Doctorat Sciences de la vie

The deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Aug 31, 2027.

During the Doctorat Sciences de la vie, students work on a thesis under the supervision of one or more professors at the Université de Saint-Étienne, who is known for its research in life sciences, including cancer research and infectious diseases.

The thesis is a key component of the doctoral programme. Students undertake research within the university's labs, such as the Laboratoire de Biologie Moléculaire et de Génétique, and contribute to ongoing projects.

The programme prepares students for roles in academia, industry, or government, with a focus on scientific research and innovation. Doctoral students at the Université de Saint-Étienne collaborate with various institutions, including the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint-Étienne and the Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale (INSERM).