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U W I F F A M a g a z i n e | L i f e C AR E E R S Faculty of Food and Agriculture
Life
CAREERS
Special Issue
Faculty of Food and Agriculture | Office of the Dean | Tel: 662-2002 ext. 82600/82112 | Email: careers.ffa@sta.uwi.edu
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F rom the olden days of the Imperial College of
Tropical Agriculture (ICTA) in 1923, a re-
engineered agricultural learning institution, The
Faculty of Food and Agriculture (FFA) has
evolved. The Faculty, which serves all UWI
member countries has always embraced three
priority mandates: undergraduate and post
graduate training, research and outreach.
Today, the Faculty has recognized the need
to expand its disciplinary base to address
contemporary needs. In this vein, its on-going
development effort has borne fruit through critical
human resources training as well as its newly
introduced Programmes in Human Ecology,
Agribusiness Management, Geo-spatial and
Human Sciences, Environmental and Natural
Resource Management for sustainable
development and livelihood, and other cutting
edge programmes.
It is the mission of the FFA to not only prepare
graduates for work, but for life!
PROGRESSION OF THE FFA
Preparing Graduates for Life and Work...
A renaissance in learning- the Faculty of Food and Agriculture (FFA) has evolved into a new configuration which
now includes a range of interlocked disciplines and themes.
Apply now and start
your Life Career
with the FFA!
APPLY HERE: http://sta.uwi.edu/admissions/undergrad/how_to_apply_online.asp
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Who will lead the production of safe, healthy, nutritious food?
Graduates of FFA can!
The Facts
The planet’s ability to provide for sustained existence is challenged by…
Unprecedented human population size and unchecked growth rate,
Sustained changes in the environment including the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the
atmosphere and oceans, driving global warming and the disruption of global weather patterns
which severely impact on food production,
Low levels of technology use in Caribbean agriculture in a predominantly small farm setting
coupled with ageing farmers,
Growth in the obese population with increasing proportion of overall population suffering from
lifestyle diseases,
High food import bill throughout the Caribbean, dominated by Trinidad and Tobago, Haiti, Jamaica
and the Bahamas,
The region’s vulnerability to natural hazards and their after effects,
Dependence on service and in some cases, energy industries which are prone to cyclical trends and
economic shocks.
In spite of these daunting challenges, the Caribbean community is committed to
sustained economic development and social and cultural transformation of the region.
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Who will save the environment?
The Faculty of Food and Agriculture through it’s exciting
programmes plays a pivotal role in the region’s effort to chart
and maintain a sustainable development path.
YOU CAN BE A PART OF THIS!
The FFA applies knowledge and technology in the sustainable management of food production
activities.
BE PART OF THE KNOWLEDGE GENERATION & TECHNOLOGY CREATION!
The FFA provides highly trained human resources in relevant fields to
meet the Caribbean’s development needs in the immediate future.
TAKE A LEAD IN SOLVING THE REGION’S PROBLEMS!
In Animal Science and Production:-
Animal Nutrition and Tropical Forages
Sheep behaviour as it relates to temperature fluctuation
Selected neo-tropical wildlife
Reproductive anatomy and physiology, and captive
rearing behaviour and performance
Root Crops:-
Investigation on root crops including value chain aspect
Research on breadfruit
Biodiversity studies, agronomy product development
and assessment
Plant health and disease:-
Weed and pest management
Postharvest handling and shelf-life enhancement
Tropical soils:-
Soil physical and chemical properties
Soil microbiology, fertility & carbon capturing features
Studies on compost microbes populations
Human Nutrition:-
Childhood Obesity among Trinidadian pre-schoolers
Active research programmes in both physical and
human geographical fields:-
Flood risk investigation of Caroni Basin
Impacts of sea-level rise on coastal communities
Behaviour of school aged children
There is hope through education!
Research Areas
Graduates of FFA can!
