BioMedical Engineering (ST4Health)
The Master of Science & Technology for Health (ST4Health) is PSL's specialization in health engineering, offering a two-year course at the intersection of biomedical and engineering sciences. This program is at the heart of the health innovation initiatives of ²ÝÁñÂÛ̳, a member of PariSanté Campus.
The ST4Health Master's degree is affiliated to the and graduate programs.
Thanks to a wide range of partnerships, the ST4Health Master's program offers training through research, promoting interdisciplinarity and student initiative with an international outlook. The program draws on the extremely rich and complementary expertise and know-how of PSL establishments involved in the health sector.
Teaching takes place mainly at PariSanté Campus, ESPCI Paris and partner institutions. Guest lecturers include hospital practitioners (AP-HP), researchers from other schools and universities, representatives of public institutions and private companies.
Learning outcomes
The Master ST4Health offers a program of excellence aimed at students with diverse backgrounds (physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, computer science, mathematics, medicine, pharmacy and other health sciences). The main objectives of the program are:
1) Provide students with the knowledge and techniques they need to gain initial experience in a wide range of biomedical engineering fields;
2) Train professionals in biomedical innovation with a multidisciplinary background, enabling them to understand and tackle health challenges in all their complexity;
3) Foster a fruitful collaborative approach to innovation projects at the interface between science, engineering and medicine.
The second year (M2) is organized in three different tracks sharing some common core courses. In the first year (M1), students consolidate and broaden their core knowledge in both engineering and the medical field, and prepare for one of the M2 tracks through specialized courses.
Tracks
The M1 year comprises a mandatory common core, with a choice of teaching units tailored to each student's profile and intended M2 track.
The M2 year offers three tracks:
- M2 Biomaterials & Engineering for Health (BEH)
- M2 AI & Digital Health (AIH)
- M2 Digital Mental Health (DMH)
Who should apply?
Bachelors from almost all scientific fields (biology, physics, chemistry, mathematics, engineering as well as medicine, pharmacy, dentistry and other health sciences), graduates from the PSL CPES, engineering students and ENS science students. Residents in medical, dental and pharmacy schools, engineering and ENS students may apply directly to the second year (M2), as well as students who have completed an M1 in a relevant field. International students may also apply directly to the M2, provided they have a Master's degree or equivalent M1 (exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis).
Opportunities
- PhD in a field related to the M2 track followed by the student, in academia or jointly with a company (CIFRE PhDs).
- R&D positions in large companies or startups, in almost all biomedical and healthtech sectors.
- Continuing medical or pharmacy school, or accessing it through "passerelle" pathways, in either 2nd or 3rd year.
- Business programs in health and medtech management (ESCP, EM Lyon / Centrale Supelec…)
The program is linked to a wide network of research labs at the partner institutions and beyond:
- ESPCI Paris - PSL (ex : Laboratoire Plasticité du Cerveau, Physique pour la ²Ñé»å±ð³¦¾±²Ô±ð, Institut Langevin, Laboratoire de Physique et d’Etude des Matériaux, Chimie Moléculaire Macromoléculaire et Matériaux, Chimie Biologie Innovation, Science et Ingénierie de la Matière Molle, …)
- MINES Paris - PSL (ex : Centre de Bioinformatique, Centre de Morphologie Mathématique, Centre des Matériaux, Centre de Mise en Forme, …)
- Chimie Paris - PSL (ex : Physico-chimie des Surfaces, Matériaux, Interfaces et Matière Molle, Métallurgie Structurale, Chimie Organométallique et Catalyse de Polymérisation, Synthèse Imagerie Electrochimie, Systèmes Analytiques pour le Diagnostic, Chemical Theory and Modelling, …)
- ENS – PSL (ex : Institut de Biologie, Laboratoire des Systèmes Perceptifs, Laboratoire PASTEUR, Institut des Matériaux Poreux de Paris, …)
- EPHE – PSL
- Institut Curie
- Institut Pierre-Gilles de Gennes
Teaching location
Courses mostly take place in the heart of Paris, mainly on the PariSanté Campus and the ESPCI Paris - PSL campus. For some courses, students have access to conferences and scientific meetings outside Paris. The program includes two two-month internships (or a single four-month internship if abroad) in M1 and a five- to six-month research internship in M2. Internships are validated by the track chairs and usually take place in the university laboratories of the partner institutions, but also in the R&D departments of large companies, in biomedical start-ups or in hospitals.
