Facultad de Derecho, Ciencias Políticas y Sociales UNAL

What Facultad de Derecho, Ciencias Políticas y Sociales UNAL does

Facultad de Derecho, Ciencias Políticas y Sociales (FDCPS) is a constituent academic faculty of the Universidad Nacional de Colombia (UNAL), a public national university headquartered in Bogotá. Founded in 1867 and operating since 1869, FDCPS is one of the oldest and most established institutions for legal and political-science education in Colombia, ranked first nationally in the Saber Pro 2024 professional competency examinations and identified among the country's top three law schools. The Faculty serves undergraduate students in Derecho (Law) and Ciencia Política (Political Science), graduate cohorts across specializations, master's programs (including a Master's in Public Policies), and doctoral candidates in Law and Political Studies / International Relations.

Its core product portfolio combines degree programs with two statutory service units: the Consultorio Jurídico "Jaime Pardo Leal," a free legal-assistance clinic that trains law students under the supervisory framework of Law 2113 of 2021, and the Centro de Conciliación "Jaime Pardo Leal," a Ministry of Justice-authorized mediation and conciliation center operating under Law 2220 of 2022. Supporting offerings include the Open Access Digital Library, the Revista Ciencia Política journal (continuous publication for 20 years through 2026), the Programa de Acompañamiento Académico for student tutoring, the Dirección de Bienestar for welfare services, and the Centro de Extensión y Educación Continua for continuing professional education.

The business model is anchored on two revenue streams identified in the source data: a recurring public university budget allocation through Colombia's national university funding system, and fee-based extension and continuing-education services (courses, diplomas, specialized training) delivered through the extension center. Tuition is government-regulated via the ICFES admission score and family-income-based system; the Faculty does not publicly disclose revenue or budget figures. Underlying technology is administrative rather than AI-driven, centered on the SIA / DNINFOA academic information systems, virtual learning platforms, and the Radio UNAL multimedia channel. Go-to-market is event-driven, relying on the SNU-ICFES national admissions funnel, academic reputation, education fairs, and community engagement through the legal clinic and conciliation center, rather than outbound sales.

Name

Facultad de Derecho, Ciencias Políticas y Sociales UNAL

Legal name

Facultad de Derecho, Ciencias Políticas y Sociales - Universidad Nacional de Colombia

Website

https://derecho.bogota.unal.edu.co

Company type

Public

Founded year

1867

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Facultad de Derecho, Ciencias Políticas y Sociales UNAL is the law and political science faculty of Colombia's national public university in Bogotá, founded 1867, offering undergraduate and graduate programs alongside a free legal clinic and Ministry-authorized conciliation center.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education (Legal and Political Sciences)

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Educational Support Services (6117), All Other Legal Services (541199), Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities (541720)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Legal Services (8111)

akta.pro primary industry

Law & Legal Studies Research Universities (EDAHABAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Law School Continuing Legal Education (CLE) & Executive Programs (EDAHAIAH), Specialty Law Schools (e.g., Tax, IP, International, Trial Advocacy) (EDAHAIAF), Public Defense & Legal Aid Services (BPAIAFAC), Law & Legal Studies Scholarly Publishing (EDAGAFAG)

Keywords

• Legal education programs
• Law degree programs
• Political science education
• Graduate legal studies
• Public law school

Headquarters

HQ city

Bogotá

HQ country

Colombia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Public University Budget: Funded through Colombia's national university budget as part of Universidad Nacional de Colombia, a public higher education institution.
2. Extension and Continuing Education Services: Revenue from extension courses, continuing education programs, diplomas, and specialized training for professionals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Faculty of Law, Political and Social Sciences of Universidad Nacional de Colombia offers undergraduate and graduate academic programs in Law (Derecho) and Political Science (Ciencia Política), including specializations, master's degrees (Public Policy), and a Doctorate in Law. Complementary offerings include two authorized service units — the Consultorio Jurídico "Jaime Pardo Leal" (free legal assistance under Law 2113/2021) and Centro de Conciliación "Jaime Pardo Leal" (Ministry of Justice-authorized conciliation under Law 2220/2022) — that provide practical training while serving the community. Additional offerings include an open-access digital library, the Revista Ciencia Política academic journal, student welfare and academic support services, and continuing education/extension programs.

