The Ph.D. ICS is an in-service 60 credit-hour program. The modular format requires five trips to AGTS over three years (all in July and December). Students take two classes during each two- to three-week sessions. Requirements include:
- An M.A. in an appropriate theological or missiological discipline from an accredited graduate program with a minimum 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Two or more years of appropriate intercultural ministry experience.
- Submission and approval of a writing sample that demonstrates graduate-level research skills.
- Second language proficiency. The program requires research proficiency in English as the primary research language of the disciplines of intercultural studies and a second modern language in the field of the research topic. Additional ancient and modern languages may be required as needed for the completion of dissertation research. In exceptional cases, the second modern language requirement may be substituted by petition. When a request for language waiver is submitted, the Committee may require six credits of relevant studies in the applicant’s area of research. This will be implemented at the discretion of the Admissions Committee in a case by-case situation based on transcripts and experience. Official approval of administrative superiors (e.g., missions board or agency).
- Official approval of administrative supervisors (e.g., missions board or agency if applicable).
- Adequate computer competencies and internet access.
