Overview

Ecole Centrale de Lyon 's Biomimicry and Surface Engineering - BIOSURF master's degree aims to :

Training scientists specializing in materials science and surface engineering

Promoting a cross-disciplinary approach to biomimicry

Integrating the ecological transition into the design and manufacture of materials

Developing skills in digital science applied to materials

This program offers a cross-disciplinary approach, combining biomimicry , ecological transition , surface manufacturing and functionalization , as well as digital sciences . Students benefit from solid theoretical training enriched by varied activities, such as practical work and projects in collaboration with the SURFAB technology platform.

Accreditation

Accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research to confer the Master Degree.

Get more details

Visit programme website

Programme Structure

Core Program:

Basic scientific courses: mathematics, computer science, biomimicry, biology, materials, physical measurements.

Surface science advanced courses: tribology and bio-inspiration, surface manufacturing (high temperature processes), surface characterisation, wetting and capillary.

Surface science advanced courses: Surface manufacturing (3D additive manufacturing, femtosecond laser texturing), characterisation of surfaces and nanostructures, multiscale numerical sciences, climate change.
Biomimetics, Interface, Tribology, Bioinspiration and Materials Science and Engineering

Check out the full curriculum

Visit programme website

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-14 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5

Free IELTS Mock Tests!

TOEFL^® IBT

72

Schedule TOEFL®

Check IELTS test dates and locations. Book an IELTS test now!

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Écully, France

Disciplines

Materials Science Mechanical Engineering Biotechnology View 22 other Masters in Mechanical Engineering in France

Explore more key information

Visit programme website

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5

Free IELTS Mock Tests!

TOEFL^® IBT

72

Schedule TOEFL®

Check IELTS test dates and locations. Book an IELTS test now!

Other requirements

General requirements

Master 1: Bachelor's degree in a scientific subject related to the master's themes. English level B2.
Master 2: M1 passed in a subject related to the Master's subjects. English level B2.

Student insurance

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

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Ecole Centrale de Lyon and/or in France, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Make sure you meet all requirements

Visit programme website

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees

International

3879 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3879 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

250 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 250 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Écully

640 - 950 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

In addition to the the tuition fees, please note that the living costs are of about 1000€/month and initial setting up costs on coming to France of about 1200€.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Check for any work restrictions

Visit programme website

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biomimicry and Surface Engineering - BIOSURF.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About

Overview

Ecole Centrale de Lyon 's Biomimicry and Surface Engineering - BIOSURF master's degree aims to :

Accreditation

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

Explore more key information

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fee

International

EU/EEA

Living costs for Écully

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners