
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...
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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...
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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
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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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University of Washington
United States
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Dr. Lucía Magis Weinberg (Assistant Professor of Developmental Psychology; Associate Director of the Research Center for Digital Youth) is recruiting a PhD student for the Developmental Psychology area at the University of Washington Department of Psychology for Fall 2027 . The lab focuses on how social media and AI affect adolescent friendships and mental health . Students may join two major projects: PEARLy , funded by the National Institute of Mental Health , which uses intensive longitudinal...
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Minghao Qiu
Stony Brook University
United States
1 month ago
PhD opportunity at Stony Brook University in air quality, climate change, and human health . The ACE Lab at Stony Brook University is recruiting one PhD student to join the group starting Fall 2027 . The position is described as fully funded , with full tuition and stipend support . Research in the group sits at the intersection of climate change , air quality , and human health , and combines Earth system modeling with data science methods such as AI , machine learning , and causal inference . ...
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University of Notre Dame
United States
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The University of Notre Dame is accepting applications for its Ph.D. in Sustainable Development for the Fall 2027 intake. Hosted by the Keough School of Global Affairs , this STEM-designated doctoral programme combines rigorous academic training, research, mentorship, and policy engagement for students interested in solving major global challenges. This opportunity is especially relevant for applicants working in sustainable development , climate change , environmental governance , and developme...
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Estimated costs in United States.
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![]() Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | $3.0k $3,000/yr |
![]() Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | $1.5k $1,500/yr |
![]() Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | $800 $800/yr |
![]() Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | $12.0k $12,000/yr |
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Professor and Associate Dean of Academic Programs
Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA US
United States
Health Economics
Epidemiology
Healthcare Delivery
Population Health
Urban Geography
University of New Haven
United States
Criminology
Forensic Psychology
Criminal Justice
Policing
Public Space
Professor of Public Policy
University of Massachusetts Amherst
United States
Public Administration
Political Philosophy
Governance
Government Relations
Public Economics
Associate Professor
Texas A&M University
United States
Health Economics
Health Communication
Healthcare Delivery
Health Policy
Public Opinion Research
Associate Professor of Public Policy and Administration
Penn State Altoona
United States
Public Policy
Political Economy
Policy And Governance
Governance
Public Economics
Assistant Professor
San Diego State University
United States
Public Policy
Gender Studies
Race Studies
Education
Social Equity

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