The objective of the doctorate is the broad and deep scientific and cultural formation to carry out original research in the fields of information and communication in health, as well as for teaching in higher education and stricto sensu graduate courses.

The doctorate will last for a minimum of 24 months and a maximum of 48 months. The course content can be offered in the form of classes, seminars, group discussion, practical work, research, or other didactic procedures suitable for each line of research and its respective disciplines.