Training structure
Faculty of Science
Language(s) of instruction
French
Presentation
In L2 chemistry, there are two possible courses: a generalist core course and a specific, selective PréPAC course (perfumes, aromas and cosmetics), which prepares students for the ProPAC professional license.
Program
Select a program
Your choice: 1 of 5
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 5
Organic Chemistry Part 1
4 creditsElectromagnetism
4 creditsThermodynamics and kinetics
From entity to solid
4 creditsMathematics for chemistry S3
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry Part 2
2 creditsEnglish S3
2 creditsMaterials and simple structures part 1
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 3
Organic Chemistry Part 1
4 creditsElectromagnetism
4 creditsThermodynamics and kinetics
From entity to solid
4 creditsMathematics for chemistry S3
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry Part 2
2 creditsEnglish S3
2 credits
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 2
Organic Chemistry Part 1
4 creditsElectromagnetism
4 creditsThermodynamics and kinetics
From entity to solid
4 creditsMathematics for chemistry S3
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry Part 2
2 creditsEnglish S3
2 creditsColor measurement
4 credits
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 4
Organic Chemistry Part 1
4 creditsElectromagnetism
4 creditsThermodynamics and kinetics
From entity to solid
4 creditsMathematics for chemistry S3
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry Part 2
2 creditsEnglish S3
2 creditsPhysiology
4 credits
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 1
Organic Chemistry Part 1
4 creditsElectromagnetism
4 creditsThermodynamics and kinetics
From entity to solid
4 creditsMathematics for chemistry S3
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry Part 2
2 creditsElectronics 1
4 creditsEnglish S3
2 credits
Electrochemistry
2 creditsOrganic Chemistry
3 creditsEnglish S4
2 creditsAnalysis (NMR,IR)
3 creditsExperimental chemistry
6 creditsInorganic chemistry Part 1
4 creditsInorganic chemistry Part 2
2 creditsAtomistics & Reactivity
L2 - PrePAC Chemistry
The L2 préPAC is part of the 2nd year of the Bachelor of Chemistry program at the Montpellier Faculty of Science. This preparatory course for the Licence Professionnelle Parfums, Arômes et Cosmétiques (LproPAC) is highly recommended for entry into the LproPAC.
This course (500 hours of training, minimum 8 weeks internship) is made up of a common part and a part specific to each option: fragrances and cosmetics.
The courses are taught by a dynamic teaching team made up of lecturers from the Faculty of Science at the University of Montpellier, as well as lecturers from the Faculty of Pharmacy, and various external industrial contributors.
The number of places available in L2 préPAC is limited to 20 students.
Aromatic plants and regulations
2 creditsInitiation Cosmétique
2 creditsLife chemistry
3 creditsFragrances: Sensory education
2 creditsEnglish S3
2 creditsRaw materials chemistry 1
5 creditsPPE
2 creditsAnalytical chemistry of volatile compounds
4 creditsColor measurement
4 creditsPhysiology
4 credits
Your choice: 1 of 2
Fragrance / Flavor profile
Sensory analysis
2 creditsPre-professional project application on matrices
2 creditsChemistry of specific materials 2
5 creditsInternship
5 creditsAnalytical tools for VOC characterization
2 creditsEnglish S4
2 creditsExperimental physical chemistry of colloidal systems
2 creditsFragrances / Flavors: formulation
4 creditsBacteriology
2 creditsPolymers, colloids and rheology
4 credits
Cosmetics Profile
Sensory analysis
2 creditsPre-professional project application on matrices
2 creditsChemistry of specific materials 2
5 creditsInternship
5 creditsAnalytical tools for VOC characterization
2 creditsEnglish S4
2 creditsCosmetics: formulation
4 creditsExperimental physical chemistry of colloidal systems
2 creditsBacteriology
2 creditsPolymers, colloids and rheology
4 credits
Organic Chemistry Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Module 1 covers the major classes of organic compounds (organometallics, alcohols, amines, carbonyl derivatives) and their reactivity. Carboxylic acids and derivatives are also covered in chapters dedicated to the reactivity of organometallics, alcohols and carbonyl derivatives.
