These concentrations on Missiology -- the study of missionary work -- draw together scholarship in biblical, historical, doctrinal and practical theological studies. It uses tools from the social sciences to help understand various dynamics.
Missions is the practice of doing that which missiology identifies and explains. Extensive insights are drawn from cultural anthropology, ethnology, sociology, geography and political science.
Missiology seeks to develop strategies for effective missionary work and church planting. In doing their work missiologists interact with a wide range of professions, especially those of agriculture, education, medicine and public health, and small-business entrepreneurial development.
NCIU does not offer a specialist-focused Bachelor of Missions undergraduate level award. Students considering this discipline should enroll in the B.A.(Bible & Theology) program instead, and choose the Missions – Intercultural Studies electives.
MISSIONS & INTERCULTURAL STUDIES AWARDS
Master award = B + credit hours
Master of Philosophy in Intercultural Studies [B + 48crs]
Doctoral award = M + credit hours
Doctor of Philosophy in Intercultural Studies [M + 48crs],
OVERVIEW - MISSIONS & INTERCULTURAL STUDIES
Undergraduate Study Pathway
Unless students already have an earnedundergraduate degree awardor equivalent credits by Recognized Prior Learning programs to meet the prerequisite entrance standards, it is recommended that students utilize the options provided in the Bachelor of Arts (Bible & Theology) and Master of Arts (Bible & Theology) degree programs with appropriate concentration offered. Please discuss this with faculty when completing your degree application for further recommendation and advice.
Master of Philosophy in Intercultural Studies The Master of Philosophy in Intercultural Studies degree is designed for those students who desire advanced training for careers or ministries that require adjustment to living, working and communicating in another culture or in multicultural contexts.
Drawing upon insights from theology, sociology, anthropology, history, and communication theory, students will be encouraged to analyze contemporary global concerns, to formulate Christian perspectives, and to explore more effective solutions that can be applied to today’s cross-cultural problems.
The program begins with a broad training in essential foundations of graduate level theology, biblical studies, intercultural studies and world religions so that students can interact competently with the faculty-appointed mentor. This foundation provides the opportunity for students to gain as needed, further competency in seven key areas:
the theology of mission and relevant methodologies;
understanding biblical and philosophical world views and meaning of life;
cultural anthropology and major world religions;
cross-cultural communication, leadership and team building in cross-cultural environs;
integration of ethnic groups and urbanization;
cross-cultural church development and planting; and
human sustainability, small-business and entrepreneurial development
The Doctor of Philosophy in Intercultural Studies program at NCI University & Theological Seminary is one of four academic research doctoral programs. It is a leadership-research doctorate in that its major purpose is the development of competent leaders in intercultural ministries who are extending the Kingdom of God throughout the nations of the earth.
The curriculum is designed to nurture sound scholarship, meaningful research, and the symbiotic relationship of theory and practice that cross over cultural boundaries and people groups.
The NCIU Ph. D in Intercultural Studies degree program is designed to enhance the understanding and practice of cross-cultural Christian ministry in the areas of church planting and missions, as well as for those currently engaged in positions of ministerial or missions leadership who need to develop their interpersonal and communication skills across cultural borders.
