Biological engineering

Environmental Sciences and Ecotechnologies study track

2000 hrs over 3 years

Minimum 24-week in-company training and research project;
600 H tutored projects;
A Career oriented diploma: industry oriented teaching: close university/industry links: staff from industrial and University backgrounds;
Main language (second language possible): English, German, Spanish, Italian;
Preparation for the TOEIC;
Language assistant classes for extra English, German and Spanish;
4 language labs + 3 specific multimedia classrooms equipped for language learning;
Language of studies: French and some in English. Introduction to the French language & culture: compulsory course (for all foreign students);

Duration: 3 years (full-time);

Academic volume: 180 ects.

Knowledge of the ecosystems (ecology, hydrogeology, pedology, climate science)
sanitary control, risk and impact studies
environmental management and regulations
analysis and treatment of pollutions (chemical, physical, biological) in soil, water and air

sanitary control, risk and impact studies
knowledge of the ecosystems (ecology, hydrogeology, pedology, climate science)
Analysis and treatment of pollutions (chemical, physical, biological) in soil, water and air.

After having completed their studies, graduates are able to:

Take action in all areas related to the environment (water, air, soil...);
Master analytical environmental techniques in chemistry, ecotoxicology and microbiology fit to work as a team throughout a project;
Master analytical environmental techniques in chemistry, ecotoxicology and microbiology fit to work as a team throughout a project;
Demonstrate versatility (field, laboratory, studies...);
Deal with situations demanding both autonomy and responsibility.

Main areas: chemistry, microbiology, ecotoxicology, water treatment, waste treatment
Scope of activities: Biotechnologies, civil engineering, field work, town and country
planning, safety, research and engineering offices (departments).

Biological Engineering (GB) : Laurent Villermet (laurent.villermet @ univ-st-etienne.fr)