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The Institute of Psychology was created in 1920 and is the birthplace of French psychology. It was the first institution to train psychologists at the university level. The Institute has 4,000 students studying psychology from the undergraduate to the post-graduate level. It is one of the only training and research centers in France to offer a broad range of courses in the other subdisciplines that lead to the many careers in psychology. In addition, the Institute of Psychology sets itself apart through its experimental, clinical and applied research on societal issues and in the fields of health and education.

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Since its inception, the Institute of Psychology has trained psychologists in order to respond to the various needs in the fields of health and education, as well as the needs arising in the corporate world and from socio-economic stakeholders.

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The Faculty of Psychology offers graduate and undergraduate study programmes in the following fields : psychology, cognitive and clinical neuropsychology, clinical developmental psychology, social psychology, psychopathology, psychoanalysis, occupational psychology, behavioural and cognitive therapies. All master’s degrees awarded by the Faculty enable graduates to pursue doctoral studies leading to research and/or higher education teaching.

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Running institution: Lyon 2 Head of the Doctoral School: Bruno MILLY https://edsciencessociales.universite-lyon.fr/

Running institution: Lyon 2 Head of the Doctoral School: Philippe MEUNIER http://3la.univ-lyon2.fr/

Running institution: Lyon 2 Head of the Doctoral School: Isabelle GARCIN-MARROU Deputy Head of the Doctoral School: Anna Rita GALIANO https://edepic.universite-lyon.fr/

Running institution: Lyon 3 Head of the Doctoral School: Isabelle ROYER https://edseg.universite-lyon.fr/

Running institution: Lyon 3 Head of the Doctoral School: David DEROUSSIN Responsible for Lyon 2: Benjamin MORON-PUECH https://eddroit.universite-lyon.fr/

Running institution: Lyon 1 Head of the Doctoral School: Anne DIDER Responsible for Lyon 2: Hanna CHAINAY https://nsco.universite-lyon.fr/

Running institution: Lyon 1 Head of the Doctoral School: Hamamache KHEDDOUCI Responsible for Lyon 2: Julien JACQUES http://edinfomaths.universite-lyon.fr/

Students wishing to enroll in a PhD program at the Université Lumière Lyon 2 must contact the Research and Doctoral Schools Department. Find all the contacts here. Before applying, you must :

  • Hold a Master’s degree or equivalent
  • Have identified a research laboratory or doctoral school and a thesis supervisor, who will help you identify a research topic and will supervise your work for at least three years
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Prepare a PhD

The PhD degree attests skills acquired through research in the framework of the doctoral trainin g, which has a 3 years reference duration when the research work is carried out full-time, and a 3 to 6 years duration when the thesis is prepared part-time. The PhD degree can also be obtained by the validation of the acquired experience (VAE). 

The PhD degree - the highest internationnaly recognized by higher education - is awarded after the defense of a thesis or the presentation of a set of original scientific works. 

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The different frameworks to prepare a PhD

  • Initial traininf (IF in French)
  • Lifelong training, excluding initial training  (FTLVin French)
  • Validation of the experience acquired (VAE  in French)

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Admission to PhD training

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  • Examination of an application 

Three regimes for three PhD preparation frameworks

Registration in initial training is possible as a continuation of a master or other equivalent degree. 

  • In initial training, the PhD is full time prepared  The preparation is initially set to last  3 years. Beyond this 3 years, extensions of the duration of preparation are possible, with derogation.
  • Funding dedicated to the preparation of the thesis is requested for a registration in initial training.  The reference amount of this funding corresponds to the remuneration of the PhD contract established by public law.  Derogations from this funding threshold can be requested from the head of the establishment. 

PhD students have a main research activity in one of the research team or unit of the doctoral school. 

They also have complementary PhD activities and training, intended to develop their scientific culture, their international openness and to prepare their professional future. The PhD program is personalized and defined with each doctoral school, in a framework commin to all PhD students at Université Paris-Sacaly. 

They can have complementary activities outside research, which contribute to the preparation of their professional future (teaching mission, scientific mediation, expertise of promotion of research), limited to one sixth of their time each year.

  • A thesis monitoring committee report must be submitted by the PhD student for each of their re-registrations.

Registration in lifelong training concerns two categories of people : 

  • Those who obtained their last diploma more than a year before the desired date of first enrollment in a PhD (whether the thesis is prepared full-time or part-time, and regardless of the financing conditions envisaged)
  • Those who plan to prepare their thesis at the same time as a main activitiy other than the preparation of thesis, regardless of the date of the obtention of the last degree. The main activity means that its provides more than half of the income. 
  • Lifelong training does not two types require a funding dedicated to the thesis preparation, but its comission ensures, before the first registration, that material and financial conditions are correct.  Ultimately, candidates who have no funding to prepare their thesis and have no income from their main activity could prepare a thesis, as long as the doctoral school and the commission can ensure that the material and financial resources conditions. 

In lifelong learning, the PhD can be prepared on a part-time basis . 

  • The duration initially fixed for the preparation of the thesis depends on the time that can be devoted to its preparation . It is between 3 and 6 years. 
  • A derogation must be  requested to extend the duration of the PhD beyond the one initially fixed . Its could be discussed during the monitoring committee taht takes place each abnd every year before re-registration.

PhD students prepare their thesis in one of the research teams or units of their doctoral school . The distributio of their time between the research unit and their non-research activities is fixed from the first registration. 

As PhD student in initial training, PhD student in lifelong training also have PhD complementary activities and training, intended to develop their scientific culture, their international opennes, and to prepare their professional future. Still, their training courses are arranged to feet with the specificities of their situation. 

A thesis monitoring committee must stand each and evrey year, before re-registration. Among other things, it help to check whether the conditions of the lifelong training PhD are suitable, or deserve to be rearranged. 

Planning lifelong training arrangement procedure

Unlike initial training and lifelong training, registration for a validation of the experience acquired can only be done when the original scientific work constitutes a coherent whole, that what makes possible to consider a defense. Those works may have been carried out partly in a research unit of the doctoral school (for example, within the framework of a volunteer researcher agreement), or entirely outside the academic framework. 

  • PhD degree is awarded after a thesis defense or a presentation of the original scientific works .

To obtain a PhD degre by a validation of the experience acquired, the candidate must:

  • Write a thesis or a dissertation to assess the personal part of collective work . This dissertation or thesis will be evaluated by two rapporteurs and by a defense jury. Composition and expectations of the jury are the same as the ones for the initial training or the lifelong training PhD
  • As for the PhD students, the thesis or the dissertation will have to be legaly deposed and, if necessary published on the national portal www.theses.fr
  • An accompanying, chosen among the supervisors of the doctoral school, can be offered for the preparation of the thesis or the dissertation 
  • The work having been prepared before registration in the Validation of the experience acquired, the accompanying is not a thesis director. He does not ensure the scientific direction of the research work, but guides the candidate in the preparation of the dissertation or thesis.
  • He plays the role of thesis director for the defense (in particular to propose the defense)

Documents relating to the preparation of a validation of the experience acquired

  • Procedure  2016_05_25_procedure_de_doctorat_en_vae_0.pdf - ( 545.03 KB)
  • Admissibility file 2020_12_15_dossier_doctorat_en_vae.docx - ( 69.01 KB)
  • The vademecum "Validation of the experience acquired and PhD" vademecum_0.pdf - ( 1.76 MB)
  • The charges  tarifs-vae-complet.pdf - ( 46.2 KB)

Admission to a PhD Programme

A PhD application is a complete package that includes

  • A candidate with a research project
  • An original thesis topic
  • A thesis director
  • A team to host the research
  • A proposed funding or a proof that the material and financial conditions necessary for the successful completion of the doctoral thesis 

Candidates apply to the doctoral school that their research or team unit is attached to  via the Université Paris-Saclay application portal . Their PhD director must also be attached to that doctoral school. 

