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Licentiate in Canon Law

Description

Program Overview

The Licentiate in Canon Law degree (JCL) is an ecclesiastical program governed by the Apostolic Constitution Veritatis Gaudium and other norms of the Holy See. The program consists of 75 course credits, covering the fundamental principles and specific canons of the Code of Canon Law of the Catholic Church.

Throughout the program of studies, emphasis is placed upon the practical application of law. Students are required to do a major research project accomplished in the research seminar under the guidance of a professor of the Faculty of Canon Law.

The JCL degree enables clergy, religious, and lay persons to hold a variety of roles in tribunals and diocesan curias. It also prepares them to serve as key leaders and advisors in dioceses, religious institutes, societies of apostolic life, and various Catholic organizations.

The JCL is always pursued concurrently with the Master in Canon Law.

Admission Details

Program length: 6 terms (2 years, full-time); 12 terms (4 years, part-time).

Program delivery method: On campus and online.

Language: This program is also available in French.

Admission
  • An applicant must have a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent with at least a B (70%) average, and a minimum of two years of study in philosophy and theology, either at the undergraduate or graduate level, which should include the study of philosophical anthropology, metaphysics, ethics, Sacred Scripture, fundamental theology, Trinitarian theology, Christology, grace, ecclesiology, sacramental theology (general and particular), moral theology (general and particular), and an introduction to canon law. They also need to have an adequate knowledge of Latin. An applicant who lacks sufficient preparation in philosophy and theology or Latin may be admitted provisionally, but must complete the prerequisites, under the direction of the Dean, before final acceptance into the program.
  • One (1) letter of recommendation by a person who knows the applicant and can attest to the applicant’s capacity to pursue graduate study. In addition, a letter of permission from the applicant’s bishop (for secular clergy) or superior (for members of institutes of consecrated life or societies of apostolic life).
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • Excellent knowledge of English or French and, for DCA 6921 Canonical Latin, a passive knowledge of the other language.

Program Requirements

Compulsory Courses (66 units)

DCA5103      Universal and Supra Diocesan Church Structures (3u)
DCA5127      Particular Churches (3u)
DCA5128      Sanctifying Office (3u)
DCA5129      General Norms (3u)
DCA5130      Matrimonial Law (3u)
DCA5131      Christian Faithful (3u)
DCA5132      Administrative Institutes (3u)
DCA5133      Procedures I (3u)
DCA5134      Eastern Canon Law (3u)
DCA5135      Matrimonial Jurisprudence (3u)
DCA5136      Introduction to Canon Law (3u)
DCA5137      Teaching Office (1.5u)
DCA5138      Special Matrimonial Cases and Procedures (1.5u)
DCA5203      Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life (3u)
DCA6112      Administrative Procedures (3u)
DCA6113      Temporal Goods (3u)
DCA6114      Procedures II (3u)
DCA6115      Penal Law (3u)
DCA6116      Foundations of Canon Law (3u)
DCA6117      Institutes of Law (3u)
DCA6321      Seminar on Tribunal Practice (3u)
DCA6394      Research Seminar – Preparation (0u)
DCA6395      Research Seminar (3u)
DCA6921      Canonical Latin / Latin canonique (3u)

Optional Courses (9 units)

9 units from:
 
DCA5139      Canon Law on Safeguarding Minors and Vulnerable Persons (3u)
DCA5304      Comparative Particular Law (3u)
DCA5396      Directed Studies I (3u)
DCA5397      Directed Studies II (3u)
DCA5398      Directed Studies III (3u)
DCA6301      Special Problems in Canon Law I (3u)
DCA6302      Special Problems in Canon Law II (3u)
DCA6315      Liturgical Law Outside the Code (3u)
DCA6316      The Laity and the Power of Governance in the Church (3u)
DCA6363      Special Problems in Canon Law III (1.5u)
DCA6364      Special Problems in Canon Law IV (1.5u)
DCA6365      Special Problems in Canon Law V (1.5u)
DCA6366      Special Problems in Canon Law VI (1.5u)
DCA6367      Special Problems in Canon Law VII (1.5u)
DCA6396      Selected Topics in Canon Law I (3u)
DCA6397      Selected Topics in Canon Law II (3u)
DCA6398      Selected Topics in Canon Law III (3u)
DCA6922      Field Practicum / Stage en milieu de travail (3u)
DCA6961      Study Visit to the Roman Curia / Voyage de formation à la curie romaine (1.5u)
DCA6962      Special Issues in Consecrated Life / Questions spéciales relatives à la vie consacrée (1.5u)
HTP5101      Victims of Sexual Abuse in Society and the Church (3u)
HTP5102      Perpetrators of Sexual Violence in Various Contexts and Prevention (3u)
HTP5103      Special Topics in Safeguarding Minors and Vulnerable Persons (3u)

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Overview

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  • Institution: Saint-Paul University
  • Program type: Certificat post-diplôme
  • Language: English
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  • Delivery Method: Apprentissage mixte/hybride

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