BCC Student Handbook 2019-2020

Student Handbook 2019-2020
Student
Handbook
2019-2020
The College’s Mission Statement

“The Barbados Community College contributes to the personal,
professional and intellectual development of its students, staff and
external stakeholders, by providing robust, relevant and
high-quality programming and services that meaningfully
contribute to meeting the diverse needs of its national, regional
and international communities.”
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Table of Contents
COLLEGE PROFILE 11
Brief History 11
Mission Statement 11
Accreditation 12
Diversity of Student Body 12
CAMPUSES OF THE COLLEGE 13
“EYRIE” CAMPUS 13
THE HOSPITALITY INSTITUTE 13
INDUSTRY SERVICES UNIT 14
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 14
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS 14
Obtaining Your Identification Cards 15
FORBIDDEN ACTIVITIES 15
Dress Code 15
Smoking 16
Non-Students 16
ACADEMIC MATTERS 16
ACADEMIC STATUS 16
Audit Students 16
Special Students 16
Special Needs Students 17
ACADEMIC STRUCTURE 17
Divisional/Department Structures 18
Notice Boards 18
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ATTENDANCE AT CLASSES 19
PROGRAMME OF STUDY 20
The Credit System 20
Enrollment 20
Bachelor Degree 20
Associate Degree 21
Definition of Terms 22
What is a Programme? 22
What is a Course? 22
What is a Core? 23
What is an Elective? 23
RESIDENCY RULE 23
GRADING SYSTEM 24
Other Grades 25
STUDENTS GRADE POINT AVERAGE 27
POLICY FOR ACADEMIC STANDING 28
Academic Warning (AW) 28
Academic Probation Pending Dismissal 28
(APAD)
Automatic Academic Dismissal (AAD) 28
Academic Merit 29
Academic Excellence 29
Advanced Standing 29
REGULATION OF GOVERNING 30
WITHDRAWAL
Withdrawal from a Course/Elective 30
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Withdrawal from a Major 30

Official Withdrawal from then College 31
Unofficial Withdrawal from the College 31
TRANSFER TO NEW PROGRAMME 32
ABSENCE/LEAVE OF ABSENCE 32
Absence from Classes 32
Pregnancy 33
Leave of Absence 34
Readmission 34
Extended Studies 34
EXAMINATIONS 34
CHECKING THE BOARD FOR 34
EXAMINATIONS DATES
INSTRUCTTOINS TO FINAL 35
EXAMINATION STUDENTS
SUPPLEMENTAL EXAMINATIONS 37
REPEATING A COURSE 38
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY 39
Definition of Plagiarism 39
Definition of Academic Cheating 40
Discipline 40
Verification 40
Sanctions 41
GRADE REVIEW/APPEAL 42
PROCEDURES
Student Records 43
Release of Information 43
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Issuing of Certificate 44
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE 44
INTRODUCTION 44
PRELIMINARY STEPS 45
GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE 46
COMMITTEE ACTION 46
RIGHTS OF AGGRIEVED STUDENTS 47
AND RESPONDENT
HEARING DECISION 47
ENFORCED MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL 48
GRADUATION 48
GRADUATION ATTIRE 48
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO 48
GRADUATE?
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 48
Bachelor Degree Requirements (Cumulative 49
G.P.A)
Associate Degree Requirements (Cumulative 49
G.P.A)
COLLECTION OF CERTIFICATE 50
MONEY MATTERS 50
Regulations Concerning Payment of Fees 50
REFUND OF FEES 51
Local Students 51
International Students (Regional and Extra 51
Regional)
All Students 51
Refund for Course Cancellation 51
PAYMENT BY CHEQUE 52
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OUTSTANDING FEES 52
FINANCIAL AID 52
Barbados Association of Retired Persons 52
THE STUDENTS’ CONTINGENCY FUND 52
ENABLING GRANT 52
Who is Eligible? 53
Value of Enabling Grant 53
PARTIAL PAYMENTS 53
THE STUDENT REVOLVING LOAN 53
FUND
Who is Eligible? 53
Which Programmes qualify as technical/ 54
vocational?
What does the loan cover? 54
SCHOLARSHIP AND AWARDS 54
Who is Eligible? 54
BARBADOS SCHOLARSHIPS 55
Academic Requirements 55
BARBADOS EXHIBITION 55
BARBADOS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE 56
SEMESTER ABROAD PROGRAMME 56
STUDENT SERVCES 57
STUDENT AFFAIRS 57
STUDENT AFFAIRS STAFF 58
COLLEGE LIBRARY 59
Library Opening Days/Hours 59
LIBRARY LOANS 59
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Regular Loans 559

