ECTS
120 credits
Duration
2 years
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Overview
Program
Select a program
M1 - Wood Sciences
How the Shaft Works
4 credits33hInterdisciplinary Project: Theme 1
3 creditsPersonal Goals and Career Motivation
2 creditsData Analysis and Applied Statistics in Wood Sciences
3 credits21hWood for Tree 1: Chemical Composition and Microstructure
5 credits36hDiversity of Mechanical and Physicochemical Properties
5 credits40,5hCase Study in Wood Science
5 creditsForests, Wood, and Global Issues
3 credits24h
Internship
15 creditsAnnual "Fil Rouge" Project 2
5 creditsFrom the Tree to Its Uses
5 credits46,5hEnglish for Wood Science 1
2 credits18hWood for Tree 2: Biomechanics & Hydraulics of Trees
3 credits22,5h
M1 - Wood Sciences APPRENTICESHIP
How the Shaft Works
4 credits33hInterdisciplinary Project: Theme 1
3 creditsPersonal Goals and Career Motivation
2 creditsData Analysis and Applied Statistics in Wood Sciences
3 credits21hWood for Tree 1: Chemical Composition and Microstructure
5 credits36hDiversity of Mechanical and Physicochemical Properties
5 credits40,5hCase Study in Wood Science
5 creditsForests, Wood, and Global Issues
3 credits24h
Internship
15 creditsAnnual "Fil Rouge" Project 2
5 creditsFrom the Tree to Its Uses
5 credits46,5hEnglish for Wood Science 1
2 credits18hWood for Tree 2: Biomechanics & Hydraulics of Trees
3 credits22,5h
M2 - Wood Sciences
Employment Integration and Communication
5 credits30hInterdisciplinary Project: Theme 3
6 creditsApplications for Solid Wood, Panels, and Composites
6 credits48hEnglish for Wood Sciences 2
2 credits18hNatural and Cultivated Forests
5 credits37,5hBiorefinery and Energy Recovery
6 credits48h
The Wood Industry and Sustainable Development
3 credits24hCompany or Laboratory Internship
15 creditsInterdisciplinary Project: Theme 4
6 creditsR&D Project
6 credits
M2 - Wood Sciences APPRENTICESHIP
Employment Integration and Communication
5 credits30hInterdisciplinary Project: Theme 3
6 creditsApplications for Solid Wood, Panels, and Composites
6 credits48hEnglish for Wood Sciences 2
2 credits18hNatural and Cultivated Forests
5 credits37,5hBiorefinery and Energy Recovery
6 credits48h
The Wood Industry and Sustainable Development
3 credits24hCompany or Laboratory Internship
15 creditsInterdisciplinary Project: Theme 4
6 creditsR&D Project
6 credits
How the Shaft Works
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
33h
Morphogenesis and Fundamental Processes in Tree Development
Primary growth (organogenesis and elongation; stem and root)
Secondary Growth (Function of the Cambium and Phellogen)
Branching and Branching Patterns
Reproduction (from flower to fruit) and reproductive phenology
Tree Architecture
Architectural Models
The Concept of Architectural Unity
Repetition
Aging and Decline
Morphogenetic gradients
Root Architecture
Diversity, Variability, and Plasticity in Tree Functioning and Adaptation
Structure-Time Relationships: Dendrochronological Approaches
Phenology and Chronobiology
Primary growth, branching, flowering, and morpho-anatomical markers
Chalazal Function and Growth Rings
Retrospective Reconstruction of Tree Development
Ecophysiology and Functional Architecture of Trees
Mechanical Support
Root Uptake (including the role of mycorrhizae)
Conduction
Photosynthesis
Reserves
Reproduction
Trade-offs and Compromises Between Functions
Adaptations and Structure-Function Relationships
Adaptations to herbivory (spines, underground stems, latex, chemical compounds, etc.)
Resistance to pathogens (bark, latex, etc.)
Fire resistance (bark, ability to regenerate, fire-dependent plants, etc.)
