Pre-Associate Programme
YOUR PATHWAY TO HIGHER EDUCATION
Build your foundation in one year. Earn City and Guilds Math or English and IT, plus HEART Level 2 NVQ-J and professional skills.
Get guaranteed entry into Year 1 of a UCC Occupational Associate Degree on completion.
What you gain in one year
Core learning
- City and Guilds Math or English and Information Technology
- Professional and Entrepreneurial Skills
Industry credential
- HEART Level 2 NVQ-J Certificate
- Choose one: Customer Service and Engagement or Marketing Promotions and Sales
Progression
- Guaranteed entry into Year 1 of a UCC Occupational Associate Degree on completion
- Full matriculation even if you only complete HEART Level 2
Admission Requirements
- No CXC qualifications
- or CSEC/CXC Mathematics, English Language, and one other subject that does not meet direct Associate Degree entry
Fees
Private Candidate
Scholarship Students
Fees quoted in Jamaican dollars. Conditions apply.
Ready to get degree-ready?
Take the first step today. Our team will guide you through the application and placement process.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the scholarship fee?
Students who graduated high school in the year of application or who are completing Year 2 of the UCC Sixth Form Pathway.
Can I enter the Associate Degree if I only complete HEART Level 2?
Yes. You will receive full acceptance into Year 1 of an Occupational Associate Degree.
Which HEART Level 2 option can I choose?
Customer Service and Engagement or Marketing Promotions and Sales.