Master's and Doctorate · United States
Master's and Doctorate in Law, Society, and Christian Ethics
This program analyzes the interactions between religion, legal norms, and social dynamics, developing a critical perspective on religious freedom, secularism, and how belief systems influence legislation and Canon Law.
- Modality
- 100% online
- Workload
- 1,500 hours · 2,500 hours
- Estimated Duration
- 02 to 03 years · 03 to 05 years
- Course Language
- Portuguese / English
Program Overview
This program analyzes the interactions between religion, legal norms, and social dynamics, developing a critical perspective on religious freedom, secularism, and how belief systems influence legislation and Canon Law.
Differences Between Master's and Doctorate
Both programs are conducted in a 100% online modality with high scientific support, adapting perfectly to your academic pace.
Research Lines and Emphases
Program Objectives
General Objective
Examine the impact of religious beliefs on legal systems and social values, developing research on church regulations, constitutional religious freedoms, and public policy conflicts.
Specific Objectives
- Study historical and philosophical foundations of law and belief.
- Analyze international treaties and national laws on religious freedom.
- Investigate jurisprudential case studies on church-state boundaries.
Teaching Methodology
Target Audience
Program & Curricular Matrix
1st Semester — Academic Leveling Module
- •Philosophy of Law and Religion.
- •History of Religious Law.
- •Legal Sociology and Religion.
- •Scientific Methodology.
2nd Semester — Foundations and Research Module
- •Religious Freedom and Human Rights.
- •State, Secularism, and Religion.
- •Canon Law and Religious Norms.
- •Research Seminars I.
3rd Semester — Advanced Studies Module
- •Religion and Public Policies.
- •Mediation and Resolution of Religious Conflicts.
- •Criminal Law and Religion.
- •Research Seminars II.
4th Semester — Qualification and Thesis Development
- •Research Methodology in Law and Religion.
- •Advanced Seminars on Religion and Society.
- •Dissertation/Thesis Guidance.
5th and 6th Semesters — Exclusive for Doctoral Candidates (PhD Thesis)
*Please note: This advanced module of experimental research and thesis writing has a flexible average duration of 1 to 2 semesters.*
- •Advanced Topics I.
- •Advanced Topics II.
- •Advanced Topics III.
- •Advanced Topics IV.
- •Thesis Guidance and Development.
Accreditation and Validity
Degrees are awarded internationally by UniChristian in the US. The institution provides academic transcripts and detailed credits for students.
Learn more about validityStart Your Selection and Research Process
To enter the Stricto Sensu Master's and Doctoral programs of UniChristian, you must submit your academic transcript, updated resume, and a preliminary research proposal (pre-project). Our academic committee will provide support for pairing with PhD advisors.