Overview
In the dynamic landscape of the life sciences, biobanking has emerged as an essential domain encompassing the collection, storage, and processing of biospecimens - whether human, animal, or plant tissues and fluids - to support research objectives. The effective management of biobanks, coupled with the sensitive handling of the complex data associated with them, is the cornerstone of modern healthcare and the quest for personalized medicine.
Offered by Université Côte d'Azur and designed by leading experts, the MSc in Biobanks and Complex Data Management covers key areas such as quality management, ethical considerations, bioinformatics, and data visualization. It is aimed at individuals who aspire to provide scalable biobanking services that meet regulatory standards.
On completion of this program, graduates will be well prepared for careers in public hospitals, private laboratories, research institutions, and healthcare-related organizations, and equipped to deal with the complexities of biobanking and complex data management, making significant contributions to healthcare and medical research.
Program Outcome
On completion of the MSc program, students will be able to:
- Become biobank managers at an international level
- Assure and enhance the quality of biological samples
- Offer advice for marketing and biobank sustainability
- Address the ethical, legal, and societal aspects of biobanking
- Assure management of complex data associated with biological samples
On completion of the MSc program, students will be able to:
- Become biobank managers at an international level
- Assure and enhance the quality of biological samples
- Offer advice for marketing and biobank sustainability
- Address the ethical, legal, and societal aspects of biobanking
- Assure management of complex data associated with biological samples
Programme Structure
Year 1
- Human Health & Agro-environment
- Quality in Biobanking
- Bioethics in Biobanking
- Biosafety and Risk Management in Biobanking
- Data Analysis 1
- Professional Integration 1
- Project Management
- Biobank Côte d'Azur Technical Unit
- Internship 1
- Mentoring & Research 1
Year 2
- Biobankonomics
- Big Data for Biobanking
- Data Analysis 2
- Networking in Biobanking
- Professional Integration 2
- Marketing & Business Strategy
- People Management
- “Success Story” in Biobanking
- Mentoring & Research 2
- Internship 2
Audience
The MSc in Biobanks and Complex Data Management at Université Côte d’Azur is best suited for students with a strong interest in life sciences, biospecimen management, and data‑driven healthcare. Ideal candidates have a background in biology, biotechnology, biomedical sciences, or related fields, and are motivated to develop skills in quality management, bioinformatics, ethical practices, and complex data handling.
This program fits learners who want to work at the intersection of biobanking, research support, and data management across human, animal, or environmental domains.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Nice, France
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
MSc Biobanks and Complex Data Management is ideal for applicants interested in the field of biobanking or those seeking to deepen their expertise in this area. MSc Biobanks is fully taught in English and as such students must have high-level English speaking and writing skills. French is not a requirement for admission.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in one of the following areas:
- Biology / Life Sciences
- Biochemistry or Molecular Biology (BTS (Higher Technical Diploma) also accepted)
- Biotechnology
- Biomedical Sciences / Health Sciences
- Pharmacy
- Environmental Biology
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
The selection is a 2 phase process:
- A first selection is made based on the evaluation of your application form and supporting documents.
- The pre-selected candidates will then be invited for a face-to-face interview conducted in English. The applicants are encouraged to discuss their unique background, motivation, interests, and goals during this interview.
Supporting documents to be uploaded before the application deadline:
- Degree certificate(s) or current enrollment certificate
- Application form (see Supporting Documents)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Two online letters of recommendation (should be from a professor)
- Motivation letter
- A test may be required to evaluate the skills in biology
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents5500 EUR / year≈ 5500 EUR / year
Additional Details
- The tuition fees rate for home students will be determined according to the student’s household's country of tax residency. Conditions apply
Living costs
Nice
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
IDEX Scholarships for International MSc Programs
Each year Université Côte d'Azur awards 10 Idex scholarships to the best MSc candidates. The recipients of these grants of excellence will be exempt from tuition fees and will receive a stipend of €5,000.
France Excellence Europa Scholarship Program
International students from 26 European countries may be awarded the France Excellence Europa scholarship for a maximum period of 12 months (M2) and 24 months (M1).
EIFFEL Scholarship Program of Excellence
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