Study from anywhere in the world at your own pace.
Each course comes with outline and PDF books for easy understanding.
Ministry practicum and hands-on projects included in the program.
Develop research and writing skills through academic projects.
Prepare for local and global ministry with a Kingdom focus.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Bachelor of Humanitarian Studies (B.HS) is an undergraduate program designed to prepare students for compassionate service, humanitarian leadership, and community development in diverse cultural and social contexts. The program integrates humanitarian principles, social justice, disaster response, community development, ethics, and leadership with practical field experience. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to address human suffering, promote human dignity, and contribute to sustainable social transformation through humanitarian and community-based initiatives.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Humanitarian Ethics Understanding
- Community Development Skills
- Disaster Response Management
- Social Justice Advocacy
- Leadership Communication Skills
- Compassionate Service Practice
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BHS 101 |
Introduction to Humanitarian Aid |
3 |
|
BHS 102 |
Principles of Social Justice |
3 |
|
BHS 103 |
Communication Skills for Aid Workers |
3 |
|
BHS 104 |
Leadership & Administration in NGOs |
3 |
|
BHS 105 |
Foundations of Development Studies |
3 |
|
BHS 106 |
Human Rights and Human Dignity |
2 |
Semester 2 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BHS 107 |
Disaster Management & Relief Operations |
3 |
|
BHS 108 |
Global Health and Nutrition |
3 |
|
BHS 109 |
Project Planning and Evaluation |
3 |
|
BHS 110 |
Community Mobilization & Empowerment |
3 |
|
BHS 111 |
Conflict Resolution & Peacebuilding |
2 |
|
BHS 112 |
History of Humanitarian Interventions |
3 |
Semester 3 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BHS 201 |
Refugee and Migration Studies |
3 |
|
BHS 202 |
International Humanitarian Law |
3 |
|
BHS 203 |
Humanitarian Logistics & Supply Chain |
3 |
|
BHS 204 |
Research Methods in Humanitarian Studies
|
3 |
|
BHS 205 |
Public Policy & Governance |
3 |
|
BHS 206 |
Environmental Sustainability & Climate Change |
2 |
Semester 4 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BHS 207 |
Humanitarian Ethics |
3 |
|
BHS 208 |
Global Development Theories |
3 |
|
BHS 209 |
International Organizations & NGOs |
3 |
|
BHS 210 |
Psychology of Trauma and Recovery |
2 |
|
BHS 211 |
Economics of Poverty & Development |
3 |
|
BHS 212 |
Elective I (Gender Studies / Child Protection) |
3 |
Semester 5 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BHS 301 |
Humanitarian Policy & Advocacy |
3 |
|
BHS 302 |
Monitoring & Evaluation of Aid Projects |
3 |
|
BHS 303 |
Emergency Field Operations |
3 |
|
BHS 304 |
Faith-Based Humanitarian Work |
3 |
|
BHS 305 |
Leadership in Crisis Situations |
2 |
|
BHS 306 |
Elective II (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene / Education in Emergencies) |
3 |
Semester 6 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BHS 307 |
Humanitarian Negotiations & Diplomacy |
3 |
|
BHS 308 |
International Development Agencies |
3 |
|
BHS 309 |
Psychosocial Support in Emergencies |
3 |
|
BHS 310 |
Aid Accountability & Transparency |
2 |
|
BHS 311 |
Cross-Cultural Communication |
3 |
|
BHS 312 |
Elective III (Technology in Humanitarian Work / Food Security) |
3 |
Semester 7 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BHS 401 |
Humanitarian Innovation & Future Trends |
3 |
|
BHS 402 |
Risk Management in Aid Work |
2 |
|
BHS 403 |
Ethics of War and Peace |
3 |
|
BHS 404 |
Advocacy & Policy Influence |
3 |
|
BHS 405 |
Research & Academic Writing |
3 |
|
BHS 406 |
Elective IV (Social Entrepreneurship / Faith & Development) |
3 |
Semester 8 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BHS 407 |
Humanitarian Leadership & Governance |
3 |
|
BHS 408 |
Capstone Thesis / Research Project |
3 |
|
BHS 409 |
Global Humanitarian Challenges |
3 |
|
BHS 410 |
Elective V (Intercultural & Interfaith Dialogue / Minority Rights) |
4 |
|
BHS 411 |
Elective VI (Community Resilience / Environmental Stewardship) |
4 |
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Program Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Total Credit Hours: 136
Delivery Mode: Coursework + Research + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System: Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin: 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction: English Medium
Department: Missiological Studies
Faculty: Humanitarian and Development Studies
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Diploma in Humanitarian Studies, or an equivalent qualification from an approved institution.
Program Fees
Per Semester
USD $800
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 136 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination
- Completion and defense of a Bachelor’s thesis / major research project (15,000–20,000 words).
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Demonstrated practical humanitarian project, such as:
o A community development or poverty alleviation initiative.
o A disaster response and recovery project.
o A refugee assistance or child protection program.
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Humanitarian Worker
- Community Development Officer
- Relief Coordinator
- NGO Program Officer
- Social Service Leader
- Humanitarian Educator
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