DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN INTERNATIONAL LAW AND HUMAN RIGHTS (WITH EMPHASIS ON CHRISTIAN ETHICS)
PRESENTATION
The PhD in International Law, Human Rights and Social Justice in the Christian Perspective aims to train professionals and researchers capable of analyzing, interpreting and applying the principles of International Law and Human Rights, in the light of Christian ethics, promoting social justice, sustainable development and innovation in the global context.
TITLE AWARDED TO THE GRADUATE:
PhD in International Law and Human Rights with an Emphasis on Christian Ethics
OBJECTIVES:
The PhD in International Law and Human Rights with Emphasis on Christian Ethics is designed to equip students with a profound understanding of legal principles and human rights issues within an international framework. The program integrates Christian ethical perspectives, fostering leaders who can address global challenges with justice, compassion, and integrity.
WHO SHOULD APPLY:
- Religious Leaders and Theologians,
- Interested in Advanced Studies on Religion;
- University Professors.
Lines of Research:
Line 1 – International Law, Global Justice and Christian Ethics
Objective: To investigate the principles of Public and Private International Law, analyzing their relationship with the challenges of global justice, peaceful conflict resolution and international governance. It also addresses the impact of Christian ethics on the formulation of treaties, the defense of national sovereignty, and the promotion of peace and human dignity on the global stage.
Line 2 – Human Rights, Religious Freedom and Protection of Vulnerable Groups
Objective: To analyze the role of international organizations and Christian institutions in promoting social justice, combating discrimination and formulating public policies for vulnerable groups, such as migrants, refugees and religious persecuted.
Line 3 – Innovation, Digital Transformation and Protection of Human Rights
Objective: To explore the impact of digitalization and innovation in the field of Human Rights, including the role of religious institutions in the use of technology for the promotion of human dignity.
Estimated duration of 48 months. Being:
1. Stage 1 – course subjects;
2. Stage 2 – for the preparation of the thesis by direct supervision;
The examining board takes place after the completion of the aforementioned steps. If the student does not complete the thesis, he will make a contractual addendum and continue to pay the course fees;
The student must make at least 06 (six) 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. Vivianne de Souza
Principal Professor at the School of Arts, Theology and Ministry
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:
Curricular Components
Theory of Advanced Public and Private International Law – 45h – 3 Credits
Foundations of Human Rights and Advanced Human Dignity – 45h – 3 Credits
Christian Ethics and Social Justice – 45h – 3 Credits
Research Methodology in International Law – 60h – 4 Credits
International Law of Treaties and Conventions – 60h – 4 Credits
International Law and National Sovereignty:
Tensions and Challenges – 45h – 3 Credits
International Mediation and Arbitration with Christian Principles – 45h – 3 Credits
Environmental Governance and International Law – 45h – 3 Credits
Digital Transformation and Innovation in the Religious Sector – 45h – 3 Credits
Advanced Human Rights Research Seminars – 60h – 4 Credits
Total: 495h – 33 Credits
STAGE 2:
Orientation Stage
Research and Development of the Thesis
Dissertation Presentation
Foreign Language Proficiency
Total: 480h – 64 CreditS