An application is considered to have been submitted only once it has been completed and finalised . To do this, candidates must : 

  • Have submitted all the documents requested by the doctoral school - A thesis subject - Information on the contions of the doctoral programme (thesis supervision, research unit) - CV - Transcripts - Other documents required by the doctoral school
  • Obtain a favourable opinion from the thesis director
  • Obtain a favourable opinion from the research or team unit director to wich the thesis directors responds

The application process is carried out via internet tool ADUM - an administrative tool for management of the PhD, from application to graduation.  Data recorded in ADUM are subjected to the RGPD regutions. 

Once the complete file has been submitted and the application has been finalised, it is examined by the doctoral school to which the applicant belongs. 

  • In case of a favorable opinion on the application file, the candidate then presents his/her doctoral project and previous research experience during an audition, in front of a admission committee organised by the doctoral scool. This hearing is required in both initial formation and lifelong training, and regardless the conditions of funding and the progress of the thesis preparation envisaged.
  • If the admissions committee gives a favourable opinion, the future PhD student may registered for the first time. 

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Pasteur-Paris University International doctoral program​ (PPU)

The Institut Pasteur organizes a doctoral program in collaboration with Université Paris Cité, Sorbonne Université, and Université Paris Saclay, for students holding a master degree or the equivalent in science, medicine and related fields.

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In 2009, the Institut Pasteur, the world leading biomedical research institute founded by Louis Pasteur in 1887, inaugurated the Pasteur Paris-University (PPU) international doctoral program in collaboration with several major Parisian science universities for students holding a Master degree (or equivalent) from a university outside of France and who have not worked or resided in France for more than 12 months in the 3 years prior to their recruitment.

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Students conduct their research in one of the  144 laboratories  of the Institut Pasteur that offers cutting edge training in a  large variety of topics  covering Molecular and Cellular Biology, Genetics, Immunology, Microbiology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Structural Biology, Enzymology and Metabolism, Biological Chemistry, Virology, Parasitology, Medical Mycology, Epidemiology, Infectiology, Imaging, Neurosciences, Developmental Biology and Systems Biology. They have access to a stimulating technological environment to carry out their research project. This includes opportunities to conduct technological and methodological co-developments on high-end equipment under the supervision/in partnership with technology platforms or service and research units (UTechS). In addition, PPU students will receive specific courses on soft skills, as Oral Presentation, Journal Club, Workshop on Ethics, French Lessons. ( Educational program )

Students are part of the Pasteurian community with whom they share their passion for science or technology, and their wish to contribute to the prevention and treatment of diseases. Students are immersed in an exciting, dynamic and interactive research environment including access to a large variety of technology platforms with state-of-the art expertise and equipment.

They can extend their knowledge by attending specialized courses and benefit from a vast seminar program attracting major speakers from all over the world. At the end of their studies (typically three years), students defend their PhD according to European guidelines.

The call opens in September and students are selected on a competitive basis . Candidates are first selected by host laboratories, then their applications are presented to a had hoc selection committee by mid-December. Candidates who are short listed by the selection committee are then interviewed early February, with results communicated by mid-February. Selected students are enrolled in the following October for a three-year contract.

Students selected for the PPU program receive   a salary  from Institut Pasteur including a benefits package (health insurance, unemployment insurance and retirement plan). The program beneficiates from  financial support  by Institut Pasteur, the European Community, partner institutions, governmental agencies and/or private foundations.

Assistance with administrative issues and with finding accommodation in student residences, including the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris, will also be available ( Financial support and benefits ).

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The call for enrollment in october 2024 is now open..

Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral Program (PPU)

The 2023-2024 call for enrollment of students in October 2024 will open on September 18, 2023.

  • Deadline for applying to projects on the application website: October 31, 2023
  • Deadline for submitting the joint application with the host laboratory: November 13,  2023
  • Interview week: February 2024

Please note that the research projects are posted on the application website , and that you will have to create an account in order to visualize the projects and to apply .

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PPU and PPU-Satellite Programs

From mid-September to the end of October , candidates can apply in parallel to up to 4 projects from six PPU programs: the PPU program and the PPU-Satellite programs: PPU-IMAGINE, PPU-INCEPTION, PPU-OXFORD, PPU-Research & Technology and PPU-EID and contact more than one supervisor.

Please note that to carry on with the selection process ("joint application") after November each year , candidates must choose one single project   and program  among the six.

The research projects ( PPU, PPU-INCEPTION, PPU-Oxford, PPU-Research & Technology and PPU-EID ) are posted on the application website . You will have to create an account ( link to the platform ) in order to visualize the projects and to apply .

Pease note that no application through email will be accepted.

The selection of the PPU-IMAGINE program is independently organized by Institut  Imagine , while the other four programs (PPU, PPU-INCEPTION, PPU-OXFORD and PPU-EID) share the same selection process organized by Institut Pasteur. The PPU-Research & Technology selection process is organized by Institut Pasteur, but follows a specific process detailed in:

https://www.pasteur.fr/en/ppu/RT

Furthermore, IP has a seventh PPU program, named PPU-CNBG exclusively reserved to CNBG employees. PPU-CNBG features a distinct selection process including a first selection step made by CNBG, followed by a specific selection path put in place at Institut Pasteur.

PhD students enrolled in the PPU, PPU-INCEPTION, PPU-OXFORD, PPU-Research & Technology and PPU-EID programs will benefit from Institut Pasteur working contracts (for more details see below “ FINANCIAL SUPPORT AND BENEFITS ”). The PPU-IMAGINE PhD students will benefit from Institut  Imagine   working contracts and PPU-CNBG PhD students maintain their CNBG working contracts.

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China National Biotec Group (CNBG) is a subsidiary of the China National Pharmaceutical Group Corporation (SINOPHARM). Its development is part of the history of Chinese biological product industry, and it greatly contributed to China's endeavor to eradicate or reduce the incidence of various severe infectious diseases. By manufacturing and supplying over 200 types of biological products for disease prevention and for therapeutic and diagnostic use (including all vaccines for Chinese EPI program), CNBG plays a major role in safeguarding the health of the world's largest population.

The partnership between Institut Pasteur (IP) and China National Biotec Group (CNBG) is dedicated to foster R&D industrial partnerships that translate science into outcomes beneficial to patients with disease and to disease prevention. Through an interdisciplinary and comprehensive cooperation, Institut Pasteur and CNBG join forces to develop, promote and facilitate research/training of young Chinese scientists through a three-year PhD program that takes place on the Institut Pasteur campus. The Pasteur-Paris University Program PPU-CNBG provides academic and professional training to highly motivated CNBG employees who are involved in cutting-edge projects developed on the campus.

PPU-IMAGINE

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Institut Imagine is Europe's leading center for research, care and teaching on genetic diseases, and its mission is to understand and cure them . The Institute brings together 1000 of the best doctors, researchers and healthcare personnel in an architecture that creates synergies. It is this unprecedented continuum of expertise, combined with proximity to patients, that allows Imagine to accelerate discoveries and their applications for the benefit of patients.

At Imagine , patients with genetic diseases are at the heart of a virtuous circle. Created by the Institute’s founders, this circle begins with the patient and finishes by curing the patient or at least relieving his/her suffering. Imagine brings together all the skills and expertise necessary to accelerate research, develop innovative care, and to generate synergies and conditions to drive innovation in one building.

Imagine ’s goal is to change the lives of families affected by genetic diseases. To achieve this goal, Imagine focuses on four major areas: research, innovative care, education, and promotion.

Through the training of future doctors and researchers and continuous training of doctors and health professionals, Institut Imagine promotes expertise in both research and medicine, which makes it unique.

