Eligibility Criteria and Admission Requirements

Each year we welcome about 70-80 participants in the program

Our students come from all over the world and from very different backgrounds (Life Sciences, Digital, Educational Science, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Geosciences Engineering, Psychology, Economics, Design, Medicine, Humanities, Biology, etc.). Students can apply with a bachelor's degree or equivalent or may enter directly to the 2nd year of the program under the condition that they successfully graduated from their 1st year of a Master's degree or equivalent, depending on their previous academic qualifications or professional experience.

You can apply to the first or second year of the Master program, depending on your last academic degree or past professional career.

If you are a foreign student, please check the Campus France website for detailed information on eligibility and application procedures.

• Master 1 (M1): Candidates who have completed at least three years of higher education (Licence L3 or a Bachelor's degree of 3 years or equivalent).
• Master 2 (M2): Candidates who have completed at least four years of higher education (a Bachelor's degree of 4 years, a Bachelor's degree of 3 years + 1st year of a Master's degree, or equivalent). Candidates holding a Master’s (M2) degree or an Engineering degree are eligible to apply for either M1 or M2, depending on their background.

APPLICATION PROCESS Applications must be submitted through the eCandidat - Faculté de Santé Portal. The selection process for the Master of AIRE program is rigorous and aims to identify students with a strong interest in interdisciplinarity, a demonstrated commitment to innovation and research, as well as a solid academic and professional background. Candidates will be evaluated based on their motivation, academic record, and performance in an interview with our faculty and pedagogical team as part of the jury. The process includes the following steps:

• Online Application: Complete the online application form and upload the required documents on eCandidat platform - Faculté de Santé
• Application Review: The Master of AIRE pedagogical and scientific team will review applications with their recommendations based on the application form entries and the documents received and will notify the candidates of their eligibility status.
• Interview: Pre-selected candidates will be invited for an interview with the faculty and pedagogical team as part of the jury. The interview is an essential part of the selection process to assess your motivation, research interests, and readiness for interdisciplinary learning.
• Final Selection: The selection jury will rate the applicants according to merit. Those who qualify through this phase will be informed of their selection through duly signed letters of acceptance.

Besides numerous other factors, the candidate’s eligibility and selection is based on:

• Proven interest in Interdisciplinarity
• Involvement/Interest in SDGs and Planetary Health
• Academic background
• Motivation statement/letter
• Reference letters (02 minimum)
• Research/internship interest
• Strong quantitative skills
• Future aspirations/plans

English proficiency: Proficiency in English is mandatory as all courses are conducted in English, B2 level is mandatory, ideally C1 level is expected.

French proficiency: French is not required for admission but is strongly recommended, ideally A1-A2 level, given the compulsory internships throughout the program, it is essential to reach an A2 level in French quickly to increase your opportunities.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to the Master of AIRE program, where you will be part of a global community working together to shape the future of the planet through sustainability and planetary health-related competencies.

Degree Equivalence: Foreign students are advised to check Campus France for related information.

Lifelong Education and Apprenticeship

Our program is open to everyone under the theme "Lifelong education for all" . We welcome prospective students, professionals from any field, teachers, executives, vocational trainers, etc.). Students can avail of the opportunity to have apprenticeship (through CFA Afia). Apprenticeship contracts are available in M2 only because of the intensive academic schedule in M1 (semester 1). Once you have been admitted, we advise you to contact us to prepare your apprenticeship project for the Master.