Four new training programs to address societal challenges and meet the needs of growth sectors

From the health and social services sector to biotechnology, and from sustainable tourism to the cultural and creative industries, these four new programs reflect the diversity of the university’s areas of expertise and its commitment to supporting changes in the professional world. Professional bachelor’s degrees, university diplomas, and Master of Science programs offer formats tailored to different audiences and career goals, all with the same objective: to develop immediately applicable skills and foster connections between education, research, and the socio-economic sector.
 

Legal Guardian for Adults: Meeting a Growing Need for Qualified Professionals

With the professional bachelor’s degree program “Legal Guardian for Adults,” Université Côte d’Azur offers a top-tier education dedicated to a regulated profession with ever-increasing demand. The aging population and the rise in situations of vulnerability are driving the need for professionals capable of supporting protected adults in exercising their rights and managing their daily lives.
Open to students with two years of post-secondary education and offered as a one-year work-study program, this professional bachelor’s degree combines law, management, social sciences, and professional practice. It prepares students to address situations requiring not only legal and administrative skills but also the ability to listen and provide support, while respecting individuals’ autonomy and dignity.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to work, in particular, within guardianship organizations, medical-social institutions, or in private practice. The creation of this bachelor’s degree thus addresses a major challenge: contributing to the professionalization of an essential sector dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals. 

Artificial Intelligence and Systems Immunology: AI in the Service of Biotherapies and Personalized Health

At the intersection of artificial intelligence, life sciences, and health, the “Artificial Intelligence and Systems Immunology” (AINSI) degree program opens up a new field of study centered on data-driven immunology.
Developed by the “Life Sciences and Health” University Research School in partnership with the MabDesign association, this university degree program is set against the backdrop of rapid transformation in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and personalized health sectors. The goal: to enable professionals, researchers, and doctoral students to better master new approaches for integrating artificial intelligence into immunological sciences.
Taught entirely in English and led by international experts , the intensive 70-hour program covers topics such as AI-assisted immunological diagnosis, personalized immunotherapies, and predictive modeling.
By bringing together scientific expertise, digital technologies, and industrial applications, the AINSI certificate program supports the development of new skills for the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medtech sectors.

Becoming an Entrepreneur in Sustainable Tourism, Hospitality, and Food Service: Supporting Local Initiatives 

A major sector of the Côte d’Azur economy, tourism is undergoing profound transformations, driven in particular by changing customer expectations and the need to better integrate environmental and social considerations. To address these changes, Université Côte d’Azur is launching the university diploma program “Becoming an Entrepreneur in Sustainable Tourism, Hospitality, and Food Service.”
Aimed at both professionals seeking a career change and project initiators, this short program is designed to be compatible with full-time employment. It guides participants through the various stages of starting or taking over a business, from the feasibility study to financing, including the development of a business model and communication strategy.
The program emphasizes a practical and personalized approach , centered on the development of a real-world project. The challenges of sustainable tourism serve as a guiding thread, helping future entrepreneurs integrate these new requirements into their business models and development strategies.
Backed by a network of professional partners and the local entrepreneurial ecosystem, the program emphasizes practical simulations and individualized support. It thus aims to facilitate both career transitions and the successful launch of new projects in a sector that plays a particularly pivotal role for the French Riviera.

TV Content Creation and Innovation: Training in New Audiovisual Content 

With the Master of Science in “TV Content Creation and Innovation ,” Université Côte d’Azur is further strengthening its presence within the cultural and creative industries and keeping pace with the rapid changes in the audiovisual sector.
Located on the Georges Méliès campus in Cannes, this two-year program is supported by the Initiative d’Excellence and the University Research School of Arts and Humanities. It is designed for students and professionals who wish to specialize in the creation and development of content for television and streaming platforms.
Taught in English, the program combines creativity with professional skills : writing, marketing, project management, legal aspects, and knowledge of the international TV formats market. Particular attention is given to this international ecosystem, which constitutes a major sector of the contemporary audiovisual industry.
The program has a strong professional focus and is developed in collaboration with the Banijay Group , an international player in content production and distribution. Masterclasses, project mentoring, pitch simulations, and professional certification allow students to engage directly with the realities of the industry.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be prepared for roles related to content creation, development, and production within production companies, broadcasters, or streaming platforms.

An educational program closely aligned with evolving career trends

Through these four new degree programs, Université Côte d’Azur continues to evolve its educational offerings to keep pace with changes in society, the workforce, and the region’s needs .
Drawing on its research laboratories, university research schools, and the many professional and industrial partners in its network, the university continues to develop programs that combine academic excellence, innovation, and professional relevance, benefiting students, working professionals, and the region’s economic sectors alike.