Biblical and Theological Studies

The Biblical Studies Concentration prepares students with a strong biblical foundation to serve God and neighbor in today’s complex world. Students learn how to interpret Scripture and apply it to their everyday living in a way that is relevant to their community and culture. These studies are designed to empower the student to meet the challenge of contextualizing the Gospel in an increasingly urbanized, international and technological global community.

We offer the following awards:

1. Diploma of Biblical and Theological Studies (min. 36cr)
2. Associate of Arts in Bible & Theology (min. 72cr)
3. Advanced Diploma of Biblical and Theological Studies (min. 108cr)
4. Bachelor of Arts in Bible & Theology (128cr)
5. Bachelor of Theology (128cr; Hebrew and Greek required)
6. Master of Arts in Bible & Theology (B + 56crs)
7. Master of Theology (B + 56crs; Hebrew and Greek required)
8. Doctor of Theology (M + 48crs)

Missiological/Intercultural Studies

The courses offered in Missiological and Intercultural Studies are designed to prepare the student as a leader to engage in cross-cultural ministry locally and globally. This training provides a range of applied and academic disciplines suitable for local church-focused ministry and also missions work in diversified world contexts. Within the overall programs offered there are special sections that are geared towards equipping Christian believers to engage in holistic ministry in today’s multicultural world.

We offer the following awards:

1. Master of Philosophy in Intercultural Studies (B + 56crs)
2. Doctor of Philosophy in Intercultural Studies (M + 48crs)

Christian Ministry

The program in this concentration is designed for a variety of students in contemporary church and marketplace ministries. Those with pastoral experience and those who are involved with ministry through Christian agencies will have the opportunity to strengthen the foundations of ministry and develop new skills. With its emphasis on practical and personal formation as well as its solid underpinning of biblical and theological studies, the degree program gives knowledge and skills for a continuing and deepening ministry.

We offer the following awards:

1. Master of Divinity (B + 72crs)
2. Doctor of Ministry (M + 48crs)

Christian Pastoral Counseling

The Christian Counseling programs offered by NCIU provide students with access to a number of courses based upon the convictions that God’s Word should be the counseling authority of the Christian Church, and that counseling should be part of the basic discipling ministry of a local church through the ministry service of well-trained and equipped Christian believers. Courses are provided that enable understanding of secular psychologies and their impact upon the post-modern communities of urban societies.

We offer Master of Arts in Christian Pastoral Counseling (B + 56crs) as an award.

Church Planting & Revitalization

NCIU is committed to seeing life-giving churches established globally by training leaders. The Master of Church Planting and Revitalization has been designed to equip and empower church planters, mentors, and leaders who will revitalize churches. The program will provide training based on biblical principles, creating systems that work, understanding the phases of church life and the needs to achieve healthy, and Great Commission-minded churches. The program of study is both practical and theological, focusing on the leader and healthy organizational structures.

We offer Master of Arts in Church Planting & Revitalization (B + 56crs) as an award.

New Covenant International University & Seminary holds International Accreditation from ASIC (Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities). ASIC Accreditation is a leading, globally recognised quality standard in international education. Institutions undergo an impartial and independent external assessment process to confirm their provision meets rigorous internationally accepted standards, covering the whole spectrum of its administration, governance, and educational offering. Achieving ASIC Accreditation demonstrates to students and stakeholders that an institution is a high-quality education provider that delivers safe and rewarding educational experiences and is committed to continuous improvement throughout its operation.

One of the largest international accreditation agencies operating in 70+ countries, ASIC is recognised in the UK by UKVI - UK Visas and Immigration (part of the Home Office of the UK Government), is ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) Accredited and is a Full Member of The International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE), a member of the BQF (British Quality Foundation), a member of the International Schools Association (ISA), and an institutional member of EDEN (European Distance and E-Learning Network).

In addition, NCIU is certified by the Council of Private Colleges of America (CPCA), which was set up for religious institutions in America and features a validation process that mirrors the requirements of US state accreditation. The word “certification” is used to ensure that there is no wrong impression given to US students, who associate “accreditation” with state funding. Furthermore, CPCA certification is the Christian, Bible-based response to the high costs of US education and government intrusions into accredited theological programs, while maintaining the highest academic standards. We hold the Advanced 10-Year Certification from 2023 - 2033 and are thus on the same level as Moody Bible Institute.

NCIU is also a member of the Florida Council of Private Colleges. In the past, NCIU graduates have been admitted to Master and Doctoral studies at several internationally recognized Universities and Theological Seminaries, such as Oxford University, Fuller Theological Seminary, Oral Roberts University, Regent University, Azusa Pacific University, University of Wales, and FU Berlin.

NCIU operates under the following Florida legislative provisions to provide religious degrees and awards for religious vocations: New Covenant International, Inc., is a Florida-incorporated non-profit educational organization, that has established a private non-public post-secondary institution for the purpose of providing academic degree programs and other educational programs that prepare students for religious vocations as ministers, professionals, or laypersons in the categories of Bible and Theology, Christian Ministry, Christian Mission, and Intercultural Studies, Christian Pastoral Counseling, and Religious Education. NCIU is fully compliant in all statutory requirements qualifying post-secondary degree-granting institutions: Florida Statute 2009 Title XLVIII Chapter 1005.06.(1) (f)[F.S.].