11 Best Biotechnology in France for 2025

The Master of Science in Biotechnology and Artificial Intelligence is a pioneering program created by SupBiotech in collaboration with EPITA (School of Engineering and Computer Science) and ESME (Special School of Mechanics and Electricity). This two-year program is designed to train future experts in bioinformatics and artificial intelligence (AI) at the Master's level (ECTS equivalent). The Master of Science in Biotech and AI: A Journey into Bioinformatics We marvel at artificial intelligence's ability to generate stunning visuals and videos in the blink of an eye. We stand in awe as it emulates history's greatest writers. We are captivated when it responds to us, becoming one of our most valuable allies both at work and in our daily lives. In countless ways, artificial intelligence has transformed our society. The field of biotechnology is no exception. In fact, it stands at the forefront of this revolution. The Master of Science (MSc) in Biotechnology and Artificial Intelligence, developed through a partnership between EPITA and ESME – two of France's leading engineering schools – trains future bioinformatics experts through a multidisciplinary approach. The mission: to empower graduates to push the boundaries of innovation by combining biology with cutting-edge technologies. The curriculum is carefully structured to enhance both technical and professional skills, with all courses and conferences delivered in English. Students benefit from hands-on cross-disciplinary projects and a long-term internship at the end of the first year.

The Bachelor's program in Biotechnology at SupBiotech (3 years, taught only in French) offers 50% practical teaching, one month of international immersion, and apprenticeship training in the final year. With a strong focus on laboratory work and projects, this program prepares students for roles such as Project Manager or Engineering Assistant. Internships are available from the first year to the third year, helping students build professional experience. Graduates leave fully ready to enter the dynamic biotech sector. The program offers 50% practical teaching, includes 1 month dedicated to international studies, and features the final year as an apprenticeship. Students also benefit from a network of 4,000 companies and laboratories. Our Bachelor's program immerses you directly in the practical world of biotechnology through projects in collaboration with industry professionals and scientific outreach activities. You will develop key skills for success. Emphasis is placed on autonomy and project-based learning, giving you full control over your education. By joining SupBiotech's Bachelor's program, you will become a key player in the biotechnology field, ready to tackle the challenges of this rapidly growing industry.

The Biotechnology Engineering Program Biotechnology evolves alongside societal transformations and represents a practical application of scientific innovations. SupBiotech’s biotechnology engineering program prepares graduates to address the ethical, human, societal, and legal challenges inherent to this rapidly growing sector. In five years, this program, which combines a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree, enables students to earn the title of engineer. It includes 12 months of corporate internships, an international experience, and a blend of theoretical and practical training.

The international master’s program focuses on Industrial Biotechnology and Processes for Bioeconomy and encompasses integrated learning in life sciences, chemical engineering, bioprocess engineering, sustainability, environmental regulations and economics, bioethical issues. The attractiveness of this educational program lies in producing graduates students with cross-disciplinary skills and expertise suitable for international careers in the emerging field of a sustainable bio-based economy.

This joint Masters programme in Marine Biotechnology is an integrated multidisciplinary programme offered within the framework of one of the first transnational European universities. The programme provides the student with a high-quality academic education, building professional competences in the area of marine biotechnology (also called blue biotechnology) and helping to address its global challenges.

The objective of this bachelor’s degree is to allow students to acquire solid scientific knowledge for a real understanding of the living things.

The aim of the one-year Master’s degree in Biorefinery & Biomaterials (Master 2) is to train professionals specialising in the problems of biomass valorisation, in particular through the development and improvement of processes allowing its transformation into biomaterials, chemical products or energy sources.

The Master on Horticultural Genetics & Biotechnology provides a two-year Master of Science degree programme for scientists holding a university Bachelors's degree in agronomy, biology, horticulture, agricultural engineering, chemistry, plant science, or any related field. The programme aims to empower the students mentoring experiences of high quality in the mechanisms, capabilities, uses, and limitations of plant biotechnology using cutting edge technologies on high throughput omics, genetics, bioinformatics, and plant genetic engineering.

The MSc in "Biobanks and Complex Data Management" has been developed by leading field experts and is the first MSc in Europe of its kind. The main objective of this MSc is to acquire knowledge, experience, and practical skills that will qualify graduates to work in the multidisciplinary field of biobanking (humans, animals, plants, and other living organisms) and complex data management.

This program offers students the possibility to pursue the second semester of L3 (S6) at the University of Montreal.

This master’s degree in Bio-Inspired Materials aims to offer an educational background connecting the laboratory environment and the living world while responding to ecological and sustainable transition challenges. Mimicking strategies elaborated by Nature represent infinite scientific and technological challenges. These challenges will be taken up through bioinspiration and biomimicry angles keeping in mind environmental awareness and ethics.