Program Overview

Master in Molecular and Cellular Biology

The Master in Molecular and Cellular Biology is a two-year program that aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms of life and their pathological disorders. The program is designed for students of biology, fundamental sciences, and health sciences, and is intended to prepare them for careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

Presentation of the Program

The Master in Molecular and Cellular Biology is a research-based program that focuses on the study of the mechanisms of life at the molecular, cellular, and tissue levels. The program includes five specializations:

• Cancérologie fondamentale et clinique (CFC): This specialization focuses on the understanding of the mechanisms involved in the emergence, progression, and dissemination of tumors.
• Immunologie, immunopathologie, infections (3I): This specialization focuses on the comprehension of host-pathogen interactions from a fundamental and clinical perspective.
• Mécanismes cellulaires et moléculaires intégrés (M2CI): This specialization focuses on the study of molecular mechanisms of life at the molecular, cellular, and tissue levels.
• Vectorologie, thérapie génique et vaccinologie (VTGV): This specialization focuses on the design of innovative tools (viral vectors, vaccines) for research, prevention, and therapy.
• Complex systems in life sciences (CSILS): This specialization focuses on the study of complex systems in life sciences and includes courses that are shared with the Biologie Santé program.

Curriculum

The program includes a range of courses that cover various aspects of molecular and cellular biology, including:

• Techniques and methodologies employed in molecular and cellular biology
• Organization and function of cells, tissues, and organisms
• Analysis of genome structure and expression
• Innovative technologies in molecular and cellular biology

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master in Molecular and Cellular Biology program can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Research and development in pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries
• Academic research and teaching
• Project management and product development
• Consulting and advisory roles

Skills and Competencies

The program aims to provide students with a range of skills and competencies, including:

• Mastery of techniques and methodologies employed in molecular and cellular biology
• Ability to mobilize highly specialized knowledge and to develop original thinking
• Critical awareness of knowledge in a domain or at the interface of several domains
• Ability to solve problems and to develop new knowledge and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively in French and at least one foreign language

Admission Requirements

The program is open to students who have completed a Bachelor's degree in biology, fundamental sciences, or health sciences. The admission requirements include:

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• A strong academic record
• Proficiency in French and at least one foreign language

Research Areas

The program is associated with several research areas, including:

• Cancer research
• Immunology and infectious diseases
• Molecular and cellular biology
• Gene therapy and vaccinology
• Complex systems in life sciences

Capacity and Accreditation

The program has a capacity of 67 students and is accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research. The program is also recognized by the Répertoire National des Certifications Professionnelles (RNCP).