U W I F F A M a g a z i n e | L i f e C AR E E R S
BSC GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL AND
NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
LIFE CAREERS:
Natural Resource Manager
Range/Forestry Manager
Restoration Ecologist
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Environmental Restoration Planner
Coastal and Estuary Specialist
Forest Restoration Specialist
Watershed Management Specialist
Fish and Wildlife Specialist
Climate Change Analyst
Agri-Tourism Specialist
Extension Educator in Natural Resources
Management
Scientist
Teacher
BSC GENERAL GEOGRAPHY
LIFE CAREERS:
Urban Planner
Community Developer
Cartographer
GIS Specialist
Transportation Manager
Writer/Researcher
Teacher
Demographer
Market Researcher
Real Estate Appraiser
Scientist
Climate Change Analyst
Climatologist/Meteorologist
Crisis Management Director
Foreign Service/International Aid
Nature Conservation Officer
Commercial/Residential Surveyor
Logistics & Distribution Manager
Development Specialist
GET READY TO EXPLORE...
Student Liaison: Mrs. Cheryl Layne | cheryl.layne@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82600 Faculty Website: http://sta.uwi.edu/ffa/ | Dean’s Office: careers.ffa@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82112
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BSC GENERAL AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY
LIFE CAREERS:
Agricultural Technologist
Aquaculture Systems Specialist
Soil Scientist/Soil Surveyor
Plant Geneticist/Breeder
Aquaculture Technologist
Seed Analyst
Animal Geneticist and Breeder
Scientist/Researcher/Teacher
Seed/Fertilizer Specialist
Propagation Manager
Microbiologist
Agronomist
Extension Specialist
Pest Management Specialist
BSC AGRICULTURE
LIFE CAREERS:
Propagation Manager
Microbiologist
Agronomist
Extension Specialist
Livestock Farmer
Foodcrop Farmer
Fish Farmer
Forester
Weed Scientist
Nematologist
Rural Sociologist
Animal Nutritionist
Agricultural Engineer
Orchard Grower
Logging Engineer
Plant Quarantine Officer
Agricultural Officer
Teacher/Journalist
Consultant
Post-Harvest Technologist
Farm Manager
Agricultural Entrepreneur
Farm Management Consultant
Policy/Programme Planner
Plant Pathologist
THE JOURNEY CONTINUES...
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Landscape Architect/Designer
Urban Planner
Events Manager—Décor Specialist
Grower/Nursery Operator
Botanist/Florist
Commercial/Resort Landscaper,
Sports Field Designer/Manager
Grass Seed Specialist,
Crop Protection Advisor
Private/Public/Therapeutic Horticulturist
Environmental Conservationist
Eco-Tourism Coordinator
...start in the Faculty of Food and Agriculture!
Faculty Website: http://sta.uwi.edu/ffa/ Student Liaison: Mrs. Cheryl Layne | cheryl.layne@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82600
Dean’s Office: careers.ffa@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82112/82113
BSC GENERAL TROPICAL LANDSCAPING…
A unique and new programme in the region
LIFE CAREERS:
PLOT YOUR EXCITING PATH...
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FROM CSEC TO A DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE!
The Undergraduate Diploma in Agriculture (UDA) gives you the knowledge and skills to become a
modern day food producer, qualify for a job as an agricultural technician in the public and private sectors,
become a food processor or even a career in the marketing of agriproducts…opportunities abound.
A 2- year full time programme requiring only CSEC passes in Mathematics and English Language, in
addition to passes in three other subjects, one of which may be a science subject.
Graduates of the UDA can enrol for the BSc programmes in Agriculture and complete it in only 2 years.
FULLY GATE APPROVED
IMAGINE, FOUR YEARS FROM CSEC TO A DEGREE IN AGRICULTURE. THIS COULD BE YOU!
