29063 FAQBrch - St. George's University

ACADEMIC CHALLENGE
What programs do you offer?
The University currently offers programs in Business Administration or
Accounting, Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Liberal Studies, and Management
Information Systems. St. George’s University and T.A. Marryshow Community
College entered into an affiliation agreement in 2001 whereby all first and
second year courses of the Business, Life Sciences, Premedicine and
Preveterinary Medicine programs are taught and administered both at
St. George’s University and T.A. Marryshow. The remaining year(s) required
for completion of these programs will take place at St. George’s University.
We are currently researching the feasibility of programs in nursing,
information technology, resort management and sports management.
How long are the degree programs?
Degrees offered are modeled after the US system. The programs are four
academic years in length; students must complete a minimum of 120 credits
to obtain a bachelor’s degree. Each academic year has two terms, and an
average student carries five courses per term. Most courses are three credits,
allowing the average student to obtain 15 credits a term, 30 credits a year
and 120 credits over four years.
ADMISSIONS CHALLENGE
What are your admission requirements?
A student must have 5 CXC or Ordinary Level passes or the equivalent of
a high school or secondary school diploma. The student should be proficient
in English, and certain majors may require a math background. We look
for mature students who have the desire to further their education.
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