Biola University 2013–14 Catalog
Articulate a crosscultural or international perspective with respect to their professional training (e.g., in teaching, medicine, business, or development); Produce written studies and reports manifesting their familiarity with the analytical and research tools available (particularly in the social sciences) and demonstrate their abilities to assess and adapt their objectives and activities to the cultural realities of their working environments; Communicate a clear understanding of the dynamic nature of the gospel, the spiritual and cultural traits of a growing church, the deeply intertwined relationship between the gospel and culture in which God’s self-revelation was given in culture, how it is now communicated across cultures, and how it is being faithfully lived out in appropriate contextualized acts of allegiance to the God of creation; and Manifest godliness of character, personal standards of integrity and morality, concern for human rights and justice, and a passion for the reconciliation of humanity with their Creator. Program Requirements The M.A. in Intercultural Studies is a 42-credit program. For the qualified applicant with extensive undergraduate work in intercultural studies/missions, it may be reduced to a minimum of 32 credits. Graduation Requirements Complete the required courses listed below. 1. Successfully pass a comprehensive examination over coursework. 2. Maintain a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. 3. Meet with department advisor and a Graduate Graduation Counselor in the Office of the Registrar one year prior to graduation to declare intent to graduate. (See Graduate Graduation Check description in Admission, Enrollment and Graduation Requirements section). Core Curriculum (18 credits) ISCL 742 History of the Expansion of Christianity Credit(s): 3. ISCL 751 Theology of Mission Credit(s): 3. Choose one of the following: ISAN 761 Culture and Transformation Credit(s): 3. ISCL 501 Dynamics of the Religious Experience Credit(s): 3. Choose one of the following: ISAN 561 Economic Anthropology Credit(s): 3. ISAN 751 Social Anthropology Credit(s): 3. ISCL 560 Urban Research and Study Credit(s): 3. Choose one of the following: ISCL 520 Interpersonal and Intercultural Adjustment Credit(s): 3. ISCL 709 Intercultural Communication Credit(s): 3.
Choose one of the following: ISCL 602
Introduction to International Development
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Principles of Church Multiplication Narrative in Scripture and Teaching
ISCL 727 ISCL 744 ISCL 765
Crosscultural Leadership
Bible/Theology (6 credits) Electives (18 credits)
18 credits of advisor-approved electives. Students who do not have to take required electives are encouraged to choose a combination of electives most suitable for their career goals. Students may also choose to focus electives in areas of specialization such as anthropology, missiology, crosscultural education, Bible and theology, Bible translation, linguistics, TESOL, church planting, crosscultural health care, urban ministries, etc. Students desiring a graduate certificate in TESOL in conjunction with their intercultural studies degree must also apply to the Department of ALT. Note : Students who are not proficient in a second language will also be required to take one of the courses listed below as a required elective. (Proficiency standards for a second language will be determined by the M.A. advisor in consultation with intercultural studies faculty. See student handbook for standards.) ISAL 520 Introduction to Language and Linguistics Credit(s): 3. ISAL 655 Credit(s): 3. Note : Students who have not previously taken a course in cultural anthropology will be required to take the course below as a required elective. ISAN 507 Cultural Anthropology Credit(s): 3. Practicum in Language and Culture Learning individuals who have been in Christian missions ministry for a number of years and have not had the opportunity to earn a baccalaureate degree. The program provides graduate level training in three areas: Core Curriculum of Missiology and Intercultural Studies; Bible/Theology; and Electives. Students admitted without the B.A. or its equivalent must have at least 3 years of Bible School training, or 2 years of college equivalency courses. This degree is not a stepping-stone to a Ph.D. program and in most cases it is a terminal degree. However, exceptional students may petition for probationary entrance into the Doctor of Missiology program. Please see the admission requirements for the Doctor of Missiology program. Admission Requirements Personal Qualifications 1. Completion of five years in intercultural ministry and presently in a ministry. 2. Participation in the Master of Arts program in Missions presumes a significant level of ministry experience and personal maturation. The program Master of Arts in Missions Objectives The Master of Arts in Missions is designed for
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