Université Côte d'Azur: International MSc Program by Université Côte d'Azur

Floriane Delavault diplĂ´mĂŠe du Master FOQUAL

International MSc Program

univ-cotedazur.fr

University Côte d’Azur

Founded in 2015, the University Côte d’Azur aims at bringing together all stakeholders in higher education and research of the French Riviera. The French Government selected the University Côte d’Azur as winner of the “Plan d’Investissement d’Avenir 3”, which means that the University can now count itself amongst the «top 10» of the best French universities. UCA has structured its initiative of excellence in four programs, one of which is an educational program. It consists of creating intensive courses mainly at the Master level and introducing a new generation of diplomas: they are all multidisciplinary, call for new educational technologies, and are taught entirely in English with cohorts made up of 50% of international students. This booklet aspire to introduce this new generation of diplomas, which are all going to open in September 2018.

IDEX FORMATIONS Chemistry Management of the Flavour & Fragrance .....................8 Environmental Sciences Management of Marine Ressources................................14 Modelling of neuronal and cognitive systems.............18 Plant Bioprotection and Biostimulation........................22 Quantitative biology & medicine ......................................26 Environmental Hasards and Risks Management......30 Educational Technologies Smart- EdTech, Co-creativity and digital tools for educational innovation................36 Data Science Pole Data Sciences MoDSU ...........................................................42 Biobanks and Complex Data management..................46 High Performance Computing and Data Sciences...50 Engineers for Smart Cities...................................................54

CHEMISTRY

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Tuition fees: 4000€*

As the worldwide capital of perfumery, the region of Grasse gathers all the elements of the industry and hosts long-standing expertise in the utilization of natural raw materials and the art of composing perfume. The entire value chain is present: the culture of aromatics and medicinal plants, the transformation and creation companies … All aspects are developed and processed in this territory, which generates approximatively 3000 jobs that are direct result of this industry. This program aims to prepare the future professionals to the expectations and challenges of the flavor and fragrance industry.

*The tuition fee may vary according to your residence status, namely if you are a resident of an EU country or of a country outside the EU. In addition, financial aid (need-based or meritbased scholarships) will be available to students, and other sources of funding will also be available through each training course.

Admission The program is open to different profiles: • Student with 180 validated ECTS in science, marketing, management or law • Professionals with working experience in the fields of flavor & fragrance Condition of admission: • English level attestation: TOEIC 815 OR IELTS 8 • Identity documents • Resume and cover letter • Transcripts translated in French OR English • Professional AND academic letter or reference

Innovative approach The entire program is based on acquiring fundamental knowledge and professional expertise in this industry. This transfer of knowledge is available through the Edhec Business School’s distance education e-learning experience which is delivered by professors and industry managers. This novel expertise is offered to the student with an optimum course structure through virtual classes, online courses, online exa.

UNESCO Chair "Perfume science: between traditions and innovations” The South-East of France and more particularly the region of Grasse is one of the highlights in the perfume industry worldwide. All the actors are involved: perfume plant producers, raw materials processing companies, odorant compounds synthesis, perfumers, teachers, trainers and researchers. The know-how associated with the perfumery professions represents a strong potential for innovation, from a societal point of view and human development. The association Patrimoine Vivant du Pays de Grasse has asked for recognition of the know-how related to perfume to the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The Côte d’Azur University and the Nice – Sophia Antipolis University are very involved in this process. Thanks to an active teaching and research activity in the field of perfume sciences, the Université Cote d’Azur, requested by the Living Heritage Association of the Grasse region, wishes to invest in a university chair «Perfume science: Between traditions and innovations »

Partners

Contact Claire DIKIDJIAN msc-ff@univ-cotedazur.fr app.univ-cotedazur.fr/fragrance

Master of Science (MSc)

MANAGEMENT OF THE FLAVOR AND FRAGRANCE INDUSTRY

Master of Science (MSc) MANAGEMENT OF THE FLAVOR AND FRAGRANCE INDUSTRY

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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

Master of Science (MSc) MARRES - Science, Conservation & Valorization of the Marine Resources Admission • Students enrolling in the first year should be proficient in English and to be comfortable with biological and ecological basics with a bachelor or “license” (French term) in a relevant field. They should be curious and open-minded, especially in terms of the socio-economic implications of science. • Students having a limited background in biological science and/or ecology (such as business or management majors) and student who do not meet the English proficiency requirements (Toefl 520 / iBT 70) may have to complete a preparatory period before starting the program. • Students with a strong background in biology, ecology and/or oceanography (coming from other programs) may apply for second-year admissions. A jury will investigate the viability of such a project. The 2nd year opens on Fall 2019. • Students unable to attend the program on-site (such as employed students or those with medical restrictions) can apply for the online option. However, their presence is required for a fixed period of time each semester.

