Bachelor of Justice and Advocacy

BACHELOR OF
JUSTICE AND ADVOCACY STUDIES (B.JAS)

Equipping Advocates for Justice, Truth, and Compassion

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 Justice and Advocacy Studies (B.JAS) is a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to prepare students to promote justice, defend human dignity, and advocate for individuals and communities in need. The program integrates principles of justice, ethics, human rights, public policy, advocacy, and servant leadership to equip students for meaningful service in society. Through interdisciplinary study, students develop critical thinking, ethical decision-making, communication skills, and practical advocacy strategies. The program prepares graduates to engage effectively in social justice initiatives, community development, legal advocacy support, humanitarian work, and faith-based service, enabling them to become compassionate leaders and agents of positive change.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

COURSE STRUCTURE

Semester 1 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BJA 101	Introduction to Justice Studies	3
BJA 102	Foundations of Human Rights	3
BJA 103	Introduction to Political Science	3
BJA 104	Leadership & Social Change	3
BJA 105	Foundations of Advocacy	3
BJA 106	Academic Writing & Communication	2

Semester 2 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BJA 107	History of Justice & Legal Systems	3
BJA 108	Social Movements & Civil Resistance	3
BJA 109	Mediation & Conflict Resolution	3
BJA 110	Psychology of Oppression & Liberation	3
BJA 111	Civic Engagement & Citizenship	2
BJA 112	Comparative Legal Traditions	3

Semester 3 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BJA 201	International Human Rights Law	3
BJA 202	Advocacy Skills & Campaigning	3
BJA 203	Ethics in Justice & Advocacy	3
BJA 204	Research Methods in Social Sciences	3
BJA 205	Social and Community Development	3
BJA 206	Digital Media for Advocacy	2

Semester 4 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BJA 207	Justice in Religious and Cultural Contexts	3
BJA 208	Global Justice Movements	3
BJA 209	Policy Analysis & Advocacy	3
BJA 210	Gender, Justice & Equality	2
BJA 211	Environmental Justice	3
BJA 212	Elective I (Indigenous Rights / Minority Rights)	3

Semester 5 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BJA 301	Humanitarian Aid & Relief Work	3
BJA 302	Justice & Economic Development	3
BJA 303	Transitional Justice & Peacebuilding	3
BJA 304	Law, Power & Society	3
BJA 305	Advocacy Leadership & Strategy	2
BJA 306	Elective II (Refugee & Migration Studies / Child Rights)	3

Semester 6 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BJA 307	International Organizations & NGOs	3
BJA 308	Restorative & Transformative Justice	3
BJA 309	Social Policy & Governance	3
BJA 310	Media, Propaganda & Public Opinion	2
BJA 311	Human Rights in Islamic & Western Thought	3
BJA 312	Elective III (Advocacy in the 10/40 Window / Global Outreach)	3

Semester 7 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BJA 401	Contemporary Issues in Global Justice	3
BJA 402	Advocacy Ethics & Professional Responsibility	2
BJA 403	Human Rights & International Relations	3
BJA 404	Advanced Advocacy & Negotiation Skills	3
BJA 405	Research & Writing Methods	3
BJA 406	Elective IV (Peace Studies / Conflict Transformation)	3

Semester 8 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BJA 407	Justice and Advocacy in the 21st Century	3
BJA 408	Capstone Thesis / Research Project	3
BJA 409	Global Theories of Justice	3
BJA 410	Elective V (Human Rights & Women’s Empowerment / Labor Rights)	4
BJA 411	Elective VI (Intercultural and Interfaith Dialogue / Climate Justice)	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: Justice and Advocacy Studies

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Applicant must hold a Diploma in Justice and Advocacy Studies, 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 advocacy impact project, such as:
o A human rights awareness campaign in a local or marginalized community.
o A legal aid, refugee assistance, or social justice program.
o A community-based advocacy initiative for environmental, gender, or minority rights.

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 Justice and Advocacy