Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Master’s Opportunities in Plant Biology in Japan
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University of New Brunswick
Canada
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1 week ago
New Master of Science in Forestry (MScF) opportunity at the University of New Brunswick in Canada . The project is titled High-throughput phenotyping black spruce stress resilience and is co-supervised by Dr. Funda Ogut (Canadian Forest Services) and Dr. Christopher Wong (ForEM). The research focuses on how climate change-driven drought and spruce budworm disturbances affect forest health and productivity, with an emphasis on improving resilience in black spruce populations. The successful candi...
Physiology
Environmental Science
Plant Biology
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1 week ago
Texas A&M University
United States
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2 weeks ago
Texas A&M University’s Department of Soil and Crop Sciences is advertising a fully funded M.S. and Ph.D. position in Turfgrass Management in the United States. The opportunity is centered on turfgrass management with related academic areas including agronomy , horticulture , plant science , and soil science . The post indicates that applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields, or a closely related discipline, and should bring experience in turfgrass maintenance and manageme...
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Plant Biology
+5 more
2 weeks ago
Texas A&M University
United States
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2 weeks ago
Fully funded Masters and PhD positions are available in Turfgrass Management at Texas A&M University in Dr. Baoxin Chang’s Turfgrass Program, Department of Soil and Crop Sciences. The opportunity is aimed at students with a background in turfgrass management , agronomy , horticulture , plant science , or soil science , especially those with prior experience in turfgrass maintenance and management. The post indicates the positions are fully funded and are for a Spring 2027 start. To apply, email ...
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Plant Biology
+5 more
2 weeks ago
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Popular positions
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University
Japan
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2 months ago
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University is recruiting for Open positions in plant regenerative developmental biology in the Biological Design Unit in Okinawa, Japan. The post is at the postdoctoral scholar / staff scientist level and focuses on plant molecular biology and physiology , with an emphasis on plant regeneration, developmental biology, synthetic biology, biomaterials, stem cell biology, and metabolic engineering. The unit studies plant development through highl...
Agriculture
Biology
Stem Cell Biology
+2 more
2 months ago
RIKEN
Japan
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2 months ago
RIKEN’s Research Center for Environmental Resource Science is recruiting for the Metabolic Systems Research Team in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan. This is a fixed-term Researcher / Postdoctoral Fellow opportunity in plant metabolism , metabolic engineering , and bio-manufacturing , linked to the JST Innovative GX Technology Creation Program (GteX) project Construction of an Advanced Plant Bio-Manufacturing Platform . The team studies how plant metabolites are biosynthesized, accumulated, and regulat...
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
Biology
+7 more
2 months ago
Jichi Medical University
Japan
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2 months ago
Jichi Medical University is recruiting experienced technical staff, senior technicians/lab managers, postdocs, and specially appointed researchers in life sciences / molecular biology at its Plastic Surgery course in Tochigi, Japan. The role includes animal experiments and management, tissue staining, Western blotting, real-time q-PCR, cell culture, laboratory maintenance (buffer preparation, reagent management, ordering), technical guidance for graduate students, preparation of ethics and anima...
Molecular Biology
Biology
Medical Science
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2 months ago
Living costs in Japan
Estimated costs in Japan.
MonthlyYearly | Japan |
|---|---|
 Dining Out & Social Restaurants, cafes, and social dining per year | ¥360.0k $2,400/yr |
 Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | ¥4.5k $30/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | ¥360.0k $2,400/yr |
 Health Insurance Student health insurance or surcharge per year | ¥30.0k $200/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Assistant Professor
University of Tokyo
Japan
Research Interests
Botany
Horticulture
Plant Biology
Plant Reproduction
Plant Morphology
University of Tokyo
Japan
Research Interests
Botany
Cell Biology
Plant Biology
Plant Morphology
Chloroplast Biology
Professor
Kyoto University
Japan
Research Interests
Botany
Cell Biology
Plant Biology
Phytohormones
Plant Biochemistry
Professors you could contact
Professor
University of Tokyo
Japan
Research Interests
Botany
Cell Biology
Plant Biology
Phytohormones
Developmental Biology
University of Tokyo
Japan
Research Interests
Botany
Cell Biology
Plant Biology
Plant Morphology
Chloroplast Biology
Associate Professor
Hiroshima University
Japan
Research Interests
Botany
Crop Science
Plant Biology
Chloroplast Biology
Phytohormones
Scholarships relevant to you
JASSO Scholarship
Varies
Japan Student Services OrganizationJapanAnnual
JapanAnnualJASSO scholarships support international students studying in Japan, mainly through monthly stipends and, in some cases, additional university-based tuition support.
Bachelor
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PhD
YLP MEXT Scholarship
Fully Funded
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Government of JapanJapanAnnual
JapanAnnualThe YLP MEXT Scholarship supports mid-career professionals to pursue selected one-year master's-level Young Leaders' Program courses at designated universities in Japan.
Master
Business
Law
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ADB-Japan Scholarship Program
Fully Funded
Asian Development Bank and the Government of JapanJapanAnnual
JapanAnnualThe ADB-Japan Scholarship Program supports full-time master's study in development-related fields at selected institutions in Asia and the Pacific for students from ADB borrowing member countries.
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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.