Tuition fees: 4000€* *The tuition fee may vary according to your residence status, namely if you are a resident of an EU country or of a country outside the EU. In addition, financial aid (need-based or merit-based scholarships) will be available to students, and other sources of funding will also be available through each training course.

Partners • International scientific partners:

• Conservation management partners: governments of emerging countries and international NGOs • Outreach partners: local NGOs

• Entrepreneurship partners: local to international startups and companies

Contacts Christophe MOCQUET (UCA) Paola FURLA (UNS) Yan GRASSELLI (SKEMA) app.univ-cotedazur.fr/marres

msc-marres@univ-cotedazur.fr

Master of Science (MSc) MARRES - SCIENCE, CONSERVATION & VALORIZATION OF THE MARINE RESOURCESÂ

Master of Science (MSc) MARRES - SCIENCE, CONSERVATION & VALORIZATION OF THE MARINE RESOURCES

Objectives Our interdisciplinary approach, combined with innovative learning methods, empowers students to become academic scientists, conservation specialists, entrepreneurs, or all of the above. Whatever their preference, graduates will be the open-minded specialists our societies need to solve current and emerging ocean-related challenges. To become such talented professionals, our students will: - acquire high-level scientific knowledge, develop critical thinking and adopt the scientific approach in any circumstance. - aid decision making by learning how to assess ecosystem health and environmental impacts of projects with up-to-date techniques and tools (EIA, GIS, etc.) and by adapting their communication to a targeted audience. - appraise current and emerging marine societal challenges, and possible solutions, taking into account the development level of a country. - become entrepreneurs by developing their skills in project management, business administration, marine legislation and intellectual property protection.

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Program The innovative and interdisciplinary approach aims to comprehend the intertwined scientific, societal and economic aspects of the ocean. In MARRES, marine science combines with chemical engineering, legislation, digital tools and entrepreneurship. 10 cumulative months of internships, real-life and long-term projects developed with laboratories, NGOs, governments and companies will enable students to specialize in science, conservation or valorization of marine resources.

Future careers The M.Sc. MARRES program allows the students to continue to Ph.D. prgrams, as a prelude to their future academic career. Students will have the opportunity to develop local or international conservation projects. They may also work in the private sector, in modeling the marine environment, becoming project leaders, project managers, or auditors for organizations connected with environmental issues. Finally, they may become entrepreneurs by creating green (or blue) start-ups valorizing the countless marine resources that they will help to protect.

Master of Science (MSc) Modeling for neuronal and cognitive systems (Mod4NeuCog)

Admission Candidates should have a bachelor’s or an equivalent degree in mathematics, computer science, biology, psychology, electrical engineering, economics or linguistics. In addition, they will have to provide evidence of their ability to follow mathematical courses at a rapid pace (preparatory classes, double degree, syllabi of previous mathematics courses and evidence of good grades in these courses, recommendation letters, etc.). As a part of the application the candidates are asked to provide a motivation letter explaining their interest in neuroscience and cognition and a short description of a project they would like to develop. The project proposal is required for evaluation purposes and will not necessarily lead to a project used in the course of study. The admission is selective, based on the students’ application materials.

Tuition fees: 4000€* *The tuition fees may be reduced for EU citizens, depending on their circumstances. In addition, financial aid (need or merit based scholarships, or student employment) may be available.

Contacts Maciej Krupa

http://app.univ-cotedazur.fr/mod4neucog

msc-mod4neucog@univ-cotedazur.fr

Master of Science (MSc)

MODELING FOR NEURONAL AND COGNITIVE SYSTEMS (ModNeuCog)

Master of Science (MSc) MODELING FOR NEURONAL AND COGNITIVE SYSTEMS (ModNeuCog)

Objectives Graduates will have acquired the basic knowledge in mathematics, statistics, computer science, biology and cognitive science needed to model neurocognitive systems. The projects and internships will enable the students to identify and explore their domains of interest. Most of the projects of will be conducted in those laboratories of the Université Côte d’Azur that are members of the NeuroMod core program: http://univ-cotedazur.fr/en/idex/projet-structurant/cauca. The areas of specialization include medicine, mathematics, linguistics, physics, experimental economics, psychology, computer science, neurophysiology and the chemistry of olfaction. Throughout the program the students will be confronted with interactions in all these fields, often via group work. This will give each student the opportunity to progressively make individual choices, develop autonomous thinking and work in an interdisciplinary setting. The internships of the second year will, in addition, foster international mobility as well as R&D work in the private sector.

