Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Master’s Opportunities in Atmospheric Science in New Zealand
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Ohio University
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4 days ago
Ohio University in Athens, Ohio, USA, is offering a fully funded, two-year Master’s graduate research assistantship in Geography with a focus on meteorology, beginning in Fall 2027. The thesis project will examine supercell–squall line mergers and their effects on mesoscale dynamics and rear inflow. Research may include numerical modelling, mesoscale meteorology, radar observations, atmospheric analysis, convective life cycles, and mesoscale convective systems. The Dillon Blount Research Group a...
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Climatology
Atmospheric Science
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University of Edinburgh
Top university
United Kingdom
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1 week ago
Top university
University of Edinburgh School of GeoSciences is offering a GeoSciences (Individual Project - Taught Pathway) MScR for full-time, on-campus study starting in September 2027 . This is a Masters by Research programme designed for students who want to develop an independent research project in Earth Science , Environmental Science , Geography , Geology , Geophysics , and related GeoSciences areas. Research themes mentioned include atmospheric and environmental sciences, geology and geophysics, huma...
Geology
Environmental Science
Remote Sensing
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Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
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United Kingdom
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4 weeks ago
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Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is inviting applications for a fully funded Postdoctoral Researcher position in AI for Weather Forecasting within the Computing and Mathematical Sciences Division. The project is supervised by Prof. Souhaib Ben Taieb and is part of a collaborative research program between MBZUAI and the AI for Climate initiative at the University of Chicago . The work is supported by the International Affairs Office at the Presidential Court of the...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Agriculture
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Living costs in New Zealand
Estimated costs in New Zealand.
MonthlyYearly |  New Zealand |
|---|---|
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | NZ$16.4k $9,600/yr |
 University Accommodation On-campus student housing per year | NZ$12.3k $7,200/yr |
 Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | NZ$641 $375/yr |
 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | NZ$37.6k $22,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Laval University
Canada
Research Interests
Environmental Chemistry
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Concordia University
Canada
Research Interests
Energy Engineering
Landscape Architecture
Indoor Air Quality
Cloud Physics
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University of Toronto
Canada
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University of Canterbury
New Zealand
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University of Otago
New Zealand
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University of Otago
New Zealand
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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.