Université de Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines campus

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Master Chimie et sciences du vivant, MPNC pathway (Matières premières naturelles en cosmétique) at Université de Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines

Université de Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, France

Programme overview

Trains students with dual competence in chemistry and biology for the research and development needs of the cosmetics industry, working with natural raw materials.

Faculty: UFR des sciences  |  Duration: 2 years (M1 + M2; 60 ECTS per year)  |  Study mode: Apprenticeship; French; continuing education  |  Location: Versailles, Île-de-France, France

Career pathways

Project manager in advanced research on natural raw materials and extracts, and related R&D roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Nationally open recruitment with level tests and an interview before a joint jury of UVSQ, ISIPCA and industry staff, assessing motivation. M2 follows M1 MPNC; entry to M2 possible subject to places for holders of an M1 in chemistry or biochemistry.

EUR 255 a year (2026/2027). National annual university registration fee for Master per UVSQ schedule; excludes specific charges and CVEC Source

Duration: 2 years (M1 + M2; 60 ECTS per year)

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