Product overview

The Faculty of Law, Political and Social Sciences of the National University of Colombia (UNAL) is an academic institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of educational programs and community services. Its academic offerings include undergraduate degrees in Law (Derecho) and Political Science (Ciencia Política), as well as graduate programs spanning specializations, master's degrees (including the Master's in Public Policies), and a Doctoral program in Law. The faculty complements classroom instruction with two flagship service units: the Consultorio Jurídico "Jaime Pardo Leal" providing free legal aid, and the Centro de Conciliación "Jaime Pardo Leal" providing court-authorized mediation—both serving as practical training venues for students. Additional offerings include the open-access digital library (Biblioteca Digital de Acceso Abierto), the political science journal (Revista Ciencia Política) celebrating 20 years of publication, student tutoring and welfare services (Programa de Acompañamiento Académico and Dirección de Bienestar), and the Centro de Extensión y Educación Continua for extension programs and continuing professional education.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Consultorio Jurídico "Jaime Pardo Leal": Free legal assistance clinic that trains Law students through free legal services in accordance with Law 2113 of 2021.
• Centro de Conciliación "Jaime Pardo Leal"

Products and services

• Pregrado en Derecho (Undergraduate Law Program) Undergraduate degree program in Law providing comprehensive legal education to students admitted through the ICFES national examination, focused on training jurists committed to Colombian and Latin American legal development.
• Pregrado en Ciencia Política (Undergraduate Political Science Program) Undergraduate degree program in Political Science forming analysts and leaders for public policy, political studies, and governance.
• Posgrados en Derecho (Graduate Law Programs) Graduate programs in Law including specializations and master's degrees across multiple legal domains for professionals seeking advanced legal specialization.
• Maestría en Políticas Públicas (Master's in Public Policy) Master's degree program in Public Policy training professionals in the analysis, design, and evaluation of public policies.
• Doctorado en Derecho (Doctorate in Law) Doctoral program in Law dedicated to advanced legal research and academic excellence for candidates pursuing academic or senior research careers.
• Consultorio Jurídico Jaime Pardo Leal (Legal Clinic) Free legal assistance service operating under Law 2113 of 2021 that trains law students through supervised legal practice while providing pro bono legal services to community members in Civil, Family, Labor, and Criminal Law.
• Centro de Conciliación Jaime Pardo Leal (Conciliation Center) Mediation and conciliation center authorized by the Ministry of Justice operating under Law 2220 of 2022, affiliated with the Consultorio Jurídico, providing alternative dispute resolution services to the community.
• Biblioteca Digital de Acceso Abierto (Open Access Digital Library) Open-access digital library providing academic publications, research outputs, and scholarly resources to the university community and the public.
• Revista Ciencia Política (Political Science Journal)

