Training Structure
College of Sciences
Overview
The National Higher Institute for Teaching and Education (INSPE) – Montpellier Academy, in collaboration with the universities in the academy, organizes training for students preparing for the National Education recruitment exams.
The Faculty of Sciences at the University of Montpellier welcomes students who are preparing for the CAPET (Certificate of Aptitude for Teaching Technical Subjects) exam—Biotechnology track—Biochemistry and Biological Engineering option.
This program is designed for students who plan to become high school teachers of biotechnology, biochemistry, and biological engineering in secondary education (STL and ST2S technology tracks) and/or in higher education (BTS in Biotechnology, BTS in Bioanalysis and Quality Control, BTS in Medical Laboratory Science, etc.) or at an IUT (DUT in Biological Engineering).
Objectives
The two-year master’s program is designed to prepare students for the CAPET Biotechnology entrance exam, with a specialization in Biochemistry and Biological Engineering. The exam takes place during the second year of the master’s program.
Expertise and Skills
This master's program is designed to help students acquire:
- scientific expertise in the field of biotechnology;
- the teaching and professional skills required to fulfill the duties of a teacher in the National Education System.
The master's program is structured around three main areas:
- Coursework in the following disciplines: biochemistry, molecular genetics, microbiology, human physiology, cell biology, immunology, biological analysis techniques (lab work), and biological engineering;
- pedagogy: a general overview of pedagogy and teaching methods, and analyses of classroom situations and activities;
- Practical training: an overview of the education system and mandatory internships in general and technical high schools.
Organization
Program
The Biotechnology track (Biochemistry and Biological Engineering option) of the Master’s program inMiddle and High School Education (MEEF) is spread over 4 semesters, each comprising course units (UE) awarded ECTS credits.
All course units (except for the Core Curriculum and Foreign Language course units) are specific to this track. They are not shared with other tracks in order to provide students with a high-quality education tailored to preparing them for the National Education competitive examination.
The competition takes place during the second year of the master's program.
Teaching Methods in Biological Engineering 2
5 creditsIntroduction to Educational Research and Construction
5 creditsEnglish
2 creditsBasic Biological Sciences 2
13 creditsEducational and Instructional Support for SOPA 2
4 creditsShared Culture: Framework: Values and Requirements
3 creditsShared Culture: Framework: Values and Requirements
3 credits34h
Admission
Admission Requirements
The following individuals are eligible to apply for the MEEF Master’s program in Secondary Education (Biotechnology, with a specialization in Biochemistry and Biological Engineering):
- students who have successfully completed a third-year degree (L3) in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Education, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, or an equivalent program;
- Students who have completed the first year of a master’s program (M1), a master’s degree (M2), a degree equivalent to a master’s (engineering degree), or a doctoral degree.
Registration Procedures
- French and European students: Follow the “Mon Master” procedure on the website:https://www.monmaster.gouv.fr/
Target Audience
- students who have successfully completed a third-year degree (L3) in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Education, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, or an equivalent program;
- Students who have completed the first year of a master’s program (M1), a master’s degree (M2), a degree equivalent to a master’s (engineering degree), or a doctoral degree.
Mandatory Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences with a concentration in biotechnology, biochemistry, microbiology, or cellular and molecular biology.
Recommended Prerequisites
A basic understanding of chemistry, human physiology, and genetics is recommended.
And then
Continuing Education
Students who pass the competitive exam and have successfully completed their M2 degree are automatically appointed as certified high school teachers of Biochemistry and Biological Engineering under the civil service status of the French Ministry of Education. Students who have successfully completed their M2 degree but did not pass the competitive exam are appointed to contractual or substitute teaching positions in high schools.
Employment Placement
The results achieved by our students have placed the Montpellier Academy in a very strong position in terms of success on the national CAPET Biotechnology exam, with a specialization in Biochemistry and Biological Engineering (BGB). Students who pass the exam and have successfully completed their M2 degree are automatically appointed as certified high school teachers of Biochemistry and Biological Engineering under the civil service status of the French Ministry of Education. Students who have completed their M2 but did not pass the exam hold contract or substitute teaching positions in high schools.