Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Master’s Opportunities in Plant Biology in Spain
No perfect match, but here’s what’s close
Sign up to get smarter filters and better matches.
University of New Brunswick
Canada
.
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
+10 more
1 week ago
Texas A&M University
United States
.
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
.
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
Tell ApplyKite Twin what you're looking for
It searches every opening by meaning, not keywords, and learns what you want as you go.
Popular positions
SUSBIOCROP Doctoral Training Network (multiple European universities, coordinated by University of the Basque Country)
Spain
.
1 month ago
SUS-BIOCROP Doctoral Training Network is announcing eight doctoral projects focused on sustainable agriculture and bio-based crop protection. The research themes include safer nanoparticles for crop protection, RNA-based biofungicides, materials that activate plant defences, peptide biopesticides, sprayable particles inspired by plant hairs, water-retaining hydrogels, smart seed coatings and HybriBots, and biodegradable mulch materials. This is a PhD-level opportunity within the European Union-f...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Agriculture
+10 more
1 month ago
Agrotecnio – CERCA Center
Spain
.
1 month ago
Fully funded PhD opportunity in crop resilience, biotechnology, and AI at Agrotecnio – CERCA Center , in collaboration with the University of Lleida in Spain. The position is part of the Horizon Europe BIOCRAFT project and focuses on research topics such as genome editing , plant biotechnology , rice–fungal interactions , rice blast disease , AI-driven high-throughput phenotyping , genomics , multi-omics integration , soil microbiome monitoring , climate-resilient crop improvement , and advanced...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Agriculture
+7 more
1 month ago
Centro de Biotecnología y Genómica de Plantas
Spain
.
1 month ago
PhD student position available in Molecular Mechanisms of Root Stem Cell Regeneration Under Climate Instability at the Center for Plant Biotechnology and Genomics in Madrid, Spain . This opportunity is centered on plant biotechnology, molecular biology, root biology, genomics, transcriptomics, quantitative genetics, bioinformatics, and plant breeding. The project title suggests a strong focus on how root stem cells regenerate under climate-related stress or instability, making it relevant for st...
Molecular Biology
Agriculture
Biotechnology
+6 more
1 month ago
Living costs in Spain
Estimated costs in Spain.
MonthlyYearly | Spain |
|---|---|
 Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | €138 $150/yr |
 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | €2.8k $3,000/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | €5.0k $5,400/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €442 $480/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Universitat Politècnica de València
Spain
Research Interests
Crop Science
Botany
Plant Biology
Salinity Tolerance
Plant-soil Interaction
Professor (Full) of Plant Physiology
Universidad de León
Spain
Research Interests
Crop Science
Tissue Engineering
Plant Biology
Cell Wall
Plant-pathogen Interaction
Associate Professor (Profesor Titular)
University of Malaga
Spain
Research Interests
Crop Science
Food Science
Plant Biology
Fruit Science
Quantitative Trait Loci (qtl) Mapping
Professors you could contact
Full Professor
Universitat Politècnica de València
Spain
Research Interests
Botany
Crop Science
Plant Biology
Plant Breeding
Chloroplast Biology
Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Universitat Politècnica de València
Spain
Research Interests
Botany
Crop Science
Plant Biology
Salinity Tolerance
Plant-soil Interaction
Full Professor of Genetics
Universidad de Almería
Spain
Research Interests
Crop Science
Botany
Plant Biology
Plant Breeding
Postharvest Physiology
Explore other paths
ApplyKite Twin
Not sure which position is right for you?
Your Twin reads your CV, searches every position by meaning, not keywords, and learns what you want as you apply. Ask it anything about your application.
Quick
Questions
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.