Inspirée par « le rêve prophétique » du banquet de toutes les nations décrite dans la Bible, la Faculté des Sciences et Lettres et des Études Internationales s’efforce d’encourager la croissance d’une vision du monde centrée sur la rédemption, la restauration et la réconciliation trouvées en Christ. Les étudiants ont l’opportunité d’explorer des sujets qui encouragent une compréhension qui transcende les cultures ; sujets tels la linguistique, les études interculturelles et la justice. La Faculté des Sciences et Lettres et des Études Internationales reconnaît l’impact qu’une vision biblique du monde peut jouer au sein de chacune des sphères de la société, et équipe des hommes et des femmes pour être des agents de la pensée de Dieu, et pour apporter son espérance dans le monde entier.
The UofN uses two types of credits, FLW (full learning weeks) and LCU (learning component units).
FLW credits are used with traditional residential courses and one of these credits requires a minimum of 50 hours of documented learning activities; these include our normal lectures, small groups, one-on-ones, etc.; and some of these activities are nonformal, in addition to the classroom activities and study assignments.
LCU credits are used for part-time programs like evening courses, intensive seminars, distance learning and other non-residential courses. Each LCU credit requires 25 hours of focused learning activities which can be spread over a period of time.
For assistance with any degrees listed here, please contact this College's Academic Advisor.
FOUNDATIONAL ASSOCIATE OF ARTS >
- The Foundational Associate of Arts degree will give the student skills for a lifetime of Bible study and application; a biblical understanding of worldviews and critical thinking; and skills in interpersonal, intrapersonal, and cross-cultural communication, including the use of various media. These skills are applied in a specific emphasis through one course from one college. This degree can provide a launching pad into other further studies and other degree programmes.
- Prerequisites 19 - 24
- Core Courses: Bible, Communication, Applied Christian Thinking 32 - 36 A Core Field Assignment may be substituted for one core course
- Emphasis Course Sequence 20 - 24
- HMT xxx Humanities & International Studies Associated Field Assignment
- HMT xxx Humanities & International Studies Course
- Elective credits that may be required* 0 - 13 *Check with college academic advisor for options
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Additional Notes:At least 20 credits are required in the emphasis area. Total Field Assignment/Practicum credit may vary from 16 to 36 credits.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT >
- The Associate of Arts in Community Development equips students with the skills to help bring life and growth towards God's purposes in His Kingdom on earth. Field experience in community development is required as preparation for the Community Development School. An area of specialization is pursued through a series of electives to complete the degree. This degree is coordinated through the Community Development & Justice Centre.
- Prerequisites 19 - 24
- Core Course: Bible 12
- Required Courses 20 - 24
- Community Development School - DEV/HMT 365
- Community Development School Field Assignment - DEV/HMT 366
- Elective credits that may be required* 0 - 33 *Check with centre academic advisor for options
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ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN GOVERNMENT & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS >
The Associate of Arts in Government and International Relations will involve study in the areas of government and international relations that will equip the student with a biblical understanding of God’s purposes for government, both in terms of good citizenship and for further study in preparation for government service.
- Prerequisites 19 - 24
- Core Course: Applied Christian Thinking 12
- Required Courses 20 - 24
- Government and International Studies - HMT 255
- Government and International Studies Field Assignment - HMT 266
- One Course and its associated Field Assignment selected from the following, or an approved alternative 20 - 24
- School of Redemptive History - HMT 228
- School of Redemptive History Field Assignment - HMT 229
- School of Social Justice - HMT 263
- School of Social Justice Field Assignment - HMT 264
- School of International Relations & Diplomacy - HMT 361
- School of Legislative Advocacy and Social Change - HMT 363
- Elective credits that may be required* 0 - 13 *Check with college academic advisor for options
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ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN INTERCULTURAL STUDIES >
- The Associate of Arts in Intercultural Studies prepares students with the basic cultural, linguistic and ministry skills for living as the community of God’s reconciled people, serving as ministers of reconciliation and healing in our intercultural world.
- Prerequisites 19 - 24
- One option selected from the following 6 - 24
- Approved Language Study (transfer credit)
- Field Based Language Acquisition Internship Phase 1 - HMT 233
- One Course and its associated Field Assignment selected from the following 20 - 24
- Introduction to Ethnolinguistics and Cultural Studies - HMT 231
- Introduction to Ethnolinguistics and Cultural Studies F/A - HMT 232
- Foundations for Intercultural Studies - HMT 271
- Foundations for Intercultural Studies Field Assignment - HMT 272
- An approved internship, as agreed with the College Advisor 8 - 12
- Elective credits that may be required* 0 - 31 *Check with college academic advisor for options
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Additional Notes:Additional requirement for graduation: the student must present evidence of competency in the language studied; in many cases it may be necessary to complete more than 2 terms (24 weeks) of study. No extra credit for language study is available in this case.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN INTERCULTURAL STUDIES (FIELD-BASED) >
- The Field-based Associate of Arts in Intercultural Studies offers the possibility of developing language, culture and ministry skills as a part of a cross-cultural team, learning in the field where the student is working. The language component can be learned either by (registered) non-formal learning, or by study in a field-based language academy. Most of the degree can be earned on the field where the student is working.
