Program Overview

Program Details

The University of Coimbra offers a Postdoctoral program in Law, which is a non-degree course with a duration of 2 years and 60 ECTS credits.

General Objectives of the Course

The general objective of the course is to study a specific theme in a legal branch and present a new juridical proposal.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, candidates must have a PhD in Law. Candidates should check the admission requirements available on the university's website, in addition to the information provided here.

Mode of Study

The mode of study for this program is face-to-face.

Teaching/Evaluation Language

The teaching and evaluation language for this program is Portuguese.

Examination Regulations, Assessment, and Grading

The examination regulations, assessment, and grading for this program are qualitative, with the following grades: not approved, approved, approved with distinction, and approved with distinction and laudation.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

The learning objectives of this program are to enable students to carry out research on a legal problem and present new juridical solutions.

Course Coordinator

The course coordinator for this program is Maria João Silva Baila Madeira Antunes.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of prior learning is not applicable for this program.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

The qualification requirements and regulations for this program are governed by Regulation n.º 339/2012, published in Official Gazette no. 152, 2. Grade, August 7th (Regulation of Creation and Operation of non-degree courses at the UC).

Study Programme

The study programme for this course includes the following paths:

• Business Law
• Civil Law
• Civil Procedural Law
• Criminal Law
• Economic Law
• European Union Law
• History of Law
• International Law
• Philosophy of Law
• Public Law

Academic Year

The academic year for this program is available for selection.

Course Type

This program is a non-degree course.

Qualification Awarded

The qualification awarded for this program is a postdoctoral degree in Law.

Duration

The duration of this program is 2 years.

ECTS Credits

The program has 60 ECTS credits.

Calendar

The calendar for this program includes two semesters, with the following start and end dates: 1st Semester:

• Start date: Not specified
• End date: Not specified 2nd Semester:
• Start date: Not specified
• End date: Not specified

Documents

The University of Coimbra provides various documents related to this program, including the program description, admission requirements, and qualification requirements.