Particular emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms based on the basic concepts acquired in the first year.
Electromagnetism
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Thermodynamics and kinetics
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Use the basic principles of equilibrium thermodynamics to predict whether a reaction is possible, in which direction it is spontaneous and determine the proportions of reactants at equilibrium from the equilibrium constant. Application to homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria, and to the special case of precipitation reactions.(acid-base and redox reactions, time permitting). Hours: 19.5 h.
In the second part, we'll look at kinetics and reaction rates. Only simple reaction orders will be studied this year. Hours: 7.5 h .
From entity to solid
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
The first part of the module will present a general overview of materials: states of matter - chemical bonds - quantities associated with material properties (resistivity, transmittance, viscosity, Young's modulus, etc.). The concepts covered will be illustrated using polymeric and inorganic materials.
Then, in a flipped classroom, students will discover different materials through applications (varnish, paint, energy recovery, pollution control, etc.).
Mathematics for chemistry S3
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Module 2 is a continuation of Organic Chemistry Module 1. It focuses on the reactivity of carboxylic acids and derivatives.
Materials and simple structures part 1
Study level
BAC +2
Training structure
Faculty of Science
This is a basic module on the physical properties of materials and on techniques for dimensioning mechanically simple components or systems.
Material properties are covered using tensile testing, binary diagrams and microstructure.
Component dimensioning involves selecting the most suitable material and defining the geometry to ensure static and fatigue strength. Dimensional analysis can also be used to determine the characteristics of a more complex system, based on experiments carried out on a scale model.
Organic Chemistry Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Module 1 covers the major classes of organic compounds (organometallics, alcohols, amines, carbonyl derivatives) and their reactivity. Carboxylic acids and derivatives are also covered in chapters dedicated to the reactivity of organometallics, alcohols and carbonyl derivatives.
Particular emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms based on the basic concepts acquired in the first year.
Electromagnetism
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Thermodynamics and kinetics
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Use the basic principles of equilibrium thermodynamics to predict whether a reaction is possible, in which direction it is spontaneous and determine the proportions of reactants at equilibrium from the equilibrium constant. Application to homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria, and to the special case of precipitation reactions.(acid-base and redox reactions, time permitting). Hours: 19.5 h.
In the second part, we'll look at kinetics and reaction rates. Only simple reaction orders will be studied this year. Hours: 7.5 h .
From entity to solid
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
The first part of the module will present a general overview of materials: states of matter - chemical bonds - quantities associated with material properties (resistivity, transmittance, viscosity, Young's modulus, etc.). The concepts covered will be illustrated using polymeric and inorganic materials.
Then, in a flipped classroom, students will discover different materials through applications (varnish, paint, energy recovery, pollution control, etc.).
Mathematics for chemistry S3
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Module 2 is a continuation of Organic Chemistry Module 1. It focuses on the reactivity of carboxylic acids and derivatives.
Organic Chemistry Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Module 1 covers the major classes of organic compounds (organometallics, alcohols, amines, carbonyl derivatives) and their reactivity. Carboxylic acids and derivatives are also covered in chapters dedicated to the reactivity of organometallics, alcohols and carbonyl derivatives.
Particular emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms based on the basic concepts acquired in the first year.
Electromagnetism
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Thermodynamics and kinetics
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Use the basic principles of equilibrium thermodynamics to predict whether a reaction is possible, in which direction it is spontaneous and determine the proportions of reactants at equilibrium from the equilibrium constant. Application to homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria, and to the special case of precipitation reactions.(acid-base and redox reactions, time permitting). Hours: 19.5 h.
In the second part, we'll look at kinetics and reaction rates. Only simple reaction orders will be studied this year. Hours: 7.5 h .
From entity to solid
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
The first part of the module will present a general overview of materials: states of matter - chemical bonds - quantities associated with material properties (resistivity, transmittance, viscosity, Young's modulus, etc.). The concepts covered will be illustrated using polymeric and inorganic materials.
Then, in a flipped classroom, students will discover different materials through applications (varnish, paint, energy recovery, pollution control, etc.).
