Intercultural Studies (Missions) Major (BA/BS)

The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Intercultural Studies (Missions) degrees are for students who desire to serve both nationally and internationally through missions, relief, or development work.

Course Convenience

DBU offers classes in a variety of formats, including:

  • Classroom
  • Hybrid (Classroom and Online)*
  • Online*

*Selected courses are available in the formats listed. View the current Schedule of Classes for specific courses.

Classes Start

Generally, classes begin four times a year:

  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter

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Travel Opportunities

In addition to mission trips, DBU periodically offers students travel opportunities to earn course credit.

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Undergraduate students majoring the Intercultural Studies (Missions) learn about

  • Community development
  • Social structures
  • Skills needed to facilitate social change
  • Cultural stress
  • Intercultural relationships

DBU's Intercultural Studies (Missions) Program prepares students to

  • Understand and analyze essential elements of any culture or subculture
  • Work and minister effectively in various cultural contexts from both social and Christian perspectives