Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD Opportunities in Climate Science in Canada
Phd Position in climate science in canada
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The open PhD position in climate science in Canada listed here is at The University of British Columbia.
The University of British Columbia
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1 month ago
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The Olden Lab at the University of British Columbia is recruiting graduate students for funded MSc and PhD positions in Freshwater Science for Fall 2027 . Research themes include freshwater ecology , climate change , eDNA , invasive species , water security , big data , and machine learning . The positions are based at UBC Vancouver, Canada . Funding is listed as CAD $40,000/year for 4 years for PhD students and CAD $20,000/year for 2 years for MSc students. International students are welcome . ...
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University of Guelph
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2 weeks ago
Fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Guelph in the Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics , within LEMR and GEO Labs . The project is on remote sensing of species assembly in tropical dry forests , using satellite and drone data to study lemur species patterns in Madagascar . This is a strong fit for students interested in ecology, geography, forestry, GIS, and computational analysis of environmental data. Funding: The position is fully funded and includes a four-year st...
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The University of British Columbia
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3 months ago
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Rachel Scholes at The University of British Columbia is recruiting for a postdoc position focused on stormwater contaminants , with an emphasis on trace organics analysis . This is a strong fit for candidates with experience in environmental chemistry, pollutant analysis, and related analytical methods. The post also notes that multiple PhD students will be recruited for fall 2027 intake . Prospective students are invited to get in touch through the interest form linked in the post. No detailed ...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
3 months ago
Concordia University
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1 month ago
PhD opportunity at Concordia University in Building and Wind Engineering with Professor Hua Ge . The project focuses on wind-driven hail impacts on building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) , façade, and roofing systems under present and future climate conditions. Research topics include hail hazards, building aerodynamics, hail trajectories, impact mechanics, and computational modelling. Students with interests in Civil Engineering , Mechanical Engineering , Building Engineering , and Wind Engine...
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Living costs in Canada
Estimated costs in Canada.
MonthlyYearly | Canada |
|---|---|
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | C$1.6k $1,200/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | C$979 $720/yr |
 Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | C$1.3k $960/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | C$11.4k $8,400/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Unersity of Quebec at Montreal
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Université du Québec à Chicoutimi
Canada
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McMaster University
Canada
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University of Saskatchewan
Canada
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Canada
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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.