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UWI Showcases Postgraduate Programmes at Recruitment Event

For Release Upon Receipt - June 27, 2023

St. Augustine


ST. AUGUSTINE, Trinidad and Tobago. June 27, 2023 – The University of the West Indies (The UWI) St. Augustine Campus continues its ongoing recruitment drive with its highly anticipated Postgraduate Preview event. This gathering aims to provide a platform for prospective students to explore a diverse range of postgraduate programs and discover the exciting research opportunities available. It takes place on Wednesday 28th June 2023 from 6pm to 9pm at The Hilton Trinidad and Conference Centre, Port of Spain.

Whether it’s a Masters in Educational Leadership or PhD in Agricultural Economics, the event will offer a unique opportunity for attendees to directly interact with esteemed faculty, staff, and current students, gaining invaluable insights into their chosen fields. Participants will have the chance to have engaging conversations, ask questions, and gain first-hand knowledge about the exceptional educational experience that awaits them at The UWI St. Augustine Campus.

At the Postgraduate Preview, the university aims to collect leads by gathering prospect information, enabling tailored follow-ups for future engagement. This personalized approach ensures that prospective students receive the necessary guidance and support as they embark on their academic journey.

Furthermore, the event will provide accurate and up-to-date information on various scholarships and bursaries available, helping students alleviate financial barriers and access world-class education. The UWI St. Augustine Campus is committed to ensuring that talented individuals have equal opportunities to pursue their dreams and excel in their chosen fields.

Highlighting the institution's expertise and commitment to academic excellence, the event will feature esteemed faculty members who are leaders in their respective fields. Attendees will have the privilege of meeting these experts, gaining valuable insights, and building connections that can shape their academic and professional futures.

The UWI St. Augustine Campus takes pride in offering a wide cross-section of programmes, catering to diverse interests and career aspirations. By participating in the Postgraduate Preview, individuals will gain a comprehensive understanding of the extensive programme offerings available, ranging from the humanities and sciences to business and technology.

Moreover, this event serves as a platform to reinforce the institution's position as an internationally recognized centre of excellence for graduate education. The UWI St. Augustine Campus has garnered a stellar reputation for its world-class faculty, cutting-edge research, and transformative learning experiences. The university stands at the forefront of innovative research, ensuring that its graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to make significant contributions in their respective fields.

Prospective students, scholars, and professionals are invited to join The UWI St. Augustine Campus at the Postgraduate Recruitment Event on June 28th 2023. By attending this event, participants will embark on a journey that can shape their future and set them on a path towards academic and professional success.

For more information about the Postgraduate Preview and to register, please click here. Join us and explore the possibilities that await at The UWI St. Augustine Campus! To learn about available programmes and applying to The UWI St. Augustine Campus, visit https://sta.uwi.edu/apply/

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About The University of the West Indies 

The UWI has been and continues to be a pivotal force in every aspect of Caribbean development; residing at the centre of all efforts to improve the well-being of people across the region for the past 75 years. 

From a university college of London in Jamaica with 33 medical students in 1948, The UWI is today an internationally respected, global university with near 50,000 students and five campuses: Mona in Jamaica, St. Augustine in Trinidad and Tobago, Cave Hill in Barbados, Five Islands in Antigua and Barbuda and its Open Campus, and global centres in partnership with universities in North America, Latin America, Asia, Africa and Europe.

The UWI offers over 800 certificate, diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate degree options in Culture, Creative and Performing Arts, Food and Agriculture, Engineering, Humanities and Education, Law, Medical Sciences, Science and Technology, Social Sciences, and Sport. As the Caribbean’s leading university, it possesses the largest pool of Caribbean intellect and expertise committed to confronting the critical issues of our region and wider world.

The UWI has been consistently ranked among the top universities globally by the most reputable ranking agency, Times Higher Education (THE). The UWI is the only Caribbean-based university to make the prestigious lists since its debut in the rankings in 2018. In addition to its leading position in the Caribbean in the World University Rankings, it is also in the top 25 for Latin America and the Caribbean and the top 100 global Golden Age universities (between 50 and 80 years old).  The UWI is also featured among the leading universities on THE’s Impact Rankings for its response to the world’s biggest concerns, outlined in the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including Good Health and Wellbeing; Gender Equality and Climate Action.

2023 marks The UWI’s 75th anniversary. The Diamond jubilee milestone themed “UWI at 75. Rooted. Ready. Rising.” features initiatives purposely designed and aligned to reflect on the past, confront the present, and articulate plans for the future of the regional University.

Learn more at www.uwi.edu  

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