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Columbia International University Distance Education

Programme Detail: Cultural Anthropology

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Cultural Anthropology
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number ICS/MIS6040
Description This course is designed to introduce the future missionary to the discipline of cultural anthropology and to the study of other cultures. The students will learn concepts and field methods which will help them acquire a good understanding of the society, culture and customs of the people with whom they will work. This understanding will enhance effective communication of the gospel and aid in the development of appropriate missionary methods and strategies.
Keywords missions, intercultural, world view, culture, cultural, differences, nations, Evangelism, outreach, perspective, learning, Biblical, witness, Bible, faith, global, heart, God, impact,
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available International (e.g. distance learning) / All international
Area of Ministry and Focus Transforming Culture, Arts and the Media / History, Philosophy and Other Humanities; Mission and Evangelism / Cross-Cultural Mission and History
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Masters
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost 900
Bursaries/scholarships available No
Actual Length 4 months
Average hours of study per week 3
Methods of instruction CD
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.)
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.)
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork).
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 0
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