Through its innovative approaches to mentoring, MoNeuCog aims to foster natural curiosity and autonomy in students. The goal is to develop active researchers at the interface of applied mathematics and cognitive sciences.

Program The first semester is dedicated to the basics. It starts with 5 intensive weeks of bootcamp (update training in mathematics, programming and experimental set-ups). One of the goals of the update program is to establish an efficient and independent working method and to become acquainted with the environment of OpenNeuroLab, which is designed to promote group work. The first semester continues with coursework and projects in one of two tracks: “Cognitive Science” and “Applied Mathematics”. The second semester is marked by a transition to more independent work. It’s mostly comprised of mini-projects, conceived and supervised in collaboration with laboratories of the Université Côte d’Azur. These projects will be carried out in groups in the OpenNeuroLab and in laboratories. In addition, (groups of) students will carry out a selfdesigned project, for which a small budget will be available, with the management of the budget comprising a part of the challenge. The second year is centered around two internships, with at least one either abroad or in a private company.

Master of Science (MSc) BOOST - Biocontrol Solutions for Plant Health Future careers BOOST fosters the training of professionals who will have the expertise to lead projects in all sectors related to plant health research and innovation. Graduates will develop a broad view of associated challenges, disciplines and stake-holders. As future professionals, students will be provided with the knowledge, know-how and experience to act as researchers, R&D leaders in extension services and industry, or experts in consulting companies, public bodies and NGOs.

Admission Eligible students holding 180 ECTS credits who wish to specialize in research & innovation in plant genetic improvement, biological control, defense stimulation or biostimulation. Proficiency in English required, based on TOEFL, TOEIC scores or an internal English test.

Tuition fees: 4000â&#x201A;Ź* *The tuition fee may vary according to your residence status, namely if you are a resident of an EU country or of a country outside the EU. In addition, financial aid (need-based or merit-based scholarships) will be available to students, and other sources of funding will also be available through each training course.

Partners

Contacts Pierre ABAD (INRA), Thibaut MALAUSA (INRA) http://univ-cotedazur.fr/en

msc-boost@univ-cotedazur.fr

Master of Science (MSc)

BOOST BIOCONTROL SOLUTIONS FOR PLANT HEALTHÂ

Master of Science (MSc) BOOST - BIOCONTROL SOLUTIONS FOR PLANT HEALTH

Key features Track taught in English Immersion of students within internationally recognized laboratories and R&D centres Built-in interdisciplinarity Customizable training thanks to teamwork projects and internships

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Opportunities to focus on: Plant improvement, molecules and substances for plant health, or biocontrol using macro- and micro-organisms A major global challenge is to implement ecofriendly plant production technologies, while minimizing the hazards and risks to human health and the environment. This challenge is faced by all economic sectors that produce or use plants: agriculture, agrifood, cosmetics, pharmaceutics

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Program BOOST training program is unique in France and one of only a few similar international programs; Face-to-face and on-line learning; Flexible and individual training opportunities with different elective tracks; Students are individually mentored and coached by biocontrol experts; Opportunities for continuing education. BOOST training is provided in English and conducted within the laboratories of the UniversitĂŠ CĂ´te Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Azur and its academic and industrial partners, located in the Sophia Antipolis Science and Technology Park (Southern France)

Fundamentals Biology* Digital tools Law & IP Management

Year 1 / Master 1 Mentored team projects Research, Development, Expertise

Professional learning 6 months internship in a research laboratory or company

* Introduction to Biocontrol ; Ecotoxicology ; Analytical chemistry; formulation technologies; Plant physiology & genetics ; evolution & adaptation, Ecology

Fundamentals Biology* Digital tools Law & IP Management

Year 2 / Master 2 Mentored team projects Research, Development, Expertise

Professional learning 6 months internship in a research laboratory or company

* New management for agriculture; Plant physiology & genetics ; Population genetics, biology & dynamics, Chemical & behavior ecology

Master of Science (MSc) QCSBD Quantitative and Computational Sciences for Biomedical Data

Admission Student with a bachelor (180 ECTS) in mathematics, computer science or physics, with a strong motivation to work at the interface with biology.

