Bible Translation Courses

Foundational Skills

• LIN 200 - Introduction to Linguistics
• BCM 216 - Contemporary Developments in World Missions

Intermediate proficiency in a foreign language (level 201 and 202)

• French is recommended for Africa (FRE 201, FRE 202)
• Mandarin is recommended for Asia (MAN 201, MAN 202)
• Spanish is recommended for Latin/South America (SPN 201, SPN 202)
• Other language in consultation with program directors

 

Cultural and Interpersonal Awareness

• COM 248 - Intercultural Communication

Plus one of the following:

• COM 242 - Interpersonal Communication
• LIN 301 - Sociolinguistics
• PSY 243 - Social Psychology
• SOC 221 - Power, Prestige and Poverty
• SOC 328 - Sociology of Religion

Historical or Political Context

One of the following:

• BCM 215 - Foundations for Global Christianity
• HIS 245 - History of Africa
• HIS 250 - History of Latin America
• HIS 344 - Classical Islam and the Middle East
• POL 219 - Politics of the Developing World
• POL 324 - Politics and History of Latin America
• POL 349 - Religion and International Affairs
• POL 416 / ECB 416 - International Political Economy Credits: 4 

Experiential Learning Capstone

One of the following sequences after intermediate language proficiency has been attained:

• BCM 225 - Preparation for World Missions Credits: 2 and eight-week mission practicum (BCM 425 , BCM 426 , credits variable)
• Semester-long study abroad in a language other than English

Note:

Additional coursework may be suggested depending on the student's interests and in consultation with the program directors.