The
program of studies for the 2nd
(Licentiate) and 3rd (Doctoral)
cycle in moral theology at the Alphonsian
Academy is designed to respond to a more
profound understanding of the mystery of
salvation in Christ, and to the universally
experienced need for higher studies. These
studies will be conducted according Catholic
doctrine as held by the Magisterium of the
Church.
Therefore,
it is necessary that the methodology in
moral theology lead toward an exposition,
based on sacred scripture, in a truly scientific
manner, and in the light of the mystery
of Christ, of the greatness of the vocation
of the faithful in Christ and their obligation
to bear fruit in charity for the life of
the world. (Optatam totius, n. 16)
The
specialization in moral theology of the
Alphonsian Academy, as an Institute of higher
research of moral doctrine, comprises two
biennial cycles: one biennium for the 2nd
cycle degree (The Licentiate) and one for
the 3rd cycle degree (The Doctorate).