused on predictive digital engineering for the lightweighting of recreational vehicles, including snowmobiles. The project combines mechanical engineering , materials science , manufacturing processes , numerical modeling , AI , and digital twins . Research topics include advanced aluminum alloys, alloy characterization, hot forming, ...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Mechanical Engineering
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Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon
Closing soon
Germany
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2 weeks ago
Closing soon
Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon (Institute of Materials and Process Design) is offering a 4-year PhD position in computational materials engineering , machine learning , and digital twins for advanced lightweight materials in Germany . The project focuses on physics-guided digital twin development for magnesium alloys , aiming to build quantitative composition-process-structure-property relationships. The research combines experimental characterization , crystal plasticity , phase-field modeling , prec...
Computer Science
Chemistry
Mechanical Engineering
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2 weeks ago
RWTH Aachen University
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Top university
Germany
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2 weeks ago
Closing soon
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Fully funded PhD position in biomedical materials at RWTH Aachen University , Germany, in the Biomaterials Group at the Department of Biohybrid & Medical Textiles (BioTex), Institute of Applied Medical Engineering. This opportunity is aimed at candidates with a strong background in biochemistry , biomedical engineering , biotechnology , biology , biomaterials , materials science , or a related life science discipline. The post specifically asks for experience in cell culture or biomaterial chara...
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
Chemistry
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2 weeks ago
German Academic Exchange Service
Germany
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3 weeks ago
DAAD Scholarship 2027 is a major fully funded opportunity from the German Academic Exchange Service for international students from developing and emerging countries. It supports both Master's and PhD study in Germany across all disciplines , making it relevant for applicants in fields such as computer science, biology, physics, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, environmental science, public health, and business. The post highlights generous funding: €992/month for Master's students and €1,30...
Computer Science
Chemistry
Environmental Science
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3 weeks ago
Living costs in Germany
Estimated costs in Germany.
MonthlyYearly | Germany |
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 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | €5.0k $5,400/yr |
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €662 $720/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €552 $600/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | €828 $900/yr |
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Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Germany
Research Interests
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University of Kassel
Germany
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Solid Mechanics
Materials Science
Nanomechanics
Spark Plasma Sintering
LMU University Hospital
Germany
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Prosthodontics
Materials Science
Ceramics Engineering
High-temperature Materials
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Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
Germany
Research Interests
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University of Freiburg
Germany
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Condensed Matter Physics
Semiconductor Physics
Perovskite Physics
Electrocatalysis
LMU University Hospital
Germany
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Solid Mechanics
Materials Science
Ceramics Engineering
High-temperature Materials
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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.