Targeted level of study
BAC +5
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Language(s) of instruction
French
Presentation
The Master's degree in Wood Sciences deals with wood from its formation in the tree to its multiple uses, from materials to molecules, by integrating economic, climatic and environmental issues. This training calls on skills in biology, ecology, chemistry, physics, mechanics and social sciences.
This demanding interdisciplinary training is based on innovative learning methods to develop each person's personal project in a spirit of cooperation.
The training is open to alternating courses (5 places) and initial training (15 places).
For more information: https: //master-bois-fds.edu.umontpellier.fr/
Objectives
This master's degree trains managers, engineers and future researchers in wood science, who are able to make proposals for development and innovation in forestry and wood industry companies and research laboratories.
Particular attention will be paid to cross-disciplinary skills ensuring the adaptability of graduates to the eco-engineering and bio-based materials sector (project management, problem solving, scientific approach, etc.).
Know-how and skills
- Acquire interdisciplinary knowledge in wood sciences from its formation in the tree to its multiple uses, from materials to molecules, by integrating economic, climatic and environmental issues.
- Identify, formulate and solve complex problems in current and emerging areas of wood science.
- To develop a spirit of openness and cooperation and to build a personal project
Organization
Knowledge control
Students will be evaluated by continuous assessment in various forms.
Special arrangements
The premises of the Master of Science in Wood are located in building 4 of the Triolet campus.
They are composed as follows:
- Wood machining workshop
- Wood workroom
- Project room
Open in alternation
Type of contract | Apprenticeship contract, Professionalization contract |
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Alternation methods
Internships, tutored projects
Internship | Mandatory |
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Duration of the course | 4 months in M1, 4 months in M2 |
Internship abroad | Possible |
2 internships of at least 4 months from March to June or from March to August in M1 and M2 are planned: one in a company and one in academic research.
Case study project in M1 (5 weeks)
R&D project in M2 (6 weeks)
Red thread project over the two years of the training.
Program
The Master in Wood Sciences is based on active and innovative pedagogies:
- Problem-based learning (PBL),
- Interdisciplinary projects,
- Field trips,
- Autonomy,
- Development of personal projects.
The training will be face-to-face. Two weeks in M1 are organized off-campus.
Select a program
Wood Science
Admission
Conditions of access
The Master's degree is accessible by application. It welcomes holders of a Bac+3 in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanics or Environment, open to interdisciplinarity and motivated to reach the required level in disciplines with which they are less familiar.
A few places are also available for highly motivated holders of a Bac+3 in other disciplines (economics, architecture, political science, history, etc.). Please contact the training managers.
How to register
Applications are made on the following platforms:
- French & European students: follow the "My Master" procedure from the website: https: //www.monmaster.gouv.fr/
- For the M2, the student will have to submit his or her application via the e-candidat application on the website of the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Montpellier.
- International students from outside the EU: follow the "Studies in France" procedure: https: //pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr/etudesenfrance/dyn/public/authentification/login.html
Target audience
Bac+3 in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanics or Environment
Other disciplines: Contact the training managers.
And then
Further studies
Doctorate
Professional integration
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