Students of the PPU-IMAGINE program will work daily in laboratories of Institut Imagine and will participate in PPU activities at Institut Pasteur.

To see and apply to the projects proposed by the IMAGINE doctoral program, please use the link below:

  https://www.institutimagine.org/en/international-doctoral-program-856

PPU-INCEPTION

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Some of the projects of the PPU program will be sponsored via the « INCEPTION program » in the following scientific fields: Phylodynamics; Sequence analysis; Metagenomics; Systems biology; Deep learning; Databases; Precision medicine. Students of the PPU-INCEPTION program will work daily in Institut Pasteur laboratories and will participate to the PPU activities at Institut Pasteur. A thesis co-supervision is mandatory.

PPU-INCEPTION projects are listed within the PPU projects and labelled INCEPTION.

Please note that this program is NOT open for the 2023-2024 call.

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PPU-OXFORD students will have the possibility to spend up to three months of their PhD in the Chemistry Department of Oxford University. Students of the PPU-OXFORD program will work daily in laboratories of Institut Pasteur, and will follow the activities proposed by the PPU program.

PPU-OXFORD projects are listed within the PPU projects and labelled OXFORD.

PPU-RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY

This program will foster scientific projects involving the development of a new technology or methodology to answer a biological question with impact on human health. PhD students will work on collaborative projects between a laboratory and a technology platform or technology service unit (UTechS) and will spend a significant amount of their time in the partner technology platform or UTechS. Students should hold a Master degree or an equivalent university degree in science, medicine or related fields delivered by a university located inside or outside of France, by the time that the students begin the program. Selected students will receive a high level of multidisciplinary training both in biology and technology for life sciences.

PPU-Research & Technology projects are t listed within the PPU projects and labelled R&T.

 Projects in the area of Emerging Infectious Diseases will help implementing a global vision for a "One Health" approach by preparing the next generation of scientists to major challenges of (re)-emerging infectios diseases (EID). Research-based multidisciplinary projects should aim at developing health, societal, economic and communication aspects in order to prevent and manage EID. PPU-EID students will have access to a wide range of training in the disciplines covered by the new Graduate School 1H-EID . This program is in partnership with 5 Doctoral Schools (BioSPC, MTCI, Pierre Louis de Santé Publique, Science des Sociétés and ABIES). Specific fundings for thesis prolongation, mobility grants and participation to congress will also be available as well as access to international networks such as the Pasteur Network (33 Institutes in 25 countries worldwide) and the research network CAIDERA , partner program of the Graduate School 1H-EID in Germany and Gabon.

 Students of the PPU-EID program will work daily in laboratories of Institut Pasteur in 8 of the 12 Institut Pasteur Departments associated with the Graduate School 1H-EID. They will follow all the activities proposed by the PPU program.

PPU-EID projects are listed within the PPU projects and labelled EID.

Application information (PPU, PPU-OXFORD, PPU-INCEPTION, PPU-EID)

The application call opens in September for the program beginning in October of the following year.

  STUDENT ELIGIBILITY

 ​Diploma requirement:         

  • Master degree or an equivalent university degree in science, medicine or related fields delivered by a university located outside of France, by the time that the students begin the program.
  • In France, a master degree corresponds to five years of academic education
  • Students holding a B.A. or a B.S. acquired after four years of academic education may be considered if they have additional laboratory experience of at least 6 months, with a written final report or a publication.
  • Students who already have begun doctoral training elsewhere and students with a master's degree obtained in France are not eligible, due to our agreements with the doctoral schools of the Paris Universities.

Language:  The program is run in English and therefore fluency in English is required (TOEFL or other language proficiency scores may be indicated when submitting your application). No knowledge of French is required, but a basic knowledge may be useful in the daily life outside the Institute.

Age:  The PPU doctoral program does not have an age restriction, but most accepted candidates are 24-26 years old and start their Ph.D. within a year of finishing their M.S., a few within 3 years.

External funding:  Candidates with external funding are eligible to enter the PPU program if the funding constitutes employment or if the funds can be allocated to the Institut Pasteur to pay the candidate’s salary. Such candidates must go through the same application procedure and be selected by the committee.

Mobility:  Students who have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in France for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to the 1st day of recruitment by the PPU program (1st day of employment) are not eligible. Compulsory national service and/or short stays such as holidays are not taken into account. These rules are in compliance with the mobility rules of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions of the H2020 program.

THESIS ADVISOR ELIGIBILITY

  • To present a candidate to the PPU program, thesis advisors must hold an HDR (Habilitation à Diriger les Recherches) diploma.
  • The host laboratory must be located on the campus of the Institut Pasteur in Paris.
  • The research team must be affiliated with a doctoral school of Université Paris Cité, Sorbonne Université or Université Paris-Saclay, and the advisors must not exceed the number of students allowed by their doctoral school.
  • If there are multiple scientists holding an HDR in a host laboratory, each one can propose a project and submit an application with a prospective Ph.D. candidate. However, each advisor can only supervise one PPU student at a time.

 APPLICATION PROCEDURE

There are 3 steps in the selection process

1. Candidates choose and are chosen by a host laboratory.

From mid-September, a list of host laboratories and the research projects they propose are posted on the application website after registration:  https://ppu.pasteur.fr   (the link is proposed also in the Current Call section of this web site).

Applications must be sent through the same link: the candidates can select up to four projects they are interested in, and upload a detailed CV and a motivation letter in PDF format.  

Advisors may request additional information from candidates including reference letters and may interview some candidates by visio-conference. Each advisor must eventually choose only one candidate for his/her project to present to the Admission Committee.

Candidates may contact potential host laboratories for further information but application must be made through the application website (no email application) . Since each advisor must choose only one candidate, candidates may apply to more than one laboratory (maximum four). Advisors are asked to notify candidates who will not be selected as soon as possible. A candidate cannot be selected for more than one project.

The candidate selected for a project will then complete the application on the same platform together with the host laboratory (joint application).  Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores are welcome but not required. 

2. Evaluation of joint applications by the Admission Committee.

The joint applications are evaluated in December on the basis of academic qualifications, previous research experience, scientific potential of the candidate and adequation of the candidate with the proposed project. In general, applicants are expected to be among the top of those qualified to enter a Ph.D. program in their home country.

 The Admission Committee is composed of Institut Pasteur scientists, representatives of the Doctoral Schools (who verify that the applicant is eligible to register for a Ph.D. at a Parisian University) and members of the PPU Program Office (who are themselves also Institut Pasteur scientists). The Admissions Committee solicits written evaluations of the applications from international senior scientists who are familiar with the applicant’s national education systems. The most promising candidates are selected for an interview.

3. Interview week.

Selected candidates are invited for a four-day visit to the Institut Pasteur during February. Travel expenses (economy fare) and housing during the interview week are paid by the PPU program. During the visit, candidates:

  • Visit the host laboratory and meet its members;
  • Visit the Institut Pasteur (technical core facilities, museum, scientific library, …);
  • Meet the Dean of the PPU program, the Director of Education of the Institut Pasteur, members of the PPU Program Office, current students and other scientists working at the Institut Pasteur;
  • Are interviewed by Institut Pasteur scientists who are experts in the candidate’s past and/or future research projects and by a member of the Human Resources Department.
  • Present their Master’s degree research (results or in progress) and their Ph.D. project to the Admission Committee which then asks questions;
  • Meet at luncheons and dinners with students and scientists.

 The Admission Committee examines the general scientific knowledge, the past research accomplishments, the understanding of the proposed Ph.D. project, the motivation of the student, and considers the comments and advice of other interviewers. It then chooses the students to be offered final admission and those to be put on a waiting list. Around 12 openings are available each year. Candidates are informed of the decision shortly after the Interview week; successful candidates are generally given 10 days to notify the PPU of their acceptance.  Admission is highly competitive; each year many more qualified candidates apply than can be accepted.

