plants & microbes (IDIL program)
The Plant and Microbiological Sciences for the Agro-Environment track of the Master’s degree in “Biology, Agrosciences” is offered as part of the IDIL Graduate Program. Accordingly, it promotes:
- learning through research
- interdisciplinarity
- Learning in English
The IDIL master’s degree in “Plant and Microbiological Sciences for the Agro-Environment,” short title Plants & Microbes offers the opportunity for high-level training through research in plant sciences and microbiology. The program includes the study of plants and/or microorganisms at the molecular and cellular levels, as well as at the organismal level in interaction with its agro-environment.
The student will design an individual training project consistent with the research internship project he or she will choose after the introductory week (“Summer School”).
Each student will be assigned a research mentor, who will oversee the internship, and an academic advisor to help tailor his or her personalized program in plant sciences and microbiology.
The program is supported by a network of laboratories that is unique in the world, conducting research on a wide range of topics in the fields of plant sciences, microbiology, and biotic interactions in the agro-environment, with both fundamental and applied objectives.
A strong background in molecular and cellular biology and genetics at the bachelor’s level is required. Additionally, a good knowledge of either plant physiology or microbiology—depending on the student’s individual project within the Plants & Microbes educational track—is also required. Knowledge of bioinformatics is appreciated. Fluency in scientific English is required. The ability to work independently and in a team is necessary to complete this course.
Students who graduate from this master’s program will have acquired specialized skills in a research topic related to plant sciences, microorganisms, or their interactions in the agro-environment, enabling them to lead fundamental research or applied research and development projects.
Partner Laboratories
Plant Sciences:
- AGAP Institute (Institute for Genetic Improvement and Adaptation of Mediterranean and Tropical Plants)
- DIADE (Plant Diversity, Adaptation, and Development)
- IPSiM (Institute for Plant Sciences of Montpellier)
- LEPSE (Laboratory of Ecophysiology of Plants under Environmental Stress)
- PHIM (Plant Health Institute of Montpellier)