T H E UN I V E R S I T Y OF TE CHNO L OGY , J AMA I CA – ST UD E NT HANDBOOK 2024– 2025 ii On registering, each student at the University of Technology, Jamaica formally agrees to observe and obey all the policies and rules governing students and the operation of the University. The University has the right to change any information appearing in this or any other publication relating to admission, its courses of study, continuation of study, fees, the requirements for the granting of degrees, diplomas, or certificates and any other matter. New and returning students are required to familiarise themselves with the information in the Student Handbook. Student Services and Registry University of Technology, Jamaica 237 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6, Jamaica, West Indies. Telephone: (876)927-1680–8 Fax: (876) 977-4388 E-Mail: regist@utech.edu.jm Website: www.utechjamaica.edu.jm Facebook: https://facebook.com/utech.registrar Twitter: https://twitter.com/UTechRegistrar Printed & Published September 2024 IMPORTANT NOTICE
Message from the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Message from the Registrar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Message from the Students’ Union President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 College, Faculty Personnel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Mission and Vision of the University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 The Emblem and its Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Academic Calendar Year 2024/2025 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Schedule of College/Faculty Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 I NTRODUC TION TO THE UNIVERSIT Y / 18 Introduction to the University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 The People’s University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Campuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Franchise and Outreach Institutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 GOVERNANCE / 23 University Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 The Academic Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Academic Affairs Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Colleges and Faculties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Academic Organisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 College of Business & Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 College of Health Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Faculty of Education and Liberal Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Faculty of Engineering and Computing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Faculty of Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 “EXC E L L E NC E THROUGH KNOWL E DG E ” iii TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION A: INTRODUCTION TO THE UNIVERSITY GOVERNANCE
Faculty of Science and Sport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Faculty of The Built Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Joint Colleges of Medicine, Oral Health and Veterinary Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 School of Graduate Studies Research and Entrepreneurship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 College/Faculty Student Academic Affairs Committee (C/FSAAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 UTech Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Academic Management Support Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Division of Student Services and Registry / 36 Division of Student Services and Registry Personnel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Office of the Registrar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 University Secretariat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Student Relations Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Academic Services Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Office of Admissions and Enrolment Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 University Examinations Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Student Records Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Scheduling Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Office of the Assistant Registrar – Western Campus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 S TUDENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT / 41 Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Student Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Special Needs Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Chaplaincy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Accommodation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Career & Placement Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Counselling Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 International Students’ Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 T H E UN I V E R S I T Y OF TE CHNO L OGY , J AMA I CA – ST UD E NT HANDBOOK 2024– 2025 TAB L E OF CONT E NT S iv SECTION B: DIVISION OF STUDENT SERVICES & REGISTRY
S UPPORT S ERVICES FOR STUDENTS / 56 Caribbean Poison Information Network (CARPIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Co-operative Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Cynthia Shako Early Childhood Education and Day Care Centre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Department of Community Service and Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Graduate Student Lounge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Integrated Student Administrative System (ISAS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Joan Duncan School of Entrepreneurship, Ethics and Leadership (JDSEEL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Language Teaching & Research Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Library Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Legal Advice Centre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Medical Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Office of the Customer Service Advocate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Operational Guidelines for Attendance at Scheduled Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Printery/Bindery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Shelly-Ann Fraser Assessment Centre For Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Technology Innovation Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 UTech Ja Alumni Relations Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 UTech Ja Centre for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 UTech Ja Foundations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 UTech Ja Online-Blended Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 UTech Ja Online Learning Management Systems (LMS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 UTech Ja Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 UTech Ja Rehabilitation Centre for Children with Exceptionalities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 UTech Ja Licence for Marijuana Research. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Wellness Centre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 “EXC E L L E NC E THROUGH KNOWL E DG E ” TAB L E OF CONT E NT S v SECTION C: SUPPORT SERVICES FOR STUDENTS’ DEVELOPMENT
S TUDENT FINANCIAL S ERVICES / 81 Student Financing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Fee Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Tuition Fees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Ancillary Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Procedures for Generating Invoices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Registration Census Date. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 How to Pay Your Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Fee Payment Procedures for Scholarship Recipients. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Fee Payment Procedures for Sponsored Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Fee Payment Procedures For Staff Members & Dependents of Staff Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Fee Payment Procedures for Earn & Study Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Guidelines For Tuition Rebate and Cash Prize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 General Procedures for Financial Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Penalties For Non-Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 The Students' Loan Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Students’ Refunds Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Withdrawal – Short Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Payments for Books and Special Non-Tuition Allowances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Students’ Union Performance Based Reward (PBR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Financial Aid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Scholarships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Student Welfare Grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Earn and Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Fee Payment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 R EGISTR ATION & E NROLMENT / 115 Registered Student – Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Enrolment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Deferrals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 T H E UN I V E R S I T Y OF TE CHNO L OGY , J AMA I CA – ST UD E NT HANDBOOK 2024– 2025 TAB L E OF CONT E NT S vi SECTION D: STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES REGISTRATION AND ENROLMENT
Course Withdrawal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Online Add /Drop Electronic Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Enrolment Procedures for Graduate Studies Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Payment Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Payment Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Financial Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Extension of Registration for Graduate Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 S TUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES / 121 Class Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Dress Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 E XAMINATIONS / 122 Examination Timetable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Examination Clashes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Policy on the Rescheduling of Examinations for Students Representing University during Scheduled Examination Sessions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Registration on Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Examination Receipts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Identification for Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Absence from Examinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Official Notification of Examination Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Lost Examination Grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Examination Grade Review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Re-do Examination Policy and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Registration for Re-do Examinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 External Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Externally-Moderated Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Completion of Instructor/Course Evaluation Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Projects Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Instructions for Candidates Taking Examinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Examination of Graduate Theses and Dissertations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Supervision of Graduate Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 “EXC E L L E NC E THROUGH KNOWL E DG E ” TAB L E OF CONT E NT S vii SECTION E: STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES & EXAMINATIONS
Identification Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Procedures For Lost Identification Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 University Security Guard Force . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Safety and Surveillance Equipment in Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Disaster Management, Emergency Responses and Safety Drills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Parking Regulations and Security Gate Passes For Motor Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Speed Limit & Motor Vehicle Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Parking Violation Tickets and Clamping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Marijuana Use and Controlled Substance Abuse on Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Illicit Gaming and Gambling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Halls of Residence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Campus Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Stickers/Posters in Unauthorized Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Removal of Chairs From Classrooms/Tampering with University Assets & Fixtures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Loss and Found Processes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 S TUDENT LI FE / 144 Dining Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Sports and Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Inter-collegiate Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 UTech Ja Classic Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Students’ Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Welfare and Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 The Students’ Activity Centre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Community Outreach Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Clubs and Societies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Students’ Union Council Members. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 G R ADUAT ION I NFORMATION / 154 Registration for Graduation Ceremony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 T H E UN I V E R S I T Y OF TECHNOLOGY , J AMA I CA – ST UD E NT HANDBOOK 2024– 2025 TAB L E OF CONT E NT S viii S ECURIT Y / 132 SEC TION F: SECURIT Y & STUDENT LIFE SECTION G: GRADUATION INFORMATION PRESIDENT’S HONOUR ROLL AND DEAN’S LIST SECURI TY / 136