Criteria used by the Admission Committee for the evaluation:

  • Presentation: Logical and coherent presentation; appropriate information; clear oral presentation without “reading the slides”; good balance master/future phd projects. 
  • Addressing the questions: comprehension of the questions, focus on the requested details, scientific knowledge, technical knowledge, ability to think about an open question.
  • General attitude: positive attitude, self-confidence, attitude open to discussion.

Exact dates and deadlines for each step are clearly indicated in  Current Call .

Educational program

The PPU program prepares students for an exciting and competitive career in scientific research, through the development of a research project,  participation to academic courses, and professional development trainings. The requested duration for a PhD in France is three years.

The PPU program has its primary foundations based on scientific research. Students benefit from the highest training in conducting state-of-the-art research by mentorship, active planning and execution, as well as discussion of results with their Ph.D advisors and other leading scientists. A very dense scheduling of lectures and seminars by world renowned scientists, together with congresses and workshops, are also part of the exposure to ideas and data that students will experience on campus.

ACADEMIC TRAINING

Students are responsible for attending a specified number of courses dedicated to fundamental biological concepts and public health. The course syllabus fulfils requirements set forth by the universities, usually equivalent to one to two weeks of courses per year. Multiple theoretical and practical courses are available at Institut Pasteur Education Center ,  in Parisian universities, and at the Institut Curie. Students have their choice of courses to take, based on their personal backgrounds, interests and topics of research, in accordance with their host laboratory.

Students will also benefit from technical training by members of core facilities. Furthermore, working at the Institut Pasteur provides students with the opportunity to attend some of the many cutting-edge scientific seminars and participate in on-site symposia. Students are also encouraged to apply to international workshops and conferences, for which the PPU program will offer monetary support.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING

In addition to hands-on laboratory training, the PPU program requires attendance to several professional development training courses to enhance the student skills and complement their academic training:

  • Oral presentation   workshop : To teach how to communicate their results and ideas effectively (identifying the key message, planning and preparation, presentation design, confident delivery and stress management, giving/receiving feedback).  During the II° year: four classes lasting 4 hours each.
  • Journal Club : To enhance the educational experience of participants and the assimilation of scientific evidences (learning how to critically evaluate a study, reflecting upon results and draw conclusions, understanding peer review, identifying innovation and advancement, learning how to conceptualize follow-up.  (Journal Club) During the I° year: 1 session per month.
  • Scientific Integrity and Ethics Training courses : To learn about and discuss various ethical aspects of being a scientist (learning ethical standards in research & science and the role of a scientist in today’s society, knowing the available resources at the Institut Pasteur in case problems arise). During the I° year: One half day on scientific integrity, one mini-workshop with three presentations (half day) + three group discussion sessions of one hour each.
  • French language courses : 3 class levels (basic, intermediate and advanced) . During the I° year: two-hour sessions per week, on campus.
  • To learn how to organize a symposium, students of the II° year are in charge of the  organization of the annual retreat  for all PPU students, under the guidance of the PPU Graduate Office members.
  • Institut Pasteur  international network workshop : to be informed about the main missions of the Institut Pasteur and facilitate the creation of student personal network. During the III° year: half a day.

Various other training sessions are available at the Institut Pasteur, the Universities in Paris, and the Institut Curie.

THESIS ADVISORY COMMITTEE

A thesis advisory committee (TAC)  follows the student's research progress, offering guidance as needed in addition to that provided by the laboratory in which the student is working.

The PPU program staff is fully committed to building a strong network within each incoming class of students, and between all students in the program as a whole as well as with students and scientists of the campus. For that purpose, several informal meetings  are organized to give the students a chance to discuss with the members of the PPU Program Committee and PPU office on individual questions and challenges or unforeseen difficulties encountered.

ANNUAL RETREAT

The students of the 2nd year are responsible for the organization of the PPU annual retreat, in collaboration with members of the graduate office. The retreat lasts three days and takes place at a rotating location outside of Paris (in very nice settings). The Ph.D. advisors and faculty members are invited and students are encouraged to invite a few scientists who are experts on the topic of the chosen theme of the year to present keynote lectures.

One presentation is dedicated to the scientist who gave his/her name to the 1st year class. In addition, all students are expected to present their projects and/or their results, making this retreat a truly interdisciplinary symposium. Furthermore, students discuss their research progress with scientists both from within and outside of the Institut Pasteur. The goal is also to reinforce the networking among students and with other scientists.

CHARTER OF DOCTORAL TRAINING

The rights and responsibilities of students in the Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral Program are described in the Charter of Doctoral Training, which all students, their advisors and the heads of their laboratories are required to sign before beginning the Ph.D. project.  Download here.

WELCOME DAY

A Welcome Day is organized for the incoming Class on their first day on campus. The Dean presents the PPU program, the specific and mandatory trainings, the specific guidance and support provided to the student through the TAC, the social activities and the different offices and the services they provide on campus. The Dean will also answer questions about student life in general.

CALENDAR OF SPECIAL EVENTS

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GRADUATE OFFICE

Financial support and benefits.

Students will be employees of the Institut Pasteur with a three-year working contract. 

The students will receive:

1) a monthly salary of 1.800€ comprehensive of social benefits (national health care, health insurance, etc.);

2) a “welcome bonus” of 4.000€ gross which will be paid at once with their first salary;

3) the reimbursement of one round-trip ticket per year (train or plane tickets in eco-class, up to 1.300€ for non-continental europan countries, up to 350€ for continental european countries) for the country of origin, for the duration of the program, to be taken during the academic year (with no possibility of postponement or refund if not taken). 

There is no financial support for family members.

The PPU program offers:

- Assistance in housing. Upon arrival in France, PPU students may rent a place at the Cité Universitaire for 6 months (possible extension to 12 months because of current sanitary constraints). Additional information is provided to facilitate housing after that period.  (Housing)

- 750€ per year per student to cover expenses related to attending international conferences or summer courses.

- A “Tutor” is assigned to each student who together with the PPU and Graduate Offices acts as an advocate for the student scientific education and provides assistance in any practical matters. The tutors are usually scientists working on the campus in a different department with respect to the student-hosting laboratory.

- Help in administrative issues, individualized or grouped professional training classes, and counseling by the Human Resources Department.- Access to all amenities at Institut Pasteur and the universities for reduced fees, including: 

  • Subsidized access to the cafeteria for lunch;
  • Conferences on the campus;
  • Sports within ASIP (Sport Association of Institut Pasteur);
  • Rebates on cultural events, cinema and theater tickets and more from the "Conseil Social et Economique (CSE)" (Institut Pasteur employee benefits committee);
  • Free WiFi on the campus. Students must abide by the institut’s rules concerning internet access and use;

Free access to a state-of-the-art Center for Scientific Information (CeRIS) with hundreds of scientific journals, the most extensive resources for microbiology, immunology and molecular biology in France and the unique World Health Organization publication repository in the country.

Please note that only students residing in Paris will benefit from complete handling of administrative issues by the Institut Pasteur.

For information:

  • Financial support for the fellowships and the educational training comes from the Institut Pasteur and the European Community. In addition, the program benefits from support by other Institutions, including partner institutions of the Institut Pasteur, some governmental agencies and private foundations. (fellowships)

Starting January 2019, France adopted the pay-as-you-earn withholding tax system, meaning taxes are directly deducted from your salary. Tax information sessions are organized to explain students how to declare taxes in France.

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What is the application process?

