
Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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German Academic Exchange Service
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Germany
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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...
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Stockholm Environment Institute
Sweden
3 days ago
The Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals 2027/28 offers fully funded one- or two-year master's study in Sweden for future leaders committed to sustainable development in their home countries. Eligible study interests include governance, public health, entrepreneurship and innovation, and STEM. Applicants must be citizens of one of the 34 eligible countries, have documented professional experience—3,000 or more hours for most countries—and demonstrate leadership experience. They...
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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...
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Harvard University
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United States
4 days ago
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Harvard University's Weatherhead Center for International Affairs welcomes applications from graduate students and postdoctoral scholars across disciplines whose research engages with international, transnational, global, or comparative national issues. Eligible projects may address contemporary or historical topics, rigorous policy analysis, or the study of specific countries and regions outside the United States. The opportunity is relevant to students and researchers in international relation...
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University of Edinburgh
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United Kingdom
4 days ago
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The University of Edinburgh invites applications for postgraduate research study in Science and Technology Studies (STS) , offering both a PhD and an MSc by Research (MScR) for September 2027 entry. The programmes are based in the School of Social and Political Science within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. The MScR develops research skills in the social sciences with a specific focus on STS and is recommended as preparation for many students intending to pursue a PhD. It ca...
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University of Edinburgh
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United Kingdom
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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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University of Edinburgh
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United Kingdom
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Social and Political Science MScR at the University of Edinburgh is a postgraduate research master’s programme for students preparing to undertake doctoral-level research in social or political science. It combines structured research training with an independent research project supported by a supervisor. The programme is available full time for one year or part time for two years , beginning in September 2027. Research interests may include African Studies, Global Health Policy, International ...
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University of Edinburgh
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United Kingdom
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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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The University of Edinburgh
United Kingdom
4 days ago
The University of Edinburgh is accepting applications for the MScR Scottish Ethnology , a postgraduate research programme beginning in September 2027. The programme is designed for students who want to undertake an independent research project in Scottish ethnology, traditional and popular culture, folklore, heritage, and ethnographic practice. Students develop research skills through methods training, two 5,000-word research assignments, and a supervised 20,000-word dissertation. Research inter...
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Estimated costs in Poland.
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![]() Dining Out & Social Restaurants, cafes, and social dining per year | zł4.9k $1,200/yr |
![]() University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | zł14.2k $3,500/yr |
![]() Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | zł972 $240/yr |
![]() Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | zł2.4k $600/yr |
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University of Warsaw
Poland
Bioarchaeology
Archaeometry
Paleoanthropology
Archaeology
Paleoenvironmental Studies
University of Łódź
Poland
Modern History
Military History
Polish Literature
World War I
History
Professor
Uniwersytet Jagielloński w Krakowie
Poland
Ancient History
Medieval History
Ancient Studies
Roman Studies
Roman History
Associate professor
University of Łódź
Poland
Cultural History
Bioarchaeology
Archaeology
History
Holocaust Studies
University of Łódź
Poland
Illustration
Modern History
Polish Literature
World War I
History
assistant professor
University of Silesia
Poland
Cultural History
Modern History
Polish Literature
History
English Language

Charles Wallace India Trust Scholarships support Indian nationals in the arts, heritage conservation and humanities to undertake short-term study, training or research in the United Kingdom.

The Canon Collins RMTF Scholarships support postgraduate study for students from selected southern African countries, usually for study in South Africa.

The Yenching Academy Scholarship funds an interdisciplinary master's degree in China Studies at Peking University for outstanding international and domestic students.
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