U W I F F A M a g a z i n e | L i f e C AR E E R S
BSC GENERAL AGRIBUSINESS/ AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT
LIFE CAREERS:
Agricultural/Environmental Economist
Business/Research Analyst
Financial Credit Resource Manager
UN Development Economist
Agro Processor
Marketing Advisor
Agricultural Advertising Specialist
Farm News Reporter
Photographer
Public Relations Officer
Extension Officer
Farm Management Consultant
Communications Specialist
Finance & Operations Manager
Agro-Industry Consultant
Rural Development Specialist
Development Banker
Commodities Trader
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BSC GENERAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
LIFE CAREERS:
Production Manager
Farm Manager
Greenhouse/Nursery Manager
Hatchery Manager
Brand Inspector
Quality Assurance Inspector
Agricultural Consultant
Product Developer
Agricultural Chemicals Distributor
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BSC GENERAL FOODS & FOOD SERVICE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT
LIFE CAREERS:
Food Sanitarian
Food Inspector
Food Researcher
Nutrition Aide
Dietician
Food & Nutrition Teacher
Food Product Developer
Food Journalist
Food Microbiologist
Community Outreach Officer
Extension Educator– Health &
Human Sciences
Hospital Food Service Director
Weight Management Specialist
Nutritionist (Sport/Medical)
Nutrient Management Specialist
Food Equipment Designer/Engineer
Food Production Manager
Restaurant/Banquet Manager
Kitchen Supervisor
Food Service Director
Dining Room Administrator
Food Supplier/Wholesaler
Food Advertising Specialist
Food Scientist
Grocery Store Manager
Food Technologist
Health Inspector
Consumer Safety Inspector
Shipping Point Inspector
Food Inspector
Caterer
Food Demonstrator
Restaurant Host/Hostess
Food Photojournalist
BSC GENERAL NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES/
BSC HUMAN NUTRITION & DIETETICS
LIFE CAREERS:
AAA Department of Department of Department of
gricultural Economics gricultural Economics gricultural Economics & Extension& Extension& Extension
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BSC GENERAL FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES/ BSC HUMAN ECOLOGY
LIFE CAREERS:
All programmes are
GATE approved!
Combine Majors to
meet your desired
goal!
Consumer Safety Inspector
Food Inspector
Food Sanitarian
Interior Designer
Fashion Designer/Stylist
Food Stylist
Food Broker
Extension Educator
Youth Development Officer
Child Care Officer
Family Life Education
Counselor
Community Outreach Officer
Public Health Nutritionist
Family Resource Management
Advisor
Teacher
FFA Reputation
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FFA Graduates are Leaders
The UWI St. Augustine is known for its excellent research and teaching in Agriculture. The new Faculty
of Food and Agriculture is continuing with this tradition. Through research and publication, the Faculty
contributes to the advancement of knowledge while solving scientific and technical problems directly
relevant to the region. The research of the Faculty is not only published in internationally recognized
journals but also through proceedings of International and regional conferences. In more recent times, its
books are making very important contributions to the advancement of tropical agriculture and
sustainable environment.
Graduates of the FFA have excelled not only in agriculture but in many other areas. Some notable
lawyers and doctors have started their careers with us and eventually branched off. Many have become
lecturers and professors at the UWI and other universities. Even some local politicians and a previous
Minister of Agriculture were once students! Many can be found in the United Nations, especially as
country representatives of the Food and Agriculture Organisation. You too can be a leader…start with us
and let your career evolve...who knows; be a distinguished leader in your field, maybe a Prime Minister
could come out of our Faculty! It could be you!
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Students have the opportunity to engage communities in programmes:-
Annual training programme for Plant Quarantine staff on a regional
level.
Short courses for Agriculturists in the region on a wide variety of
relevant topics.
Student collaboration with Habitat for Humanity; teaching commu-
nities about home gardening and landscaping.
Student visits to regional countries such as Guyana and Cuba.
Student exchange programmes with foreign Universities such as
The University of Madison (Wisconsin) and the
University of Florida.
New Outreach Approach by FFA
STUDENT WITH CUBAN FARMER
STUDENTS AT CONFERENCE IN WASHINGTON, USA STUDENTS TOURING SUGAR FACTORY IN GUYANA
STUDENTS IN ISRAEL
STUDENT IN SOUTH KOREA
LECTURER AND STUDENT IN TURKEY
EXCHANGE STUDENTS ON FIELD TOUR
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Contact Us: Faculty Website: http://sta.uwi.edu/ffa/
Student Liaison: Mrs. Cheryl Layne | cheryl.layne@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82600
Dean’s Office: careers.ffa@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82112/82113
A publication of the Faculty of Food and Agriculture | Office of the Dean Layout and Design : Ms. Tharā Gabriel | Photography: Mr. Terry Sampson & contributors | Editor: Dr Wayne Ganpat
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