
Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026

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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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King's College London
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United Kingdom
2 days ago
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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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University of Edinburgh
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United Kingdom
6 days ago
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The University of Edinburgh is accepting applications for the full-time MScR Korean Studies , a one-year Master’s by Research programme beginning in September 2027. The programme is based in the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures and is designed for students who want to complete an independent research project in Korean studies, either as a stand-alone qualification or as preparation for a future PhD. Students receive training in research skills and methods, complete two 6,000-word re...
6 days ago
Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)
Germany
1 week ago
DAAD EPOS (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses) offers fully funded Master's and PhD scholarships in Germany for professionals from developing countries. The programme is designed for applicants with at least two years of work experience and supports development-oriented postgraduate study across participating university courses. Funding mentioned in the post includes a monthly stipend of about €934 for Master's students and €1,200 for PhD candidates, plus health insurance and a travel allo...
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Sciences Po
France
2 weeks ago
Sciences Po is promoting the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 , a fully funded two-year Master's degree opportunity in Paris, France for academically outstanding young leaders from the African continent. The scholarship covers full tuition , a living stipend , housing allowance , and visa support . The post highlights a strong fit for students interested in public policy and related social science fields at Sciences Po. Eligibility highlights: academically outstanding young leaders fr...
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European Commission
Belgium
2 weeks ago
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees (EMJM) 2027/29 is a major fully funded Master’s scholarship programme supported by the European Commission . It allows students to study at 3 to 4 universities/countries across Europe and beyond while earning a combined Master’s degree . The post highlights study areas such as public policy , energy , and environmental sciences , making it attractive for applicants interested in interdisciplinary European graduate study. Funding includes tuition coverage , a t...
2 weeks ago
Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)
Germany
3 weeks ago
DAAD is promoting the Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance) 2027 , a fully funded Master’s scholarship for graduates from developing countries who want to prepare for leadership roles in public administration, civil society, and economic policy . The programme is designed for future leaders in politics, law, economics, and administration with a focus on good governance . Funding includes a monthly stipend of €934 , health insurance , and travel allowances . This is a schol...
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Erasmus Mundus EMINENT Consortium
Greece
1 month ago
Mundus MAPP (Master in Public Policy) is a fully funded 2-year joint Master’s program offered by an Erasmus Mundus consortium across top European institutions. The program focuses on public policy , governance , cross-border European mobility , and empirical social science research . It is designed for international students interested in policy analysis, governance, and comparative public policy training in Europe. Funding: tuition is covered and selected students receive a €1,400/month living ...
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University of Cambridge
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United Kingdom
1 month ago
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Fully funded Master’s opportunity at the University of Cambridge through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program . This scholarship is aimed at early-to-mid-career African professionals who want to pursue a full-time, one-year Master’s degree in fields such as Computer Science , Agriculture , Economics , Environmental Sciences , STEM, and Public Policy. The programme is designed to support scholars who are committed to sustainable development, climate resilience, innovation, and social impact...
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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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Bielefeld University Bielefeld Germany
Germany
Public Policy
Health Economics
Political Science
Policy Studies
Policy And Governance
Researcher (Social and Economic Research) at Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University
United Kingdom
Global Health
Maternal And Child Health
Public Health
Tuberculosi
Biology
Junior Assistant Professor (RTDA)
Roma Tre University
Italy
Labor Economics
Development Economics
Economics
Monetary Policy
Labor Market
Assistant Professor
Poznań University of Economics and Business
Poland
Public Policy
International Economics
Immigration Studies
International Migration
Policy And Governance
Assistant Professor
University of Gdańsk
Poland
Public Administration
Organizational Behavior
Governance
Text Analytics
Value Co-creation
Professor of Public Policy
SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities
Poland
Public Policy
Public Administration
Policy And Governance
Innovation Policy
Policy Studies
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