Drought Tolerance/Resistance
Wood: A Marker of History
Anthracology
Dendrochronology / dendroclimatology
An indicator of vegetation, land use, and climate
Practical training: Analysis of core samples after drying…
Interdisciplinary Project: Theme 1
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Personal Goals and Career Motivation
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Data Analysis and Applied Statistics in Wood Sciences
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
21h
- Introduction to Statistics and the Scientific Method
Scientific Approach
Data Structuring
Descriptive Statistics
Overview of Analytical Methods
A Critical Look at Statistics
- Univariate Analyses
Comparison Tests
Distribution Compliance
Simple Regression and Analysis of Variance/Covariance
- Multivariate Analyses
Correlations and Principal Component Analysis
Multiple Linear Regression
Nonlinear adjustments
- Classification and Discrimination
Classification (supervised, unsupervised)
Segmentation and Discrimination
- Statistical Analysis Tools
Introduction to R Software
Wood for Tree 1: Chemical Composition and Microstructure
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
36h
- Taxonomy / Phylogeny: The Concept of a Species
- The Origins of the Tree / The Origins of Wood - The Emergence of Tree-Like Forms, the Invention of Wood, and Evolution
- Development of the cambium and the vascular system
- Diversity of woody tissues (tracheids / vessels / fibers / parenchyma)
- Anatomical characteristics and taxonomic identification of temperate and tropical woods
- Chemical composition of wood
- Macromolecules (cellulose, hemicelluloses, lignins, etc.) and their properties (Tg)
- Nanostructure—meso- and nanoporosity, organization of cellulose microfibrils (interaction between chemical compounds)
- Chemical composition of wood
- Secondary metabolites (function, composition, diversity), extractables
- Chemical composition of wood - Gums, latex, exudates, resins
Diversity of Mechanical and Physicochemical Properties
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
40,5h
Mechanical Properties of Wood
One-dimensional elastic behavior and applied strength of materials (RDM) for structures with wooden beams, and an introduction to design codes (finite element modeling).
One-dimensional viscoelasticity and damping.
Orthotropic behavior.
Fracture behavior.
Quasi-static and vibrational measurement methods.
Wood Compared to Other Materials (Ashby's charts).
Physicochemical Properties of Wood
Thermal and hygroscopic properties (shrinkage and swelling), and their effect on elastic properties.
Relationships between structure, chemistry, and physicomechanical behavior (from the cell wall scale to the macroscopic scale).
Sensory properties: color, smell, texture, sound, and taste.
Diversity of Woods and Diversity of Uses
Intraspecies variability and interspecies diversity (temperate, Mediterranean, tropical) in physicomechanical properties.
Forests at the intersection of several categories of diversity (biological, physical-mechanical, functional, cultural), illustrated through specific uses and across different geocultural areas.
Case Study in Wood Science
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
The case study is a stimulating component of education and learning that aims, through a real-world scenario in a business, industrial, or research setting related to the forestry and wood industry, to develop not only students’ knowledge but, above all, the practical skills and interpersonal competencies required of managers and leaders. The case study is therefore designed to promote active learning among students through reflection and group discussion in a real-world context.
The various research topics are proposed by industry representatives, professionals, and researchers and faculty members. The topics cover interdisciplinary, scientific, technical, and socio-economic themes.
To meet the client’s request, the student draws on prior knowledge and combines it with newly acquired knowledge. Supervised by one or more academic advisors, the group of students will be responsible for developing guidelines, procedures, specifications, reports, and study deliverables based on the results of tests, trials, and/or surveys, in order to meet the client’s needs. Dialogue with peers—through discussion, debate, or argumentation—contributes significantly to the successful completion of this project.
Forests, Wood, and Global Issues
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
24h
History and Sociology of Wood
A History of the Uses of Wood, from the Paleolithic Era to the Present Day
Myths About Trees and Wood: A Story-Led Tour of the Jardin des Plantes
Wood and Forests: Perceptions and Uses
Carbon and Climate Change
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change
Carbon Footprint of the Forest and Wood Products
The Economics and Geopolitics of the Timber Industry
Carbon Economy
The Global Timber Industry - Geopolitics and Sustainability of Wood Use - Global Flows
Stakeholders in the traditional and technical wood industry, in France and around the world
Geopolitics of production, conflicts over land use. The value of forests versus other uses (mining, agriculture, urban development, etc.)
Forest Ecosystem Services
Biodiversity, air/water filtration, hydraulic regulator
Visitor Services, Pick-Your-Own Produce, Hunting,
Landscape, opening/closing of habitats
Internship
ECTS
15 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Annual "Fil Rouge" Project 2
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
From the Tree to Its Uses
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
46,5h
Logging and primary processing.
