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DOCTOR OF MISSIOLOGY
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

The AGST Intercultural Studies programs provide mission leaders opportunities to reflect on their experience, to research, and to integrate their learning in order to equip the next generation of Christian cross-cultural workers and strategies

PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION

The Doctor of Missiology and Ph.D-Intercultural Studies are designed to provide quality advanced training in missiology for qualified men and women. The program will prepare individuals for leadership position in mission organizations and local churches with well-developed missions programs; faculty for theological schools in intercultural studies; and researchers and specialists in missiology for the church in Asia and beyond.

PROGRAM
OBJECTIVES

  • To understand the biblical, theological, historical, sociological and anthropological foundations for missionary ministry;
  • To understand the religious and cultural settings in which missionary ministries are conducted in Asia;
  • To demonstrate the qualities of character and leadership skills necessary for effective missionary ministry;
  • To articulate a philosophy of missionary ministry and develop appropriate strategies for the cross-cultural setting to which God has called them;
  • To demonstrate the ability to undertake original research and engage in critical thinking and theological reflection in at least one core area of missiological study.

Doctor of Missiology

Designed for missionaries, mission leaders and educators

SCOPE OF THE COURSE

  1. 42 UNITS, 3-4 YEARS
  2. CORE 15 UNITS
  3. TUTORIALS (4) – 18 UNITS
  4. DISSERTATION – 9 UNITS

SUBJECTS

  1. THEOLOGY OF MISSIONS
  2. CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
  3. MISSIOLOGICAL SEMINAR
  4. DISSERTATION PROPOSAL SEMINAR
  5. HISTORIOGRAPHIC OR ETHNOGRAPHIC RESEARCH

HOST SCHOOL

Asian Theological Seminary (ATS)
54 Scout Madriñan, South Triangle, Quezon City 1103, Philippines
PHONE: (632) 928-6717, 928-6709, 928-5105
FAX: (632) 928-5114
EMAIL: info@mail.ats.ph

Doctor of Philosophy – Intercultural Studies

Designed for graduate level educators and researchers

SCOPE OF THE COURSE

  1. (60 UNITS, 4-7 YEARS
  2. CORE 24 UNITS
  3. TUTORIALS (6) – 27 UNITS
  4. DISSERTATION – 9 UNITS

SUBJECTS

  1. THEOLOGY OF MISSIONS
  2. CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
  3. MISSIOLOGY SEMINAR
  4. DISSERTATION PROPOSAL SEMINAR
  5. HISTORIOGRAPHIC RESEARCH
  6. ETHNOGRAPHIC RESEARCH
  7. LEADERSHIP DVELOPMENT AND CULTURE
  8. CURRICULUM DESIGN AND DELIVERY

HOST SCHOOL

Biblical Seminary of the Philippines (BSOP)
POBOx 11, 1469 Valenzuela, Philippines
Phone: (632) 292-6795

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Academic Requirements

Applicants must have a Master of Arts or a Master of Divinity in Missions or Intercultural Studies with a GPA of at least B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale; 1.75 on a 3.0 scale from a recognized/accredited school. Graduates of other M.A./M.Div. degrees may have to take additional missiological, Biblical and theological courses. Extensive cross-cultural missions experience may receive credit of up to 9 semester units in lieu of the required missiological course work .

Application Procedures
  • AGST—Intercultural Studies program application form with 2”x2” ID picture;
  • Official transcripts of credits covering all college/university and graduate work sent directly by the issuing school
  • A health certificate indicating physical fitness to pursue seminary studies
  • Financial Statement indicating how studies and personal/living expenses will be financed, including commitments from supporting institution and individuals
  • Letters of recommendation from the Academic Dean and a Professor of Missiology or Practical Theology from the applicant’s previous seminary experience, and a missionary or missions administrator who is familiar with the applicant’s current ministry.
  • A TOEFL or ATS /BSOP English proficiency test result of at least 550..
  • A quality research paper (4,000-5,000 words or 18-20 pages) on any missiological topic written by the applicant reflecting a graduate level research and writing skill. This could be a paper previously written for a course or one written specifically for entrance in the program and related to the desired study program of the applicant.
  • Statement of Christian Experience, Vocational Objectives, & Preliminary Research Proposal
Financial Information

Application Fee (non-refundable) – USD35

Tuition Fee per unit – USD75

Registration Fee – USD50

Residency Fee per semester – USD50

Library Fee per semester – USD30

Administrative Fee per semester – USD60

Graduation Fee – USD35

FACULTY

Larry Caldwel

PhD

USA

Jay Hallowell

D.Miss

Philippines

Anne Harper

D.Miss

Philippines

Richard Hart

PhD

Jordan

Eunice
Irwin

PhD

USA

Chris
Joll

PhD

New Zealand

Anne Kwantes

PhD

Canada

Theresa
Lua

EdD

Philippines

Glicerio Manzano

D.Miss

USA

Harold Netland

PhD

Philippines

Chiu EngTan

PhD

Philippines

Pieter Theron

ThD

Mongolia

Sadiri Joy Tira

D.Min., D.Miss

Canada

Enoch
Wan

PhD

USA

COMMUNICATIONS

For application forms (D.Miss. application form: download here) and inquiries please contact:

Dr. Glicerio M. Manzano, Jr.

D. Missiology Program Director/Joint Program Coordinator
Email: glicmanzano@yahoo.com
Tel.: Office: (63-2) 928-6717
Mobile: (63) 916-557-9604

Dr Jason Richard Tan

Ph.D. Program Director
Email: ics.agstphil@gmail.com
Tel. Office: (63-2) 292-6795

Dr. Romerlito C. Macalinao

AGST Dean
Email: dean.agst@gmail.com
Tel. Office: (63-2) 668 1906