ECTS
120 credits
Duration
2 years
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Language(s) of instruction
French, English
Presentation
This course covers the major physiological and pathological functions of the nervous system. It focuses on fundamental aspects of neurobiology and neurophysiology, and covers the molecular, cellular and integrated aspects of neuronal communication and the integration of synaptic signals at the basis of an individual's behavior. These different aspects are dealt with in the context of normal and pathological functioning of the nervous system. Teaching will cover the latest conceptual and technological advances in neuroscience, as well as recent advances in the understanding and treatment of major neurological and psychiatric diseases. Particular attention will be paid to explaining and presenting the crucial interconnections between basic, translational and clinical research in the development of innovative therapies.
90-100%
Success rates
Objectives
The aim of the Neuroscience program is to train students from different backgrounds (biologists, chemists, doctors, pharmacists, engineers) in the various aspects of neuroscience research, both theoretical and practical. At the end of the two-year program, students, whatever their initial training, should be able to join a research laboratory as a doctoral student or engineer.
Know-how and skills
Knowledge
- General knowledge of biology, from the molecular and structural to the integrated level
- In-depth knowledge of neuroscience
- Knowledge of methodological approaches specific to neuroscience
- Knowledge of research laboratory practices
Know-how
- Participate in and lead a laboratory research project
- Know how to search for information in computer databases: bibliography, gene sequences, transcripts, proteins, signalling pathways, anatomical location and functional role.
- Analyze experimental data, formulate hypotheses and propose ways of testing them
- Understand neuroscience research techniques, their scope, advantages and limitations.
- Synthesize and extract important information from a scientific article in English
- Use your knowledge to propose a pathophysiological hypothesis based on clinical manifestations
- Be able to make the link between neuroscience courses and other biology disciplines
- Ability to prepare oral presentations and written scientific reports, using appropriate IT tools
Know-how
- Completing work within deadlines-Integrating multidisciplinary thinking
- Ability to work independently, adapt to a new context, take the initiative and deliver regular work.
- Be able to self-assess and challenge yourself in order to learn
- Know how to communicate, listen and exchange constructively
- Respect legal, ethical and deontological rules for the use and production of documents (plagiarism, source, copyright and citations, falsification of data)
- Respect the legal, ethical and deontological rules governing the handling of living organisms
- Respect others, materials and the organizations you work with
Students taking the Master's degree in Biology and Health Neuroscience must acquire the following skills:
Disciplinary skills:
- General knowledge of biology, from the molecular and structural level to the integrated level
- Understand the relationships between genes and behavior, and the molecular adaptations that enable organisms to adapt to environmental constraints.
- Understanding the neurobiological foundations of emotions
- Understanding the synaptic plasticity involved in learning
- Understand the major processes behind the development of the nervous system
- Understanding the pharmacology of the major neurotransmitter systems
- Know the main pathologies affecting the nervous system
- Understanding cellular interactions, particularly between neurons and glia
- Understanding the molecular and cellular networks involved in sensoriality
- Understanding the neurobiological basis of the main cognitive functions
- Understanding the relationship between neuroscience and endocrinology
- Know the practices applied in research laboratories
Organization
Special features
Special arrangements can be made on a case-by-case basis, especially for students enrolled in a medical or pharmaceutical course.
Program
Courses are organized into elective units common to the various Biology-Health master's courses, and specific units for the Neuroscience course, organized in the form of thematic weeks covering the main neuroscience disciplines (neuron-glia interaction, cognition, sensoriality, etc.).
Select a program
M1 - Neuroscience
Neurobiology of behavior
5 creditsNeuropsychopharmacology
5 creditsDevelopmental neurobiology
5 creditsCHOICE 1
15 creditsChoice of 3 out of 5
Current research in immunology
5 creditsStatistics applied to biology
5 creditsCell Biology
5 creditsCellular communications and signalling
5 creditsFunctional genomics
5 credits
English_FDS
5 creditsStage_FDS
15 creditsCHOICE 2
5 creditsYour choice: 1 of 5
Long-term internship or abroad
5 creditsImmunopathology
5 creditsPractical work in Physiology
5 creditsSensoriality
5 creditsSensoriality
5 credits50h
TER_FDS
5 credits
M2 - Neuroscience
Integrated Neuropathology
5 creditsCommunication networks
5 creditsFrom molecule to cell
5 creditsTER_FDS_S3
5 creditsCHOICE 1
10 creditsChoice of 2 from 6
Genetic information - Epigenetics - Mechanistic bases
5 creditsPhysical Biology
Signage: Methods and Concepts
5 creditsBioinformatics and System Biology
5 creditsIntegrative Pathophysiology
5 creditsAging and senescence
5 credits
Fictional research project_FDS
10 creditsStage_FDS
20 credits
Admission
Access conditions
Applications can be submitted on the following platforms:
French & European students :
- For M1, follow the "My Master" procedure on the website: https: //www.monmaster.gouv.fr/
- For M2, students must submit their application via the e-candidat application: https: //candidature.umontpellier.fr/candidature
Target audience
The Neuroscience pathway is aimed at students in Science, Medicine, Pharmacy, National Veterinary Schools, Chemistry and Engineering. It is aimed at students wishing to continue their studies by completing a university thesis in the field of neuroscience and neuroendocrinology.
Necessary prerequisites
A Bachelor's degree in biology is essential. For students coming from other disciplines (chemistry, engineering, etc.), please contact the course coordinator beforehand.
Recommended prerequisites
- Good knowledge of physiology
- Good knowledge of the main principles of neuroscience
- Good command of English
And then
Further studies
- Doctorate
- Other professional training courses
Studying abroad
- Doctorate
- Other (MBA...)
Professional integration
The program also aims to train competent professionals for academic research, the pharmaceutical industry and biotech companies. Its aim is to train through and for research in the Neurosciences. It draws on the skills of specialists from research units in Montpellier and throughout France.