Quantifiable outcome

• First place ranking in Saber Pro 2024 among Colombian universities
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Consejo Británico (British Council)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026English language training partnership offering courses for FDCPS faculty members. 5 spots available, 3 faculty members enrolled in 2026.
• Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost institution for the 2026 SUI IURIS Annual Meeting of Ibero-American Law Schools and Faculties. FDCPS Decano Andrés Abel Rodríguez Villabona represented UNAL at this regional academic assembly.
• SUI IURIS - Asociación Iberoamericana de Facultades y Escuelas de DerechocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational association of Ibero-American law schools. FDCPS actively participates in annual meetings and assemblies, contributing to regional legal education development.
• XIX Competencia Internacional de Arbitraje Comercial - Santiago de Chile 2026coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational commercial arbitration competition. FDCPS selects and trains 12 students to represent Universidad Nacional de Colombia in Santiago de Chile.
• Tribunal de Justicia de la Comunidad Andina (TJCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizer of the Latin American Moot Court on Intellectual Property Law 2026, together with ASIPI and International Trademark Association.
• Asociación Interamericana de la Propiedad Intelectual (ASIPI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizer of the Latin American Moot Court on Intellectual Property Law 2026 with TJCA and INTA.
• International Trademark Association (INTA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizer of the Latin American Moot Court on Intellectual Property Law 2026, bringing global IP expertise to Latin American law students.
• Competencia Moot Court Nacional de Derecho de Seguros Hernán Fabio López 2026minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational insurance law moot court competition. FDCPS selects 2 students to represent UNAL in this national competition.
• Concurso Nacional de Debate en Derecho de Marcas Germán Cavelier 2026minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational trademark law debate competition organized by Germán Cavelier. FDCPS selects team of up to 10 students with 2 final representatives.
• Ministerio de Justicia y del DerechocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment ministry that authorizes and regulates the Centro de Conciliación under Law 2220 of 2022. Provides oversight for legal clinic operations under Law 2113 of 2021.
• Supersociedades (Superintendencia de Sociedades)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate arbitration course collaboration. Jointly organized course on corporate arbitration with 18 virtual sessions plus 1 in-person session.
• Ministerio del InteriorminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment ministry where FDCPS alumni hold key positions. Graduate Dra. Jomary Ortegón Osorio appointed as Director of Human Rights.
• Ministerio de JusticiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborates on food school policy and transition to licit economies research, along with the PAE program.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Universidad Sergio Arboleda: Private Colombian university with a Faculty of Law offering undergraduate and graduate programs. Targets a similar student segment in Bogotá and competes for ICFES-ranked candidates.
• Universidad del Rosario: Historic Bogotá private university with one of the country's oldest law schools. Competes with FDCPS in undergraduate and graduate legal education, particularly in labor, commercial, and procedural law.
• Universidad de Antioquia: Leading Colombian public university with a respected Faculty of Law and Political Science. Peer-of-peer institution for a public, research-intensive regional law school in Colombia and a likely competitor for top departmental students.
• Universidad de los Andes (Colombia): Colombia's leading private research university with a top-ranked Faculty of Law. Directly competes with FDCPS for top ICFES-scoring students and offers overlapping law and political science programs at premium price points.
• Pontificia Universidad Javeriana: Top-tier private Colombian university with a prominent Faculty of Law and Political Science. Competes directly with FDCPS for elite students and shares Jesuit/UNAL–adjacent positioning in legal education and social-impact training.
• Universidad Externado de Colombia: Bogotá-based private university historically specialized in law, political science, and public administration. Closely comparable to FDCPS in academic focus, target student base, and tradition of training jurists and public officials.

Broad incumbents

• Stanford Law School: Elite US law school with strong tech-and-policy focus and significant endowment. Comparable as a leading research-and-practitioner law school with an emphasis on cross-disciplinary and international legal education.
• Harvard Law School: Global benchmark for legal education with broad JD, LLM, and research programs. Comparable as a high-prestige law school with strong international moot court, journal, and policy advisory activity, though at vastly different scale and funding model.

Regional players

• Universidad de Buenos Aires - Facultad de Derecho: Argentina's flagship public law school, the most established in the Southern Cone. Comparable in mission and scale as a public, tuition-free law school with strong research and extension obligations.
• Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) - Facultad de Derecho: Latin America's largest public university law school with a similarly broad undergraduate and graduate portfolio. Functionally analogous as a public, research-intensive law school in the region, though operating in a different national market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/fdcps_unal
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCAz6Pn9ri8W8-jA6LJDsVAQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/derechoycienciapoliticaunal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fdcps-unal
• Instagraminstagram.com/fdcps_unal/?hl=en

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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