Overview

The Biobanks and Complex Data Management MSc program from University of Côte d'Azur is designed for students with a background in biological sciences looking to acquire professional skills to deliver an evolving biobank service that meets regulatory and user requirements. It offers international exchanges among a wide network of academic and industry partners providing students with exposure to diverse perspectives and expertise. Students will gain practical skills and real-world experience through two in-company internships of six months each year.

A Biobank is a biological material repository that collects, processes, stores, and distributes biospecimens to support scientific investigation. The main objective of this MSc is to acquire knowledge, experience, and practical skills that will qualify graduates to work in the multidisciplinary field of biobanking (humans, animals, plants, and other living organisms) and complex data management.

Developed by leading experts in the field, the MSc Biobanking and Complex Data Management is the first in Europe of its kind.

Career opportunities:

The Biobanks and Complex Data Management Professional Master's prepares graduates for a number of high-level positions in biobanking, with a strong emphasis on industrial, technological and international environments.

Graduates of the program may qualify for these positions:

Biobank Manager/Administrator
Biobank quality Manager
Data Manager
Scientific Adviser to public and private sector clients
Product Manager
Regulatory Specialist
Technological Specialist
Logistics Specialist
Logistics Manager/Administrator
Logistics Analyst

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Health – Agro-environment
Quality in Biobanking
Bioethics in Biobanking
Safety and Security in Biobanking
Project Management

Technical Unit at the Biobank Côte d’Azur

Biobankonomic
Big Data for Biobanking

Networking in Biobanking
Professional Integration
Marketing, Communication and English
Success Stories in Biobanking

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-28 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nice, France

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Information Technology (IT) Biotechnology View 7 other Masters in Biotechnology in France

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Academic requirements

Students must hold a 3+ year bachelor's degree in the field of Life Sciences, including but not limited to Biology, Pharmacy, and Biotech.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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General requirements

The selection is a 2 phase process:

A first selection is made based on the evaluation of your application form and supporting documents.
The pre-selected candidates will then be invited for a face-to-face interview conducted in English. The applicants are encouraged to discuss their unique background, motivation, interests, and goals during this interview.

Supporting documents to be uploaded before the application deadline:

Degree certificate(s) or current enrollment certificate
Application form (see Supporting Documents)
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Two online letters of recommendation (should be from a professor)
Motivation letter
A test may be required to evaluate the skills in biology

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Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

5500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5500 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Nice

917 - 1374 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Funding

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