Overnight Loans 59
Reserve Loans 59
Library Fines 60
Photocopying Services 60
Library Conduct 60
COLLEGE BOOKSHOP 62
CONTACT INFORMATION 62
Special Order Services 62
Online Database 62
Printing and Binding Services 62
More than a Bookshop 63
COUNSELLING AND PLACEMENT 63
SERVICES
Academic Advising 63
Career Counselling 64
Higher Education Advising 64
Job Placement 64
Personal Counselling 64
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY POLICY 65
STUDENT HEALTH CLINIC 67
Clinic Opening Hours 68
Clinic Services 68
Is there a Doctor at the Clinic 68
Medical History 68
Ophthalmic Care 69
Confidentiality 69
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STUDENTS’ GUILD 69
The Guild Council 69
Purpose of the Guild Council 69
Guild Council Membership 69
Guild Council Election 69
STUDENT FACILITIES 70
GYMNASIUM 70
AUDITORIUMS 70
PAVILLION, STUDENTS’ COMMON 70
ROOM
ART GALLERY 70
LOCKERS 71
CAFETERIA 71
PARKING FACILITIES 71
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES 72
UNIVERSITY & COLLEGE’S CHRISTIAN 72
FELLOWSHIP
CIRCLE K CLUB 72
Circle K Activities 73
To Become a Member 73
Benefits of a Membership 73
Meetings (Where and When) 74
THE POLTICAL SOCIETY ASSOCITION 74
Membership 74
Major Activities 74
Meetings 75
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 75
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SICKNESS, INJURY 75
ACCIDENT 75
FIRE 76
POWER FAILURE 77
Drill 77
BOMB THREATS 77
LIFE BEYOND COLLEGE 78
FORMAL ARTICULATION 78
AGREEMENT
MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING 79
INFORMAL AGREEMENTS 80
CONTACT INFORMATION 82
VOICE/FAX CONTACT 82
“Eyrie” Campuses 82
Division of General & Continuing 82
Hospitality Institute 82
Industry Services Unit 83
EMAIL CONTACT 83
WEBSITES 83
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COLLEGE PROFILE
Brief History
The Barbados Community College is a tertiary level institution,

established by an Act of Parliament – the Barbados Community
College Act, 1968-23. The Act was amended in 1990 to
empower the College to grant Bachelor Degrees, Associate
Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates, to students who successfully
complete approved programmes of study.
The Act made provision for the institution to offer education and
training in the following areas:
 Agriculture
 Fine Arts
 Science
 Commerce
 Liberal Arts
 Technology
and in “such other fields of education as the Minister of

Education may determine from time to time”.
The College, which is managed by a Board of Management,

presently has an enrollment of more than 4,500 students - this
number includes both part-time and full-time students.
Mission Statement
“The Barbados Community College contributes to the personal,

professional and intellectual development of its students, staff and
external stakeholders, by providing robust, relevant and
high-quality programming and services that meaningfully
contribute to meeting the diverse needs of its national, regional
and international communities.”
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Accreditation
The Ministry of Education is presently the accrediting body of the

College, and its courses and programmes of study. In June, 2004,
the Barbados Accreditation Council was established by an Act of
Parliament, the Barbados Accreditation Council Act 2004-11 with
two (2) broad roles:
1. The registration and re-registration of institutions offering

post-secondary or tertiary education and training.
2. The accreditation and re-accreditation of programmes of

studies and institutions in Barbados and related functions,
such as recognition and equivalency of foreign-based
qualifications to local awards, articulation and conferral of
institutional titles.
The College has begun the registration process to comply with

