Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Master’s Opportunities in Sustainable Materials in Netherlands
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Arizona State University
United States
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3 days ago
Arizona State University, in partnership with Kepler College in Rwanda, is offering 50 fully funded master's opportunities through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. The programmes focus on technology and innovation, including Business Analytics, Computer Science, Sustainable Engineering, Global Technology and Development, Information Technology, and User Experience. The ASU Online degrees are completed while living in Kigali, Rwanda. The scholarship is designed for African citizens age...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Information Technology
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3 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
Hoon Choi
University of Wyoming
United States
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8 months ago
The Advanced Separation and Purification (ASeP) Laboratory at the University of Wyoming, led by Assistant Professor Hoon Choi, is seeking passionate PhD and MS students to join their research team. The ASeP Lab is part of the Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering and focuses on developing energy-efficient and economically viable separation technologies. Their research aims to address real-world challenges in clean energy and life sciences, with the goal of minimizing ecological impac...
Environmental Science
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
+3 more
8 months ago
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Cheng Zhang
The University of Queensland
Australia
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4 months ago
Fully funded PhD opportunity at The University of Queensland in PFAS remediation , water treatment , polymer chemistry , and materials science . The project is led by Associate Professor Cheng Zhang (Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, UQ) and is supported through an ARC Industry Mid-Career Fellowship in collaboration with The Chemours Company and Queensland Water Directorate (qldwater) . The research focuses on developing next-generation sorbents and magnetic ion-exchang...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
+6 more
4 months ago
Living costs in Netherlands
Estimated costs in Netherlands.
MonthlyYearly |  Netherlands |
|---|---|
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €662 $720/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 | €2.0k $2,160/yr |
 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | €13.8k $15,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Associate Professor
Leiden University (CML)
Netherlands
Research Interests
Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Economics
Life Cycle Assessment
Decarbonization
Sustainable Chemistry
Professor
University of Amsterdam
Netherlands
Research Interests
Polymer Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Polymer Processing
Chemical Synthesis
Bio-based Materials
Professor of Catalysis Engineering
Delft University of Technology
Netherlands
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Catalysis
High-temperature Oxidation
Gas Phase Chemistry
Professors you could contact
Circular Plastics Department of Circular Chemical Engineering Faculty of Science and Engineering Maa
Netherlands
Research Interests
Polymer Chemistry
Environmental Sustainability
Recycling Engineering
Sustainable Materials
Life Cycle Assessment
Prof. at Eindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven University of Technology
Netherlands
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Polymer Chemistry
Sustainable Materials
Catalysis
Sustainable Chemistry
Assistant Professor
Utrecht University
Netherlands
Research Interests
Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Chemistry
Life Cycle Assessment
Sustainable Materials
Biorefinery
Scholarships relevant to you
Leiden University Fund – Lutfia Rabbani Foundation Scholarship
Partially Funded
Leiden University Fund and Lutfia Rabbani FoundationNetherlandsAnnual
NetherlandsAnnualThis scholarship supports short study or research exchanges between Europe and the Arab region, including opportunities connected with Leiden University.
Master
PhD
PostDoc
Radboud Scholarship Programme
Partially Funded
Radboud UniversityNetherlandsAnnual
NetherlandsAnnualThe Radboud Scholarship Programme supports talented international students from outside the European Economic Area to study an English-taught master's degree at Radboud University in the Netherlands.
Master
TU Delft Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarships
Varies
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)NetherlandsAnnual
NetherlandsAnnualA prestigious TU Delft scholarship for outstanding international master's applicants, offering substantial financial support to study in the Netherlands.
Master
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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.