Overview

Increasingly strong societal demand in the fields of the Environment, sustainable development and health now calls for a synergy of cutting-edge skills involving Chemical and Biological Sciences. The Master's degree in Molecular Biology and Environmental Microbiology from University of Pau and Pays de l'Adour trains specialists with a mastery of modern molecular biology and environmental microbiology, with a solid background in chemistry, capable of grasping environmental issues related to:

The protection of ecosystems,

The ecotoxicology of soils, sediments and water,

The identification of microorganisms representing a risk to the environment or public health,

The bio-rehabilitation of sites affected by anthropogenic (industrial and agricultural) pollution.

Objectives

Taught in English, the first semester is devoted to theoretical and practical teaching by teacher-researchers, supplemented by conferences in which professionals from the sector share their experience on the field, as well as visits to companies. The course is mainly taught through project-based scenarios.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Microbial biotransformations and environmental applications

Molecular ecology

Trace elements biogeochemical

Speciation concepts and analysis

Biological Macromolecules Characterization

Imaging techniques for environmental samples and materials characterization

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

65

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pau, France

Disciplines

Biology Molecular Sciences Environmental Sciences View 23 other Masters in Environmental Sciences in France

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must hold at least a 4-year university level in chemistry and/or biology fields.

The M2 MBEM is open to students who have completed an M1 (4-year degree) in "Molecular Biology and micro-biology for the environment" (BME) or an equivalent level.

For students outside the UPPA, integration in the second year is subjected to a selection on curricula with equivalent training level and with sufficient skills in biology, chemistry and environment (Molecular biology, bioinformatics, microbiology, environmental microbiology, ecotoxicology, biostatistics, field sampling and data processing, physico-chemistry, analytical chemistry, environment).

Applicants must be fluent in English, both in writing and speaking. An applicant whose native language is not English has to take a recognized international English test.

Minimum required score: CECRL B2 level in English

Student insurance

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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

3770 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3770 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

243 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 243 EUR per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Pau

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

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