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Master Biologie moléculaire et cellulaire – Génétique de la cellule et pathologie (M2) at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1

Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, France

Programme overview

The M2 BMC Cellular Genetics and Pathology - "Genopath" - is a generalist M2 for science and health students. It trains students in basic research in the fields of genetics, cell biology and of their biomedical applications. The teachers are academics or researchers, which shows a strong anchorage to the realities of the research world.

Faculty: UFR Biosciences (Biologie, Biochimie)  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; work-study (alternance) route; taught in French and English  |  Location: Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

What you will study

Knowledge and skills in the fields of genetics and cell biology. Mastery of the experimental approach (bibliographic watch, design, planning, project realization, results analysis). Work within a research team (long-term internship). Communication in English of experimental results (in writing or orally).

Career pathways

The main outlet for students in this specialization will be to pursue a PhD in the doctoral schools of the University Claude Bernard Lyon 1 (BMIC, E2M2, EDISS...) or in another French or foreign universities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The M2 Genopath recruits students who have completed a scientific M1 in the fields of genetics, cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, oncology .... Students may have either a scientific or a health studies background.

Domestic applicants: EUR 255 a year (2026/2027). National registration fee (Master) 2026/2027 for EU/EEA students and others not subject to differentiated fees. Excludes CVEC. Source

International applicants: EUR 3,950 a year (2026/2027). Differentiated registration fee for non-EU/EEA students 2026/2027 (master); exemptions possible. Excludes CVEC. Source

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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

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