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Paralegal Studies (ASc.)

 

PARALEGAL STUDIES

Degree Type: 
Associate of Science
Credits: 
61
Next Start Date: 
Fall 2024
Awarding Institution: 
University of the Commonwealth Caribbean
Delivery Modality: 
Online

The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) Associate of Science Degree in Paralegal Studies aims to equip students with the skills needed to effectively contribute to the economical and efficient delivery of legal services of organisations.

Benefits of the Programme:

  • Matriculate into University of London’s Bachelor of Laws (LLB) programme
  • Sharpen research and investigative skills
  • Understand legal terminologies
  • Improve communication and writing skills

DURATION: 

UCC Associate degree programmes are two year programmes.

ACCREDITATION: 

The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) is registered with and recognized by the University Council of Jamaica (UCJ) as a University College with the authority to offer academic degrees up to the Masters level. The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean has also been granted institutional accreditation by the University Council of Jamaica, effective November 11, 2019. Students who successfully complete a UCC academic degree are assured of graduating from an excellent academic programme, provided by an institutionally accredited institution, which will be accepted anywhere in the world.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR JAMAICAN STUDENTS
  • To be unconditionally admitted to complete UCC undergraduate programmes, individuals should possess a minimum of five (5) subjects at the GCE or CSEC level (including the mandatory English Language and Mathematics) at grades A, B, C or 1, 2, 3 respectively. A CSEC pass at level 3 must have been obtained since 1998.
  • Candidates who have a minimum of 4 CXCs can also apply pending the outstanding CXC subjects or can opt to do UCC replacement courses Core Mathematics, English for Academic Purpose and Fundamentals of Accounting.
  • Candidates can opt to apply under the Mature Entry option. To be accepted, applicants must be working for 5 years or more and be at a minimum age of 25 years. Academic qualifications, a detailed resume, a job letter and 3 professional references will be required.

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HONOURS PROGRAMME

Students with 8 CXC/GCE subjects including Mathematics and English Language at Grade 1 may be eligible for a 25% tuition waiver during the first year.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
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