Partners

Contacts Elisabeth PECOU

http://univ-cotedazur.fr/en

elisabeth.pecou@univ-cotedazur.fr

Master of Science (MSc)

QCSBD QUANTITATIVE AND COMPUTATIONAL SCIENCES FOR BIOMEDICAL DATA

Master of Science (MSc) QCSBD QUANTITATIVE AND COMPUTATIONAL SCIENCES FOR BIOMEDICAL DATA

Objectives During the training, students will be taught relevant theoretical and methodological concepts in areas ranging from: • Mathematical and computational methods in computational biology and bioinformatics; • Modeling approaches to relevant to study biochemical and biophysical processes in cells and tissues; • Analysis and interpretation of large datasets coming from high-throughput technologies ( “omics” data, images, signals, measurements), in particular single-cell data; • Fundamental aspects of cell biology; • Biology of cancer and aging. In short, prospective students will learn to tackle computational biology problems in a scientific, evidence-based manner as well as have the opportunity to gain experience working in a true multidisciplinary mindset.

The understanding of living systems requires a variety of apComputational biology is a multidisciplinary approach addressing proaches from many disciplines, often in complementary ways. The and solving current problems in biology and medicine usingat the aim of this Master is to establish a high-level teaching program, methodologies stemming mathematics, physical sciences and interface between Physics,from Mathematics, Computer Science, Biology computer science. This program willplace provide individuals and Medicine. The course will take overprospective two years (M1 and M2).with The the opportunity to learn how to precisely understand a biological question, second year (M2) will be divided into two tracks: track 1 will be oriented conceptualize phenomena with a mathematical model towards Biology and biological track 2 towards Medicine.The ambition of this master is integrating observational data and fi nd an appropriate way to solve it. to train students who can implement different approaches (model experiments, theories, simulations, etc.) and techniques to solve transdisciplinary problems in academic research, R&D and biomedical fields.

Program First year Fundamental Courses in: • Cell and tissue biology • Bioinformatics • Data Science • Systems Biology • Biophysics • 3 months internship and/or lab immersion on modeling and data analysis projects on biological topics. Second year • Advanced cell and tissue biology • Cancer systems biology • Computational biology for biology of aging • Formal and computaional approaches for single cell biology • 6 months internship

Future careers • Ph. D programs in bioinformatics, biophysics, systems biology • Research Engineer in private R&D sector of pharma companies, software companies, hospitals, CRO, Diagnosis companies, whose activities address: Human genomics, Personalized and precision medicine, Regenerative medicine, Single cell data analysis, Cancer systems biology, Metagenomics, Bioengineering, Synthetic biology, Bioimaging

Master of Science (MSc) Environmental Hasards and Risks Management Future careers • Higher education / research • Environmental management agencies • Urban planning and management agencies • Environmental/urban consulting • National and international level agencies • Industry and insurance companies

Admission All students with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Sciences are eligible to apply. These include degrees in Geography, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science and other sciences for students with a strong academic record. Applicants from non-anglophone institutions must provide proof of English proficiency. Selection will be made on the basis of a C.V., academic transcripts, 2 reference letters, and an online interview.

Partners

Contacts Dennis FOX, M.Sc. co-leader Dennis.FOX@univ-cotedazur.fr http://univ-cotedazur.fr/en

Manon LE GOURRIEREC, project oﬃcer Manon.LE-GOURRIEREC@univ-cotedazur.fr

Master of Science (MSc)

ENVIRONMENTAL HASARDS AND RISKS MANAGEMENT

Master of Science (MSc) ENVIRONMENTAL HASARDS AND RISKS MANAGEMENT

Objectives Natural and anthropogenic hazards and risks account for hundreds of thousands of deaths and billions of dollars in damage each year in a context of global warming and rapidly evolving land use change. The goal of this M.Sc. is to acquire skills in risk management, data analysis, and GIS/remote sensing to better predict and mitigate environmental hazards and risks. The M.Sc. is project-oriented and will make extensive use of case studies typical of the Mediterranean zone At the completion of the degree, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of risk management components: planning, mitigation, monitoring, scenario modeling, legislation, and warning systems.

The understanding of living systems requires a variety of approaches from many disciplines, often in complementary ways. The aim of this Master is toprovides establishskills a high-level teaching program, at the The M.Sc. in risk management, interface between Mathematics, Computer Science, Biology andPhysics, more particularly in risk modeling, and Medicine. The course willertake place over two years (M1 and M2). The to bett predict and manage second year (M2) will be divided into two tracks: track 1 will be oriented environmental hazards and risks towards Biology and track 2 towards Medicine.The ambition of this master is to train students who can implement different approaches (model experiments, theories, simulations, etc.) and techniques to solve transdisciplinary problems in academic research, R&D and biomedical fields.

