Program Overview

Introduction to the Master's Degree in Health Biology

The Master's Degree in Health Biology, with a focus on Infection Biology, is a comprehensive program designed to provide master's-level training on infectious processes and human pathogens. This program is rooted in Montpellier's research laboratory community, which focuses on the molecular and cellular aspects of infection.

Program Objectives

The primary objective of this program is to provide training in research and through research, with practical applications in academic research, therapeutics, diagnostics, and care. The program aims to equip students with a level of expertise that will enable them to understand any specific topic in research or development in the fields of microbiology.

Program Structure

The Master's program is divided into two years, with the first year (M1) consisting of semesters 7 and 8, and the second year (M2) consisting of semesters 9 and 10. The program includes a combination of lectures, tutorials, and practical training in research laboratories.

Courses and Credits

The program includes a range of courses, such as:

• Experimental approaches in Infection Biology (5 credits)
• Cell biology (5 credits)
• Structural Biology (5 credits)
• Molecular basis of infectious diseases
• Statistics applied to biology (5 credits)
• Stage 1 Infection (10 credits)
• Immunopathology (5 credits)
• TER_MSDS (5 credits)
• Stage 2 Infection (10 credits)
• Immune responses to pathogens (5 credits)
• Molecular and Cellular Bacteriology
• Molecular and Cellular Virology (5 credits)
• OPTION 1 (10 credits)
• Genetic Information - Epigenetics - Mechanistic Foundations (5 credits)
• Physical Biology
• Signaling: Methods and Concepts (5 credits)
• Bioinformatics and Systems Biology (5 credits)
• Integrative Pathophysiology (5 credits)
• Molecular and Cellular Parasitology (5 credits)
• Fictitious research project + TER (Infectio) (10 credits)
• Internship_FDS (20 credits)

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must:

• Hold a bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or equivalent
• Have a basic understanding of molecular biology, cell biology, and microbiology
• Have an English level equivalent to B1/B2 (no certificate required)
• Meet the recommended prerequisites, including a basic understanding of genomics and immunology

Target Audience

The program is designed for:

• Holders of a bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or equivalent
• Students in medical or pharmacy schools who wish to perfect their molecular and cellular knowledge of infectious microorganisms

Continuing Education and Professional Integration

The Master 2 Infection Biology degree opens up the possibility of pursuing doctoral studies, as well as continuing education to acquire dual skills. Graduates are qualified to work in academic research, the private sector, or in teaching. The program also provides opportunities for professional integration in fields such as therapeutics, diagnostics, and care.