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Undergraduate Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Welcome to our FAQs page. Here you’ll find quick answers to common questions about the FST Summer Programme and registration process.

Course Types

What is a Full Course?

A Full Course is one that is offered to students attempting it for the first time.
What is a Remedial Course?

A Remedial Course is one that is offered to students who are repeating a course they have previously failed.

 

Registration Information

When does registration open?

Registration for Summer Courses opens on May 19, 2025.
 
Will summer courses be delivered online or in person?

All courses offered by the Faculty of Science and Technology will be delivered in person.
 
How do I access registration?

Registration is done online only via my.uwi.edu.
 
I am a current UWI student. How do I register?

Log in to your account at my.uwi.edu and follow the steps for course registration.
 
I am a non-UWI student. How do I register?

Complete the FST Online Application Form. Once approved by both the Head of Department and the Dean, you will receive instructions via email (usually within 3–4 days) on how to access registration.

 

Override Requests

Why can’t I register for a course I previously attempted?

Courses being repeated are considered Remedial and require an override, even if you have the prerequisites.
 
Override Request Process:
  1. Submit your override request online.
  2. The request goes to the Head of Department for approval.
  3. Once approved, the course will be automatically added to your registration.

 

Types of Overrides and What to Do:

  • Level Restriction Override: Submit online for HoD approval.

  • Pre-requisite Override:

    • Download and complete FST Override Form
    • Email it to your department (see contact list below).
    • Requires HoD and Dean approval.
    • Processed in 3–4 days.

  • Major Restriction Override: Submit online.

  • Closed Section Override: Submit online. Use the CRN to complete registration.

  • Maximum Credit Override (FST courses): Submit online for Dean approval.

  • Maximum Credit Override (Out-of-Faculty courses):

    • Requires approval from both the Out-of-Faculty HoD and the FST Dean.

 

Deleted Override by Mistake?

If you deleted an override, you must complete the FST Override Form and email it to your department.
 

Course-Specific Support

FOUN 1210 – Science, Medicine and Technology in Society:

Submit Closed Section override requests online. Use the CRN to register.

If you do not receive a response in 3–4 days, contact:

Dr. Gideon Ramtahal

Email: Gideon.Ramtahal@sta.uwi.edu

 

Contact Information

Department Contacts:

Dean’s Office: FST.Undergraduate@sta.uwi.edu

 

Technical & Administrative Support

Banner or eLearning Login Issues:

Financial Queries:

Visit the Bursary Help Desk: https://sta.uwi.edu/bursary/service-desk

GATE-Related Queries:

Contact the GATE Office directly.

Academic Course Matters:

Email your course lecturer directly.