Fundamental and Applied Toxicology (Master 2)

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Option: Fundamental and Applied Toxicology


The field of toxicology in Algeria has specific needs and requirements that must be reinforced by the training of specialized and competent professionals capable of addressing current toxicological issues and risk assessment in its various forms and origins. Risk assessment, both for the environment and human health, has become a major concern for societies today. Developing knowledge related to biological system disruptions, from molecules to organ functions, is necessary to achieve these societal goals.

This Master's program in Fundamental and Applied Toxicology will enable students to establish themselves in the field of toxicology and risk assessment. The training will also allow them to integrate into the professional world or into research and analysis laboratories. As a result, students will acquire the necessary skills to:

  • Assess public health and environmental risks.
  • Analyze the dysfunction of ecosystems in the current context.
  • Evaluate the risks of pollutants for humans and the environment.
  • Study human exposure to environmental pollutants.
  • Understand the mechanisms of action of pollutants.

Fundamental and Applied Toxicology (Master 2)


Teaching Language : French, English, Arabic

Curriculum Highlights

Core Courses

Core Teaching Unit (UEF)

UEF5: Food Toxicology, Cancerology and Pathology

  • Subject 1: Food Toxicology
  • Subject 2: Carcinogenesis and Tumoral Pathologies

UEF6: Impact of Pesticides on Health

  • Single Subject: Impact of Pesticides on Health

Methodological Teaching Unit (UEM)

UEM3: Structural Biology and Xenobiotic Techniques / Statistical Tests and Multidimensional Analyses

  • Subject 1: Structural Biology and Xenobiotic Techniques
  • Subject 2: Statistical Tests and Multidimensional Analyses

Discovery Teaching Unit (UED)

UED3: Bibliographic Research Techniques

  • Subject 1: Bibliographic Research Techniques

Transversal Teaching Unit (UET)

UET3: Entrepreneurship

  • Subject 1: Entrepreneurship


Advanced Topics

The issues related to toxic substances are becoming increasingly pressing today. All socio-economic sectors and public health are facing these challenges. Currently, in Algeria, there are growing environmental challenges, including industrial, urban, and agricultural environmental issues, household waste, water pollution, pharmaceutical residues, etc.

This program aims to train professionals who can intervene in various public and private organizations:

  • Research laboratories
  • Experts for national and international organizations
  • Directorate of the Environment
  • National parks
  • Hygiene services at the level of local communes (APC)
  • Industries specializing in water and waste management and treatment
  • Consulting firms (impact studies)
  • All institutions with a focus on the environment and health


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