Circumstances Affecting Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Requirements for Granting of Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 P RES IDENT ’ S H ONOUR R OLL AND DEAN’ S L I ST / 155 President’s Honour Roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Dean’s List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Types of Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Compilation of Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 R EGULAT ION 3 – AC ADEMIC P ROGRESS AND GR ANT ING OF AWARDS / 158 Student Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Academic Terminology Policies and Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Academic Progress and Granting of Awards for Undergraduate Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Evaluation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Classes of Academic Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Community Service Programme (CSP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Policy for Effecting Student Name Change. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 ACADEMIC PROGRESS AND G R ANTING OF AWARDS FOR GRADUATE S TUDENTS / 172 Post-Graduate Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Post-Graduate Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Masters Degree. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Master of Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Professional or Taught Doctorates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Doctor of Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Calculation of Continuation Fees for Graduate Research Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Continuation Fees for Taught Graduate Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Grading System – Graduate Students. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Grading Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Graduate Academic Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 “EXC E L L E NC E THROUGH KNOWL E DG E ” TAB L E OF CONT E NT S ix SECTION H: IMPORTANT REGULATIONS AND ORDINANCE 1999/14
REGULAT ION 4 – REGULATIONS GOVERNING EXAMINATION IN COURSES OF STUDY / 176 Appointment of College/Faculty Board of Examiners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 External Examiners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Appointment of External Examiners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Appointment of School/Internal Examination Panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Publication of Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Retention of Examination Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Review of Decisions on Academic Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Presentation of Evidence of Extenuating Circumstances. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Dissertations/Major Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Regulation 4: Examination Procedure Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 REGULAT ION 5 – CONDI T IONS AND PROCEDURES GOVERNING STUDENT ACADEMIC M I SCONDUC T / 186 General Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Academic Misconduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Categories of Academic Misconduct. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Procedural Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Academic Misconduct Inquiry Panel (AMIP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Appeals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Right to Representation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Sanctions/Penalties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Confidentiality Clause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 O RDINANCE 1999/14 – STUDENT D I SCIPL INE / 200 Responsibility for Discipline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Breach of Discipline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Offences: Jurisdiction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Disciplinary Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Suspension or Exclusion by the President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 T H E UN I V E R S I T Y OF TE CHNO L OGY , J AMA I CA – ST UD E NT HANDBOOK 2024 – 2025 TAB L E OF CONT E NT S x
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1 I t is my pleasure to welcome new and returning students for the 2024/2025 Academic Year. Welcome to this exciting new chapter The Mission of our University is “to positively impact Jamaica, the wider Caribbean and elsewhere, through high quality learning opportunities for students, and value added solutions to government, industry and communities.” We are dedicated to this pursuit, and I invite our students to actively participate in this Mission, throughout your university sojourn. Recognized for our commitment to international education standards, UTech, Jamaica received Institutional Accreditation from the University Council of Jamaica (UCJ) in 2018. We take pride in our track record of producing over 65,000 industry-ready graduates, equipped not only with technical competence but also with the ability to drive social and economic transformation. In the emerging digital era defined by Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and robotics, your journey at UTech, Jamaica begins at a pivotal moment in history, where our academic programmes continue to evolve in step with these transformations. As you embark on your transformative education experience at UTech, Jamaica, your journey will not only provide you with the dream of earning a degree in your chosen field but will also shape your future. I encourage you to embrace every opportunity to dream big, to be curious, creative and to think differently. This is your chance to both learn and to innovate meaningful solutions to impact the world around you. PRESIDENT ’S MESSAGE DR. KEVIN BROWN at Jamaica’s national and premier STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) University. Over our 66-year history, UTech, Jamaica has been pivotal in shaping technology and innovation in alignment with our national development agenda. By choosing UTech, Jamaica for your tertiary education, you have embarked on a transformative educational journey that promises lifelong growth and development. As new students, you join a tradition of "Excellence through Knowledge" in a supportive, stimulating, and diverse academic environment filled with enriching opportunities. “EXC E L L E NC E THROUGH KNOWL E DG E ”
