The general objectives are:

• Develop a systematic understanding of Bioethics, enabling in-depth reflection on complex ethical issues.
• Promote specific research skills and methodologies, equipping doctoral students to conduct rigorous and innovative research.
• Foster creativity, innovation and the development of impactful research, while upholding high standards of quality and scientific integrity.
• Produce original research that advances the frontiers of knowledge in Bioethics.
• Enhance research quality by encouraging the dissemination of findings through peer-reviewed publications.
• Disseminate knowledge across academic, scientific, political and professional contexts, driving progress and social innovation.
• Equip doctoral students with the skills to contribute to public debate and policymaking in Bioethics, positively influencing society.

The learning objectives are:

• Demonstrate knowledge of key topics in Bioethics, from theoretical foundations to practical applications.
• Present contemporary international and national issues, as well as specific case studies, in a systematic and rigorous manner, supported by sound bioethical reasoning and argumentation.
• Acquire, develop and consolidate the skills required to generate knowledge and to plan and conduct research in Bioethics, the ethics of life sciences and Social Sciences.
• Develop a scientific research project, independently and/or collaboratively, gaining experience in interpreting, discussing and communicating research findings to the academic and scientific communities.
• Produce a doctoral thesis presenting original findings that demonstrate the ability to conduct independent, high-quality research with significant impact and social value.
• Acquire the skills necessary to prepare scientific documents, including articles, reports, dissertations and theses.