The application process consists of three steps: (i) the candidate must select and be selected by a host laboratory, keeping in mind that each advisor can present only one candidate. ; (ii) applications are filled out jointly by the candidate together with the host laboratory ("joint application") and are uploaded in the PPU dedicated platform (link available in the Current call section at the opening of the call). Applications are evaluated by an Admission committee that selects candidates for an interview at the Institut Pasteur; (iii) these candidates are invited for a four-day interview on the Institut Pasteur campus (or in a visio-conference format during the sanitary crisis) and present their past and future works to the Admission committee (see details in application information).

When does the application process begin?

The application period starts in mid-September. Prospective students are free to contact the lab (s) they are interested in at any time during application period.

When is the application deadline?

The deadline for  joint application is usually in November. The exact dates and deadlines for each application period will be indicated on the current call page when a call is opened. Candidates are strongly encouraged to contact host laboratories as early as possible and well before the application deadline.

What is the first step in the application process?

The first step is to identify and contact a host lab in which you would be interested in doing your Ph.D. research. Projects and contact information for laboratories recruiting prospective Ph.D. students at the Institut Pasteur are posted on the PPU dedicated platform (link available in the Current call section at the opening of the call).  Further information about laboratories and their research interests is available on the website RESEARCH . Because laboratories receive many applications and can present only one candidate, the first step of the selection process is to be chosen by a host laboratory. Please keep in mind that a candidate can only choose up to 4 host labs to apply to.

May I contact a lab that is not listed on the page of the current call?  

You are free to contact any lab of your choice at the Institut Pasteur in Paris. The list of all laboratories at Institut Pasteur can be found on the Institut Pasteur website . However, the laboratories not listed on the current call page are are not proposing a project for the PPU Program, and may not search for a student in the upcoming academic period.

May I contact several host laboratories?

Yes. You may contact as many host laboratories as you wish, but you may apply only to a maximum of 4. However, if you are selected by more than one host lab for application to this program, you will be required to choose only one.

Does my host laboratory have to be located at the Institut Pasteur in Paris?

In the majority of cases yes, only few host laboratories are located at walking distance from the Institut Pasteur (Institut de l'Audition, IDA)

What are the degree prerequisites for consideration of acceptance in the Pasteur - Paris University International Ph.D. program?

A Masters of Science (M.Sc.), or an equivalent degree that would formally qualify you to register for a Ph.D. program in the French University system, is required to be considered for acceptance into this program. In some cases, students who have carried out an undergraduate research project in addition to their B.A. or B.Sc. degree may qualify. The host lab can inquire into this with its affiliated doctoral school.

By what date must I have finished my M.Sc. or equivalent degree in order to enroll in the PhD program?

You do not need to have finished your M.Sc. or equivalent degree prior to the application deadline. The degree must be completed by the summer of the following year, in order to register at the Paris Universities. A copy of the diploma or a certified written attestation of completion must be available before the start of the program (October).

Is there an age limit or a time limit between the date of my Master’s degree and filing the application?

The PPU doctoral program does not have an age restriction, but most accepted candidates are 24-26 years old and start their Ph.D. within a year of finishing their M.S., a few within 3 years.

Do I need to apply directly to the University?

No, you do not. Your application must be uploaded in the PPU dedicated platform. If you are accepted into the program, you will receive information on when and how to register with the university/doctorla school to which your host laboratory is affiliated.

Are there country-specific requirements for international applicants?

What are the language requirements?

The program is run in English and therefore fluency in English is required. TOEFL or other language proficiency scores may be indicated when submitting your application. No knowledge of French is necessary. French language classes will be part of the Ph.D. program curriculum.

Are specific standardized test scores required and where should they be sent?

No. Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores are welcome but not required.  

If I have done my university studies outside of France, but will earn my Master’s degree from a French institution, am I eligible to apply?

No. A master degree (or equivalent) delivered by a university located outside of France is required. A double Master degree is acceptable only if a French and non-French institutions are delivering each a Master degree.

I already have been granted a Ph.D. fellowship. Does this guarantee a place in the program?

No. All applicants are evaluated by the Admission Committee solely on the basis of their qualifications and scientific potential. All applicants must successfully pass the application and interview procedures in order to be eligible. Moreover, under French law, the external funding must constitute employment or the funds must be allocated to the Institut Pasteur to pay the candidate’s salary.

How and when will I receive notification regarding interviews?

The selection for the interview is highly competitive. The candidates selected for an interview will be notified by email toward the end of December or beginning of January.

How and when will I receive notification regarding acceptance to the Ph.D. program?

The candidates selected for the program will be notified by email shortly after the interviews, generally within 1 week.

Where do I send application materials?

Candidates do not send applications themselves. Joint application (candidate/host lab) must be uploaded on the PPU dedicated platform

Is it possible to check the status of my application once it is filed?

Is there an application fee?

Application (Host laboratory)

Can the host laboratory present a candidate without having posted a research project on the current call page?

No, all laboratories searching for a Ph.D. student for the PPU program must upload a project on the dedicated platform. Teams that have already chosen a candidate must still upload a project and contact [email protected]

Can a host Laboratory present multiple candidates?

To present a candidate to the PPU program, thesis advisors must hold an HDR (Habilitation à Diriger les Recherches) diploma. If there are multiple scientists holding an HDR in a host laboratory, each one can propose one project and submit one application with one prospective Ph.D. candidate (joint application).

With which universities must the research group be affiliated?

To participate in the Pasteur - Paris University International Doctoral program, a host laboratory must be affiliated with a Doctoral School of one of the three partner Universities of the program: Université de Paris, Sorbonne Université, and Université Paris Saclay.

Can an advisor that already has a Ph.D. student in the program present another candidate for the following application period?

No advisor may have more than one Ph.D. student within the program.

What information should be contained in the host laboratory introduction letter?

The host laboratory must certify that it is willing to host and supervise the prospective Ph.D. candidate if he/she is accepted into the program. The host laboratory should explicit why it proposes the candidate for its laboratory and for the PPU program.

Following the interview, when will I be notified of acceptance into the Ph.D. program?

The candidates selected for the program and their host labs will be notified by email shortly after the interviews, generally within 1 week.

How long is the interview stay in Paris?

Four days. The exact dates are indicated on the Current Call Page. During the sanitary crisis, the interview week is done through visio-conference for 4 days, in the same format as the one on site (see below).

What is involved in the interview week process?

During your stay you will visit your host laboratory to meet and discuss the research project with the prospective advisor and laboratory members. Individual interviews will be performed by Faculty members to assess each candidate’s qualifications for the PPU program. You will tour the Institut Pasteur and its core facilities, and meet with current PPU students and the PPU program staff. To see what scientific life is like at the Institut Pasteur, meetings are also planned with scientists and other Ph.D. students at meals and in informal social events. You will be interviewed by the Admission Committee, during which time you will present your Master’s degree research (results or in progress) and planned Ph.D. project.

Will travel and accommodation expenses for participating in the interview week be covered by the PPU Program?

What is the connection between the Institut Pasteur and the universities of Paris?

The Institut Pasteur is a non-profit research foundation that has maintained a long tradition in teaching. Several major science courses organized at the Institut Pasteur are integrated into the master degrees of several Parisian universities. For the PPU program, the Institut Pasteur has developed a special partnership with Université de Paris, Sorbonne Université, and Université Paris Saclay. This partnership means that students are employed by the Institut Pasteur and registered at a Parisian university. Students enrolled in the PPU program perform their research project on the campus of the Institut Pasteur. The universities will deliver the diploma, on which will be indicated the co-operative nature of this program through the title “Pasteur - Paris University International Doctoral Program.

At which Parisian university will I register?

Your laboratory must be affiliated with a doctoral school of one of the three partner universities. You will be registered at the same doctoral school and university as your research team.

What is a doctoral school?

