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Welcome to the University College of the Caribbean!

We are extremely happy that you have made UCC your choice for your tertiary education. We take pride in providing world-class learning, a rich and diverse curriculum, dedicated faculty, caring staff and a strong technical support team who are all committed to student success.

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Our Mission

To provide professionally focused tertiary education and training for individuals and organizations through a student centred environment that facilitates the acquisition of knowledge, skills and competencies to compete in a global market place and which fosters a passion for lifelong learning and excellence, thereby enhancing individual and national economic growth and development.

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Introduction In January 2012, we introduced a new

semester system.

The new semester system divides the school year into 2 semesters: SPRING (13 weeks); FALL (13 weeks) and a summer session (6 weeks).

Prior to the start of each semester and the summer session, you will be required to select your courses and register for them on our student management system, AEORION.

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Registration

Remember, to register, follow the instructions sent by the Registry/your Student Coordinator.

Get schedule of courses being offered for the semester by visiting Aeorion under UCC Online (if your are pursuing your course online).

Pre-requisite courses must be satisfied before you can sit higher level courses.

You must register every term.

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Modes of Delivery

UCC will use three modes of delivery:

1. Blended online teaching – i.e. some courses will be offered using online teaching only; others courses will be offered using on-campus teaching.

2. Pure online – i.e. all courses will be offered using online teaching (especially for students in islands without a UCC Centre).

3. On-campus teaching. ALL (except Public Speaking) End-of-

Module examinations will be conducted as face-to-face examinations.

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The Online Mode UCC uses the web-based learning platform

called MOODLE. This platform allows

Lecturers to upload course content Interactive chat sessions and discussion

fora. Students view lecturers’ notes, submit

assignments and sit mid-module exams from the comfort of their home or office computer.

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The Online Mode

Synchronous sessions: Students can communicate with their instructors in ‘real time’ using scheduled chat sessions via Adobe Connect or Skype.

Assessment: Students are assessed by a combination of coursework, research projects and semester examinations like regular students.

Examinations: Administered in a proctored setting.

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Tips for Succeeding as an Online Student

Make sure you have a reliable computer and internet connection.

Devote time to school work. Spend at least 10 hours per week on each (3-credit) course.

Always post on the discussion board on time and every week.

Read the course materials that you are given.

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Tips for Succeeding as an Online Student (cont’d) Read recommended material. Submit assignments early. Participate in Chat Sessions. Keep in touch with your lecturers. Keep in touch with your coordinator. Read your UCC emails and log in to

MOODLE daily.

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Online Support A Student Coordinator is available

weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. (Jamaica time) by telephone and email to handle academic and non-academic student queries e.g. exam dates, missed deadlines, course information, course set up, fee payments.

Technical support with respect to log in password; technical challenges such as screen failure issues.

Access to online library database.

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Placement TestsSome students will be required to sit Placement

Tests Math Placement Test - Pass Mark

50% English Placement Test - Pass Mark

50%

Math Placement Test: Friday, August 17, 2012 @ 10:00 a.m. English Placement Test: Friday, August 17, 2012 @ 1:00 p.m.

TO BE DONE ONLINE for students in the EC & Turks & Caicos (via MOODLE – please await instructions from UCC Coordinator/Exam Manager)

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Adding/Dropping Courses After selection of courses, students may want to add or drop a course. For the Summer Term 2012, the Add/Drop period is May 28 - June 1, 2012.

HOW TO DROP A MODULE• Log on to Aeorion account• Click on “Register for Classes”• Select the term and campus• Click the “Add/Drop” button• Scroll down to the section that shows the modules for which the student is

already registered• Click the “Drop” link to the right of the screen for the module to be

removed• The system should state that the modules will be added to the Add/Drop

checklist.  Click the “OK” Button• Scroll down to the bottom of the screen• Click the checkbox beside “Submit for approval” below “Payment Options”• Click the “NEXT” button• A dialogue box should then appear advising the student that this action

cannot be reversed. 

Then click the “OK” button.

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Adding/Dropping CoursesAfter selection of courses, students may want to add or drop a course.HOW TO ADD A MODULE

Log on to Aeorion account Click on “Register for Classes” Select the term and campus Click the “Add/Drop” button Search for the module(s) to be added, and click the “Reserve” link to the

right of the screen The system should state that the modules will be added to the Add/Drop

checklist.  Click the “OK” Button Scroll down to the bottom of the screen Click the checkbox beside “Submit for approval” below “Payment

Options” Click the “NEXT” button A dialogue box should then appear advising the student that this action

cannot be reversed.  The student should then click the “OK” button.

Students will not be obligated for tuition and other fees

for courses dropped within the specified time-frame.

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Withdrawal

Deferral / Withdrawal/Leave of Absence:

Withdrawal from courses of the University requires approval of the Head of Department.

Students must complete Withdrawal /Leave of Absence/ Deferral form and submit to Student Services Coordinator online.

Please refer to Student Handbook for details.

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Attendance Policy

Participation is extremely important.Letter of explanation / doctor’s certificate

must be supplied for absences.Communicate with Lecturer and Student

Services Coordinator.Student account must be in good standing.For examinations, student must present the

UCC Student ID, Admissions Pass Card & Examination Permit.

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Grading Policy

Must pass both course work and end-of-module (final) exam.

SupplementalSupplemental examinations will no longer

be allowed for courses failed during the Fall semester.

Repeat ModuleComplete Repeat Module form; pay fee.

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Examination Grade Scheme Undergraduate

Course work EOM (Final Exams) Final % Letter Grade

0-49% 0-49% - F

50-100% 0-39% - F

50-100% DNS(Did Not Show)

- F

0-39% 50-100% - F

50-100% 50-100% - A - C

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Miscellaneous Fees

Late Application Fee …………………………………………

US$10.00

Late registration Fee …………………………………………

US$50.00

Copy of Certificates (Official Document Requests)

US$20.00

Grade Appeal Fee/Remark ……………………………… US$20.00

Cumulative Grade Report & Transcript …………… US$5.00

Re-admission Fee …………………………………………… US$5.00

Status Letters/Financial Letters ……………………… US$5.00

Courier service – applicable rates will apply. Rates subject to change without notice.

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Student SupportUCC is ready to serve you. Our experienced and dedicated team of Faculty, Administrative and Technical staff and Partners stand ready to support you and wish you every success in your quest for higher education.

Contact:Jackie Thelwell – Project Director

876-665-3000Nichole Dixon-Jacobs – Programme Coordinator

876-665-4007Sasha Rowe – Programme Officer

876-665-4010Denise Fyffe – E-Learning Administrator

876-665-3000Neil Rhule – MOODLE Technical Support

876-302-7392

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