Primary andSecondary Machining
Organization ofPrimary Processing
Growth Constraints and Technological Implications
Drying and Hygroscopic Behavior
Deterioration and Durability
English for Wood Science 1
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
18h
Listening Comprehension — videos, lectures, group discussions
Reading Comprehension — Based on Articles from the Scientific Press
Oral Communication in Interaction—Lectures, Debates, and Group Work
Written Expression — Note-Taking (Reports)
Wood for Tree 2: Biomechanics & Hydraulics of Trees
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
22,5h
Biophysical Specifications for the Tree
Mechanics of a Shaft Subjected to Gravity
Shaft Hydraulics
Mechanics of a Shaft Under External Load
Integrative Biophysics of the Tree
Biophysical Adaptations and Wood Quality
How the Shaft Works
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
33h
Morphogenesis and Fundamental Processes in Tree Development
Primary growth (organogenesis and elongation; stem and root)
Secondary Growth (Function of the Cambium and Phellogen)
Branching and Branching Patterns
Reproduction (from flower to fruit) and reproductive phenology
Tree Architecture
Architectural Models
The Concept of Architectural Unity
Repetition
Aging and Decline
Morphogenetic gradients
Root Architecture
Diversity, Variability, and Plasticity in Tree Functioning and Adaptation
Structure-Time Relationships: Dendrochronological Approaches
Phenology and Chronobiology
Primary growth, branching, flowering, and morpho-anatomical markers
Chalazal Function and Growth Rings
Retrospective Reconstruction of Tree Development
Ecophysiology and Functional Architecture of Trees
Mechanical Support
Root Uptake (including the role of mycorrhizae)
Conduction
Photosynthesis
Reserves
Reproduction
Trade-offs and Compromises Between Functions
Adaptations and Structure-Function Relationships
Adaptations to herbivory (spines, underground stems, latex, chemical compounds, etc.)
Resistance to pathogens (bark, latex, etc.)
Fire resistance (bark, ability to regenerate, fire-dependent plants, etc.)
Drought Tolerance/Resistance
Wood: A Marker of History
Anthracology
Dendrochronology / dendroclimatology
An indicator of vegetation, land use, and climate
Practical training: Analysis of core samples after drying…
Interdisciplinary Project: Theme 1
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Personal Goals and Career Motivation
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Data Analysis and Applied Statistics in Wood Sciences
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
21h
- Introduction to Statistics and the Scientific Method
Scientific Approach
Data Structuring
Descriptive Statistics
Overview of Analytical Methods
A Critical Look at Statistics
- Univariate Analyses
Comparison Tests
Distribution Compliance
Simple Regression and Analysis of Variance/Covariance
- Multivariate Analyses
Correlations and Principal Component Analysis
Multiple Linear Regression
Nonlinear adjustments
- Classification and Discrimination
Classification (supervised, unsupervised)
Segmentation and Discrimination
- Statistical Analysis Tools
Introduction to R Software
Wood for Tree 1: Chemical Composition and Microstructure
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
36h
- Taxonomy / Phylogeny: The Concept of a Species
- The Origins of the Tree / The Origins of Wood - The Emergence of Tree-Like Forms, the Invention of Wood, and Evolution
- Development of the cambium and the vascular system
- Diversity of woody tissues (tracheids / vessels / fibers / parenchyma)
- Anatomical characteristics and taxonomic identification of temperate and tropical woods
- Chemical composition of wood
- Macromolecules (cellulose, hemicelluloses, lignins, etc.) and their properties (Tg)
- Nanostructure—meso- and nanoporosity, organization of cellulose microfibrils (interaction between chemical compounds)
- Chemical composition of wood
- Secondary metabolites (function, composition, diversity), extractables
- Chemical composition of wood - Gums, latex, exudates, resins
Diversity of Mechanical and Physicochemical Properties
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
40,5h
Mechanical Properties of Wood
One-dimensional elastic behavior and applied strength of materials (RDM) for structures with wooden beams, and an introduction to design codes (finite element modeling).
One-dimensional viscoelasticity and damping.
Orthotropic behavior.
Fracture behavior.
Quasi-static and vibrational measurement methods.
