Program Overview
The Systems and Synthetic Biology at University of Evry-Val D'Essonne is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Systems and Synthetic Biology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across France and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 3,000 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
- Location: Ãvry, France
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Systems and Synthetic Biology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to biology
- Introduction to mathematics and computer science for biology
- Language 1: English
- Language 2: French for non-native speakers
- Synthetic biology practical course
- Genomic applications in environmental biotechnology
- Conception, construction and characterization of biological parts and devices
- Metabolic engineering
- Biosafety and ethical questions of synthetic biology
- Cell factory optimisation
- Statistical analysis of biological sequences and gene expression
- Statistical learning of biological networks
- Formal methods applied to biological system engineering and modeling
- Test applied to biological objects
- Nanobiology
- Chips for molecular evolution
- Molecular modeling: interactions and computational protein engineering
- Practical course on rational protein design
- Eucaryotic cells engineering
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- After a first year of master (M1), or an equivalent qualification (4 years of successful higher education after finishing high-school), in either Biology, applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemistry or Physics.
- Bi-disciplinary cursus including biology is favoured, but highly-achieving and motivated students in any of the cited disciplines can apply.
- Excellent English proficiency is required.
Required documents:
- CV in English or French, including diplomas, dates of obtention, class ranks, marks, languages spoken
- Motivation letter in English or French (one or two pages)
- University transcripts from the last 4 years of higher education, and explanations on the grading system of their university.
- Two recommendation letters or the names of two reference teachers.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 3,000 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 3,000 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Evry-Val D'Essonne directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Evry-Val D'Essonne
University of Evry-Val D'Essonne
Évry, France
The Université Évry Paris-Saclay or UEPS is a French public university located in Évry-Courcouronnes, Île-de-France, and is one of the founding members of Paris-Saclay University.
University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2026
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
