Intercultural Education
Combine hands-on ministry training with foundational education skills to prepare you for teaching in international or cross-cultural settings where education can truly change lives. You’ll build a solid biblical and ministry foundation, receive intentional mentorship by experienced faculty, and gain practical ministry experience—equipping you to serve cross-culturally with confidence and cultural sensitivity wherever God leads you. As an intercultural educator, you may have unique opportunities to enter countries closed to missionaries and make a difference for Jesus Christ through your work and the relationships you build.
Completion
4 Years
Credits
120
Major
Ministry: Intercultural Education
Delivery
On Campus
Featured Courses
Social Justice in Global Context
Explore how Christians have historically pursued justice, development, and advocacy for the marginalized. This course will help you to understand global inequality through a biblical lens and evaluate best practices for transformative service and compassion.
Cultural Anthropology
Discover the richness of global cultures through the lens of modern anthropology and a biblical worldview. Examine worldviews, social dynamics, and cultural patterns while exploring how faith intersects with the study of humanity.
Literacy and Orality
Explore how literacy and orality shape communication, culture, and understanding. Examine literacy as a tool of access and influence, the dynamics of oral cultures, and the cognitive and social shifts tied to literacy. Apply these insights to develop effective strategies for communicating and sharing the gospel message in oral, literate, and postliterate contexts.
The Developing Learner
Examine child and adolescent development across all domains—cognitive, social, emotional, spiritual, and more. Discover how learning theories shape practice and develop strategies to support the growth of diverse learners from preschool through high school.
For a complete list of courses in this program, view the program overview.
For official course descriptions, refer to the academic catalog.
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3
distinct cross-cultural experience opportunities to choose from
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27
credits of graduate-level work included in your bachelor’s degree
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100+
years of ministry experience among department faculty
Teach and serve across cultural boundaries with a Christ-centered foundation. Develop practical skills in cultural adaptation, education, and compassionate leadership—preparing you to make a lasting impact through education and ministry worldwide.
Career Opportunities
The intercultural education program does not lead to a state teaching license but does provide an ACSI Bible Specialist professional certification, qualifying you to teach Bible in Christian schools and to teach overseas. Career opportunities include:
- Bible Teacher
- International School Teacher
- Missionary
- Church Planter
- Nonprofit Ministry Leader
- Director of Christian Education
Note: Individuals enrolled in this program may be required to pass a criminal background check in order to complete practicum requirements and to pursue ordination and career opportunities.
Featured Faculty
Dr. Jordan Newton
Chair, School of Ministry | Director of the KAIROS Program | Associate Professor of Christian Ministry
jnewton@corban.edu(509) 308-8415
