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 sentencias

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Abstract: This research addresses the "Academic preferences of law students and their connection to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)," in particular, SDG 16, which addresses the promotion of peace and justice, as well as the strengthening of institutions. Its comprehensive purpose is to determine which factors influence the academic preferences of students at the Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja (UTPL) in relation to the law specialization they intend to pursue in the future. The focus was on criminal law in relation to Ruling No. 1009-21-EP/23 of the Constitutional Court of Ecuador. This decision addresses an extraordinary action for protection in a case of embezzlement in which serious violations of the principle of congruence and the rights of defense were reported. These principles are considered essential for a judicial system that integrates elements of justice and equity. This study particularly highlights the importance of case and ruling analysis in vocational training for students' decisions and their interest in areas of law that contribute to achieving SDG 16, access to justice, and institutional strengthening in equality and transparency.