The Intercultural Studies master’s degree program at Alliance Theological Seminary (ATS) is a 54-credit curriculum in missions and world Christianity that is designed to prepare students for Christian missions related to the global expansion of the church in urban, international, and intercultural contexts. We are preparing our students for a lifetime of cross-cultural and urban ministry around the world. Special emphasis is placed on holistic missions, apostolic church planting, strategic partnerships, and serving migrants and urban centers. Our goal is to equip God’s people to effectively communicate the gospel of Jesus and disciple new Christians.
At a Glance
54
Credits
2 Years
Standard Completion Time
2
Specialized Accreditors
Why Study Intercultural Studies at ATS?
The Intercultural Studies master’s degree at ATS is a transformational, multicultural experience. Our students are both ethnically and denominationally diverse, representing every major ethnic community and denomination in New York City. This powerful diversity is one of the key elements that sets us apart from other seminaries and provides the unique context for cross-cultural missional formation. Students participate in immersion experiences in New York City, peer mentoring groups, cross-cultural internships, and leadership development retreats.
Multicultural Learning
Immersion Experiences
Cross-Cultural Internships
About the Degree
What Will I Study?
Students will learn and practice integration of the personal, theological, and practical components of holistic ministry. Some areas of study include:
- Biblical Studies: Old and New Testaments
- Cultural Analysis: Cultural Anthropology, Diaspora, and Transnationalism
- Global Theology: Theology in a Global Context/Holistic Missions
- Practical and Empowered Ministry Skills: Theology of Power Encounter
- Spiritual Formation: Foundations for Ministry
Career Opportunities
A degree in Intercultural Studies provides exceptional preparation for careers in international relations, development, and missions. As a well-equipped professional, you can expect to impact the world for Jesus Christ in rewarding professions such as:
- Church planter
- Community developer
- Community center director
- ESL teacher
- Lead pastor
- Missionary
- Missions pastor
- NGO worker
- Refugee resettlement director
Our Graduates
Our graduates are working around the world, mostly in large urban settings. For example, some of our graduates are:
- Church planters
- Community center directors
- Missionaries
- Teaching pastors
Specialized Accreditors
- Association of Theological Schools
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education (Institutional Accreditor)
For up-to-date accreditation information, please refer to https://allianceu.edu/about-au/accreditations/
Testimonials
Meet Key Faculty
Dr. Stanley John
Associate Professor of Intercultural Studies
Stanley.John@allianceu.eduView Profile