ECTS
120 credits
Duration
2 years
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Language(s) of Instruction
French
Overview
Theoretical chemistry and molecular modeling are playing an increasingly important role in chemistry, biochemistry, physics, and materials science. This branch of chemistry provides conceptual tools, qualitative models, and quantitative data that enable theoretical chemists to contribute to the development of innovative and customized chemical systems.
100 %
Success Rate
Objectives
The goal of the Theoretical Chemistry and Modeling track is to provide students with a rigorous education in theoretical and computational chemistry, preparing them to enter academia or join the R&D teams of major industrial companies. It offers dual expertise in computer science and theoretical chemistry through the study of a programming language and formal algebra tools.
Expertise and Skills
Subject-Specific Skills:
- Define and implement a numerical modeling strategy based on an experimental problem in chemistry, or at the intersection of chemistry, physics, and biochemistry (M)
- Use and analyze results from calculations based on the main methods of theoretical chemistry (E)
- Develop modeling and simulation tools, particularly for chemistry, by mastering computer tools, various numerical methods, and at least one programming language (M)
Transferable skills:
- Participate in work meetings in English
- Design, lead, and manage a project independently
- Fitting into a professional environment
Organization
Internships, supervised projects
Internship | Required |
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Supervised Projects in the First and Second Years of the Master's Program
- 1 mandatory internship during the M1 program, at least 2 months
- 1 mandatory internship during the M2 program, at least 5 months
Program
This program offers courses that are partially shared as part of the French Theoretical Chemistry Network (RFCT), with instructors from various university centers in the Southwest Cluster (Bordeaux, Montpellier, Pau, and Toulouse).
Select a program
M1 - Theoretical Chemistry and Modeling
Statistical Mechanics (University of Toulouse 3)
4 creditsQuantum Mechanics I
4 creditsLiquid NMR Spectroscopy and X-ray Diffraction
2 creditsCHOICE 1
2 creditsChoose one of the following two options:
Advanced Inorganic Materials
2 creditsThermodynamics and Phase Equilibria
2 credits
Chemometrics, statistical data analysis, experimental design
2 creditsOrganometallic Chemistry and Heterelement Chemistry
2 creditsMethodology for Characterizing Materials
2 creditsOPTION 2
2 creditsChoose one: 1 out of 1
Crystallography I
2 credits
Coordination Chemistry and Organic Chemistry
2 creditsProfessional Projects – Project Management
8 credits
Molecular Modeling (University of Toulouse 3)
2 credits2-4-month internship
10 creditsQuantum Mechanics II
5 creditsMaterials with Remarkable Electronic Properties
4 creditsTheoretical Spectroscopy
3 creditsCommunication and Career Integration
2 creditsElectronic and Optical Properties
2 creditsCoordination Chemistry of f-Block Elements
2 credits
M2 - Theoretical Chemistry and Modeling
Project Management - Business Law
4 creditsTheoretical Organometallic Reactivity
3 creditsModeling and Responsiveness
6 creditsMethodology of Quantum Chemistry
3 creditsModeling of Materials with Specific Properties
4 creditsNumerical Methods for Theoretical Chemistry
4 creditsAdvanced English
2 creditsAtomistic simulations
4 credits
5- to 6-month internship
30 credits
Admission
Admission Requirements
Applications can be submitted through the following platforms:
- French and European students: Follow the “Mon Master” procedure on the website:https://www.monmaster.gouv.fr/
- For the M2 program, students must submit their application through the e-candidat application on the University of Montpellier’s Faculty of Sciences website:
- International students from outside the EU: Follow the “Études en France” procedure:https://pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr/etudesenfrance/dyn/public/authentification/login.html
Target Audience
Recruitment level(s): 3 years of higher education
Required degree(s): The bachelor's degrees recommended for admission to the first year of the master's program are in Physical Chemistry, Chemistry, or Physical Sciences.
For direct admission to the Master 2 program:
Ideally: A Master’s degree in Chemistry or a first-year Master’s program in Physical and Chemical Sciences, with a strong focus on theoretical chemistry and modeling.
Applications reviewed carefully: a less relevant educational background, but supplemented by knowledge of modeling (gained through initial training or an internship) and accompanied by strong motivation.
Capacity
5 in M1 and M2
Mandatory Prerequisites
The Theoretical Chemistry and Modeling track is primarily intended for students who hold a general bachelor’s degree in Physical Chemistry or Chemistry. Students with a general bachelor’s degree in the sciences may apply by submitting an application.
Recommended Prerequisites
Hold a bachelor's degree with a major in Physical Chemistry or Chemistry.
And then
Continuing Education
Ph.D., most often in the field of chemical modeling (quantum chemistry, molecular or solid-state modeling and dynamics, theoretical physical chemistry, etc.). There are many opportunities to pursue a Ph.D. in France as well as abroad.
Continuing Your Education Abroad
Ph.D., most often in the field of chemical modeling (quantum chemistry, molecular or solid-state modeling and dynamics, theoretical physical chemistry, etc.).
Employment Placement
Graduates go on to work in the field of modeling and simulation (as design engineers, research and development engineers, chemical engineers specializing in molecular modeling, etc.).
Other careers available to graduates of this program: Programmer-Analyst, Software Developer.