Program After a first semester focusing on scientific and methodological fundamentals, all courses will adopt a hazard/risk module approach where students will work on a single risk for 2-3 weeks at a time. The two-year program is structured in the following way:

YEAR 1

Theoretical courses • Risk management overview • Principles of ecology • Environmental chemistry • Urban systems / planning

Risk modules* • Earthquakes • Agricultural risks • Land Use / Cover change • Mass movements

Semester 1 Methodological courses • Geographic Information Systems • Remote sensing • Statistics and data analysis • Elements of mathematical modeling • Computer science basics

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• Environmental law • Urban systems • Climate change • Industrial risks

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3-month internship

Risk modules* • Flooding • Forest fires • Marine ecology

Semester 3

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• Management • Project management • Project proposal writing

Semester 4 6-month internship

*The project-oriented modules adopt the same structure: 1. Regional and global importance of the risk. 2. Fundamental processes 3. Mitigation strategies with field visits where appropriate 4. Data acquisition and treatment 5. Historical case study project using GIS / remote sensing modeling tools.

EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES

Master of Science (MSc) Smart- EdTech, Co-creativity and digital tools for educational innovation Admission Candidates from a diversity of backgrounds are welcomed to the master’s program. During the program they will develop cross-disciplinary competencies with a dual goal: • to contribute to improve today’s education and the education of tomorrow: the priority target group are teachers, trainers, tutors and other persons responsible for young people’s education. • to train new professionals who will create diverse educational products. They must be aware not only of technical solutions, but also relate to pedagogical principles. Master SmarEdTech incorporates both initial and continuous education, in public and private sectors. This program aims to help gradutes develop transversal skills, for example, to become researchers and entrepreneurs at the same time, and to create the jobs of tomorrow.

Partners

Laboratory CRIFPE of

Department of Risk Engineering and Informatics of Health of

http://univ-cotedazur.fr/en

msc-edtech@univ-cotedazur.fr

Master of Science (MSc)

SMART- EDTECH, CO-CREATIVITY AND DIGITAL TOOLS FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATIONÂ

Master of Science (MSc) SMART- EDTECH, CO-CREATIVITY AND DIGITAL TOOLS FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION

Objectives Knowledge: • Critical history of pedagogy and digital education • Analysis of the current state of knowledge in cognitive science as it is applied to education • Established tools and their use in distance learning on existing platforms • Lifelong learning: analysis of issues and solutions • Economic models for education, and emerging solutions • Standards and metadata in e-learning, associated tools, notions of the semantic web • Initiation in machine learning and algorithmic mechanisms of learning • Analysis of traces related to student’s learning • Marketing and analysis of EdTech market Skills: Competences: • Create educational multimedia resources with teachers and students • Develop interaction, creativity and adaptability in a group • Create pedagogical and interactive grain software • Create disciplinary or cross-disciplinary educational ontologies • Simulate problem resolution scenarios • Develop interfaces based on user experience • Create electronic and robotic artefacts in a fablab • Design a serious game • Design and present a MOOC • Conceive entrepreneurial solutions: projects, budget, planning • Transform a module of a pedagogical program using disruptive pedagogy • Carry out a creative project with local EdTech companies

The SmartEdTech Master addresses public, social The SmartEdTech addresses public, way, and economic issues in aprogram participative and creative social and economic in a participative and creative way, to buildissues the education of tomorrow. to build the education tomorrow. Weon are offering a program based We are offering the of program based the disruptive pedagogy on the disruptive that is made possible by digital learning. thatpedagogy is made possible by digital learning. ThisThis MScMaster’s programprogram puts smart educational technologies at the heart puts smart educational technologies of its training in order to improve today’s education at the heartactivities of its training activities in order to improve for everybody and to create the education ofcreate tomorrow. today’s education for everybody and to the education of tomorrow.

Program A threefold scientific approach: • In computer science, students will not only master the tools, but also to acquire skills in order to develop digital technologies in education and to create the added educational value for tomorrow’s content and tools. This includes working with the support of machine learning algorithms and applying them to data generated during the learning and evaluation processes. • In educational science, students will acquire tools to precisely analyse educational innovation (with or without validation). • In applied cognitive science, students will benefit from the latest developments in neuroscience and behavioral psychology to propose effective and human solutions.

Future careers • Project manager in e-learning • Instructional designer • Digital learning consultant • Teacher or trainer in online environments • Researcher in educational technology • Digital innovation director • Educational advisor • Your own start up ... and other future jobs for change-makers !

DATA SCIENCES POLE

Master of Science (MSc) Data Science

Admission Admission will be based on application files and, ultimately, on an interview. Applicants will be asked to write a proposal for a Data Science project that they will be able to develop during the first year if they are selected.

