Intercultural Studies
Called to Serve
The Intercultural Studies double major allows students to double major in ICS and another academic discipline and still graduate in 4 years. Double major options include business, communication, education, health profession, or another area that will prepare graduates to be culturally competent marketplace professionals and missionaries in an increasingly multi-cultural world. Intercultural studies is ideal for students desiring biblically faithful and culturally relevant instruction, equipping them for global or domestic Kingdom service.
Program Overview
Hours
A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to obtain a B.S. or B.A. in Intercultural Studies. This involves core curriculum hours, 33 degree-specific hours, and hours required for the minor or double-major of the student’s choice. (Students are required to either double major or select a minor.)
The program can be completed in two to four years, depending on student’s previously earned hours.
Delivery Method
All classes for a degree in Intercultural Studies are delivered in-person at our Hattiesburg Campus.
Missions internships are completed with the ministry or missions partner of the student's choice, with faculty approval.
Required Classes
Applied Anthropology, Biblical Hermeneutics, Intercultural Field Experience, Principles and Practices of Missions, Systematic Theology I and II, World Religions, Race, Cultural, and the Church, and Intercultural Studies Internship.
Applicant Prerequisites & Requirements
Prospective students must:
Meet all undergraduate admissions requirements of the University
Complete an online application
Submit official transcripts via eScript or mailed from the institution
Career Outlooks
Students in the Intercultural Studies program are taught to faithfully exegete and communicate scripture, articulate biblical theology, and build relationships across cultural divides.
These skills will prepare you to engage in full-time mission work, or to bring the gospel message to your vocational mission field.
Popular Double Major Choices Include:
- Intercultural Studies and Nursing
- Intercultural Studies and English
- Intercultural Studies and Psychology
Set Yourself Apart
The Intercultural Studies program broadens your field of opportunities because your educational decision is no longer an “either, or”. The Cooper School of Missions and Ministry Studies allows you to do both.
Our students are also eligible for ministerial scholarships from the Mississippi State Baptist Convention, in addition to Phi Theta Kappa and endowment opportunities.
Attempt Great Things
We would love the opportunity to help you prepare for whatever ministry God might call you into, while also helping you reach your professional goals.
Hattiesburg
WCU Box #161 | 710 William Carey Parkway | Hattiesburg, MS 39401
cooperschool@wmcarey.edu | (601) 318 - 6115