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Intercultural Ministry Studies

Serve everywhere. Study anywhere. All ministry is intercultural.

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Next Start Dates

Jan 05, 2026 | Aug 18, 2026

121

Credit Hours

100% Online, anywhere in the world

Train for missions around the globe

Equip Yourself for Global Impact With a B.A in Intercultural Ministry Studies

This four-year degree is designed to prepare students to effectively minister in any culture. Whether that means in local ministry or long-term overseas service, you will gain a deeper understanding in the Word of God, develop an international and intercultural perspective on life and ministry, and learn to disciple others in any context. Through flexible online courses and practical ministry preparation, you will be ready to make a real difference in a world that needs the Gospel.

What Sets BGU Apart?

Study Online While Doing Missions

Accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education

Learn from Faculty with Hands on Experience

Why Choose BGU’s Online B.A. in Intercultural Ministry Studies?

The B.A. in Intercultural Ministry Studies isn’t just about what you know, it’s about how you live. You will gain more than academic knowledge; you’ll be equipped for life-long ministry, global discipleship, and leadership that reflects Christ. With an optional global internship, you will apply what you learn in real time—anywhere in the world.

What Will You Study?

From Genesis to Revelation, you will trace the redemptive story of God and discover how it shapes your role in missions. You will learn to lead teams, teach across age groups, build ministry programs, and share the Gospel across cultures. Courses in intercultural communication, contextualization, and disciple-making will ground your training in real-world impact.

General Education Courses

I. General Education	33
Intercultural Communications (COM311)	3
English Composition I (ENG111)	3
English Composition II: Critical Thinking and Research Methods (ENG112)	3
The Global Church: History, Trends, and Possibilities (HIS411)	3
World Religions (HUM211)	3
Cultural Anthropology (HUM212)	3
Leading and Managing People (LDR441)	3
Linguistics (LNG221)	3
Personal Finance (MAT111)	3
Mental Health and Physical Wellness (SSC112)	3
Introduction to Ethnography in Context (SSC311)	3

Bible & Theology Courses

II. Bible & Theology	33
The Gospel of the Kingdom and Work of the Holy Spirit (BTH112)	3
Fundamentals of Christian Theology (BTH131)	3
Hermeneutics (BTH141)	3
Old Testament Survey (BTH211)	3
Pauline Epistles (BTH221)	3
General Epistles (BTH321)	3
Apologetics in Cross-Cultural Evangelism (BTH332)	3
Theological Distinctives (BTH333)	3
John’s Writings (BTH423)	3
Missional Ecclesiology (MIS112)	3
Life in the Spirit: Training in Godliness (SPD321)	3

Intercultural Ministry Courses

III. Intercultural Ministry Studies Major	33
Discipling the Nations (ICS321)	3
Urban Missions (ICS322)	3
Intercultural Ministry Capstone (ICS416)	3
Contextualization for Spiritual Impact (ICS422)	3
Intro to Missions (MIS111)	3
Disciple-Making Movements: Principles and Praxis (MIS113)	3
History of Missions (MIS211)	3
Missional Theology (MIS212)	3
Missional Leadership Structures (MIS213)	3
Contemporary Missions Methodology (MIS411)	3
Transitions (MIS441)	3

Christian Ministry Requirements

IV. Christian Ministry Requirements	15
Intercultural Ministry Preparation (CHM211)	3
Teaching and Preaching (CHM241)	3
Missionary Life Practicum I (CHM321)	6
Collaboration for Effective Ministry (CHM411)	3

Additional Programmatic Requirements

V. Additional Programmatic Requirements	7
Freshman Seminar (BGU111)	1
Bible/Missons Elective (XXXXXX)	6

Career Opportunity

A Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Ministry Studies opens doors to a lifetime of ministry and leadership, whether on the field or in support roles. You will be equipped to serve in churches, mission agencies, educational programs, or nonprofit organizations. Wherever God calls you!

Cross-cultural missionary or church planter

Youth, campus, or discipleship ministry leader

Missions agency or nonprofit support staff

Global project or training coordinator

Cost & Aid

Bethany Global University’s mission-focused education is designed to be affordable. Undergraduate tuition is $350 per credit, with a $125 semester technology fee and around $250 for books and supplies.

BGU offers a combination of federal student aid and institutional aid. To qualify for the maximum amount of aid students should complete the FAFSA annually.

Admission Information

Applying for BGU’s Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Ministry Studies online starts with a simple application form. There is a $25 application fee, which is waived if the application is completed over the phone with an admissions counselor. You will provide basic information, spiritual information, and education history.

For international applicants, you will need proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 90 or Duolingo 120).