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Overview
The Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies (M.A. ICS) provides students with a focused knowledge of the tools and
techniques needed to study cultures other than their own. Students will engage in research and analysis that is
informed by those disciplines and contributes to the ministry of those engaged in work among ethnic and cultural
groups.
Objectives
The M.A. ICS equips students to:
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Demonstrate skill in identifying and analyzing cultural issues.
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Evaluate current strategies regarding the global mission of God.
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Demonstrate effectiveness in cross-cultural analysis, research, and writing about the global mission of God.
Admission Requirements
Students must fulfill general admission requirements (see Admissions for detailed information). Students must
also have a minimum 2.5 GPA in undergraduate study or scores above the 50th percentile on the GRE.
Time Limit
The time limit for completion of all requirements is ten years, measured from the date a student begins
coursework in the M.A. ICS program.
Transfer Policy
Course credits earned at another institution may be counted toward the M.A. ICS degree, but the majority (51%) of
the course credits required for the degree must be taken at Columbia International University. Transfer credit must
be approved by the student’s advisor and dean.
Completion Requirements
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Complete specified coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.5
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Chapel attendance is required in order to experience the core values and ethos of the CIU family. Students
may attend on campus or via audio files posted on
www.ciu.edu
. Students must register for the appropriate
CHL 5xxx course based on the following allocations: 15 chapels/30 hours; 30 chapels/45 hours.
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Read the entire Bible following admission, including selections assigned in Bible courses. This requirement
must be completed six weeks prior to graduation.
This degree is offered in two different formats: Program 1 — for college graduates with no previous studies in
Bible or theology, and Program 2 — for college graduates who have at least 15 semester hours of Bible, theology,
or Church history.
The M.A. ICS is available fully online. Please contact Admissions for further information.
Program 1 Course of Study
45
CHL 5001
Chapel 1
0
CHL 5002
Chapel 2
0
Bible and Theology
21
BIB 5112
Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s Plan of Creation and Redemption 3
BIB 5113
Prophets: God’s Message of Redemption and Judgment
3
BIB 5132
Gospels: God’s Means of Providing Redemption
3
BIB 5133
Acts to Revelation: God’s People Proclaiming Redemption Globally 3
BIB 5410
Hermeneutics: Interpreting and Applying the Bible
3
Choose two of the following courses:
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ICS/BIB 6030 Biblical Theology of Mission
ICS/THE 6039 Doing Theology in Context
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