ENROLLMENT

MASTER OF ARTS IN LEGAL SCIENCES

PRESENTATION

To develop knowledge that allows them to reflect on the multiple aspects of the legal area, and to develop a critical judgment, which allows them to focus and resolve situations in the field of legal sciences autonomously. This training is based on research and academic rigor, seeking to develop leaders capable of facing contemporary challenges with excellence and foundation.

TITLE AWARDED TO THE GRADUATE:
Master of Arts in Legal Sciences

OBJECTIVES:

The Master of Arts in Legal Sciences aims to deepen theoretical and practical knowledge in Law, fostering a critical analysis of legal norms and their application in society. The program seeks to prepare professionals for academic research, teaching, and enhancement of legal practice, encouraging interdisciplinary reflection and the development of innovative solutions for contemporary legal challenges.

WHO SHOULD APPLY:

  • The target audience of the program includes graduates in Law and related fields seeking advanced specialization, professors, researchers, and legal professionals who wish to broaden their understanding of complex legal issues and develop new approaches in the field of Law.

Lines of Research:

Line 1: Religious Law, Freedom and Laity;
Line 2: Theories of Justice and Effectiveness of Justice;
Line 3: Environmental Law, Transnationality and Sustainability;
Line 4: Human Rights and Society

Estimated duration of 24 months. Being:

Stage 1 – course disciplines;

Stage 2 – for the preparation of the final work (dissertation or thesis) by direct supervision;

The examining board takes place after the completion of the aforementioned steps. If the student does not complete the work, he will make a contractual addendum and continue to pay the course fees;

The student must make at least 03 (three) academic publications during the study period, which must be in journals with a relevance index.

The student must comply with an additional workload in the participation of academic events and continuing education and extension courses for the composition of the academic-scientific curriculum of the latter.

RESPONSIBLE PERSONS

Dra. Marcela Tarciana Cunha Silva Martins
Dean of Academic Relations at VCCU

Dr. Ramon Olímpio
Head Professor at the School of Law and Humanities

MODALITY: 100% Online

REASONS TO COMPLETE MY ONLINE COURSE AT VCCU

  • You can watch classes from anywhere in the world (online – live).
  • We have interactive classes through the VLE platform, taught by quality professors.
  • You are able to interact online with fellow students and professors inside and outside the virtual classroom.
  • You can access VCCU virtual resources from any device.
  • We have accredited degree programs.
  • You can get the same experience as students from all over the world.

COURSEWORK PLAN

STAGE 1:
Course / Components

MPLSI1 – General Theory of Law – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSI2 – Comparative Law – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSI3 – Ethics and Christianity – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSI4 – Theological Anthropology – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSS 1- Constitutional Democracy and Human Rights* – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSS2 – Contemporary Constitutionalism – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSS3 – Political Development: Democracy, Rule of Law and Citizenship – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSS4 – Fundamental Rights, Access to Justice and New Rights* – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSS5 – Social Inclusion, Protection and Defense of Human Rights – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSS6 – Socio-environmental Sustainability of Development – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSS7 – Minority Studies, Religious Diversity and Social Equity – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSR1 – Integrative Seminar – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSR2 – Methodology of Scientific Research in Social Sciences – 45h – 3 Credits
MPLSR3 – Higher Education Methodology – 45h – 3 Credits

Total: 630h – 42 Credits

STAGE 2:
Orientation Stage

Research and Development of the Thesis/Dissertation – 465h 
Qualification of the Thesis/Dissertation – 1 Credits
Presentation of the Thesis/Dissertation
Foreign Language Proficiency

Total: 465h – 1 Credits