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

No perfect match, but here’s what’s close
Sign up to get smarter filters and better matches.
German Academic Exchange Service
Just Landed
Germany
Posted Yesterday
Just Landed
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...
Posted Yesterday
King's College London
United Kingdom
3 days ago
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...
3 days ago
University of Edinburgh
Top university
United Kingdom
1 week 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...
1 week 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
Sign up free to see them all, and ask ApplyKite Twin which ones fit you best.
Estimated costs in Ireland.
MonthlyYearly | |
|---|---|
![]() Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | €460 $500/yr |
![]() Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | €2.2k $2,400/yr |
![]() Dining Out & Social Restaurants, cafes, and social dining per year | €2.2k $2,400/yr |
![]() Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | €883 $960/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Full Professor
Sapienza University of Rome
Italy
International Economics
Political Economy
Economics
Monetary Policy
Fiscal Policy
Prof.
University of Bern
Switzerland
Environmental Politics
Environmental Policy
Policy And Governance
Herbicide Resistance
Science Policy
Full Professor of Economics
University of Fribourg
Switzerland
Microeconomics
International Economics
Monetary Policy
Monetary Theory
Market Dynamics
Associate Professor
University of Limerick
Ireland
Public Administration
Public Policy
Public Finance
Public Economics
Public-private Partnership
Lecturer
Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest
Ireland
Sports Psychology
Public Policy
Irish Studies
Alcohol Use
Ireland
Clinical Assistant Professor
University College Dublin College of Health Sciences
Ireland
Medical Imaging
Epidemiology
Trauma-informed Care
Emergency Preparedness
Point-of-care Testing

The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships support high-achieving international students for one year of master's, postgraduate diploma, or PhD study in Ireland with a stipend and full tuition waiver.

The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme supports outstanding students of any nationality to pursue a Research Master's or PhD in Ireland across all disciplines.

The Teagasc Walsh Scholars Programme funds Masters and PhD research in Ireland across agriculture, food, environment, climate and rural development, with projects based in Teagasc centres and partner universities.
ApplyKite Twin
Your Twin reads your CV, searches every position by meaning, not keywords, and learns what you want as you apply. Ask it anything about your application.

ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026

ApplyKite Editorial 2 Nov 2026

ApplyKite Editorial 1 Nov 2026