Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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Master’s Opportunities in Molecular Dynamics in Switzerland
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University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
United States
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4 weeks ago
Murat Barisik, Director of the Center for Nanoengineering at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, is recruiting motivated postdoctoral research fellows , PhD students , and MS students for several funded projects supported by NSF , DOE , and DoD . The research group works in computational nanoengineering with topics including hypersonic ablation and thermal protection systems , high-entropy alloys and refractory materials , and reactive transport in porous materials for advanced manufactu...
Computer Science
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
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CP2M Laboratory (CNRS/UCBL/CPE Lyon)
France
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1 month ago
Master's internship opportunity in molecular dynamics simulation of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) at the CP2M Laboratory (UMR 5128, UCBL–CNRS) in Villeurbanne, France . The project sits at the intersection of chemistry , materials science , biophysics , and computational modeling , with a strong focus on the physical chemistry of polymers, colloids, lipids, and RNA. The internship is part of the LIONS project , funded by Bpifrance and the Auvergne–Rhône-Alpes Region , in partnership with Xenocs and...
Computer Science
Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
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Living costs in Switzerland
Estimated costs in Switzerland.
MonthlyYearly |  Switzerland |
|---|---|
 Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | CHF132 $150/yr |
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | CHF845 $960/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | CHF845 $960/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | CHF9.5k $10,800/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
University of Basel
Switzerland
Research Interests
Physical Chemistry
Polymer Physics
Molecular Physics
Gas Phase Chemistry
Vibrational Dynamics
Department of Chemistry University of Basel BPR 1095
Switzerland
Research Interests
Inorganic Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Coordination Chemistry
Supramolecular Chemistry
Metal Chemistry
Professor
University of Zurich
Switzerland
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Molecular Physics
Spectroscopy
Electronic Structure
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University of Geneva
Switzerland
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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Protein Chemistry
Signal Transduction
Paul Scherrer Institut
Switzerland
Research Interests
Environmental Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Supercritical Fluid
Gasification
Thermochemistry
Empa
Switzerland
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Polymer Physics
Device Engineering
Virtual Reality
Thermophysics
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EPFL Excellence Fellowships
Partially Funded
École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)SwitzerlandAnnual
SwitzerlandAnnualEPFL Excellence Fellowships are merit-based awards for outstanding students applying to selected master's programmes at EPFL in Switzerland.
Master
ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme
Fully Funded
ETH ZurichSwitzerlandCloses Usually in December
SwitzerlandCloses Usually in DecemberThe ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme supports outstanding students applying for a Master's degree at ETH Zurich with funding and mentoring.
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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship
Fully Funded
Swiss ConfederationSwitzerlandCloses Usually between autumn and early winter, depending on country
SwitzerlandCloses Usually between autumn and early winter, depending on countryFully funded Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships support international researchers and some arts students for research, PhD, postdoctoral, and selected arts master's study in Switzerland.
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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.
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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.