Licence Sciences de la Vie – Microbiologie at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1

Programme overview

Microbiology is often defined as the study of microorganisms. However, Microbiology is a broad discipline that includes many specializations, with both a fundamental and an applied focus. This is why, during this general Bachelor's program, you will have the opportunity to study Cell Biology, Genetics, Ecology, Molecular Biology, and Biochemistry in addition to the study of microorganisms.

Faculty: UFR Biosciences (Biologie, Biochimie) | Duration: 6 semesters (3 years) | Study mode: full-time; work-study (alternance) route; taught in French | Location: Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

What you will study

Skills are acquired in microbiology with a good grounding in cell biology, molecular biology, genetics and physiology, including mastering manipulations under sterile conditions.

Career pathways

Licence holders in Microbiology can enter working life through public competitive exams at Bac+3 level, acquire a second competence through another course, or continue to a Master's.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The study and use of micro-organisms is essential in many sectors, including agronomy, food processing, the pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology.

Domestic applicants: EUR 178 a year (2026/2027). National registration fee (Licence) 2026/2027 for EU/EEA students and others not subject to differentiated fees. Excludes CVEC. Source

International applicants: EUR 2,902 a year (2026/2027). Differentiated registration fee for non-EU/EEA students 2026/2027 (licence); exemptions possible. Excludes CVEC. Source

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

Apply through the official page: https://ecandidat.univ-lyon1.fr/

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