A doctoral school is an association of research teams preparing Ph.D. students to a career in research through an educational program for the research profession. Each French university has several doctoral schools which are specialized in specific scientific domains. To be enrolled in a Ph.D. program, the student registers at a doctoral school.

Will the courses differ depending on my university affiliation?

Completion of a Ph.D. at a French university requires participation in several scientific courses and professional trainings. All students enrolled in the PPU program will participate in a similar number of courses and training hours, regardless of the university affiliation. To fulfill this requirement, students will be able to choose among a number of courses that are the most appropriate and interesting for their individual training, including the ones that are required by the doctoral school.

Who will deliver the Ph.D. diploma?

The university will deliver the diploma, which will indicate the co-operative nature of this program through the title “Pasteur - Paris University International Doctoral Program”.

What will be the approximate starting date for each new academic year?

The program starts the first week of October. Arriving in Paris between September 15 and October 1 will help to familiarize yourself with the city, the housing and the university, as well as to prepare all the necessary paperwork. The exact arrival date may vary from student to student and will depend on the status of his/her visa application (if you are not from the European Community).

What is the expected duration of the program, from beginning to the defense of the Ph.D.?

Students are expected to finish their Ph.D. in three years. Sometimes extensions may be granted when required and justified and are subject to approval from the doctoral school. Extensions will only be given by universities if external funding is available. The PPU program only provides funding for three years.

Can you summarize the practical and academic offerings of this Ph.D. program?

The program aims to meet the highest standards for education and training of Ph.D. students in the world. While spending most of the time working in individual research projects in a laboratory at Institut Pasteur, students benefit from excellent scientific courses and professional development trainings. The students will also be able to attend exciting seminars and participate in interactive workshops, annual retreats and journal clubs. The students within this program will be well supported by the staff, acting as advocates for the students’ scientific education and to provide assistance in any practical matters. A thesis advisory committee (TAC) will follow the students’ research progress and will offer guidance as needed in addition to that provided by the laboratory in which the student is working. The program offers a salary covering living costs and including health insurance. The program also offers assistance in obtaining housing upon arrival in France. Financial support for attending international conferences or summer courses will also be provided.

Does the Ph.D. program also include a Master’s program?

Who do I contact if I have further questions?

If you have further questions, do not hesitate to contact [email protected]

Is housing provided?

Upon your arrival in Paris, you will be able to stay in Institut Pasteur reserved housing at the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris (CIUP) for 6 months (up to 12 months during the sanitary crisis). The rent is paid by the student. This is a beneficial time to look for housing. The real estate market is tight and students are encouraged to actively seek housing rental opportunities. They can apply independently to continue living at the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris (CIUP) and to the international houses of their respective countries as well. ( Housing )

Is there additional financial support given for family and/or spouses?

Will I receive help with my Visa application and other paperwork?

Yes. The PPU, the Graduate as well as the Human Resources offices of the Institut Pasteur will provide assistance. A Hosting Agreement ("Protocol d'accueil") for visa application will be sent to students selected to enter the program from outside of the European Community. Precise instructions will be sent to all students accepted into the program about the paperwork that they need to complete and the steps they need to follow. The instructions must be followed carefully.

Does Institut Pasteur provide funds for travel and moving expenses when arriving in Paris?

No. However, a 4000€ one-time bonus is added to the first paycheck.

Is healthcare included in the salary?

Where can I find more info on healthcare?

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Psychology Universities and Courses in France

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Psychology Universities in France for International Students

1. university of paris (université de paris).

Programs Offered : Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD in Psychology. The courses might be offered in both French and English, especially at the postgraduate level.

Fees : For EU students, fees are generally around €170 for bachelor's programs and €243 for master's programs per year. For non-EU students, fees can be significantly higher, approximately €2,770 for bachelor's and €3,770 for master's programs.

Intake : Main intake is in September, with application deadlines typically early in the year.

Ranking : This university is well-regarded, often ranking high in national and global lists, particularly in humanities and social sciences.

2. Sorbonne University (Université Sorbonne)

Programs Offered : Offers various programs in psychology at bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels, mostly in French.

Fees : Similar to the University of Paris, with differentiated fees for EU and non-EU students.

Intake : Primary intake in the Fall, with the application period in the preceding spring.

Ranking : Renowned for its humanities programs, with a strong reputation in psychology.

3. Aix-Marseille University

Programs Offered : Comprehensive psychology programs at all levels, with a strong focus on research.

Fees : Fees for EU students are typically standard for public universities in France. Non-EU student fees may be higher.

Intake : Main intake in September, with some programs offering a spring intake.

Ranking : Known for its research output and has a solid reputation in psychology and related fields.

4. Lyon 2 University

Programs Offered : Offers a range of psychology courses, including clinical psychology, cognitive psychology, and more.

Fees : Standard public university fees in France, with a distinction between EU and non-EU students.

Intake : Mainly in the fall, with application deadlines usually in the spring.

Ranking : Particularly strong in social sciences and humanities.

5. Toulouse Jean Jaurès University

Programs Offered : Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate in Psychology, with a focus on both theory and practical application.

Fees : Standard fees for public universities in France apply.

Intake : Primary intake in September.

Ranking : Known for its humanities and social sciences faculties.

General Information:

Language : Most undergraduate programs are in French, so proficiency in French is often required. English-taught programs are more common at the master’s and PhD levels.

Application Process : For international students, it’s crucial to check language requirements and whether your prior qualifications are recognized. Applications for most programs are done through the respective university's website.

Scholarships and Financial Aid : There are various scholarships and financial aid options available for international students, both from the French government and individual universities.

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Psychology Courses in France

Bachelor's degree in psychology.

Duration : Typically 3 years.

Content : Introductory courses covering general psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology, cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, and research methods.

Language : Mainly offered in French, but some universities might have programs in English.

Admission Requirements : High school diploma or equivalent, proficiency in the language of instruction (French or English).

Objective : To provide a foundational understanding of psychological theories and practices.

Master's Degree in Psychology

Duration : Usually 2 years.

Specializations : Clinical psychology, cognitive psychology, organizational psychology, educational psychology, social psychology, psychotherapy, neuropsychology, and more.

Language : More likely to find English-taught programs at this level, though French is still predominant.

Admission Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field, language proficiency, and sometimes work experience or a research proposal.

Objective : To offer advanced knowledge and skills in specific areas of psychology, often with a focus on research.

PhD in Psychology

Duration : Generally 3 to 4 years.

Content : Focused on conducting original research, culminating in a dissertation.

Specializations : As per the candidate's research interests.

Language : Available in both French and English, depending on the university and the supervisor.

Admission Requirements : Master’s degree in psychology or a related field, a solid research proposal, and often a supervisor's agreement.

Objective : To contribute new knowledge to the field of psychology and prepare for a career in research and academia.

Short Courses and Certifications

Duration : from a few days to several months.

Content : Focused on specific skills or topics, like psychotherapy techniques, counseling, or applied psychology.

Objective : To provide additional training or specialization in specific areas of interest.

Online and Distance Learning Courses

Some universities and institutions offer online courses or distance learning options, particularly for continuing education and professional development.

Practical Information

Accreditation : It's important to ensure that the program is accredited by a relevant French or international body.

Fees : Vary between public and private institutions, with public universities generally being more affordable.

Language Proficiency : Non-native speakers need to demonstrate proficiency in the language of instruction (French or English).

Choosing a Course

Consider Your Career Goals : Different specializations suit different career paths.

Research the University : Look into the university's reputation, faculty expertise, research facilities, and partnership networks.

Check Admission Criteria : Make sure you meet the language requirements and academic prerequisites.

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Bachelors of Psychology in France

1. program structure and duration.

Duration : A Bachelor's in Psychology typically takes three years to complete.

