Sophia Francis

University of Technology, Jamaica

The University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech, Ja.), formerly the College of Arts, Science and Technology (CAST) renowned for providing quality education, incorporating art, culture, sports, and technology to enhance the academic experience. Recognized as Jamaica's first National University it continues to produce rounded individuals who are highly sought after graduates. Our academic offerings and development have been modeled with emphasis on flexibility of approach, work-based learning and professional linkages through our two (3) Colleges and five (5) Faculties. We offer a wide range of Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate and Post- Graduate programmes in Architecture, Construction, Business Administration, Computing and Information Technology, Dental Care, Entrepreneurship, Economics, Engineering (Agricultural, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical), Education, Pharmacy, Law, Sport Sciences and Management, and Hospitality and Tourism Management. Flexibility in our academic offerings is reflected in the semesterisation of our modules in our undergraduate programmes. UTech's student athlete sports programme provides opportunities for participation in inter-collegiate and intramural competitions in 12 major sports including Track and Field, Soccer, Cricket, Field Hockey, Netball, Basketball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Volleyball and Badminton. We have now earned the title of "Home of World Class Athletes".