Training Structure
College of Sciences
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Program
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L3—Chemical Sciences of Matter (SCM)
In the Chemical Sciences of Materials (SCM) track, a contemporary approach will enable students to explore materials and understand their importance in major current issues (energy, water and agri-food, health, etc.). This track is designed for students who wish to acquire scientific knowledge and skills in both the synthesis and understanding of material properties. This year (L3) of progressive specialization will allow students to apply theoretical and experimental knowledge in the field of materials chemistry, combining scientific and technological approaches.
The SCM track begins in the 5th semester and continues into the 6th semester of the Bachelor’s program in Chemistry, allowing for a gradual specialization in certain areas of chemistry (materials, physical chemistry, etc.), which will then be further developed at the Master’s level.
The core curriculum consists of 50% of the course units that are common to the various tracks within the bachelor’s degree program in chemistry.
Semester 5 (S5) covers the fundamentals of chemistry with course units on thermodynamics, coordination chemistry, organic chemistry, and macromolecular chemistry. Students begin their specialization with a dedicated course unit on the structure and properties of materials, which includes—in addition to lectures and tutorials—laboratory work that allows them to apply their acquired knowledge in a practical setting. Indeed, S5 relies heavily on hands-on training to develop knowledge and skills, with 20% of instruction devoted to practical work covering synthesis methods (microwave synthesis, hydrothermal synthesis, mechanosynthesis, etc.) and advanced analytical techniques (X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy and energy-dispersive analysis, X-ray fluorescence, thermal analysis, etc.) available at the Balard Teaching Hall. This facility provides students with access to state-of-the-art equipment similar to that found in industry or research laboratories. Finally, a course in English—an essential language in the scientific world, whether industrial or academic—is also offered to improve students’ language skills.
In Semester 6 (S6), the program delves deeper into organic, polymer, and inorganic materials, while covering the theoretical foundations necessary to understand their properties and bridging the gap to industry by incorporating specific processes. A key feature of this semester is a supervised project in which students develop a research project under the guidance of faculty members from the department to create new materials or new synthesis methods. To this end, they have access to the Teaching Lab for several days, where they can use state-of-the-art equipment with a high degree of autonomy to carry out their project.
Program available through Accès Santé (L.AS).
Thermodynamics: Microscopic and Macroscopic Aspects
4 creditsEnglish S5
2 creditsCoordination Chemistry: Symmetry and Reactivity
4 creditsExperimental Chemistry
6 creditsOrganic Chemistry
4 creditsInorganic Materials: Synthesis and Characterization, Part 2
3 creditsInorganic Materials - Synthesis and Characterization, Part 1
3 creditsMacromolecular Chemistry
4 credits
Inorganic Materials: Structure and Properties
4 creditsProcesses and Materials
4 creditsTheoretical Foundations of Spectroscopy
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry
2 creditsMentored Projects
6 creditsPolymer Materials
4 creditsAdvanced Coordination Chemistry
6 credits
L3 - Chemical Sciences of Living Organisms (SCV)
This SCV program is designed for students who wish to acquire a solid foundation in biological chemistry. This program prepares students to pursue research or professional master’s degrees in the fields of biomolecules and health, as well as in the fields of flavors, fragrances, and cosmetics, at chemical engineering schools.
Program available through Accès Santé (L.AS).
Thermodynamics: Microscopic and Macroscopic Aspects
4 creditsMRI Part 1
2 creditsMass Spectrometry, Part 1
2 creditsCoordination Chemistry: Symmetry and Reactivity
4 creditsFunctional Organic Reactivity, Part 1
2 creditsExperimental Chemistry
6 creditsOrganic Chemistry
4 creditsEnglish S5
2 creditsMacromolecular Chemistry
4 credits
NMR Part 2
2 creditsMentored Projects
6 creditsFunctional Organic Reactivity, Part 2
4 creditsMass Spectrometry, Part 2
2 creditsSynthesis Strategy
6 creditsEU CHOICE
10 creditsChoose one of the following two options:
S6L3SCVCHOIX1
10 creditsMultifunctional Natural Compounds
6 creditsStructural Chemistry and Biochemistry
4 credits
S6L3SCVCHOIX2
10 creditsCosmetics, Flavors, and Fragrances
6 creditsChemical Engineering
4 credits
L3 - Preparation for the National Diploma in Oenology (DNO Prep)
The oenologist guides and supervises the winemaking process in cooperatives and
wineries. They may also work in laboratories and research institutes, taking on roles in
research, consulting, and innovation—functions that are particularly crucial in addressing the new challenges facing
this profession.
In the viticulture and winemaking sector, they are the scientific expert.
The L3 DNO preparatory program is designed for students who wish to become oenologists and have a particular
interest in the sciences.
Experimental Chemistry
6 creditsDescription of Variability 1
2 creditsFundamentals of Chemistry
10 creditsMolecular Biology
4 creditsAnalytical Chemistry of Volatile Compounds
4 creditsPhysiology
4 credits
Internship
4 creditsFood Science and Technology
2 creditsworkshops and MOOCs
2 creditsAnalytical Tools for the Characterization of VOCs
2 creditsFlavoring, Structure of Plant Biomolecules
6 creditsChemical Engineering
4 creditsTechnical Assignments: Analysis of Viticulture and Winemaking Systems
2 creditsEducational field trips, TER trains, conferences
4 creditsEnglish, 12th Grade, DNO Prep
2 creditsBacteriology
2 credits
L3 - Preparation for the National Diploma in Oenology (DNO Prep) - APP
Work-Study Program
12 creditsFundamentals of Chemistry
10 creditsMolecular Biology
4 creditsAnalytical Chemistry of Volatile Compounds
4 credits
Food Science and Technology
2 creditsworkshops and MOOCs
2 creditsAnalytical Tools for the Characterization of VOCs
2 creditsFlavoring, Structure of Plant Biomolecules
6 creditsEnglish, 12th Grade, DNO Prep
2 creditsWork-Study Program
14 creditsBacteriology
2 credits
Admission
Admission Requirements
Applications can be submitted through the following platforms:
- French and European students: Follow the application process on the University of Montpellier 's e-candidat portal:
- International students from outside the EU: Follow the “ Études en France” procedure