Overview

The Life and Health Sciences programme offered by AgroParisTech - Institut des Sciences et Industries du Vivant et de l'Environnement brings together expertise in fundamental biological disciplines such as biochemistry, structural biology, molecular and cellular biology, genetics, ecology, genomics, physiology, and metabolic science, alongside applied areas including microbiology, plant and animal sciences, nutrition, toxicology, ecological engineering, conservation biology, agroecology, and livestock production. This combination of foundational and applied knowledge supports activities aligned with scientific, technical, and societal developments.

Key Facts

The department is actively involved in teaching across AgroParisTech’s engineering program, master’s degrees within the Paris-Saclay University framework, Post-Master’s programs, doctoral education, and continuing education. It coordinates or co-coordinates multiple majors and master’s programs, contributes to numerous course units, participates in Post-Master’s programmes such as the Bridges, Waters and Forests Corps of Engineers program, and maintains strong involvement in PhD training and ongoing professional education initiatives.

Programme Structure

Modules include:

Biochemistry and Structural Biology
Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
Plant Physiology
Evolutionary Genetics and Plant Breeding
Genetics, Breeding, and Reproduction
Animal Nutrition, Product Quality, and Wellbeing
Livestock Sector Development
Ecology, Adaptation, and Interactions
Biology and Human Nutrition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Paris, France

Disciplines

Health Sciences View 10 other PhDs in Health 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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A master’s degree or an equivalent qualification is required
Applicants with an equivalent degree must demonstrate a background suitable for conducting a research project
Exemptions from the degree requirement may be granted for holders of foreign degrees or relevant professional experience
Approval for enrollment and any exemptions is decided by the school director, based on recommendations from the doctoral school director, thesis advisor, and research unit director
Support from a thesis advisor and research unit is required

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Paris

France

1195 - 1778 EUR / month

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