Partners

Contacts Charles Bouveyron

http://univ-cotedazur.fr/fr

msc-data-science@univ-cotedazur.fr

Master of Science (MSc) DATA SCIENCEÂ

Master of Science (MSc) DATA SCIENCE

Objectives The «Data Sciences» Master is a 2-year MSc at the Université Côte d’Azur. It provides training in data science methods, emphasizing mathematical and compuer science perspectives. Students will receive a thorough grounding in theory, as well as learning the technical and practical skills of data science enabling them to apply advanced methods of data science to investigate real world questions. The core courses will provide students with comprehensive understanding of some of the most fundamental aspects of data, computational techniques and statistical analysis. Students will then choose courses from a range of optional modules ranging from Distributed Computing for Big Data and Statistical Computing, to Financial Statistics, Management and Marketing. The program will combine traditional lectures with computer lab sessions, in which students will work with data to complete hands-on exercises using programming tools, and analyze real data provided by professionals who are working in the industry. The «Data Science» Master also leads to Ph.D. programs in the area of applied mathematics and computer sciences.

Data Data Science Science is is an an emergent emergent field field of of activity, activity, which which will will become become inincreasingly vital to the digital economy in the coming years. This requicreasingly vital to the digital economy in the coming years. This requirement rement is is mainly mainly due due to to our our increasing increasing capacities capacities in in data data acquisition acquisition and and processing. The UCA «Data Science» Master of Science prepares future processing. The UCA «Data Science» Master of Science prepares future specialists specialists in in mathematical mathematical techniques techniques and and computer computer tools tools necessary necessary for for the extraction of knowledge from masses of data. the extraction of knowledge from masses of data.

Program First year:  Semestre 0: M10 - Refresher courses Semestre 1: M11 - Statistical inference M12 - Data Mining and Big Data M13 - Workshops and ethical aspects

Semestre 2: M14 - Theory of Statistical learning M15 - Practice of Machine Learning M16 - Data Visualization and distributed systems M17 - Case studies M18 - Options(track-dependent) Semestre 3: M19 - Internships

Second year (track «Data Science for Research and Development», 5 modules to choose):

Second year (track «Data Science for Marketing, Finance, Business and Development»):

Semestre 1: M21 - Learning in high-dimensions M22 - Bayesian and advanced learning M23 - Data analysis M24 - Medical and networked data M25 - Random Fields and system performance M26 - Deep learning and web mining M27 - Information theory and smart cities M28 - Data streams and e-health

Semestre 1: M31 - Data Mining for Finance M32 - Big Data Applications for Financial Markets M33 - Marketing Modeling M34 - Management M35 - Mathematical Finance M36 - Case Studies M37 - Maths module (to choose in track A)

Semestre 2: M29 - Internship

Future careers Graduates will be competitive for positions both in private companies and public research institutes. They will be prepared to succeed in positions such as data scientists, data miners, or research assistants. Further research at the Ph.D.-level will prepare graduates for careers as research engineers or research. We also expect that our partners will offer several positions to our most competitive graduates.

Master of Science (MSc) Biobanks and Complex Data Management Admission The Master is open to exceptional bachelor degree graduates in the field of Life Sciences. We welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities. French language proficiency is not an admission criterion. Our students will respect the following conditions: - The students must be fluent English speakers (a Language Certificate may be required). - Able to commit at least 6 months internship abroad (M1, M2 or both). - Full-time courses (FR: présence obligatoire). For students from French and non-French institutions (‘international admissions’) the selection is a 2 phase process.

Partners

http://univ-cotedazur.fr/ www.oncoage.org

www.chu-nice.fr

www.hopital-centre-antoine-lacassagne.fr

www.biobanques.eu

www.medecine.unice.fr

www.inra.fr

www.inria.fr

www.canceropole-paca.com/

Contacts Pr. HOFMAN Paul , Dr. ILIE Marius, Dr. ARRIGHI Nicole masterbiobank@unice.fr http://univ-cotedazur.fr/english/uca-education/diplomas/biobanks-complex-data

Master of Science (MSc)

BIOBANKS AND COMPLEX DATA MANAGEMENTÂ

Master of Science (MSc) BIOBANKS AND COMPLEX DATA MANAGEMENT

Objectives On completion of the Master’s program, students will be able to: • Become biobank managers at an international level • Assure and enhance quality of biological samples • Offer advice for marketing and biobank sustainability • Address ethical, legal, and societal aspects of biobanking • Assure management of complex data associated with biological samples

A A Biobank Biobank is is aa biological biological materials materials repository repository that that collects, collects, processes, processes, stores, and distributes biospecimens to support scientifi c investigation. stores, and distributes biospecimens to support scientific investigation. The The main main objective objective of of the the Master Master is is to to acquire acquire knowledge, knowledge, experience, experience, and and practical skills that will qualify graduates to work in the multidisciplinary practical skills that will qualify graduates to work in the multidisciplinary fi field eld of of biobanking biobanking (humans, (humans, animals, animals, plants, plants, and and other other living living organisms) organisms) and complex data management. and complex data management.

