Master Chimie (M1) at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1

Programme overview

The Lyon M1 Chemistry offers a common core over both semesters with an option choice in semester 2. The year consolidates theoretical knowledge in organic, inorganic and physical chemistry (kinetics, theoretical chemistry), illustrated with practical work.

Faculty: Faculté des Sciences: Département de Chimie | Duration: 2 semesters (1 year) | Study mode: full-time; taught in French and English | Location: Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

What you will study

Students acquire skills in all areas of chemistry: physical chemistry (theoretical chemistry, kinetics), inorganic chemistry (coordination, organometallic, processes) and organic chemistry.

Career pathways

Most students continue to M2 Chemistry in one of four pathways: Organic Synthesis and Chemistry of Bioactive Molecules (SOCMB), Inorganic Chemistry (CI), Catalysis and Physical Chemistry (CCP), and Technical-Commercial Engineering.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Open to students who validated a licence in Chemistry, Chemical Physics or Physics-Chemistry (or equivalent with significant chemistry teaching). The M1 has about 50 places.

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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