Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Master’s Opportunities in Structural Engineering in Spain
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Pouria Bahmani
Washington State University
United States
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6 days ago
Washington State University is seeking a fully funded MS or PhD graduate student to join the Structural Engineering research group in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering in Pullman, Washington, beginning in Summer/Fall 2027. The research is part of a multi-year project on hybrid structural systems, with emphasis on timber-concrete composite (TCC) floors. The work will combine structural analytical modeling, finite element analysis, and full-scale experimental testing of TCC sla...
Materials Science
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
+2 more
6 days ago
University of Edinburgh
Top university
United Kingdom
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1 week ago
Top university
Infrastructure and the Environment MScR at the University of Edinburgh is a postgraduate research degree in Engineering focused on sustainable, resilient, and efficient infrastructure in built and natural environments. The programme sits within the Institute for Infrastructure and Environment in the School of Engineering and offers research opportunities across topics such as environmental engineering , fire safety engineering , granular and geomechanical processes , infrastructure sensing and s...
Environmental Science
Mechanical Engineering
Materials Science
+6 more
1 week ago
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Antonio Rubio-Abadal
University of Barcelona
Spain
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1 month ago
PhD opportunity in ultracold atoms , quantum science , and optical tweezers at the Universitat de Barcelona . The Atomic Quantum Science Lab has received a 3-year grant from the Agencia Estatal de Investigación for the project DALMATA (Dynamical Assembly of Large Many-body Arrays with Trapped Atoms). The project includes a fully funded PhD position for 4 years, with a planned start date in Spring–Summer 2027 . The successful PhD candidate will help build a cold-atom experiment focused on arrangi...
Quantum Mechanics
Physics
1 month ago
Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya
Spain
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2 weeks ago
Applications are now open for TERRAMED : 2 PhD positions at Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya (UVic-UCC) in an international doctoral programme focused on sustainability and climate resilience . This opportunity is linked to MSCA and Horizon Europe , indicating a research-intensive doctoral environment with an international profile. The post highlights two research nodes/partners: BETA TC and CERM . Students interested in environmental research, climate adaptation, resilience...
Environmental Science
Biology
Earth Science
+2 more
2 weeks ago
Spanish National Research Council (CSIC)
Spain
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2 weeks ago
🔬 PhD opportunities at IETcc-CSIC for 2027 entry in Madrid, Spain. Dr Maria Criado and Yibing Zuo are inviting prospective PhD students to join research at the Eduardo Torroja Institute for Construction Sciences (IETcc), part of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC). The project area is sustainable construction materials, with a strong focus on low-carbon binders made from industrial and other solid mineral wastes. Research themes include waste-derived alkali-activated materials and geopo...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
+8 more
2 weeks 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
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Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
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Research Interests
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Spain
Research Interests
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Spain
Research Interests
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Universidade de Vigo
Spain
Research Interests
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Spain
Research Interests
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Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya
Spain
Research Interests
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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.