4. What types of degrees are offered in the UCC Online degree programme? The UCC Online programme offers a Bachelor’s degree in the following areas: • Business Administration • Information Technology • Human Resource Management • Marketing And Graduate Degree Programmes: • •
Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration (CEMBA). Commonwealth Executive Master of Public Administration (CEMPA).
A programme of study may be withdrawn in the event of under-enrollment in a given programme. 5. What will I need to take an online class? Generally, you’ll need a computer with access to the Internet and an email account. High Speed Internet Connectivity (ADSL) with a minimum bandwidth of 2MB for online courses is best to handle online courses because these courses typically use streaming video, audio and podcasts to deliver information. As such, dial up Internet access is typically too slow to handle distance education. 6. How do I apply for a UCC Online degree programme? Visit the UCC website and click on the link: http://www.ucc.edu.jm/prospective/getstarted/apply-online/ to apply Step 1: Complete all relevant fields Step 2: Print and sign application form Step3: Scan and send your completed application form to programmeapplications@ucc.edu.jm Applicants will then be contacted via email by a member of the Registry staff with relevant follow up and a decision on admission is usually made within a month or less. 7. How do I get my textbooks and other course materials? Students will have to purchase the required textbooks via online bookstores, UCC established centres or traditional bookstores. Lecturers will send other course materials such as e-texts as necessary. 8. •
How do I interact with course instructors/lecturers? Asynchronously – your interaction is not in real time. This allows you to participate according to your schedule and be geographically apart from the lecturer. This type of interaction usually takes place via email or message boards.
College of Undergraduate Studies Student Handbook This Version Supersedes All Other Versions
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