The third cycle, or Doctorate, is aimed at obtaining the academic degree of doctor.

It consists of an in-depth study of a Bioethics topic and the preparation of a doctoral thesis under the supervision of a professor of the faculty (or another professor upon authorization of the Dean), in which the student makes a personal and original contribution to Bioethics.

Academic objectives

The third cycle degree may be awarded to students who:

• Have acquired a deep knowledge of Bioethics and its research method.
• Have developed the full capacity to use the specialized knowledge acquired to conceive, elaborate and execute original research projects on issues related to Bioethics, which contribute to its scientific progress, in harmony with the Magisterium of the Church.
• Have acquired the necessary competencies for teaching Bioethics at the second cycle university level.

Learn more about the academic program of the Third Cycle for the academic year 2024-2025.