MASTER OF ARTS IN INTERNACIONAL LAW AND HUMAN RIGHTS WITH EMPHASIS ON CHRISTIAN ETHICS
PRESENTATION
The Master’s Degree 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:
Master of Arts in International Law and Human Rights with an Emphasis on Christian Ethics
OBJECTIVES:
The Master’s Degree 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:
- Professionals, academics, and individuals passionate about international law, global justice, and human rights.
- For those seeking to integrate Christian ethical perspectives into their careers, whether in diplomacy, advocacy, humanitarian work.
- Human Rights Advocates.
Research Lines:
Line 1 – International Law and Protection of Human Rights from a Christian Perspective
Objective: To analyze the international mechanisms for the protection of Human Rights and their relationship with the principles of human dignity and social justice in the Christian tradition.
Line 2 – Social Justice, Sustainability and Development in International Law
Objective: To investigate the intersection between Law, sustainable development and social justice, considering contemporary ethical and legal challenges from a Christian perspective.
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 24 months. Being:
1. Stage 1 – course subjects;
2. 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. 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 Public and Private International Law – 45h – 3 Credits
Foundations of Human Rights and Human Dignity – 45h – 3 Credits
Christian Ethics and Social Justice – 45h – 3 Credits
Scientific Research Methodology – 45h – 3 Credits
International Law of Treaties and International Organizations – 45h – 3 Credits
Global System for the Protection of Human Rights – 60h – 4 Credits
Law and Development: Christian Perspective of Social Justice – 45h – 3 Credits
Human Rights and Sustainability: Contemporary Challenges – 45h – 3 Credits
Digital Transformation and Innovation in the Religious Sector – 45h – 3 Credits
Advanced Seminars on Human Rights and Christian Ethics – 60h – 4 Credits
Total: 480h – 32 Credits
STAGE 2:
Orientation Stage
Dissertation Research and Development
Dissertation Presentation
Foreign Language Proficiency
Total: 480h – 64 Credits