How is this programme different from the M.Ed literacy studies or the M.Phil cultural studies?
This programme offers the content necessary for the post secondary school English Language programmes such as Cape Communications Studies, Foundation English Language courses at UWI and Tertiary Level remedial course. The programme teaches English Language from a Linguistics perspectives.
Does this programme carry the same weight as an M.Ed or M.Ed. Literacy studies and M.Phil cultural studies?
MSc's, M.ED's and M.A's are all at the same level and carry the same weighting.
What is meant by part time study in the M.A. in the English language programme?
We propose to deliver the programme on alternate weekends. We invite persons who have concerns about attendance on particular days to speak to the Programme Administrator, to discuss how best we can accommodate you.
Graduate programmes are expensive. How will I pay for my studies?
Students have the option of paying per semester for the programme. Additionally, they may choose to take up payment plan with the University Bursary, where you would be expected to make monthly payments to cover your tuition. This must be applied for by the student and completed in consultation with a UWI bursary representative.
How does the payment plan work?
The UWI Bursary offers a payment plan to students. Please note, the plan has to be made ONLY with the Bursary and is done each semester. The plan requires students to pay the miscellaneous fee and 25% of the semester fee before the start of the semester. They will then set up a plan to pay off the remaining fee amount before examinations.
*Please note: outstanding payments must be made in order to register for a new semester
Are there scholarships available?
There is no specific scholarship for this programme but the Graduate Office provides a list of graduate scholarships on their web page http://myspot.mona.uwi.edu/postgrad/scholarship. Students are encouraged to search for scholarships and available opportunities outside of this list as it is by no means exhaustive.