Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Master’s Opportunities in Signal Processing in Switzerland
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U.S. Department of Energy
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This research opportunity places a student or recent graduate in the Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s Test and Assessment Department, within the Test Diagnostics Branch, to support instrumentation development and testing for the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) testing program. Working under the guidance of a mentor as an ORISE participant, the selected candidate will contribute to the development and fielding of new and upgraded instrumentation equipment used ...
Chemistry
Signal Processing
Mechanical Engineering
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DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory
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United States
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This research opportunity at the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory in Adelphi, Maryland focuses on radio frequency emitter detection and tracking via passive and active techniques . The project sits within the Army Research Laboratory’s Electromagnetic Spectrum Sciences area and is aimed at developing novel approaches for sensing and operating across the electromagnetic environment. The selected graduate student will work on the design, simulation, and validation of DSP algorithms in Matlab and Py...
Computer Science
Signal Processing
Electrical Engineering
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Sejong University
South Korea
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1 month ago
AI & Intelligent Communication (AIIC) Lab at Sejong University is advertising fully funded graduate research positions for Indonesian students in M.S., Ph.D., or Joint M.S.-Ph.D. programs. The lab is led by Prof. Sunghwan Kim . Research areas include AI for communications (deep learning for signal processing and network optimization, AI-assisted design of communication systems), next-generation wireless (reliable and efficient 6G with RSMA, NOMA, and reconfigurable intelligent surfaces), and inf...
Computer Science
Signal Processing
Electrical Engineering
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San Diego State University
United States
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2 months ago
PhD openings are available for Fall 2027 in the San Diego State University (SDSU) – University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) Joint Doctoral Program (JDP) in Electrical and Computer Engineering, working with Dr. Tong Huang and a UCSD co-advisor. The research focus is on electric energy systems, especially resilience of electricity infrastructure, domain-tailored AI, cyber-physical security, and modeling/control for inverter-based resource (IBR)-dominated grids. This is a strong fit for a...
Computer Science
Signal Processing
Electrical Engineering
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ETH Zurich
Switzerland
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1 month ago
ETH Zurich’s D-ITET PBL group is advertising a postdoctoral researcher position in embedded hardware, FPGA, Edge AI, smart sensors, TinyML, and embedded systems . The group works on hands-on research and teaching across embedded systems, FPGA-based systems, electronics, signal processing, machine learning on microcontrollers, autonomous robots, and drones. The role is strongly hardware-oriented and is intended for candidates who can take a prototype from concept to a complete working embedded ha...
Computer Science
Signal Processing
Electrical Engineering
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University of Bern
Switzerland
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1 month ago
PhD position in Neuropsychology, Neuropediatrics, Development and Rehabilitation at the University of Bern / Inselspital, Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Bern, Switzerland. This PhD project focuses on pediatric neuropsychology, cognitive rehabilitation, development, and rehabilitation research for children and adolescents affected by illness-related cognitive, motor, language, and behavioral difficulties. The work builds on the ongoing Mio study and the follow-up project Mio-Bl...
Neurology
Psychology
Neuropsychology
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University of Bern
Switzerland
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1 week ago
PhD opportunity in Auditory Neuroscience at Inselspital Bern / University of Bern within the SOUND Study. The project focuses on state-of-the-art neuroimaging methods including MRI and fNIRS , together with cochlear implants and machine learning . The research goal is to better understand and predict speech understanding after cochlear implantation . This is a student-oriented research opening for candidates interested in sensory neuroscience, clinical hearing research, brain imaging, and data-d...
Computer Science
Biology
Neuroimaging
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Living costs in Switzerland
Estimated costs in Switzerland.
MonthlyYearly | Switzerland |
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 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 |
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Professor, Head Institute of Wealth & Asset Management
University of Zurich
Switzerland
Research Interests
Asset Management
Corporate Finance
Financial Risk
Quantitative Finance
Market Dynamics
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Université de Genève
Switzerland
Research Interests
Medical Imaging
Hydrology
Computer Vision
Disaster Resilience
Reaction-diffusion System
Has grant
Head of the BioElectromagnetics/EMC Group
Foundation for Research on Information Technologies in Society
Switzerland
Research Interests
Medical Imaging
Electromagnetic
Interferometry
Radiometry
Medical Physic
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University of Bern
Switzerland
Research Interests
Medical Imaging
Seismology
Noninvasive Imaging
Seismic Imaging
Ultrasonography
University of Geneva
Switzerland
Research Interests
Quantum Physics
Quantum Mechanics
Quantum Computing
Quantum Electronics
Entanglement Theory
University of Bern
Switzerland
Research Interests
Medical Imaging
Tissue Engineering
Optoacoustics
In Vivo Imaging
Signal Processing
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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.
Master
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.
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.