Faculty of Canon Law

  • Bachelor's and Master's Degrees available in Arabic and French

Vision

The faculty aims to become a leading Catholic ecclesiastical institution in the field of canon law within the multi-confessional society of the Middle East. This endeavour seeks to provide high-quality education while striving to install the values of ecclesiastical teaching through inculturation and the rooting of Christianity in various local cultures, as well as the incorporation of authentic values in modern society.

Mission

The Faculty of Canon Law at Université La Sagesse is dedicated to redefining the role of canon law in the diverse religious context of the Middle East. It aims to equip both laypeople and clergy with the skills needed to meet the contemporary needs of the Arab world. The faculty fosters a culture of human responsibility and faith, helping to develop individuals rooted in ethical and spiritual values (Salus animarum est suprema lex). In partnership with the Faculty of Eastern Canon Law at the Pontificio Istituto Orientale in Rome, it offers rigorous academic training and promotes interfaith dialogue and integration between canonical and civil legal systems, thereby affirming its commitment to academic excellence and societal service.

Values

The Faculty of Canon Law upholds fundamental values that are integral to its mission:
– The salvation of souls, as an act of faith,
– Equity and justice, principles fervently upheld,
– Integrity, a key value of the faculty, incarnated in all actions and endeavours,
– Profound respect for humanity in all its diversity and tolerance in all circumstances.

Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

Undergraduate Programs

Faculty of Canon Law | Faculté de droit canonique
ProgrammeConcentrationExamen d’entréeCrédits
- En français et arabe
LicenceDroit canonique-154
Master
Diplôme pour avocatsDroit canonique -25
PLOsBachelor in Canon Law
PLO 1

Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and norms of Canon Law.

PLO 2

Analyse and interpret Canon Law texts effectively.

PLO 3

Apply Canonical norms to various practical contexts.

PLO 4

Evaluate the historical and theological contexts of Canon Law.

PLO 5

Articulate legal ideas and arguments clearly and persuasively.

PLOsDiploma in Canon Law for Lawyers
PLO 1

Understanding Canonical Matrimonial Law (Understanding):
Explain the fundamental concepts and rules of canonical matrimonial law, including the conditions for the validity of marriage, separation, dissolution, and nullity.

PLO 2

Mastery of Ecclesiastical Judicial Procedures (Application):
Apply the procedures of ecclesiastical tribunals for resolving disputes, including managing the roles of tribunal officers and conducting trials.

PLO 3

Integration of Canon Law and Civil Law (Analysis):
Analyse conflicts of laws and jurisdictions in matrimonial matters, particularly in multi-jurisdictional and multi-confessional contexts, and propose appropriate solutions.

PLO 4

Competence in Canonical Penal Law (Evaluation):
Evaluate situations involving canonical offenses and determine appropriate sanctions according to the rules of canonical penal law.

PLO 5

Interdisciplinary Knowledge in Psychiatry and Canon Law (Synthesis):
Integrate knowledge of psychiatry to synthesise arguments regarding the capacity for consent and discernment in cases of matrimonial nullity.

PLO 6

Practical Skills in Canonical Legal Practice (Creation):
Develop and implement legal representation strategies in ecclesiastical tribunals, including drafting documents and presenting arguments, while adhering to ethical principles of the profession.

Graduate Programs

Faculty of Canon Law | Faculté de droit canonique
ProgrammeConcentrationExamen d’entréeCrédits
- En français et arabe
LicenceDroit canonique-154
Master
PLOsMaster in Canon Law
PLO 1

Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of specific Canonical laws, such as Matrimonial Law, Religious Law, and Court Practice, by analysing complex cases.

PLO 2

Apply legal knowledge to interpret and resolve practical issues in ecclesiastical courts, particularly in the areas of contentious procedure and judicial practice.

PLO 3

Critically evaluate ethical and legal issues in canonical contexts, integrating bioethical and psychological perspectives into the analysis.

PLO 4

Synthesise complex information from various canonical sources to conduct research and produce coherent and well-documented legal arguments, and communicate these effectively to both specialised and general audiences.

PLO 5

Analyse and resolve conflicts of laws and jurisdictions, particularly in interfaith and international marriages, and adapt legal practices accordingly.

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Faculty of Canon Law

Université La Sagesse
P.O. Box 50501, Furn El Chebbak, Lebanon

Dean
Msgr. Nabih Mouawad, PhD

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