Bachelor of Science in Applied Science

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Course Overview

Study Level

Undergraduate

Course duration

Credits

Mode of Delivery

In Person

level 1 est. tuition

JMD$ 461,910 / USD$ 10,479

Location(s)

Papine Campus

The amounts quoted for are the existing fees for the Academic Year 2024/2025 and are subject to changes based on variation in the number of credits assigned to the course of study and the cost per credit at the time of delivery

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Applied Science focuses on applied practical scientific methods. All options are highly analytical in nature and involve strong communication skills and use of knowledge-based systems. The course is designed to produce graduates who, upon graduation, are equipped to contribute at the planning and research level. They will be able to collect, analyze and interpret data and findings in a variety of fields. The graduates of the course will demonstrate an awareness of the importance of integrity, ethics and professionalism in the execution of their profession.

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Course Details

There are three options in the Applied Science Degree: Environmental Science, Industrial and Analytical Chemistry and Forensic Chemistry 

This course of study is composed of 122 credit hours for both the Environmental Science (ES) option and the Industrial and Analytical Chemistry (IAC) option and 121 credit hours for the Forensic chemistry option 

This can be accomplished over eight (8) fifteen (15) week semesters. Full or part-time registration is not determined by the time of day of classes but is dependent on the number of credits registered for per semester. Registering for less than 12 credits will be considered part-time, 12-21 credits will be considered full time.

Number of Credits (included in course design)

FC-121 credits
IAC- 122 credits
ES-122 credits

Course Code

UBSAPSCFXU1A

Entry Requirements

5 CSEC/GCE O-Level passes including English Language, Mathematics and at least 2 science subjects and 1 other subject. Chemistry and Biology would be an asset.
An interview may be required

Career Opportunities

Scientist
Lab Technologist
Environmental Specialist
Analytical Chemist
Forensic Chemist
Quality Control Officer
Industrial Chemist
Chemical Technician
Environmental Lab Technician