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PhD Funding – Country Guides
Written by Mark Bennett
The cost of completing a PhD varies dramatically in different countries around the world. Some destinations are more expensive for international students, but others charge very little for PhD study (in fact, a few charge almost nothing). In some parts of the world, meanwhile, it's common for PhD researchers to be paid as staff, whereas students elsewhere rely on more traditional scholarships and studentships.
Our guides explore PhD funding in popular countries like Canada and Germany. We've noted major government scholarships as well as less obvious opportunities from charities, industry or universities themselves.

Thinking of doing a PhD in Spain? Here's everything you need to know about PhD funding in Spain, including prominent studentship opportunities and estimated living costs
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Our guide to PhD funding in the USA has information on fully-funded PhD scholarships, as well as other funding options for international and domestic students.
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Japan is a fantastic place for PhD study, offering many financial incentives for international students. This guide will take you through the cost of studying a PhD in Japan and all the key funding opportunities.
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The Netherlands can be an affordable place for PhD study. The page will take you through all the information you need about PhD funding in the Netherlands.
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New Zealand is a beautiful and affordable destination for PhD study, with no additional fees for international students and a range of scholarships, graduate assistantships and other funding options.
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Canada is a popular and surprisingly affordable destination for PhD study, with comparatively low fees and a range of fellowships, graduate assistantships and other funding options.
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