Bachelor of Environmental Stewardship

BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL
STEWARDSHIP STUDIES (B.ESS)

Stewarding God’s Creation for Future Generations

FLEXIBLE LEARNING

Study from anywhere in the world at your own pace.

LEARNING MATERIALS

Each course comes with outline and PDF books for easy understanding.

PRACTICAL MINISTRY

Ministry practicum and hands-on projects included in the program.

RESEARCH FOCUS

Develop research and writing skills through academic projects.

GLOBAL IMPACT

Prepare for local and global ministry with a Kingdom focus.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Bachelor of Environmental Stewardship (B.ES) is a comprehensive undergraduate degree designed to prepare students to become responsible stewards of God's creation through biblical principles, scientific knowledge, and sustainable environmental practices. The program integrates environmental science, conservation, natural resource management, climate awareness, and community engagement with a Christian worldview. Students develop the knowledge, leadership, and practical skills needed to address environmental challenges while promoting sustainable development, creation care, and ethical stewardship in local and global communities. LEARNING OUTCOMES

LEARNING OUTCOMES

COURSE STRUCTURE

Semester 1 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BES 101	Introduction to Environmental Stewardship	3
BES 102	Principles of Ecology	3
BES 103	Environmental Ethics	3
BES 104	Communication & Leadership Skills	3
BES 105	Foundations of Environmental Education	3
BES 106	Computer Applications in Research	2

Semester 2 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BES 107	Environmental Biology	3
BES 108	Principles of Sustainable Development	3
BES 109	Environmental Sociology	3
BES 110	Community Engagement for Sustainability	3
BES 111	Environmental History & Policy	2
BES 112	Fieldwork I (Community/Local Ecosystem Study)	3

Semester 3 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BES 201	Environmental Chemistry	3
BES 202	Natural Resource Management	3
BES 203	Environmental Theology (Faith & Creation Care)	3
BES 204	Statistics & Research Methods	3
BES 205	Environmental Communication & Advocacy	3
BES 206	Social and Community Development	2

Semester 4 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BES 207	Climate Change & Global Warming	3
BES 208	Environmental Laws & Governance	3
BES 209	Biodiversity & Conservation	3
BES 210	Environmental Economics	2
BES 211	Renewable Energy Systems	3
BES 212	Elective I (Water Resource Management / Waste Management)	3

Semester 5 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BES 301	Land Use & Agriculture	3
BES 302	Forest & Wildlife Management	3
BES 303	Environmental Health & Safety	3
BES 304	Sustainable Urban Development	3
BES 305	Environmental Leadership & Advocacy	2
BES 306	Elective II (Community Outreach / Eco-Education)	3

Semester 6 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BES 307	Marine & Freshwater Ecosystems	3
BES 308	Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)	3
BES 309	Environmental Psychology	3
BES 310	Soil & Agriculture Sustainability	2
BES 311	GIS & Remote Sensing for Environment	3
BES 312	Elective III (Environmental Justice / Advocacy Movements)	3

Semester 7 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BES 401	Global Environmental Issues & Policy	3
BES 402	Disaster Risk Reduction & Management	2
BES 403	Environmental Philosophy & Worldviews	3
BES 404	Green Technologies & Innovation	3
BES 405	Advanced Research & Writing Methods	3
BES 406	Elective IV (Faith-Based Environmental Missions / Intercultural Sustainability)	3

Semester 8 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BES 407	Contemporary Environmental Debates	3
BES 408	Capstone Thesis / Research Project	3
BES 409	Environmental Policy & Governance in Developing Nations	3
BES 410	Elective V (Gender & Environment / Global Food Security)	4
BES 411	Elective VI (Environmental Stewardship & Theology / Sustainable Livelihoods)	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: Environmental Stewardship

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Applicant must hold a Diploma of Environmental Stewardship (or equivalent) 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).
Demonstrated practical stewardship impact project, such as:
o A sustainable community development plan (e.g., eco-village model).
o A conservation or renewable energy initiative.
o A community-based awareness or advocacy campaign on environmental

CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

Prepare for Leadership, Service, and Global Impact

Our bachelor's degree programs provide comprehensive academic training, practical ministry development, and research-based learning to equip students for effective leadership and lifelong service in their chosen fields.

Bachelor of Environmental Stewardship