Master Chimie et sciences des matériaux – Conception et cycle de vie des matériaux (M2) at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1

Programme overview

This work-study pathway trains experts in materials eco-design, able to develop polymer, inorganic, composite and multi-material materials, characterise them using the appropriate technique, select them for their application and assess their environmental impact.

Faculty: Faculté des Sciences: Département de Chimie | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time; work-study (alternance) route; taught in French | Location: Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

What you will study

Students identify and describe the principles of life-cycle analysis and apply them to materials, and choose and apply materials design and processing methods integrating environmental variables.

Career pathways

After the M2 C2VM it is possible to take another Master's in a complementary field (for example technical-commercial engineering), or to continue to a doctorate in materials.

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Application information

Entry requirements

After an M1 Science and Technology in materials, chemistry, physics or engineering sciences, or an equivalent level (continuing education and VAE access).

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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