Preferencias académicas de los estudiantes de la carrera de derecho y su vinculación con los objetivos de desarrollo sostenible (ODS) a través del estudio de sentencia

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Abstract: This research analyzes the academic preferences of law students at the Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja (UTPL) and their connection with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through the study of court rulings. The aim is to identify the factors that influence their academic choices and evaluate how these contribute to solving global legal problems. A mixed methodology was used, combining documentary analysis of rulings such as Constitutional Court ruling No. 2936-18-EP/21, a literature review, and techniques such as case study and indexing, using specialized databases (Lexis Finder, CEP) and UTPL virtual resources. The results showed that, although the skills acquired in subjects such as Constitutional Law are essential for addressing challenges linked to SDGs 3 (health) and 16 (justice), it is necessary to strengthen educational practices and public policies to ensure their effective application in contexts of vulnerability. The research concludes that integrating critical jurisprudence analysis with the SDGs fosters legal education aligned with social justice, highlighting the need for institutional reforms and greater intersectoral coordination.