Associate of Arts in Intercultural Studies
Overview
The Associate of Arts in Intercultural Studies degree is a two year program intended to provide graduates
with a sound understanding of the Bible, its interpretation and the essentials of a cross-cultural ministry.
In addition to foundational knowledge of the Bible and theology, the student will be equipped in:
- Knowledge of Missions: Students will knowledge of the history of Christian missions, articulate a biblical philosophy of the mission of the gospel and demonstrate competence in sharing their faith.
- Cross-cultural Communication: Students will demonstrate knowledge of issues of differences in culture and religion and communicating one’s message with those of a different background.
1. Complete a minimum of 60 semester credit hours.
2. A 2.0 cumulative grade point average and a passing grade in all required courses.
3. Every student must complete 50% of their program at Emmaus, therefore only a maximum of 30 credits or up to
half of their program requirements can be transferred into Emmaus.
4. Complete the general graduation requirements listed in the Academic Life section of the catalog.
5. Meet course requirements in the following areas:
- Old Testament Survey 1 (BT 102)
- Old Testament Survey 2 (BT 104)
- New Testament Survey (BT 106)
- Introduction to Biblical Interpretation (BT 120)
- Survey of Doctrine (BT 151)
- Biblical Hermeneutics (BT 220)
- Servant Leader Training Seminar (CCS 115)
- Servant Leader Training (CCS 120)
- Missions and Evangelism (ICS 104)
- History of Missions (ICS 106)
- Biblical Foundation of Mission (ICS 208)
- Cultural Anthropology (ICS 314)
- World Religions (ICS 308)
- Cross-Cultural Communication (COM 330)
- Fundamental Computer Literacy (CS 101)
- English Composition (ENG 101)
- Survey to Literature
- History Elective (HIS 131 or HIS 235)
- Christian Life and Worldview (HUM 111)
- College Mathematics (MAT 140)
- Basic Sciences Elective (Introduction to Biology/Chemistry/Physics) and Lab
- Orientation for Online Learning (FND 105, P/F)
The Associate of Arts in Intercultural Studies degree is also available through Emmaus University Global. Emmaus University Global courses are 100% online courses. Courses are offered each 8-week term. Individuals taking two courses each term can finish this program in about two years. Courses are $300 per credit hour.
