Asian Theological Seminary
Programme Detail: Master of Divinity in Intercultural and Urban Studies
| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
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| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Master of Divinity in Intercultural and Urban Studies |
| Type of Training | Programme with multiple subsidiary courses |
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| Description | The Master of Divinity in missions is designed to meet the needs of those students who are called to a career as pastors, evangelists, church planters, church workers, mission administrators and traditional and tentmaking missionaries, particularly in Asian and 10/40 window countries and urban centers. As a M.Div. program, this major includes the biblical and theological grounding needed for professional ministry. Key objectives of this major include holistic formation (academic, spiritual, and professional) and praxis (the integration of theory and praxis). In addition to classroom studies, Master of Divinity in Intercultural and Urban Studies students are required to complete one internship and participate in care groups for three semesters. |
| Keywords | Missions, Mission, Mission Work, Intercultural Studies, Cultural Studies, Urban Studies, Cultural Anthropology, Missionary Life |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (USA) |
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| Country and region where programme is available | Philippines / Manila (National Capital Region) |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Mission and Evangelism / Cross-Cultural Mission and History |
| Residential/Non Residential | Mixed |
| Full-time or Part-time | Part-time |
| Level | Masters |
| Cost Range | Variable according to means |
| Actual Cost | $500 & up |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | |
| Actual Length | varies |
| Average hours of study per week | 6 |
| Methods of instruction | ATS believes in a holistic training for each student in the development of their skills, character and spiritual qualities. There are lectures (with teacher-student, student-student interactions), book studies, actual translations and recitation, assigned readings, mentoring, internship, and team projects. Through care groups and recreational activities among the ATS community, the seminary aims to help in developing unity and social skills among the students. |
| Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) | regular classes |
| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | varies |
| Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). | varies |
| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 10 |
| Prerequisite Programmes | Research & Writing and at least 2 care groups |
| Other Prerequisites | Pass the ATS Entrance Exam |
| Qualifications gained | Master of Divinity in Intercultural and Urban Studies |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | - |
| Programme Accredited by | ATA (Asia) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | ATESEA |
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