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Master Biologie-Santé - Cursus Master et Doctorat MICAS (Microbiote, Intestin, Cerveau et Aliment Santé) at Nantes Université

Nantes Université, France

Programme overview

MICAS is a Graduate Programme within the Master Biologie-Santé centred on the mechanisms of chronic neurological, inflammatory and metabolic diseases and their modulation by the gut microbiota and diet, with emphasis on preventive nutrition and the DoHAD concept (developmental origins of health and disease).

Faculty: Faculté des sciences et des techniques  |  Department: UFR Sciences et Techniques  |  Duration: 2 years (M1 + M2)  |  Study mode: full-time; French and English (CV and motivation letter accepted in either)  |  Location: Nantes, Pays de la Loire, France

What you will study

Master 1: specific courses (18 ECTS) on nerve circuits and behaviour-cognition, healthy and pathological digestive system, nutritional and digestive exploration methods, microbiota and health, and preventive nutrition; elective courses (9 ECTS) in Experimental Research, Clinical Research or Data Analysis.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Open to students from life-science streams; a validated L3 Sciences de la Vie with an average of at least 12/20 and a professional project matching the programme's outcomes. M1 and M2 entry both possible; French/EEA applicants apply to M1 through Mon Master.

Duration: 2 years (M1 + M2)

Apply through the official page: https://www.monmaster.gouv.fr

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