ECTS
120 credits
Duration
2 years
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Overview
The biological and ecological sciences are increasingly intertwined with the mathematical sciences in order to characterize the complex interactions and processes between organisms and their environments, as well as to analyze and process large databases, among other applications. The IDIL Master’s program in Quantitative Ecology & Evolution aims to train students in the fields of ecology and evolution, with a strong focus on the mathematical sciences, statistics, and numerical analysis.
This unique program will enable students to acquire solid, competitive skills in the field of ecology and evolutionary science.
Examples of course units:
- Ecology
- Evolution
- Study of variability
The Benefits of the Training Program
- Paid internships in the M1 and M2 programs
- Courses in English and the international environment
- Customizable study tracks
- Support from a mentor and a tutor
Program
- Learning by doing. The IDIL programs place a strong emphasis on learning by doing by incorporating “In-lab units” (courses held in a laboratory) into their curricula, as well as a funded research internship during the M1 and M2 years. The IDIL program provides access to approximately 100 laboratories at the University of Montpellier, where students will have the opportunity to work in an immersive environment.
- Customized curriculum. IDIL students can tailor their academic path to their career goals and interests by selecting courses from three different instructional units: Non-Core, In-Lab, and Cross-Disciplinary. Academic advising will be provided to ensure that each student’s curriculum aligns with their chosen field of study.
- Introduction to a new discipline. All IDIL students must choose a Non-Core course, which is an introductory course in a discipline from another IDIL track. For example, a student in Comparative Politics and Public Policy may take an introductory course in the Applied Ecological and Evolutionary Sciences track. This program allows students to develop a unique academic profile and is an effective way to foster interdisciplinary thinking, a key challenge in modern research.
- Mentoring. Throughout their IDIL program, students will be mentored by a researcher from one of Montpellier’s laboratories. The mentor is responsible for helping students prepare for their internships, teaching theory through various workshops, and helping students build their professional networks.
For more information on the IDIL graduate program, click here: https://idil.edu.umontpellier.fr/
Select a program
M1 - IDIL - Quantitative Ecology & Evolution
Research Internship - Ecology
30 credits
IDIL Cross-Functional Training Units
4 creditsAnalytical and Numerical Methods in Ecology and Evolution
2 creditsStudy of Variability
2 creditsEcology
2 creditsCHOICE 1 S1 M1 QEE IDIL
2 creditsChoose 1 out of 14
Plant Health 2.0: A Global War
2 creditsOne Health and Eco-Epidemiology
2 creditsWho's Afraid of AI?
2 creditsBasics of Sustainable Management
2 credits20hWhy Is Democracy Hard?
2 creditsThe Bionic Man
2 creditsInnovations in clinical biomarkers and biotechnologies for pers
2 creditsChallenges in Chemistry for Health and the Environment
2 creditsBiology by the Numbers: Measure, Predict, and Design
2 creditsThe Chemistry of Beer, Wine, and the Culinary Arts
2 creditsHow the Way We Move Reveals Who We Are
2 creditsDefusing Quantitative Nonsense
2 creditsScientific Openness to Earth and Water Issues in a Global Context
2 creditsExplore, understand, and learn
Evolution
4 creditsStochastic processes
2 creditsIn-Lab
2 creditsPersonal project: research project + English
10 creditsOptional
M2 - IDIL - Quantitative Ecology & Evolution
Bayesian Statistics
2 creditsPopulations, Randomness, and Heterogeneity
4 creditsConservation Biology (Advanced)
2 creditsEU NON-CORE TRAINING UNITS IDIL (ELECTIVE)
4 creditsChoose 2 out of 12
Defusing Quantitative Nonsense
2 creditsPlant Health 2.0: A Global War
2 creditsChallenges in Chemistry for Health and the Environment
2 creditsWhy Is Democracy Hard?
2 creditsInnovations in clinical biomarkers and biotechnologies for pers
2 creditsScientific Openness to Earth and Water Issues in a Global Context
2 creditsBasics of Sustainable Management
2 credits20hExplore, understand, and learn
The Chemistry of Beer, Wine, and the Culinary Arts
2 creditsHow the Way We Move Reveals Who We Are
2 creditsBiology by the Numbers: Measure, Predict, and Design
2 creditsWho's Afraid of AI?
2 credits
Multidisciplinary Team Project
10 creditsTransversal Units 2B IDIL
Spatial Data
2 creditsMachine Learning
2 creditsEco-evolutionary dynamics
2 credits
Research Internship - Ecology
30 credits
Admission
Admission Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in the following fields
• Minimum English proficiency level: B2
• Resume and cover letter
• Two letters of recommendation from a researcher and/or professor
• Estimated ranking of the student within their graduating class
• Detailed transcript
Registration Procedures
First, please contact the program director of the master’s program you are interested in to obtain information about the expected academic level and the type of instruction offered.
French and European students:
- For the M1 program, follow the “My Master’s” procedure on the website: https://www.monmaster.gouv.fr/
- For the M2 program, students must submit their application through the e-candidat portal: https://candidature.umontpellier.fr/candidature
International students from outside the EU: Follow the “Études en France” procedure:https://pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr/etudesenfrance/dyn/public/authentification/login.html
Tuition Fees
Available scholarships
- Paid internships for all M1 & M2 students
- For international students | A 4-month IDIL scholarship is available for M1 & M2 students (€600/month)
- For international students | The IDIL program reimburses your travel expenses to come study in Montpellier (up to 600€)
- For international students | French as a foreign language courses are offered to help international students integrate.
Mandatory Prerequisites
This selective interdisciplinary program is open to students who hold a bachelor’s degree in ecology/evolution and/or mathematics. However, students must demonstrate a strong interest in both biology/ecology AND mathematics.
And then
Transition Programs and Reorientation
Pursuing a Ph.D.
The IDIL programs are well-suited for students wishing to pursue a Ph.D.
Employment Placement
Although IDIL programs are research-oriented, they offer an incredible amount of professional experience throughout the program that can be applied in any professional setting. How to work as part of a team, how to lead a project, and how to use data are all soft skills taught during this program.