Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD Opportunities in Materials Engineering in Spain
Phd Positions in materials engineering in spain
3 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open PhD positions in materials engineering in Spain include Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC)- BarcelonaTECH, University of Girona and Universidad Politécnica de Madrid.
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC)- BarcelonaTECH
Spain
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3 days ago
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC)–BarcelonaTech in Barcelona, Spain, is offering 23 predoctoral doctoral training grants beginning 1 April 2027. The opportunities support PhD research projects across agricultural, computer, electrical, electronic, biomedical, civil, materials and communication engineering, environmental science, physics, and related fields. The grants provide contracts of up to four years, including an optional maximum 12-month post-PhD orientation period. Funding is €2...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Agriculture
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3 days ago
University of Girona
Spain
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3 weeks ago
PhD opportunity at the University of Girona in AI-Assisted Sustainable Composite-Product Design , associated with the FPU 2026 call. The project sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, sustainable product development, and composite materials, making it a strong fit for students interested in computational design methods, materials innovation, and environmentally responsible engineering. This posting appears to be a doctoral research opening rather than a scholarship-only announcemen...
Computer Science
Mechanical Engineering
Materials Science
+7 more
3 weeks ago
Sergio Fernández Garrido
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
Spain
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3 weeks ago
PhD opportunity at the Institute for Optoelectronic Systems and Microtechnology (ISOM-UPM), Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, in Quantum Engineering of Semiconductor Nanostructures for Photovoltaics . The position is part of the ERC Consolidator Grant project Quantum-engineered lattice-matched III-V-on-Si multijunction solar cells (MIRACLE) . The research focuses on quantum-engineered, lattice-matched III-V-on-Si multijunction solar cells using dilute-nitride short-period superlattices fabricat...
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Materials Engineering
+4 more
3 weeks ago
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Molecular Properties Virtual Lab
Spain
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2 months ago
PhD position in Electronic Structure Theory at the Molecular Properties Virtual Lab in Spain . The project focuses on developing multireference and density functional methods for molecular properties , spectroscopy , and transition-metal chemistry . This is a strong fit for students with interests in quantum chemistry , theoretical chemistry, and computational methods for molecular systems. No detailed funding, stipend, or eligibility requirements are stated in the post. The announcement explici...
Chemistry
Materials Science
Quantum Chemistry
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2 months ago
CIC energiGUNE
Spain
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5 months ago
CIC energiGUNE invites applications for a PhD position focused on the development, adaptation, and validation of recycling strategies for next-generation lithium-ion battery waste containing silicon–graphite anode materials. The research will address both manufacturing scraps and end-of-life black mass, aiming to advance sustainable battery recycling technologies. The successful candidate will join the Electrochemical Energy Storage and Conversion (EESC) area, specifically the Inorganic Material...
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
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5 months ago
University of Girona
Spain
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2 months ago
PhD opportunity in Quantum Chemistry & Molecular Modelling in Spain A fully funded doctoral position is available in electronic structure theory for molecular properties, with a research focus on quantum chemistry , density functional theory (DFT) , multireference methods , nonlinear optical properties , and transition-metal chemistry . The project is carried out in a joint research environment involving the University of Girona (IQCC) , IQAC-CSIC in Barcelona , and DIPC in Donostia . The post i...
Chemistry
Materials Science
Quantum Chemistry
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2 months 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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Spain
Research Interests
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Spain
Research Interests
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In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.