- An exceptional scientific environment within PSL, including several of the most prestigious research institutes in Paris (ENS - PSL, ESPCI Paris - PSL, École nationale supérieure de Chimie de Paris - PSL, MINES Paris - PSL, Collège de France, Institut Curie…).
- Strong links to the socio-economic and medical worlds, through the inclusion in PariSanté Campus
- A situation at the very lively and cultural heart of Paris.
- Specific support for international students (help with housing and administrative procedures, courses of French as a foreign language…)
The M1 year comprises a common core with preparatory units for the M2 courses.
The M1 program is designed to reinforce and broaden students' skills in biomedical science and engineering. A set of teaching units covering general and cross-disciplinary concepts is offered as part of the core curriculum. These courses are complemented by optional specialization courses to prepare students for the M2 year in the track of their choice.
[Opening of M1: Year 2026]
The M2 year offers three tracks.
The M2 program is based on a core curriculum (12 ECTS) covering fundamental aspects of research and innovation applied to health: medical sciences, methodology, innovation and society. These are complemented by courses and internships specific to each track (minimum 18 ECTS).
- M2 Biomaterials & Engineering for Health (BEH)
The Biomaterials & Biodevices track focuses on the study and design of materials, nanotechnologies and devices interfaced with biological systems for the design of innovative therapeutic and diagnostic solutions. - M2 AI & Digital Health (AIH)
The AI & Digital Health track focuses on the study and design of data science, artificial intelligence and image analysis approaches to accelerate advances in personalized medicine and support the emergence of new healthcare technologies. - M2 Digital Mental Health (DMH)
The Digital Mental Health track focuses on the study and design of innovative solutions using digital sciences and technologies for the diagnosis and treatment of mental health pathologies.
Prerequisites (M1)
Most Bachelor's degrees of sciences (particularly, but not restricted to, life and health sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, mechanics, mathematics, computer science), (Sciences Track) and equivalent foreign degrees. Prerequisites vary according to the M2 track. Students must indicate their preferred track(s), and their applications will be examined for this specific track.
Prerequisites (M2)
Residents in medical, dental or pharmacy schools, engineering school students and ENS science students can apply directly for the second year (M2). The same conditions apply to students who have completed one year of M1 in science or engineering. International students can also apply for M2, provided they have already obtained a degree equivalent to M1 level or a Master's degree (certain exceptions are taken into account on a case-by-case basis). Prerequisites vary according to each M2 track. Students must indicate their preferred track(s) and their applications will be considered for this specific track.
Admission process (M2 only in 2025)
Admissions for the 2025/26 academic year are open exclusively for the Master's Year 2 program. Admissions for Year 1 will open in 2026 for the 2026/27 academic year.
- Based on an application package () and interview. Eligible candidates will be invited for an admission interview (remote).
- 2025/2026 admissions calendar:
- ROUND 1: Online applications from January 14 to March 13, 2025 (23:59 CET time)
→ - ROUND 2: Online applications from April 1st to May 2, 2025 (23:59 CET time)
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- ROUND 1: Online applications from January 14 to March 13, 2025 (23:59 CET time)
Please note that it is generally in your interest to apply as soon as possible, as the M2 tracks have limited capacity.
-- Apply to ST4Health --
In preparing your M2 application, please include the followings:
All transcripts and diplomas in higher education (with a certified translation into French or English, if the originals are in another language); a resume and cover letter (both in English); proof of a level in English corresponding to grade C1 minimum (TOEIC, TOEFL...) and two letters of recommendation (in French or English) from professors or managers who have supervised you in an internship or employment context.
Tuition fees 2024/2025
- Tuition fees: €250 /year (set by ministerial decree)
- Student Life and Campus Fee (CVEC): €103 /year -
Institution for registration: ESPCI Paris - PSL
Degree issued: French Master’s degree delivered by ²ÝÁñÂÛ̳
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Application timelines
Round 1: January 14 to March 13, 2025
Round 2: April 1st to May 2, 2025
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