Nestled in the city of Montego Bay the University of Technology, Jamaica Western Campus is the University’s only multidisciplinary campus outside of the main campus in Papine, St. Andrew. The commuter campus despite being relatively small, packs a heavy punch as it forms part of the University’s strategy to expand access to high quality tertiary level education to students across the western region who for a variety of reasons opt to study close to where they live, work and operate businesses.

The University’s commitment to the people across the region since the emergence of a campus in 2007 involves more than expanded access to some of the most competitive courses, but also the transformation of individuals and communities through various projects and initiatives. These projects and initiatives support socio-economic development within communities and Jamaica’s transition to a digital economy and increasing dominance in our progression towards Industry 5.0.

Student Leadership

Student Leadership is an important aspect of Campus Life and the Students’ Union through it’s Western Campus Sub-council plays an important role in contributing to governance and enhancing the student experience and building community relations. Some other key Support services provided include: Fully integrated Library Service, Counselling Services,  Medical Station and ID Services.

Key Initiatives

The Western Campus is deeply committed to community service and educational outreach. Key initiatives include the STEM Summer Camp, which inspires high school students through hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and the Homework and Revision Support Programme for High Schools, which provides essential academic guidance. These programs highlight the campus’s dedication to fostering youth development and supporting academic success in the local community.

Courses of Study

The Caribbean School of Nursing (CSON) is located at Barnett Clinic, 2 Cottage Close in Montego Bay. The Dome Street building at 17 Dome Street is the home for courses of study from the Faculty of Law, College of Business and Management, The Faculty of Engineering & Computing.  The Faculty of Sports and Science provides the general education modules in mathematics. The Faculty of Education and Liberal Studies currently provides service modules for the humanities.   The UTech Open School of Lifelong Learning and Professional Development delivers the Associate Degree in Business Administration and other short courses such as Supervisory Management and Fundamentals of Project Management.

From its two locations in Montego Bay, (Dome Street and Cottage Close), students primarily from the parishes of St. James, Hanover, Westmoreland, St Elizabeth,  Trelawny and even St. Ann are competently provided with optimum exposure, preparing them to work in Health Services, Finance and other Business related fields, Legal as well as in Information and Communications Technology.