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MA/MS in Biodiversité, écologie et évolution — Paléontologie

Poitiers University

Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

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MA/MS in Biodiversité, écologie et évolution — Paléontologie at Poitiers University in Poitiers, France is a master's degree in Ecology & Conservation programme. The programme runs for 2 years.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Ecology & Conservation
Duration: 2 years

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: formations.univ-poitiers.fr ·

Program details

Overview

The Paléontologie track sits between earth sciences and life sciences and is increasingly multidisciplinary, using biological tools and methods alongside geological objects. It is run jointly by the universities of Poitiers and Montpellier. M1 is taught in Poitiers, M2 in Montpellier, and the semester 4 research internship takes place in one of the partner laboratories worldwide. The track draws on two internationally recognised palaeontology laboratories, PALEVOPRIM in Poitiers and ISEM in Montpellier, and accepts 14 students. Adults returning to study can enter through VAPP or VAE validation. The master lasts two years and totals 120 ECTS.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Apply for first-year entry through monmaster.gouv.fr. Non-European applicants covered by Études en France apply through Campus France. Intake capacity: 14.

About Poitiers University

Type: University
Control: Public
Students: 28,000
Programs: 279
Location: Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Biodiversité, écologie et évolution — Paléontologie award?

Poitiers University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Ecology & Conservation on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Biodiversité, écologie et évolution — Paléontologie take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

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