- Prerequisites 19 - 24
- Choose 3 courses from the following 36
- Field Based Language Acquisition Internship Phase 1 - HMT 233
- Field Based Language Acquisition Internship Phase 2 - HMT 234
- Field-based Culture Acquisition Internship Phase 1 - HMT 235
- Field-based Culture Acquisition Internship Phase 2 - HMT 236
- Field-based Contextualised Internship Phase 1 - HMT 237
- Field-based Contextualised Internship Phase 2 - HMT 238
- One Course and its associated Field Assignment selected from the following 20 - 24
- School of Missions - CHR 235
- School of Missions Field Assignment - CHR 236
- Foundations for Intercultural Studies - HMT 271
- Foundations for Intercultural Studies Field Assignment - HMT 272
- Elective credits that may be required* 0 - 9 *Check with college academic advisor for options
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ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN MISSIONAL GEOGRAPHY >
The Associates degree in Missional Geography helps students gain a deeper love and understanding for the nations, attain knowledge and critical thinking skills, engage modern global issues, and gain practical skills and experience to be an influence in various ministry fields or spheres of society.
- Prerequisites 19 - 24
- Core Courses: Bible, Applied Christian Thinking 24
- Required Courses 32 - 36
- School of Mapping - HMT 221
- Discover Nations School - HMT 223
- Discover Nations School Practicum - HMT 224
- Elective credits that may be required* 0 - 9 *Check with college academic advisor for options
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If you have completed courses that you believe might fulfill, or nearly fulfill a previously listed degree from this college, please contact the college academic advisor.
For assistance with any degrees listed here, please contact this College's Academic Advisor.
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT >
- The Bachelor's degree in Community Development equips students with the skills to help bring life and growth towards God's purposes in His Kingdom on earth. Field experience in community development is required as preparation for the Community Development School. The three core curriculum courses and an area of specialization, pursued through a series of electives, complete the degree. This degree is coordinated through the Community Development & Justice Centre.
- Prerequisites 19 - 24
- Core Courses: Bible, Communication, Applied Christian Thinking 36
- Required Courses 20 - 24
- Community Development School - DEV/HMT 365
- Community Development School Field Assignment - DEV/HMT 366
- Two courses (at least one with Field Assignment/Internship) in an area of specialization 32 - 36
- Elective credits that may be required* 0 - 37 *Check with centre academic advisor for options
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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN INTERCULTURAL STUDIES >
- The Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies prepares students with the cultural, linguistic and ministry skills for living as the community of God’s reconciled people, serving as ministers of reconciliation and healing in our intercultural world. Learning is both broader and deeper than the AA in these areas, and requires the 3 core curriculum courses. Much of the study will be done on the field in the context of a cross-cultural team in a culture/nation the student is planning to reach.
- Prerequisites 19 - 24
- Core Courses: Bible, Communication, Applied Christian Thinking 36
- One Course and its associated Field Assignment selected from the following 20 - 24
- Introduction to Ethnolinguistics and Cultural Studies - HMT 231
- Introduction to Ethnolinguistics and Cultural Studies F/A - HMT 232
- Foundations for Intercultural Studies - HMT 271
- Foundations for Intercultural Studies Field Assignment - HMT 272
- One option selected from the following 6 - 24
- Approved language and cultural study (transfer credit)
- Field Based Language Acquisition Internship Phase 1 - HMT 233
- One option selected from the following 12
- Elective credits that may be required* 0 - 43 *Check with college academic advisor for options
Total144
Additional Notes:Additional requirement for graduation: the student must present evidence of competency in the language studied; in many cases it may be necessary to complete more than 2 terms (24 weeks) of study. No extra credit for language study is available in this case.
If you have completed courses that you believe might fulfill, or nearly fulfill a previously listed degree from this college, please contact the college academic advisor.
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Youth With a Mission
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International Committee
- Ricardo Rodriguez (Santiago, Chile)
- David Stabler (Orlando, FL, USA)
- Jan Warren (Perth, Australia)
- Sindre Værnes (Grimerud, Norway)
- Jill Thornton (Nuneaton, England)
- Richard Blake (Perth, Australia)
- Samuel Kefas Sarpiya ()