
Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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Massey University’s Toi Rauwhārangi College of Creative Arts is accepting applications for five mission-led Research Master’s Scholarships. The scholarships are embedded within the College’s research clusters and are intended for postgraduate applicants interested in creative arts research and mission-led inquiry. Specific research topics, eligibility requirements, funding amounts, and tuition arrangements should be confirmed on the official Massey University scholarship webpage. Applications cl...
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University of Edinburgh MSc by Research in Scottish History The University of Edinburgh is accepting applications for a postgraduate research MSc in Scottish History, beginning in September 2027. The programme is available full time for one year or part time for two years and is based in the School of History, Classics and Archaeology in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Students undertake a substantial piece of supervised independent research culminating in a 30,000-word dissertation. Research can spa...
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The University of Edinburgh invites applications for its Scandinavian Studies MScR , a postgraduate research master’s programme in the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures. The programme is designed for students who want to complete an independent research project in Scandinavian languages, literatures, cultures and the wider Nordic region. It can serve as preparation for a PhD or as a standalone research qualification. Students may study full-time for one year or part-time for two year...
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University of Edinburgh MScR in Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies (Hispanic Studies) This postgraduate research master's programme is designed for students who want to complete an independent research project in Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American studies. It can serve as preparation for a PhD or as a stand-alone qualification for careers requiring advanced research, language, analytical and critical-thinking skills. Students complete research-methods training, two 6,000-word res...
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The University of Edinburgh’s Edinburgh College of Art invites applications for the Sound Design MScR , a postgraduate research programme beginning in September 2027. The degree is available full-time over one year or part-time over two years and is based at the Lauriston campus. The programme is designed for applicants with creative and/or professional experience in sound design, sonic art, electronic composition or related fields. Research may explore sound design, sonic art, digital compositi...
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The University of Edinburgh
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The University of Edinburgh is accepting applications for its Japanese MScR, a postgraduate research master’s programme beginning in September 2027. The programme is offered full-time for one year or part-time for two years. This MScR is designed for students who want to undertake an independent research project in Japanese studies. Students complete research-skills and methods training, two supervised 6,000-word research assignments, and a supervised 15,000-word dissertation. The programme can ...
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University of Edinburgh
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MScR French and Francophone Studies at the University of Edinburgh is a postgraduate research degree for students who want to complete an independent masters-level dissertation in French and Francophone studies. The programme is offered in full-time (1 year) and part-time (2 years) formats, with a start date of September 2027 . It is based in the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures , within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences , at the Central Area campus in Edinburgh, U...
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University of Edinburgh Chinese MScR (Master of Science by Research) in the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures , within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences . This is a research-focused master’s degree for students who want to complete an independent dissertation in Chinese studies and build a pathway toward a PhD or research career. The programme offers full-time study over 1 year or part-time study over 2 years, with a September 2027 start. Students take research skil...
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University of Edinburgh
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Architecture MScR at the University of Edinburgh (Edinburgh College of Art / ESALA) is a postgraduate research programme for students interested in focused, independent architectural inquiry. The programme supports research across architectural conservation , architectural history, theory and criticism , design-led research and studio practice , technology, environment and sustainability , interior design , landscape architecture , and urban strategies and design . It is designed for applicants ...
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Estimated costs in Italy.
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![]() Health Insurance Student health insurance or surcharge per year | €138 $150/yr |
![]() Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €442 $480/yr |
![]() University Accommodation On-campus student housing per year | €3.3k $3,600/yr |
![]() Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | €1.7k $1,800/yr |
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