Structure : The curriculum usually covers foundational topics in psychology, including developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, biological psychology, social psychology, clinical psychology, and research methods.

2. Language of Instruction

Most Bachelor's programs in psychology in France are taught in French.

However, there might be some universities offering courses in English, but these are less common.

3. Admission Requirements

High School Diploma : Equivalent to the French Baccalauréat.

Language Proficiency : For French-taught programs, proficiency in French is usually required (B2 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is often a minimum). For English-taught programs, proof of English proficiency (like IELTS or TOEFL) will be necessary.

Application : May include transcripts, a personal statement, and letters of recommendation.

4. Application Process

Local Students : Typically apply through the Parcoursup platform.

International Students : May need to apply directly to the university or through the Campus France website, depending on their country of origin and the university's requirements.

5. Tuition Fees

Public Universities : Generally, more affordable. Fees for EU/EEA students are lower compared to non-EU/EEA students.

Private Universities : Can be significantly more expensive.

6. Top Universities for Psychology in France

Universities like the University of Paris, Sorbonne University, Aix-Marseille University, and Lyon 2 University are known for their psychology programs.

The rankings and reputations of these universities can vary, so it’s advisable to research each institution's specific offerings and strengths in psychology.

7. Career Prospects

A Bachelor's degree in Psychology can lead to various entry-level positions in sectors like social services, education, and human resources.

It's also a stepping stone for further specialization through a Master's degree, which is often required for clinical practice.

8. Post-Graduation

In France, to practice as a clinical psychologist, further specialization through a Master’s degree and additional training is required.

Some students may also choose to pursue research or academic careers, often requiring a PhD.

9. International Students

Consider accommodation, living costs, and cultural adjustments.

Check if the degree is recognized in your home country if you plan to return after your studies.

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Masters of Psychology in France

1. program structure and specializations.

Duration : Typically 2 years.

Content : Advanced study in various branches of psychology such as clinical psychology, cognitive psychology, organizational psychology, educational psychology, or neuropsychology.

Specializations : Programs often allow students to specialize in areas like child and adolescent psychology, health psychology, forensic psychology, or psychotherapy.

While most programs are in French, there are English-taught programs available, particularly in universities with strong international outreach.

French Proficiency : For French-taught programs, a level of B2 or higher in French is usually required.

English Proficiency : For English-taught programs, standard English language tests like IELTS or TOEFL are required.

Bachelor’s Degree : In psychology or a closely related field.

Academic Transcripts and CV : Showing your academic background and any relevant experience.

Motivation Letter : Explaining your interest in the program and your career goals.

Letters of Recommendation : Usually from academic or professional references.

Research Proposal : Required for research-focused programs.

Applications are typically submitted directly to the university or through a centralized platform like Campus France, depending on the university and the student's country of origin.

Public Universities : More affordable, with fees for EU/EEA students generally lower than for non-EU/EEA students.

Private Institutions : Higher fees, which can vary widely.

Renowned universities include the University of Paris, Sorbonne University, Aix-Marseille University, and Lyon 2 University, among others.

Each university has its areas of strength, so research their specific programs and faculty expertise.

Graduates can pursue careers in clinical settings, educational institutions, corporate environments, or research and academia.

In France, to practice as a clinical psychologist, you must meet the requirements set by the French government, which typically include a Master's degree in Psychology and additional training.

8. Licensing and Practice

The requirements for practicing as a psychologist vary by country. In France, specific registration and licensing may be required, especially for clinical work.

Considerations include accommodation, visa requirements, health insurance, and adjusting to life in France.

Ensure that the degree is recognized in your home country or in the country where you plan to work.

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PhD in Psychology from France

1. program structure.

Duration : Typically 3 to 4 years.

Focus : Emphasis on original research, culminating in a doctoral thesis or dissertation.

Coursework : Some programs may include coursework, but the primary focus is on research.

While many programs require fluency in French, there are also opportunities to conduct research and write your dissertation in English, especially in more internationally oriented universities or research teams.

Language Proficiency : Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the language of instruction (French or English), depending on the program.

Master’s Degree : In psychology or a closely related field.

Research Proposal : A detailed proposal outlining your intended research area.

Academic Transcripts and CV : Highlighting your educational background and any relevant research experience.

Letters of Recommendation : Typically from academic advisors or professors.

Interview : Some programs may require an interview with potential supervisors.

4. Finding a Supervisor

Securing a supervisor who shares your research interests is a critical step in the application process.

It's advisable to engage with potential supervisors before formally applying to ensure alignment of research interests and to increase the likelihood of acceptance.

5. Funding and Scholarships

Many PhD candidates secure funding through research grants, university fellowships, or government scholarships.

Funding can cover tuition fees and provide a living stipend.

It’s important to research funding options early, as these can be competitive.

6. Top Institutions

France is home to several prestigious universities and research institutions offering strong psychology programs, such as the University of Paris, Sorbonne University, Aix-Marseille University, and Lyon 2 University.

Each institution has its own strengths, so consider the specific research expertise and resources of each.

Graduates often pursue careers in academia, research institutions, or higher-level positions in clinical settings.

A PhD is also valuable for specialized roles in areas such as neuropsychology, organizational psychology, or forensic psychology.

8. Regulatory Considerations

For clinical practice, further certifications and compliance with local regulations in the country of practice will be necessary.

The PhD degree should be recognized internationally, but specific requirements for practice can vary by country.

Considerations include visa requirements, accommodation, adjusting to cultural differences, and ensuring the recognition of the degree in your home country.

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Eligibility Criteria for Psychology Course Program in France

Educational Background :

Completion of secondary education equivalent to the French Baccalauréat.

Strong foundation in relevant subjects like social sciences or biology can be beneficial.

Language Proficiency :

For French-taught programs: B2 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is often required. Tests like DELF or DALF can be used to demonstrate proficiency.

For English-taught programs: IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent tests.

Application Materials :

High school transcripts.

Personal statement or essay.

Letters of recommendation (in some cases).

A bachelor’s degree in psychology or a closely related field.

Some programs may have specific course prerequisites.

Work Experience :

Not typically mandatory but can be an advantage, especially for applied psychology programs.

Similar requirements as for the bachelor’s degree, applicable to the language of instruction.

Undergraduate transcripts.

CV or resume.

Statement of purpose.

Letters of recommendation.

Research proposal (for research-focused programs).

A master’s degree in psychology or a related field.

Research Proposal :

A comprehensive research proposal indicating your area of interest and potential contribution to the field.

Depending on the program’s language, proficiency in French or English.

Academic transcripts from previous degrees.

Detailed CV.

Publications or previous research work (if applicable).

General Notes:

Visa Requirements : International students need to apply for a student visa and meet all associated requirements.

Financial Proof : Proof of financial means to support the study and stay in France.

Cultural Fit : Familiarity with French culture and the education system can be beneficial.

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Intakes & Application Deadlines for Psychology Course in France

The main intake for bachelor's programs in France is usually in the Fall, starting in September or October.

Some universities may also offer a Spring intake, but this is less common for psychology courses.

Application Deadlines :

For the Fall intake, applications typically open in the preceding winter or early spring, with deadlines often around March or April.

If there's a Spring intake, the application period might start in the fall of the previous year.

Similar to bachelor's programs, the primary intake is in the Fall.

Some programs might offer a Spring intake, but this varies by institution.

Deadlines for Fall intake can range from early spring to early summer (March to June).

For Spring intake, if available, deadlines might be in the late fall (around October or November).

PhD programs often have more flexibility with start dates, but the most common intake is still in the Fall.

Depending on the university and the specific research project, you might be able to start at different times of the year.

Application deadlines for PhD programs can vary widely. They often depend on the specific project and supervisor availability.

It's common to see rolling deadlines or multiple cut-off dates throughout the year.