Wood Compared to Other Materials (Ashby's charts).
Physicochemical Properties of Wood
Thermal and hygroscopic properties (shrinkage and swelling), and their effect on elastic properties.
Relationships between structure, chemistry, and physicomechanical behavior (from the cell wall scale to the macroscopic scale).
Sensory properties: color, smell, texture, sound, and taste.
Diversity of Woods and Diversity of Uses
Intraspecies variability and interspecies diversity (temperate, Mediterranean, tropical) in physicomechanical properties.
Forests at the intersection of several categories of diversity (biological, physical-mechanical, functional, cultural), illustrated through specific uses and across different geocultural areas.
Case Study in Wood Science
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
The case study is a stimulating component of education and learning that aims, through a real-world scenario in a business, industrial, or research setting related to the forestry and wood industry, to develop not only students’ knowledge but, above all, the practical skills and interpersonal competencies required of managers and leaders. The case study is therefore designed to promote active learning among students through reflection and group discussion in a real-world context.
The various research topics are proposed by industry representatives, professionals, and researchers and faculty members. The topics cover interdisciplinary, scientific, technical, and socio-economic themes.
To meet the client’s request, the student draws on prior knowledge and combines it with newly acquired knowledge. Supervised by one or more academic advisors, the group of students will be responsible for developing guidelines, procedures, specifications, reports, and study deliverables based on the results of tests, trials, and/or surveys, in order to meet the client’s needs. Dialogue with peers—through discussion, debate, or argumentation—contributes significantly to the successful completion of this project.
Forests, Wood, and Global Issues
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
24h
History and Sociology of Wood
A History of the Uses of Wood, from the Paleolithic Era to the Present Day
Myths About Trees and Wood: A Story-Led Tour of the Jardin des Plantes
Wood and Forests: Perceptions and Uses
Carbon and Climate Change
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change
Carbon Footprint of the Forest and Wood Products
The Economics and Geopolitics of the Timber Industry
Carbon Economy
The Global Timber Industry - Geopolitics and Sustainability of Wood Use - Global Flows
Stakeholders in the traditional and technical wood industry, in France and around the world
Geopolitics of production, conflicts over land use. The value of forests versus other uses (mining, agriculture, urban development, etc.)
Forest Ecosystem Services
Biodiversity, air/water filtration, hydraulic regulator
Visitor Services, Pick-Your-Own Produce, Hunting,
Landscape, opening/closing of habitats
Internship
ECTS
15 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Annual "Fil Rouge" Project 2
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
From the Tree to Its Uses
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
46,5h
Logging and primary processing.
Primary andSecondary Machining
Organization ofPrimary Processing
Growth Constraints and Technological Implications
Drying and Hygroscopic Behavior
Deterioration and Durability
English for Wood Science 1
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
18h
Listening Comprehension — videos, lectures, group discussions
Reading Comprehension — Based on Articles from the Scientific Press
Oral Communication in Interaction—Lectures, Debates, and Group Work
Written Expression — Note-Taking (Reports)
Wood for Tree 2: Biomechanics & Hydraulics of Trees
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
22,5h
Biophysical Specifications for the Tree
Mechanics of a Shaft Subjected to Gravity
Shaft Hydraulics
Mechanics of a Shaft Under External Load
Integrative Biophysics of the Tree
Biophysical Adaptations and Wood Quality
Employment Integration and Communication
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
30h
Interdisciplinary Project: Theme 3
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Applications for Solid Wood, Panels, and Composites
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
48h
Uses of lumber:
Wood products for construction (solid wood, finger-jointed, glued laminated, cross-laminated, panels, etc.), supply chains, classifications, and uses.
History of Construction and Contemporary Architecture
Challenges and Unique Characteristics of Wood Construction Projects:
- Design: key structural, building envelope, and acoustic checks, etc.
- Construction: Specific Features and Site Organization.
- Operation: hygrothermal performance, comfort, and well-being, etc.
- Longevity and End of Life: Life Cycle Assessments of Buildings, Recyclability, and Reuse.
Fine woods used in traditional crafts such as cabinetmaking, marquetry, instrument making, etc.
Industrial uses of wood:
Wooden packaging materials (pallets, crates, barrels, etc.)
