Master Biologie – Sciences de la vie, Sciences de la terre et de l'univers (M1) at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1

Programme overview

The M1 SV-STU pools the M1 Biology (Biosciences pathway) and the M1 Earth and Planetary Sciences, Environment, both co-accredited by Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 and ENS de Lyon. Students deepen their knowledge in various areas of biology and geology by choosing optional units in both Master's.

Faculty: UFR Biosciences (Biologie, Biochimie) | Duration: 2 semesters (1 year) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

What you will study

The M1 SV-STU builds a broad base of fundamental knowledge in biology and geology, and allows a specialised pathway to be built through optional units and the laboratory internship.

Career pathways

Entering the M1 SV-STU gives access to the status of normalien-student at ENS de Lyon, a three-year course.

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Application information

Entry requirements

For students from an L3 in Life Sciences and/or Earth Sciences with solid grounding in both biology and geology (minimum L3 level in one of the two disciplines).

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: 2 semesters (1 year)

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

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