Mathematics for chemistry S3
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Module 2 is a continuation of Organic Chemistry Module 1. It focuses on the reactivity of carboxylic acids and derivatives.
Color measurement
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
 The "Color Measurement" UE is an introduction to colorimetry. It provides an understanding of how colors are perceived and classified in the various colorimetric systems currently in use. The course begins with a brief historical introduction tracing the most significant stages in the construction of colorimetry, followed by a chapter giving some notions of the "neuro-physiology" of vision, describing how the eye and retina function. This is followed by a chapter on photometry, introducing the quantities essential to colorimetry, in particular spectral luminance, and then a study of colorimetric systems such as RGB, XYZ or L*a*b*. The emphasis in these first chapters is on additive color synthesis, which enables colors to be produced on screens (computer, TV, telephones, etc.). The course continues with an introduction to spectro-colorimetry, which enables us to understand the properties of color mixtures (subtractive synthesis) through its simplest models (Beer-Lambert, Kubelka-Munk, etc.). The course is illustrated by a number of hands-on exercises that familiarize students with the various colorimetric systems, their advantages and disadvantages. It is also supported by practical exercises that enable students to master color measurement devices (colorimeters, spectro-colorimeters) and associated software. A major part of the practical exercises is devoted to comparing color observations and measurements.
Organic Chemistry Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Module 1 covers the major classes of organic compounds (organometallics, alcohols, amines, carbonyl derivatives) and their reactivity. Carboxylic acids and derivatives are also covered in chapters dedicated to the reactivity of organometallics, alcohols and carbonyl derivatives.
Particular emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms based on the basic concepts acquired in the first year.
Electromagnetism
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Thermodynamics and kinetics
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Use the basic principles of equilibrium thermodynamics to predict whether a reaction is possible, in which direction it is spontaneous and determine the proportions of reactants at equilibrium from the equilibrium constant. Application to homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria, and to the special case of precipitation reactions.(acid-base and redox reactions, time permitting). Hours: 19.5 h.
In the second part, we'll look at kinetics and reaction rates. Only simple reaction orders will be studied this year. Hours: 7.5 h .
From entity to solid
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
The first part of the module will present a general overview of materials: states of matter - chemical bonds - quantities associated with material properties (resistivity, transmittance, viscosity, Young's modulus, etc.). The concepts covered will be illustrated using polymeric and inorganic materials.
Then, in a flipped classroom, students will discover different materials through applications (varnish, paint, energy recovery, pollution control, etc.).
Mathematics for chemistry S3
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Module 2 is a continuation of Organic Chemistry Module 1. It focuses on the reactivity of carboxylic acids and derivatives.
Organic Chemistry Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Module 1 covers the major classes of organic compounds (organometallics, alcohols, amines, carbonyl derivatives) and their reactivity. Carboxylic acids and derivatives are also covered in chapters dedicated to the reactivity of organometallics, alcohols and carbonyl derivatives.
Particular emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms based on the basic concepts acquired in the first year.
Electromagnetism
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Thermodynamics and kinetics
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Use the basic principles of equilibrium thermodynamics to predict whether a reaction is possible, in which direction it is spontaneous and determine the proportions of reactants at equilibrium from the equilibrium constant. Application to homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria, and to the special case of precipitation reactions.(acid-base and redox reactions, time permitting). Hours: 19.5 h.
In the second part, we'll look at kinetics and reaction rates. Only simple reaction orders will be studied this year. Hours: 7.5 h .
From entity to solid
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
The first part of the module will present a general overview of materials: states of matter - chemical bonds - quantities associated with material properties (resistivity, transmittance, viscosity, Young's modulus, etc.). The concepts covered will be illustrated using polymeric and inorganic materials.
Then, in a flipped classroom, students will discover different materials through applications (varnish, paint, energy recovery, pollution control, etc.).
Mathematics for chemistry S3
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Organic Chemistry Module 2 is a continuation of Organic Chemistry Module 1. It focuses on the reactivity of carboxylic acids and derivatives.
