Questions tagged [europe]
On standards or conventions specific to the higher education system in Europe which differ in structure and style from the systems in other parts of the world. Keep in mind that many different countries, customs and regulations coexist in Europe, so many questions will not have a unique answer that applies to the whole continent.
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PhD in Europe: Time vs Quality [closed]
I am asking this question out of curiosity. Is it possible that an average university in the Western European countries in a specific field doesn’t accept a very good student for a PhD student because ...
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Would I get a PhD offer without reference letter? [duplicate]
I am putting this question because I have not seen a question that addresses if a candidate can get admission into Ph.D. without a reference letter.
I am considering looking for PhD positions but I ...
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How to Get Into European Grad School in Journalism with a Low GPA
I'm wondering if someone can advise. I have a BA in Literature and a pretty low GPA under 3.0 from 2008. I've worked in varied industries, teaching (preschool, ESL) and IT (Data Analysis). I want ...
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Is it practical to pursue AERO-MS in Europe?
I have an affinity for Germany, and I've heard a lot about the growing value of international experience, so I'm entertaining the possibility of applying for an MS at a German institution. However, I'...
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Does GPA matter ?! [closed]
I'm still undergraduate, have 2 years to graduate but i don't like my major so much and my college. i go twice a week. i don't attend lectures too much because professors and the contents are so weak ...
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Am I eligible for a Marie Curie (MSCA) postdoc fellowship, given my details?
I'm a non EU citizen and a long term resident of France (holder of a ten year carte séjour = residence permit)), who received his PhD in mathematics from an American university in October 2013, and ...
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Why is it necessary to have a master’s in Europe to apply for PhD?
When I look for a PhD position, they always write that they need a master’s degree. However, most of the times I see that I have all the experience they are looking for. PhD is a lab-based work, so ...
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What are the best CS PhD programs in Europe? [closed]
In the United States, there is a clear ranking for universities and almost all universities offer PhD programs. Unlikely, not all universities in Europe do so.
I'm asking, what are the best Computer ...
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What's the logic behind the European grading system? Why did they make it so confusing? [closed]
The European grading system also follows an ABCDEF system like in the US.
However, an A in an European grading system is worth more than an A in an American system.
So what is the point of using ...
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Can I find a fully-funded PhD position in europe at 39 or more? [closed]
I'm 37 now and hold a master degree. I got my degree 3 years ago. For some personal reasons I plan on applying for a phd position next year or later.( I cannot do that now.)
I love my field and doing ...
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Do French master's programs let you choose an advisor at a different institution?
I am about to begin my second master's degree in math in France. I am not from France; I did my first master's in my country.
In my course, master's thesis is in 2nd semester but I want to start ...
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Query for a PhD
I have completed my bachelor.I have the following question
1)is it possible in any country of Europe to do a phD without a masters degree?
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PhD in X needed for academic career in X [closed]
I am based in Europe, and I am about to start my PhD. Europe refers to the set of countries I may want to work in: Germany, Switzerland, France, Austria.
Is it formally necessary that I earn it in ...
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