Thank you for your interest in a study-abroad opportunity at Asia – Pacific Nazarene Theological Seminary (APNTS) a globally engaged institution committed to equipping students for thoughtful leadership, intercultural ministry, and holistic formation.
Located in the heart of Manila, APNTS offers undergraduate students a unique semester of academic rigor, spiritual depth, and cultural immersion. Our programs span theology, childhood development, intercultural studies, community transformation, and leadership, all taught in English by a diverse and experienced faculty.
Students enter a truly global classroom where varied perspectives challenge assumptions and enrich understanding. At APNTS, learning is not confined to lecture halls it’s shaped by community, dialogue, and shared mission. The semester cultivates intellectual growth, spiritual maturity, and intercultural competence, preparing students for meaningful engagement in today’s complex world.
Academic Credit & Course Offerings
Students get 12 to 15 credits by joining a few selected classes. The classes are different each term and may include things like:
- Cultural Anthropology
- Urban Theology
- Christian Formation
- Introduction to Intercultural Studies
- Intercultural Communication
- Ethnographic Research
- Nazarene Identity (History and Polity)
- Diaspora Missiology
- Theology of Mission
- Mission Contextualization and Strategy
- Introduction to Biblical Studies
- Curriculum Development
Program Advantages:
- Engage in cross-cultural living and learning within a globally diverse community
- Benefit from English-medium instruction across all courses
- Learn from a multi-cultural faculty with rich academic and ministry experience
- Participate in hands-on ministry opportunities in dynamic urban contexts
Requirements:
- Submit a completed application at least one month before the start of the semester
- Be in good academic and disciplinary standing with your current university
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Agree to uphold the APNTS Student Handbook Code of Conduct
Discover Your Path Forward
Our programs are designed to help you grow academically, professionally, and spiritually.
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