General Objectives

• 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 standards of quality and scientific integrity.
• Produce original research that advances the boundaries of knowledge in Bioethics.
• Enhance research quality by encouraging the dissemination of findings through peer-reviewed publications.
• Disseminate knowledge in academic, scientific, political, and professional contexts, promoting progress and social innovation.
• Equip doctoral students with the skills needed to contribute to public debate and policy development in Bioethics, positively influencing society.

Learning Objectives

• Demonstrate knowledge of Bioethics, from its theoretical foundations to its practical applications.
• Present current international and national bioethical 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 necessary to generate knowledge, plan, and conduct research in Bioethics and ethics within the Life Sciences and Social Sciences.
• Develop a scientific research project, independently and/or as part of a team, gaining practical experience in interpreting, discussing, and communicating research findings to the academic and scientific community.
• Produce a doctoral thesis presenting original findings that demonstrate the ability to conduct high-quality, impactful, and socially relevant research independently.
• Acquire the skills necessary to prepare scientific documents, including articles, reports, dissertations, and theses.