The UWI, Mona Campus provides international universities the opportunity to explore Caribbean culture in an organized and structured way through institutional visits. These visits offer groups a unique educational and cultural journey, gaining an understanding of Jamaica and its offerings. Guided by signed policies and agreements, UWI helps plan detailed trips, discussing group size, arrival, budget, itinerary, recreational and educational requirements, and other events. Group visits, lasting between 1-6 weeks, are meticulously planned, ensuring an unforgettable UWI Mona, Jamaican experience.
Itinerary
We take care of all logistics for your group visit, ensuring a balance between academics and social activities. During the planning phase, we require:
- The main objectives and expected outcomes of your visit.
- The course or program title to engage appropriate stakeholders.
- The size of your budget and expected spend on each focus area.
- The name of any identified facilitator for course modules.
- The size and gender distribution of your group for housing, transport, and teaching facility arrangements.
Groups typically travel with one or two faculty members as chaperones and lecturers. All details are finalized before your arrival, ensuring a holistic experience that meets participants' objectives.
Travel
Airports: Flights into Jamaica are offered by numerous airlines. While air travel decisions remain your responsibility, we provide guidance on appropriate arrival times, dates, and local airports. Jamaica has two major airports:
- Norman Manley International (Kingston).
- Donald Sangster International (Montego Bay)
Ground Transportation: Jamaica has professional transportation companies, with the Jamaica Union of Travellers Association (JUTA) partnering with our campus for over 10 years.Ground transportation can be arranged with JUTA or other alternatives.
Budget
The UWI Special International Groups coordinator works with your representative to develop the budget, ensuring value for money. We provide quotations for accommodation, meals, site visits, tours, academic sessions, and events. Budgets typically include:
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Ground Transportation (including airport pick-up and drop-off)
- Tours
- Recreational Activities
- Classroom rental
- Lecturer Honorarium
- Campus ID fees
- UWI facilitator’s fee
Accommodation is arranged according to budget and preferences, with no meal plan but options for campus caterers or local restaurants.
Academic Experience
The International Students Office collaborates with the visiting institution on selecting lecturers with the necessary expertise. According to your institution’s policies, students may receive credits for classes. Participants receive a temporary campus visitor’s ID for library and online system access.
Accommodation
We offer booking in over 10 halls of residence, ensuring convenient and cost-effective housing. Security is a priority, with participants typically housed together. Options include single and double occupancy, with all policies agreed upon before arrival. For more information, visit UWI Campus Life.