Plant-based composite materials, including wood (in products for construction, transportation, sports and recreation, design, etc.)
Wood-based materials in thermal insulation (loose-fill, semi-rigid, rigid, etc.).
Functionalized wood materials (transparent wood, augmented wood, etc.)
Resources, materials, and paper production (printing, technical papers, cardboard, etc.)
English for Wood Sciences 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
18h
Listening Comprehension — videos, lectures, group discussions
Reading Comprehension — Based on Articles from the Scientific Press
Oral Communication in Interaction—Lectures, Debates, and Group Work
Written Expression — Note-Taking (Reports)
Natural and Cultivated Forests
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
37,5h
|
Natural forest |
The major types of forests (tropical, temperate, Mediterranean, boreal, etc.) and their tree species |
|
|
Successive stages of forest development (pioneer stage, etc.) |
|
Planted Forests and Silviculture |
Plantations, Tree Species |
|
|
Silvicultural Practices: Selective cutting and natural regeneration, pruning, thinning, continuous cover, plantings, tree maturity, rotation periods, yield tables, management and planning |
|
|
Agroforestry |
|
Soil and Nutrients |
Soils, litter, and the decomposition of dead wood |
|
Threats and Opportunities Facing Forests |
Climate-related threats (drought, diseases, insects) and solutions for the future |
|
|
Human-caused threats (forest management, illegal trade, etc.) |
|
French industry |
Eco-socio-economic Characteristics |
Biorefinery and Energy Recovery
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
48h
The Wood Industry and Sustainable Development
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
24h
Company or Laboratory Internship
ECTS
15 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Interdisciplinary Project: Theme 4
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
R&D Project
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Employment Integration and Communication
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
30h
Interdisciplinary Project: Theme 3
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Applications for Solid Wood, Panels, and Composites
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
48h
Uses of lumber:
Wood products for construction (solid wood, finger-jointed, glued laminated, cross-laminated, panels, etc.), supply chains, classifications, and uses.
History of Construction and Contemporary Architecture
Challenges and Unique Characteristics of Wood Construction Projects:
- Design: key structural, building envelope, and acoustic checks, etc.
- Construction: Specific Features and Site Organization.
- Operation: hygrothermal performance, comfort, and well-being, etc.
- Longevity and End of Life: Life Cycle Assessments of Buildings, Recyclability, and Reuse.
Fine woods used in traditional crafts such as cabinetmaking, marquetry, instrument making, etc.
Industrial uses of wood:
Wooden packaging materials (pallets, crates, barrels, etc.)
Plant-based composite materials, including wood (in products for construction, transportation, sports and recreation, design, etc.)
Wood-based materials in thermal insulation (loose-fill, semi-rigid, rigid, etc.).
Functionalized wood materials (transparent wood, augmented wood, etc.)
Resources, materials, and paper production (printing, technical papers, cardboard, etc.)
English for Wood Sciences 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
18h
Listening Comprehension — videos, lectures, group discussions
Reading Comprehension — Based on Articles from the Scientific Press
Oral Communication in Interaction—Lectures, Debates, and Group Work
Written Expression — Note-Taking (Reports)
Natural and Cultivated Forests
ECTS
5 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
37,5h
|
Natural forest |
The major types of forests (tropical, temperate, Mediterranean, boreal, etc.) and their tree species |
|
|
Successive stages of forest development (pioneer stage, etc.) |
|
Planted Forests and Silviculture |
Plantations, Tree Species |
|
|
Silvicultural Practices: Selective cutting and natural regeneration, pruning, thinning, continuous cover, plantings, tree maturity, rotation periods, yield tables, management and planning |
|
|
Agroforestry |
|
Soil and Nutrients |
Soils, litter, and the decomposition of dead wood |
|
Threats and Opportunities Facing Forests |
Climate-related threats (drought, diseases, insects) and solutions for the future |
|
|
Human-caused threats (forest management, illegal trade, etc.) |
|
French industry |
Eco-socio-economic Characteristics |
Biorefinery and Energy Recovery
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
48h
The Wood Industry and Sustainable Development
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Number of hours
24h
Company or Laboratory Internship
ECTS
15 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Interdisciplinary Project: Theme 4
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
R&D Project
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Admission
Registration Procedures
Applications can be submitted through the following platforms:
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
Capacity
20 people