Biotechnology and Sustainable Development

University education must address both global and national concerns. Sustainable development offers a solution to the challenge of preserving a habitable planet for future generations through the rational exploitation of natural resources.

This Master’s program is open to graduates from various L3 (Bachelor’s) programs, fostering a dynamic and multidisciplinary scientific environment among students. However, fundamental courses in microbiology, biochemistry, and genetics will be reinforced, particularly in their practical applications.

The program aims to develop students' abilities to identify, collect, and utilize natural resources (plants, microorganisms) for industrial and environmental applications. To achieve this, students will deepen their knowledge in plant sciences, microbiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology, acquired during their L3 studies. These skills will help address contemporary challenges by promoting the sustainable management of natural resources (plants and microorganisms) and providing industries with eco-friendly processing solutions.

Additional courses will be offered to apply these theoretical concepts in real-world settings, including:

·       Bioprocesses

·       Utilization of plant microbiomes

·       Rehabilitation of anthropized areas

·       Agroecology and entrepreneurship

These applications span multiple sectors:

·       Environmental: Agroecology, rehabilitation of degraded areas, biodiversity conservation

·       Industrial: Agri-food, medicinal applications, and cosmetology

Finally, this program also emphasizes the valorization of by-products and the management of municipal, rural, and industrial waste, following the principle:

"Nothing is created, nothing is lost, everything is transformed."