Document type: diploma announcement published by the Lille Faculty of Theology
Author: Lille Faculty of Theology
Summary: A multidisciplinary diploma that is the only one of its kind in the Hauts de France region is available in the field of animal studies. It offers compelmentary approaches from the fields of philosophy, biology, law and religious science, with the aim of bringing together as many different perspectives on animals as possible. The definition and place of animals are crucial questions in the fields of biology, law, philosophy and religious studies. All the more so as they are intrinsically linked to the question of the definition and place of human beings. What constitutes a human or an animal, respectively? What are the consequences of opting for a particular definition of one in relation to the other? Is it possible for us to reflect on the animal without reference to humanity? For that matter, should we speak of 'the animal' or of animals? Would it be better to talk about non-human animals? The various movements and debates currently active in the public arena demonstrate the urgency of these questions. In France, as elsewhere in the world, there has been growing societal concern over the tway we treat animals for several years now. Our society is undergoing a process of reflection and cultural transition with regard to the way it uses animals, and considerations on the animal condition are booming! Many people are opting for a vegetarian or vegan diet, while different movements are campaigning for improved animal welfare and even the complete abolition of all forms of animal use. At the same time, the development of animal studies is making ever greater progress in various fields of research. Against this backdrop, the education and training of people committed to the protection and respect of animals has become a major issue. Science, law, philosophy and religion all have a role to play in this cultural transition in our relationship with animals. These are the objectives of this University Diploma (DU), through a resolutely pluri- and interdisciplinary approach.
Deadline for applications: September 25, 2025
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