Master of Structural Biochemistry and Genomics
Interdisciplinary program to train experts able to resolve the complex challenges of modern biological sciences.
The aim of the “Structural Biology, Genomics” Master’s degree is to offer biology students a training programme that will enable them to acquire the skills they need to work as scientists in one of these two fields, in both academia and industry.
The skills acquired by young graduates during this course will enable them to apply biochemical, structural biology or genomics approaches to solving complex molecular problems or devising innovative solutions to a range of problems in broad areas of biology, including microbiology, immunology, cell biology, neurobiology and plant biology.
The structural biology and genomics masters program trains students to become active and innovative scientists in either an academic or industrial context. Our graduates master biochemistry, structural biology, and genomics and can apply their knowledge to solve complex molecular problems or develop innovative solutions in many different biological contexts.
The Strenghs of the master.
Thanks to its national and international recognition and a network of collaborations built over more than 20 years, this Master’s program has unique strengths that offer real opportunities for training in the fields of Structural Biochemistry and Genomics.
COMPETENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
At the end of their training, future professionals will have acquired solid skills.
The program equips students with essential STEM skills for diverse biological fields. They learn problem-solving through experimental approaches using cutting-edge methods. The master’s offers two specializations: Structural Biochemistry and Genomics & Bioinformatics. Each track prepares scientific experts to meet industry and academic demands.
Structural Biochemistry
Students acquire theoretical and practical expertise in biochemistry, biophysics, and structural biology. They master techniques to determine and refine macromolecular structures, analyze their dynamics and functions, and apply these skills in biological or engineering contexts. This training emphasizes the role of molecular structures and mechanisms in Biology.
Genomics and Bioinformatic Data Analysis
Students train in modern methods for acquiring and analyzing large ‘omics datasets. They study genomic variations,
transcriptome analysis, phylogeny, and molecular evolution while gaining proficiency in high-throughput technologies used in industry and academia. They also develop expertise in bioinformatics-based data analysis using public databases and tools.
An obligatory 2 month placement at the end of the first year and a 6 to 9 month placement in the second year. These placements can be in public research laboratories or biotechnology companies. Thanks to the masters network you can easily do these placements in foreign laboratories.
Organization
The organization of the master is designed to allow you to achieve your professional goals.
- Semester 1 – Learn the fundamentals of structural biology, genomics, statistics, bioinformatics and put them in practice through practical courses at the bench and on computers.
- Semester 2 – Choose your orientation and deepen you knowledge before a laboratory placement.
- Semester 3 – Continue your specialization following one of the two learning paths: Structural biochemistry or Genomics.
- Semester 4 – Put your knowledge to work through a placement in either university research laboratory or a biotechnology company.
Master 1
1 learning path
Semestre 1
Training in genomics and structural biology
Master the tools of structural biology and genomics
Doing and diffusing research work
Careers in genomics and structural biology
Semestre 2
2 learning paths
Structural Biochemistry (BS)
Bilingue français/anglais en fonction des UE – Bilingual French/English depending on teaching
Genomics and bioinformatics data analysis (GAD)
Bilingue français/anglais en fonction des UE – Bilingual French/English depending on teaching
The courses
The courses
Shared courses
Scientific Articles Analysis
Master 2
2 career paths
Semester 3
Structural Biochemistry
Taught in English
Genomics and Bioinformatics data analysis
Bilingual French/English depending on audience
Forums available to our students
Semester 4
Both learning paths
Placement
The teachers
The program directors
- Christophe Bordi- Director of the Master
- James Sturgis – Codirector of the Master
The teaching team.
All the lecturers in the Master’s program carry out their research activities within the various institutes of AMU. Supported by researchers who contribute throughout the course, they provide you with teaching that covers all aspects of structural biochemistry and genomics.
Stéphane Grimaldi
Laurent Tichit
André Gilles
The campuses
Most of the courses are taught at the Luminy Campus in the Calanques national parc. Some courses and workshops are at the CNRS (French national research institute) Campus Joseph Aiguier.
The students
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Associated research laboratories
12 research units at Aix-Marseille University are associated with the Master’s program. Each has its own specific research themes, offers internships and hosts the teacher-researchers and researchers who take part in the teaching.
Associated Universities
The Structural Biochemistry and Genomics master has a number of partner universities in europe and further afield, that facilitate laboratory placements in foreign countries.
Sapienza Università di Roma (Italie)
- Double diplome de master AMU/Sapienza
- Stage à l’étranger (Master 1 ou Master 2)