Program • First Master’s degree in Europe on Biobanking and Complex Data Management. • Offered at a State University (Université Côte d’Azur; http://univ-cotedazur.fr/english) and developed by leading experts in the field. • Dedicated for Biological Sciences students looking to gain professional skills to deliver an evolving biobank service that meets regulatory and user requirements. • International exchanges among a wide network of academic and industry partners. • Two in-company internships of 6 months during the 2 years of training (France or abroad).

Future careers • Biobank Manager/Administrator • Biobank quality Manager • Data Manager • Scientific Adviser to public and private sector clients • Product Manager • Regulatory Specialist • Technological Specialist • Logistics Specialist • Logistics Manager/Administrator • Logistics Analyst

Master of Science (MSc) High Performance Computing and Data SciencesÂ Admission - Must hold a qualification equivalent to three or four years of higher education, such as a Licence degree (three years), a Master I degree (four years), an American B.Sc. (four years) or an equivalent degree. - Selection is based on your application (previous studies, grades, professional experience, achievement and motivation) and an interview. - Students applying to this program must give proof of proficiency in English (oral and written).

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Contacts Elie Hachem Youssef Mesri www.univ-cotedazur.fr

master-hpc@univ-cotedazur.fr

Master of Science (MSc) HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING AND DATA SCIENCES

Objectives You will study in a joint program with the Ecole des Mines de Paris - PSL and the Université Côte d’Azur. Ecole des Mines de Paris – PSL is one of the best engineering schools in France, with an international reputation for excellence in education and research in HPC for industrial problems. Université Côte d’Azur and its Center of Modeling, Simulation and Interactions (MSI) promotes large-scale observation and in silico experimentation, such as the acquisition, processing and display of very big data, using conceptual approaches common to the research activities of all the Academies of Excellence. This M.Sc. program provides students with strong foundations in the fields of High Performance Computing with Data Sciences for advanced simulations. It includes an in-depth understanding of parallel programming, modeling, simulation and analysis of intensive data. Graduates will be prepared to pursue an exciting career in the fast-growing fields of HPC and Data Sciences.

This M.Sc. M.Sc. program program focuses focuses on on advanced advanced education education and and the the practice practice This of HPC HPC and and data-driven data-driven applications. applications. of It provides provides students students with with an an in-depth in-depth understanding understanding of of It parallel programming, programming, modeling, modeling, simulation simulation and and analysis analysis of of intensive intensive data. data. parallel Graduates will will be be prepared prepared to to pursue pursue an an exciting exciting career career in in the the fast-growing fast-growing Graduates fields elds of of HPC HPC and and Data Data Sciences. Sciences. fi

Program Programming skills: - Software engineering for scientific computing - Object-oriented programming

Parallel algorithms and programming: - Domain decomposition methods - Mesh and graph partitioning - Load balancing

Numerical methods for scientific computing: - Approximation, interpolation and integration of PDEs - Linear algebra - Optimization and operational research - Hierarchical and adaptive algorithms

Mathematical modeling: - Discrete systems (molecular dynamics, N-body, etc.) - Continuous systems (ODE and PDE) - Optimization and inverse problems - Stochastic and statistical methods

HPC architectures: - Hardware technologies - Supercomputing environments - Cloud computing Fundamentals of data storage, analysis, and visualization: - Signal processing and statistics - Techniques and tools for data analysis (Hadoop, Spark) - Techniques and tools for massive data visualization

IT project management: - HPC society (history, impacts, challenges, etc.) - IT project management - Intellectual property - Data ethics

Future careers The future graduates of this M.Sc. will be experts in HPC for a wide variety of careers in science, engineering, industry and software development. Thanks to their dual skills in applied mathematics and computer science, their roles will be crucial to accelerate the movement towards the industry of the future. Graduates will prepared be for employment in both industrial and academic fields, for example as numerical analysts, statisticians or computer experts, specializing in calculation and simulation.

Master of Science (MSc) Engineers for Smart Cities Admission This study program is suitable for initial and continuing education candidates. Basic entry requirements include: • A qualification equivalent to a 4-year higher education degree in relevant fields (engineering, environmental science, geography, architecture, computer science, business administration, management) or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard, or an appropriate professional experience in a smart city-relevant field. • English language proficiency equivalent to CEFR B2 level; Applications are reviewed holistically, focusing on applicants’ academic excellence, professional experience and personal commitment.

