PhD Degree in
Criminal Law and Criminal Sciences
Degree to be obtained
PhD in Criminal Law and Criminal Sciences
Academic degree
PhD Degree
Duration
2 years
Modality
Virtual
Schedule:
Daily Afternoon
Career description

The Doctorate in Criminal Law and Criminal Sciences, prioritizes research, and has the particularity that it is oriented to people who directly or indirectly work or play roles as criminal justice operators in any of its dimensions.

Additionally, the Doctorate can be taught away from the central campus and located at the headquarters of the Judicial Branch, the Public Prosecutor's Office or any other entity of the criminal justice system as approved by the Board of Directors of the UMG.

It covers four main areas: criminal sciences, criminalistic sciences, fundamental sciences and research.

What will you learn during the program?

The Doctoral Program in Criminal Law and Criminal Sciences is distinguished by its commitment to the comprehensive training of professionals, researchers, technicians and teachers of academic excellence. The program is oriented towards meeting the needs and demands of society, cultivating individuals who are scientifically competent, ethically responsible and socially open to progressive change.

Throughout this doctoral program, participants will be immersed in a learning environment that holistically integrates teaching, research and community service. The primary objective is to develop skills that enable students not only to acquire advanced knowledge in criminal law and criminal science, but also to apply this knowledge effectively in service to society.

The academic approach is based on standards of excellence, guaranteeing a rigorous training process that promotes critical reflection, cutting-edge research and the practical application of the knowledge acquired. Participants not only become experts in their field, but are also prepared to assume roles of leadership and ethical responsibility in the legal and social sphere.

The program is oriented towards a progressive vision, recognizing the importance of adapting to social and legal changes. Participants will learn to analyze and face emerging challenges in the field of Criminal Law and Criminal Sciences, thus contributing to the advancement of society through the responsible application of science, technology and culture.

AdmissionProfile

Professionals with a Master's degree in Law or in sciences related to the doctorate.


Graduate'sProfile

1. Possesses the ability to conduct research and make original contributions in criminal law and criminal sciences, both theoretically and practically.

2. Analyzes scientifically and methodologically criminal issues.

3. Exposes, explains and increases the knowledge related to criminal matters, in the teaching field.

4. Proposes, carries out and evaluates research projects in the penal branch.

5. Analyzes in a prospective way the criminal problems, especially those related to criminal justice.

6. Proposes innovative solutions, based on research in criminal sciences.

7. Directs research projects and proposes options for the solution of problems that occur in criminal justice.

8. Publishes research results in the field of criminal law.

Career Opportunities

-Independent professional practice

- Specialized consultancy

-Specialized consulting

-University teaching at postgraduate level

-Area of criminal sciences,

-Criminal or forensic sciences area.

-Public or private entity positions

- Holding a judicial position in Guatemala or at an international level.

Curriculum

Ciclo ESCENA DEL DELITO ENFOQUE CRIMINALÍSTICO SOCIOLOGÍA DEL DERECHO PENAL (CTRL SOC, DELIN, DESV Y VICT) TEORÍA DEL DERECHO, HERMENÉTICA Y ARGUMENTACIÓN JURÍDICOS
Ciclo CIENCIAS FORENSES DERECHO PROBATORIO I: TEORÍA DE LA PRUEBA Y MANEJO DE LA EVI TEORÍAS DEL DELITO Y SISTEMAS PENALES COMPARADOS
Ciclo DELITO PROCESO PENAL Y JURISPRUDENCIA ANALÍTICA DERECHO PROBATORIO II: INTERROGATORIO Y CONTRAINTERROGATORIO EVIDENCIA DEMOSTRATIVA Y EVIDENCIA DIGITAL
Ciclo DERECHO PENAL INTERNACIONAL Y CONTROL DE CONVENCIONALIDAD NUEVA CRIMINALIDAD: DELITOS AMBIENTALES, CORRUPCIÓN, DELITOS TEORÍA DE CASO: DEFENSA, ACUSACIÓN Y ELABORACIÓN, ANAL Y CRI
* This curriculum is for informational purposes only, if you need an official curriculum please request it at the faculty office, career direction office, or University Center office.
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