2 We look forward to you successfully completing your studies and joining the ranks of graduates who are contributing to local and global development. As you diligently pursue your academic goals, I urge you to uphold UTech, Jamaica’s Core Values of Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Service, Excellence, Innovation and Team Spirit. I also encourage you to explore all that the university has to offer by participating in various aspects of university life that align with your interests, including student leadership, myriad competitions, clubs and societies, sports and cultural activities, as well as volunteer and community service initiatives – all of which will contribute to your personal development and enrich your experience. I extend my best wishes to all new and returning students for a successful, enjoyable, and rewarding academic year. Dr. Kevin Brown President PRESIDENT ’S MESSAGE CONT'D T H E UN I V E R S I T Y OF TECHNOLOGY , J AMA I CA – ST UD E NT HANDBOOK 2024 – 2025
3 It is with immense pleasure that I welcome our new, transfer and returning students to the University of Technology, Our mandate is to cultivate professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment, guided by our motto of “Excellence through Knowledge.” We aim to produce graduates who will be responsible and respected leaders, committed to advancing our nation and beyond. The Division of Student Services and Registry is here to support your journey to success. We uphold the University’s Core Values of Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Service, Excellence, Innovation, and Team Spirit, and continuously seek ways to enhance our services. As you embark on this journey, remember that your dedication and hard work will shape your experience and success. Embrace every chance to excel academically, engage in extracurricular activities, and build valuable connections. I encourage you to thoroughly read the Student Handbook and familiarize yourself with the Regulations and Policies that will govern your studentship. Stay informed about ongoing and upcoming activities by keeping tuned-in to information shared by the various faculties and administrative offices through the various communication media such as your student portal, faculty notice-boards, and social media pages Once again, welcome! Pursue your academic aspirations with determination and aim for excellence and best wishes for a rewarding and successful academic year! MARION BROWN UNIVERSITY REGISTRAR'S MESSAGE Jamaica for the Academic Year 2024/2025. We are thrilled to have you join our vibrant community of tertiary learners. Your decision to study at the University of Technology, Jamaica opens the door to a world of opportunities, given our worldclass faculty, fully accredited and globally recognised programmes and students who exhibit a strong commitment to fostering impactful change and determination to make a difference in our global society. “EXC E L L E NC E THROUGH KNOWL E DG E ”
4 Welcome to the 2024/25 academic year at the University of Technology, Jamaica! It is with great honor that I serve as your Students’ Union President, representing your interests and advocating for a fulfilling university experience. This year, our Students’ Union Council is guided by the theme “Re-focus, Re-structure, Re-energize.” As we embark on this journey together, we are committed to refocusing on our core mission, which is to ensure that student welfare, academic support, and engagement remain at the heart of everything we do. We recognize the evolving needs of our student body and will actively work to restructure our approach, creating stronger systems that enhance efficiency, accessibility, and RICK DARBY STUDENT'S UNION PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE inclusivity. Above all, we seek to re-energize our campus community, fostering a vibrant and dynamic environment where every student feels empowered to excel. The Students’ Union Council is here to serve Y.O.U. Whether through advocacy, student development programs, social initiatives, or welfare support; we are dedicated to enhancing your university experience. I encourage you to stay engaged, participate in campus life, and make the most of the opportunities available to you. This handbook serves as a valuable resource, providing essential information to help you navigate university life successfully. I urge you to familiarize yourself with its contents and utilize it throughout your tenure. Together, let us embrace this year with purpose, resilience, and a commitment to excellence. Let us Re-focus, Re-structure, and Re-energize for a brighter future. Wishing you all a successful and rewarding academic year! T H E UN I V E R S I T Y OF T ECHNOLOGY , J AMA I CA – ST UD E NT HANDBOOK 2024 – 2025
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In creating the Emblem or Arms, the University sought to reflect its values and focus while maintaining a link with the College of Arts, Science and Technology (CAST). The components, which are generally stylised, are interpreted below: The Doctor Bird (feeding on the hibiscus – a source of sustenance) and pineapples (part of the Jamaica Coat of Arms) symbolize the uniqueness of the institution as the foremost national university. The Lignum vitae, a native Jamaican flower, is abundant on the Liguanea Plains on which the University is located and symbolizes productivity and the capacity to withstand adversity. The sun symbolizes life, light and energy; the mountains – strength, majesty and beauty; the open book on its sides, which follows the contours of the mountains, the generation, accessibility and transfer of knowledge; and the pair of dividers, also a component of the CAST logo – technology and the continuity between CAST and UTech, Ja. The use of the Emblem is guided by the provisions of the Use of Emblem and Graphic Standards Policy which include the following: • The emblem should be used only on official university documents. These include letterheads, faculty brochures and other university stationery. • The emblem should be placed at the top left-hand corner of documents or top centre of degree parchments and certificates issued by the University alone, or the University in collaboration with other academic institutions. • No writing should appear above the emblem or to the left of it. • The original colours (the University colours) should be represented exactly. • The emblem should not be encircled by lines or decorations. Permission to use the emblem must be sought from the Governance Committee through the Registrar. The process which normally takes two weeks is managed by the University Secretariat. Forms are available on the Intranet. The University’s motto, “Magna per artem gesta” is engraved on the emblem. This Latin phase translates to “Excellence through Knowledge”. The University’s motto, “Magna per artem gesta” is engraved on the emblem. This Latin phase translates to “Excellence through Knowledge”. “EXC E L L E NC E THROUGH KNOWL E DG E ” 12 THE EMBLEM AND ITS USE MISSION: “To positively impact Jamaica and the wider Caribbean through high quality learning opportunities, research and value-added solutions to government, industry and communities”. VISION: “We are the #1 University in the Caribbean for work-ready leaders, committed to transforming students and society through high quality teaching, research and value-added services”. TH E MISSION AN D VISION OF THE UNIVERSITY
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