Tuition fees:

10,000 €*

*Financial aid partially covering tuition fees is available to support participants and is based on academic excellence as well as on personal circumstances.

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• Industrial ang Governmental Partners

Contacts Dr. Amel ATTOUR, Associate Professor in Economics Dr. Matteo CAGLIONI, Associate Professor and Head of Geography Department Dr. Diego MORENO, Associate Professor in Geography http://www.4smartcities.com/

4smartcities.imredd@univ-cotedazur.fr

Master of Science (MSc) ENGINEERS FOR SMART CITIES

Objectives Today more than half of the world’s population lives in cities and this proportion is expected to further increase by 2050. Effectively and sustainably manage our cities and territories has thus become one of the most important development challenges of our century. Triggered by the ongoing digital transformation, cities are becoming smarter by integrating innovative solutions to tackle energy, environment, mobility, social and economic issues and to offer efficient services and an increased quality of life to its citizens. The aim of the program is to explore the interdependence of urban systems and appraise the emerging innovations and business solutions deployed in smart cities. The city of Nice, Europe’s 5th smartest city, is our living lab and participants may benefit from the local university-government-industry cooperation powered by the Smart Territory Innovation Centre of University Côte d’Azur located in the Nice Méridia technopolis. Our innovative and intellectually challenging program is tailored to suit also industry professionals and government officials seeking personal enrichment and professional development within a dynamic and supportive environment that also promotes valuable professional networks. A modular format of the study program offers you the flexibility to fit your studies around your professional and personal commitments. Bespoke and in-house courses may also be organised to suit an organization’s needs. Upon successful completion of one or more modules, participants are awarded a certificate from University Côte d’Azur.

The The multidisciplinary multidisciplinary program program fosters fosters talents talents in in developing, developing, managing and implementing innovative smart city projects. managing and implementing innovative smart city projects. Experts Experts from academia, industry and government propose an innovative from academia, industry and government propose an innovative learning learning experience equipping participants with the right competencies to experience equipping participants with the right competencies to thrive thrive in in aa fast-evolving job market. The program is tailored also to suit government fast-evolving job market. The program is tailored also to suit government and and executive executive professionals professionals seeking seeking career career development. development.

Program The study program offers a diverse array of smart city interdisciplinary subjects providing a comprehensive analysis and understanding of the key technological challenges and business models presented by the deployment of innovative projects in rapidly-developing urban and metropolitan areas. Modules are taught by faculty leading their field of research and augmented by experienced practitioners drawn from industry, business and government equipping participants with the latest knowledge and skills. Practical case-studies and on-site field trips are organized to animate the learning environment as well as stimulate critical analysis and exchange. A blended learning experience is offered including face-to-face sessions in Nice (France) and e-learning sessions. The study program lasts one year and is organised over two semesters. Participants on continuing education may choose to complete the program over 2 academic years. SEMESTER 1 Smart & Sustainable City / 20hours (1 ECTS) Systemic approach to smart city analysis; interactions of innovative urban infrastructures, networks, users and behaviors.

Digital City / 40hours (3.5 ECTS) Explore trends in ICT creating wealth and social cohesion in urban contexts (mobile uptake, ultra broadband deployment, IoT, Big Data...).

Urban Design /40hours (3.5 ECTS) Sustainability policies to urban planning (AEU & HQE approach, eco-neighborhoods). Digital revolution in urban design (BIM to CIM) and urban form.

Smart Energy /40hours (3.5ECTS) Explore new energy technologies for eciency in energy consumption, distribution and self-production (ecodistricts and micro-grids).

Urban Resilience /40hours (3.5 ECTS) Assess vulnerability and resilience of a territory to technological and natural hazards as well as its capacity to adapt to changes and future risks.

Mobility and Transport /40hours (3.5 ECTS) Identify major challenges in mobility and transport systems, conceive smart mobility models, and assess innovation of urban mobility.

Business challenges /40hours (3.5 ECTS) Design and analyze business models of smart innovation; examine the relationship of innovation, territory and entrepreneurial spawning in smart cities.

Integrated Project /144hours (8 ECTS) Multi-disciplinary module providing participants with a cross-sector and hands-on management experience of smart city projects.

SEMESTER 2 Professional Experience / (30ECTS) 4 to 6 months internship at a company, research centre or public institution in France and worldwide.

Future careers The job market related to the management and planning of smart cities has an urgent need for executives capable of designing, deploying and manage innovative smart city projects. Participants will acquire the requisite technical and management competencies as well as multidisciplinary transferable skills for a career in private enterprises, consultancies, startups as well as the public sector.

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