Electrochemistry
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
This course introduces electrochemistry, with a particular focus on redox. It complements the EU courses on chemical thermodynamics and kinetics, some of whose concepts will be used.
Organic Chemistry
ECTS
3 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
The organic chemistry module in S4 in L2 focuses on the electronic, acid-base properties and reactivity of aromatic compounds of benzene, phenol and aniline derivatives. In particular, the reaction mechanisms involved in nucleophilic and electrophilic substitution reactions in aromatic chemistry will be covered. This course builds on the basic knowledge acquired in L1 and the first semester of L2.
Analysis (NMR,IR)
ECTS
3 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
- Proton nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR)
- Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) of carbon 13Â
- Infrared spectroscopy (IR)
- UV-visible spectroscopy
Experimental chemistry
ECTS
6 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Chemistry is an experimental science. The aim of this practical module is to use experiments to illustrate a number of theoretical concepts covered in the BSc Chemistry course (L2 and early S5 in particular), in a way that complements the other experimental chemistry modules offered in L1 and L2 Chemistry.
Inorganic chemistry Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Inorganic chemistry Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Atomistics & Reactivity
Training structure
Faculty of Science
The first part of this course presents the basics of quantum chemistry for chemists and physical chemists. He began by taking up the principles of quantum mechanics and his master equation, the Schrödinger equation. The solution of the Schrödinger equation in simple cases and the notions of wave functions and quantization are presented and illustrated in simple cases. The hydrogen atom is then studied.
The teaching also focuses on approximation methods that make it possible to determine the properties of complex systems where the Schrödinger equation cannot be solved directly. The effect of spin on the electronic properties of atoms and molecules will also be discussed.
The second part of this course focuses on the quantum description of molecular properties and reactivity. The qualitative construction of molecular orbitals using symmetry properties will be introduced and the link between molecular orbital diagram and chemical bonding is made. The link between molecular geometry and electronic structure will be discussed. This course will then focus on the Huckel method which allows to obtain diagrams of molecular orbitals of π systems. The classical notions of conjugation, delocalization, donor or acceptor character and aromaticity will be studied in this approach. The theory of boundary orbitals is used to rationalize molecular reactivity (cycloaddition, electrocyclization) and molecular geometries.
Aromatic plants and regulations
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Initiation Cosmétique
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Life chemistry
ECTS
3 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Fragrances: Sensory education
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Raw materials chemistry 1
ECTS
5 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Analytical chemistry of volatile compounds
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Color measurement
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
 The "Color Measurement" UE is an introduction to colorimetry. It provides an understanding of how colors are perceived and classified in the various colorimetric systems currently in use. The course begins with a brief historical introduction tracing the most significant stages in the construction of colorimetry, followed by a chapter giving some notions of the "neuro-physiology" of vision, describing how the eye and retina function. This is followed by a chapter on photometry, introducing the quantities essential to colorimetry, in particular spectral luminance, and then a study of colorimetric systems such as RGB, XYZ or L*a*b*. The emphasis in these first chapters is on additive color synthesis, which enables colors to be produced on screens (computer, TV, telephones, etc.). The course continues with an introduction to spectro-colorimetry, which enables us to understand the properties of color mixtures (subtractive synthesis) through its simplest models (Beer-Lambert, Kubelka-Munk, etc.). The course is illustrated by a number of hands-on exercises that familiarize students with the various colorimetric systems, their advantages and disadvantages. It is also supported by practical exercises that enable students to master color measurement devices (colorimeters, spectro-colorimeters) and associated software. A major part of the practical exercises is devoted to comparing color observations and measurements.
Sensory analysis
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Pre-professional project application on matrices
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Chemistry of specific materials 2
ECTS
5 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Analytical tools for VOC characterization
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Experimental physical chemistry of colloidal systems
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Fragrances / Flavors: formulation
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Polymers, colloids and rheology
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Sensory analysis
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Pre-professional project application on matrices
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Chemistry of specific materials 2
ECTS
5 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Analytical tools for VOC characterization
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Cosmetics: formulation
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Experimental physical chemistry of colloidal systems
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Polymers, colloids and rheology
ECTS
4 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science