Biology and Health Program
| Master | 2 years - 120 ECTS |
| Course Start | September |
| Language | English |
| Location | Palaiseau Campus (École polytehcnique) |
Description
This program is dedicated to the molecular and cellular aspects of biology. It maintains a strong link between on the one hand the reductive molecular and structural approaches and on the other hand the more integrated approaches of cell biology, organism development and new therapeutic strategies.
The program is part of a multidisciplinary context where progress in Biology (observation, sequencing, synthesis of the genome, omic approaches), go through dialog between disciplines (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Mechanics, ...) and take into account ethical questions concerning bio-technological applications.
The program includes courses at the heart of biological concepts as well as courses at disciplinary interfaces. Internships in research laboratories strongly participate in the educational program.
This program can be completed by a PhD thesis. Students will acquire a wide and high-level education integrating molecular and cellular aspects of Biology relying on multidisciplinary approaches. This knowledge can be applied to research and/or engineering in various types of companies (Biotechnologies, Pharmas, Agrifood, …) or in teaching-research Universities. The program can also serve as the scientific side of a double formation leading to the sectors of regulation in biotechnology, IP, funding and management of innovation, scientific communication, …
Tracks
Master Year 1
Master Year 2
PhD tracks
Objectives
This program aims to enable students to:
- Acquire a wide-reaching, high-level understanding of molecular and cellular biology
- Prepare for a PhD
- Learn using a multidisciplinary approach
General admission prerequisites
Academic prerequisites
Bachelor of Science in Molecular and or Cellular Biology (or equivalent level).
Language prerequisites
- English
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
Fees and scholarships
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.
Applications and admission dates
Career opportunities
- Pursue a PhD
- At the end of a PhD, work in biotechs, pharmas, agri-food companies, or academic teaching/research
- With additional training, take up a position in biotechnology regulation, IP, innovation funding and management or scientific communication
