Program Overview

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Program Overview

The M1 International Track in France, Site Orsay, is a Master's program designed to provide students with a solid foundation in Life Sciences and Health. The program is taught entirely in English during the first year and welcomes both international and national students.

Objectives

The primary aim of the program is to give students strong disciplinary knowledge across key areas of modern biology, while fostering the ability to analyze scientific literature, design and carry out research projects, and tackle concrete biological questions.

Program Structure

The program features a carefully designed curriculum with a Major to deepen expertise, elective courses to broaden perspective, and a dedicated Research Training block. The program is divided into four complementary blocks:

• Core Courses (17.5 ECTS): Essential foundations including language and intercultural competencies, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, signaling, and genomics.
• Electives (30 ECTS): Focus on chosen scientific areas, with the opportunity to explore other disciplines and develop a cross-disciplinary perspective.
• Research Training (12.5 ECTS): Literature review and hands-on internship.
• Internship: A minimum 8 weeks internship is included in the program.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers in research and development, control, production, and more in the health, pharmacy, agroalimentaire, biotechnologies, instruments and réactifs, cosmétique, dépollution, and environnement sectors. They can also pursue further study opportunities, such as a Doctorat.

Admission

Admission is a two-step process:

1. Application review based on academic performance, motivation, and career goals.
2. Online interview for shortlisted candidates. The program welcomes motivated students from around the world, including France, who hold a degree equivalent to a French National Bachelor’s (Licence) in Life Sciences.

Fees and Scholarships

The amounts may vary depending on the program and personal circumstances.

Public and Prerequisites

The program is designed for students with a solid background in key areas of biology relevant to the program, and an English proficiency at the C1 level.

Application Period

The application period is from January 15th to March 31st.

Supporting Documents

Compulsory supporting documents include:

• Motivation letter
• Completed questionnaire
• Transcripts of validated years/semesters
• Certificate of English level
• Curriculum Vitae Additional supporting documents may be required.

Contact

For more information, please refer to the program's contact details.

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Campus

The program is located on the Université Paris-Saclay campus.

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