Program Overview

M2 Systems and Synthetic Biology

Overview

The M2 Systems and Synthetic Biology program is a full-time academic program that focuses on the application of engineering approaches to biology. The program is designed for students from various disciplines, including life sciences, mathematics, engineering, chemistry, and computer science.

Objectives

The primary objective of the M2 Systems and Synthetic Biology program is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of systems and synthetic biology, enabling them to engage in collaborative work across disciplinary boundaries. The program aims to equip students with hands-on experience in experimental biology, modeling, and designing, as well as enhance their transversal capacities, including project planning, seminar presentation, and perception of industrial, economic, and ethical issues associated with these developing fields.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the M2 Systems and Synthetic Biology program can pursue various career paths, including:

• Research and development engineer
• Researcher or teacher-researcher
• Engineer in research and development, control, production, or quality assurance
• Consultant in biotechnology, biotherapy, or innovation in health
• Project manager in biotechnology, biotherapy, or innovation in health
• Coordinator of studies or project manager in clinical research
• Specialist in intelligence artificielle (IA)
• Data scientist
• Chargé d'études
• Ingénieur R&D
• Chargé d'affaire
• Ingénieur de sûreté
• Ingénieur étude conception
• Ingénieur maintenance
• Ingénieur chimie-environnement
• Ingénieur R&D Nucléaire
• Assistant comptable
• Assistant de gestion
• Chargé de clientèle
• Assistant RH

Further Study Opportunities

Students who complete the M2 Systems and Synthetic Biology program can pursue further studies, including:

• Master Agrosciences, Environnement, Territoires, Paysage, Forêt
• Biologie-AgroSciences
• Master Biodiversité, écologie et évolution
• DU Post-Licence en Optométrie, Contactologie, Basse Vision, Santé Oculaire
• PhD en écologie, évolution
• Doctorat en Chimie / Biologie
• Doctorat en Bioinformatique
• Technicien en géosciences et environnement
• Poursuite d'étude en master dans toutes les disciplines des Sciences de la Terre, environnement, géomatériaux
• Doctorat
• Formations complémentaires en management de l’innovation

Admission

To be eligible for the M2 Systems and Synthetic Biology program, applicants must have:

• A first year of master (M1) or an equivalent qualification (4 years of successful higher education after finishing high school) in biology, applied mathematics, computer science, chemistry, or physics
• Bi-disciplinary curriculums including biology are favored, but highly-achieving and motivated students in any of the cited disciplines can apply

Application Period

The application period for the M2 Systems and Synthetic Biology program is from January 21, 2026, to July 4, 2026.

Supporting Documents

Applicants must submit the following compulsory supporting documents:

• Motivation letter
• All transcripts of the years/semesters validated since the high school diploma at the date of application
• Curriculum Vitae Additional supporting documents, such as a letter of recommendation or internship evaluation, can also be submitted.

Fees and Scholarships

The tuition fees for the M2 Systems and Synthetic Biology program may vary depending on the program and personal circumstances. More information on tuition fees and scholarships can be found on the university's website.

Location

The M2 Systems and Synthetic Biology program is located in EVRY.

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