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Programme Detail: Associate of Arts in Intercultural Studies

Language of this entry English (USA)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Associate of Arts in Intercultural Studies
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number
Description The major in Intercultural Studies is especially designed to prepare students to serve as missionaries to people of other cultures. As a part of this process, students are introduced to the concepts of culture in general, and taught how the Gospel may be spread in various cross-cultural settings. To ensure that this preparation equips the student in his particular area of ministry and calling, a minor can be obtained from any of the other disciplines.
Keywords Intercultural Studies; Missions
Languages Programme Available in English (USA)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available United States / Florida
Area of Ministry and Focus Mission and Evangelism / Cross-Cultural Mission and History
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Degree
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost $10,500 (US)
Bursaries/scholarships available
Actual Length 2 years
Average hours of study per week 30
Methods of instruction Classroom instruction and practical ministry opportunities.
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 33
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 33
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 33
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 15
Prerequisite Programmes
Other Prerequisites
Qualifications gained AA Intercultural Studies
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by ABHE (N. America)
Other Accrediting Bodies