General Notes

Specific Institutions : Always check the specific deadlines on the websites of the universities you are interested in, as they can have unique timelines.

Early Preparation : It’s advisable to start preparing your application well in advance. Gathering documents, preparing for language tests, and other preparations can take time.

Campus France : International students often have to go through Campus France, the official agency for promoting French higher education abroad. The deadlines on Campus France can be different from those set by the universities.

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Fees for Psychology Courses in France

Public universities.

Public universities in France are subsidized by the government, making them more affordable.

EU/EEA Citizens :

Bachelor's Programs : Approximately €170 to €600 per year.

Master's Programs : Around €243 to €600 per year.

PhD Programs : Fees are typically around €380 per year, but they can vary.

Non-EU/EEA Citizens :

Bachelor's Programs : Approximately €2,770 per year.

Master's Programs : Around €3,770 per year.

PhD Programs : Similar to EU/EEA citizens, about €380 per year.

Private Institutions

Private institutions set their own fees, and these can be significantly higher than those of public universities.

Both EU/EEA and Non-EU/EEA Citizens :

Fees can range from €3,000 to over €10,000 per year, depending on the prestige and location of the institution.

Other Costs to Consider

Living Expenses : Living costs in France can vary widely, with cities like Paris being more expensive. Students should budget between €600 and €1,200 per month for living expenses, including accommodation, food, transportation, and leisure activities.

Health Insurance : Health insurance is mandatory. EU students can use the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), while non-EU students might need to purchase health insurance, which can cost around €300 per year.

Administrative Fees : Some universities charge additional administrative or registration fees.

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Like all other courses, France also has some of the best Psychology Universities. Although psychology is not as popular a course in France as for example business or art might be, there are many psychology programs of well-known Universities in France. International students opt for France because of its low costs of tuition fees and the chance to enjoy the French culture while studying and/or working there. 

Here are five of the best Psychology Universities in France, and later on you can read about what you can do with your Psychology degree after you graduate.

  • The American University of Paris
  • University of Strasbourg
  • University of Nantes
  • Universite de Paris

The American University of Paris 

The American University of Paris offers an internationally recognized, globally relevant, American-accredited liberal arts curriculum. AUP’s reputation is established and recognized around the world as a site of interdisciplinary scholarship and academic convocation. 

Their diverse programs of study, that concentrate on areas like neuroscience and clinical, developmental, and cultural psychology, will prepare you to work or pursue further study in a variety of fields where knowledge of human motivation, critical thinking skills, and sensitivity are valued. To become a practicing psychologist, you should prepare to pursue a Master’s or Doctorate degree.

 University of Strasbourg

The Faculty of Psychology of the University of Strasbourg offers graduate and undergraduate study programmes in many fields, all master’s degrees awarded by the Faculty enable graduates to pursue doctoral studies leading to research and/or higher education teaching. The University of Strasbourg fosters innovation and positions itself for future excellence in education and research. 

Their projects are fueled by the determination to achieve international prominence and to assert their position as a research leader. This university is committed to enhancing the curriculum and implementing facilities which will provide the students with the best possible learning environment. 

University of Nantes 

Université de Nantes is located in a beautiful natural environment situated in the heart of Nantes, a city renowned for its vitality, culture, economic development and its quality of life. The latest Shanghai ranking puts Université de Nantes in the top 4% of world universities. Nantes is in the best 500 Universities for nine fields. Their academic offers “Life sciences, health and medical technology” which includes Psychology along with these other courses. In the last 50 years, Université de Nantes has taken training and research to the highest level and, in 2015 took a spot in the Times Higher Education World University Ranking. Université de Nantes is one of the rare French universities to promote interdisciplinarity. 38,000 students mix within the 20 faculties and schools there. 295 specialities are represented, 44 laboratories work in all fields of knowledge.

If you’re looking to get a PhD in Psychology in one of the most prestigious Universities in Europe and the world, INSEAD is the place for you. You will specialize in Organisational behaviour. Organisational Behaviour is a core field of study at INSEAD. Drawing upon psychology, anthropology, sociology and economics, this field examines how the organizational, social, and economic context influences behavior and how, in turn, behavior influences context. Their founding values are diversity, Entrepreneurial spirit, Rigour and relevance in teaching and research, and overall believing in intellectual freedom while enhancing students’ capabilities and teaching them so much more.

Université de Paris

Université de Paris is composed of many faculties one of which is The Faculty of Humanities and social sciences, that is made of 12 components, one of which is Psychology. The priorities for Universite de Paris are the success of all students from the moment they join the university, developing of innovative training programs and structures,  e-learning and digital resources, promoting student engagement and access to guidance programmes provide students with a study environment conducive to developing their professional plan. 

Université de Paris is committed to creating strong relations with the partners of the socio-economic world in order to articulate competencies, facilitate employment and to provide a course offering that is in line with the French and international job market.

What Can I Do With a Psychology Degree?

After you’ve graduated from a Psychology University, you’ll want to look for a job. You may think that the only job for a Psychology graduate is a therapist, but actually you have a variety of areas of work to pick from. Starting with: 

  • Psychologist
  • Psychotherapist
  • Educational psychologist
  • Human resource manager
  • Research roles
  • Media roles
  • Career Counselor
  • Case Manager
  • Advertising Agents
  • Child Care Worker
  • Laboratory Assistant
  • Market Researcher
  • Psychiatric Technician
  • Probation and Parole Officer
  • Rehabilitation Specialist
  • Sales Representative
  • Social Service Specialists

Skills acquired with a Psychology degree

When you graduate from a Psychology University, not only will you have obtained an academic record of professionalism, but also a ton of other skills that will be useful to you when applying for a job or even in daily life. You will be more skilled in handling data and statistics, solving problems, more eloquent in communicating (even writing), a team worker etc. You can even add all of these to your CV so your future employer sees that there come a lot of benefits with a Psychology degree. 

What Do Psychology Graduates End Up Doing?

After graduation, many students go about looking for their dream job, some might even want to continue further study and specialize in their major, and unfortunately, some even unemployed. Take a look at what the approximate percentage of these outcomes is. 

Facts About Psychology and Psychologists in France

  • To register as a psychologist, the applicant must be
  • Medical doctor.
  • Psychologist (master degree).
  • And/or psycho-analyst regularly registered in a psychoanalysis association directory.
  • The title of “psychotherapist” has been protected since 2010 in France, without any definition, whereas the practice is not regulated by French law.
  • The use of the title of psychotherapist is restricted for professionals registered in the national register of psychotherapists.
  • This register is established by the regional authorities (ARS) in the district of the professional practice. 
  • All new students must have these titles to begin any specialised training required by the law.
  • Apart from psychiatrists and clinical psychologists, all must undergo some additional training: 200 to 400 hours of psychopathology, and 2 to 5 months of practice in an institution (fieldwork).
  • The former psychotherapists who have been officially practicing for more than 5 years before the 20th of may 2010 can apply to be registered, after a control by a regional committee of 6 professionals: 2 psychiatrists, 2 psychologists and 2 psychoanalysts; 2 of them must be professors in University.
  • The applicants can be required to follow a complementary training in psychopathology and/or 2 to 5 months of field training (fieldwork).
  • Some private institutes can ask to be accredited (by the same committees) for the training in psychopathology. They must have a scientific committee and a research team.

What Do Psychologists in France Do?

Psychologists in France offer various forms of therapy such as:

  • Couples therapy by a psychologist, psychotherapist, or counsellor.
  • Psychotherapy for depression, symptoms of depression.
  • Treatments of stress and anxiety by a psychologist.
  • Trauma psychotherapy, definition and symptoms of a trauma.
  • Bereavement counselling, the process of grief can be manageable.
  • Illness counselling such as cancer and HIV.

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