Mar 08
Year 1 Sample Courses
- Spiritual Formation for the Christian Minister
- Old and/or New Testament Surveys
- Foundations for Excellence
- Systematic Theology I
- Systematic Theology II
Learn in Greenville. See the World.
Intercultural Studies
Bachelor’s
Ignite your passion for missions and make Christ known among the nations through Intercultural Studies at NGU.
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Program Concentrations
Choose between two program concentrations: International Immersion and North American Church Planting.
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Electives
Tailor your courses to fit your future. From foreign languages, linguistics, and cross-cultural church planting to courses that examine the missionary examples of Jesus and Paul. Study what excites you.
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Mission
Christ is at the center of every aspect of life. Even in our studies, He is the focus. Our mission through Intercultural Studies is to make Christ’s name known, not only in America, but around the world that many will come to saving faith in Him.
Reach the Nations for Christ
Do you have a heart for the nations and a love for sharing the gospel? Through the Intercultural Studies program at NGU, you will be equipped in your calling to make disciples of all nations. The world will literally be at your fingertips as you explore ways to meaningfully engage with diverse peoples and cultures.
Whether you feel called to missions nationally or internationally, the Intercultural Studies program has a concentration for you. You may choose between International Immersion or North American Church Planting. Each concentration is designed to help prepare you to be an effective cross-cultural communicator of the gospel, wherever you feel called to serve.
- International Immersion Concentration
- North American Church Planting Concentration
What Can I Do with a Bachelor’s Degree in Intercultural Studies?
Students who major in the International Immersion Concentration will do a full semester immersion experience in an international location under the supervision and mentorship of experienced field partners (missionaries). While on the field, students will earn 15 hours of academic credit in areas such as cross-cultural church planting, ethnographic research, and language acquisition.
Students who major in the North American Church Planting Concentration will do a summer church planting practicum in a North American location under the supervision and mentorship of experienced church planters.
International and Domestic Missionary
Humanitarian Aid Worker
Diplomacy/Foreign Service Agent
Church Planter
International Development Coordinator
Refugee Worker
Church Staff Member
Experience Learning Across Cultural Divides
Practical Learning Experiences
Experience God’s love for people as you explore the world around you. Both the International Immersion and North American Church Planting concentrations offer practical hands-on learning opportunities. Through mentorship and supervision of vocational missionaries and church planters, you will gain real-world experience in your God-given calling.
Global Mission Trips
Experience God’s heart for the nations through global mission trips. NGU’s Center for Global Engagement offers short-term trips that allow you to explore different cultures, while also making a difference for Christ. These trips are offered over Spring and Summer breaks and range in length from 10 days to 2 weeks.
Two Minors
Do you have a heart for the Lord and want to join Him in what He’s doing in the world, but don’t feel called to full-time vocational ministry? Complement your studies with one of two minors: Intercultural Studies or Church Planting. Through these minors, you will have opportunities to serve in international or North American missions and/or church planting contexts through NGU’s Center for Global Engagement.
Ministry Beside Experienced & Faithful Disciplers
What Do Intercultural Studies Majors Study?
Elevate Your Perspective
You’ll also take Chapel for the first seven semesters, and Cultural Events for the first four semesters. This is the NGU difference, how you find your peak performance and elevate your perspective, intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually.