Government’s requirements that all institutions offering
post-secondary or tertiary education and training meet the
Council’s guidelines and procedures for institutions seeking
accredited status for particular programmes.
Diversity of Student Body
The College provides students with the opportunity to study in a

truly Global Community. There are over 20 countries (regional
and extra-regional) represented among the student body. Students
are therefore exposed to persons from diverse socio-cultural,
ethnic and religious backgrounds, thus enriching their learning
experience. The College prepares students to function as true
“Global Citizens”, with the ability to make significant
contributions to the development of the region.
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CAMPUSES OF THE COLLEGE
The College occupies two campuses, the main one being Eyrie
Campus, located at “The Eyrie”, Howell’s Cross Road,
St. Michael, where the Divisions of Commerce, Computer
Studies, Fine Arts, General and Continuing Education, Health
Sciences, the Barbados Language Centre, Liberal Arts, Science
Technology and the Department of Physical Education are
housed. The second campus, Hospitality Institute, is located at
Marine Gardens, Christ Church.
“EYRIE” CAMPUS
“Eyrie”, Howell’s Cross Road, St. Michael, BARBADOS,
BB11058, W.I.
(PBX): (246) 426-2858
Fax: (246) 429-5935
Website: www.bcc.edu.bb
E-mail Address: eyrie@bcc.edu.bb
The Barbados Hospitality Institute is a full-service hospitality

training facility offering a wide range of hospitality-related
courses and programmes. It is the first training facility of its kind
in Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean. The Institute consists of
the Hotel PomMarine, a twenty-four hour operation with 20 guest
rooms, the Golden Apple Café, the Muscovado Restaurant and a
number of purpose built classrooms. The Institution therefore
plays an important part in meeting the human resource needs of
the tourism industry.
THE HOSPITALITY INSTITUTE

Marine Gardens, Christ Church, BARBADOS, W.I.
PBX: (246) 228-0900
Fax: (246) 228-0907
E-mail: bcchi@bcc.edu.bb
The Industry Services Unit is located at the ‘Eyrie’ Campus. Its

mandate is to provide customized training to business and
industry that would enable Barbados to become globally
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competitive in the 21st century. The Unit also provides

consultancy services such as:
 Training needs analysis

 Training plan development
 Custom-designed courses
 On-going evaluation
 Feasibility studies
 Market research
INDUSTRY SERVICES UNIT

“Eyrie”, Howell’s Cross Road, St. Michael, BARBADOS,
BB11058, W.I.
Phone No.: (246) 426-3351/54
Fax: (246) 426-3356
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
There are several things that you need to be aware of from the
very first day that you become a student at the Barbados
Community College. It is essential that you familiarise yourself
with the information that is contained within this section of the
Student Handbook to ensure full orientation to the College.
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS
Valid identification cards (ID) Cards are required to enter the

College gates, as well as access all student services. The ID card
is also needed to write examinations, whether internal or external.
A valid ID MUST have the current academic year and
semester the student is registered in.
Each student is required to have his/her ID card visibly displayed

on his/her person at all times while on campus. They are also
required to hand the ID over to Senior Administrative staff,
members of faculty or Security personnel, when they are
requested to do so.
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Students who do not comply with this request may be

disciplined (See Student Code of Conduct).
The ID card is the property of the College and should be returned

on completion of your studies.
Obtaining your Identification Card
After you have registered at the College, you should take your
receipt to the Student Affairs office to obtain your Identification
Card.
FORBIDDEN ACTIVITIES
Students are expected to adhere fully to the following regulations

relating to the items mentioned below. Failure to do so could
result in suspension or even dismissal from the College.
Dress Code
Students are NOT permitted to wear:
1. Shorts more than three (3) inches above the knees except in
the gym.
2. Skirts more than three (3) inches above the knees.
3. Sleeveless or spaghetti strap tops.
4. Hats to class or in the library.
5. The wearing of deeply cut sleeveless blouses or outfits
displaying midriffs or exposed backs is expressly forbidden.
6. Undergarments must not be exposed.
7. The wearing of “cut up” jeans is prohibited.
8. Outfits that bear vulgar, offensive or obscene prints or
language.
In addition to the above, students are asked to note that they must
adhere to all stipulated dress code guidelines as outlined in
Divisional/Department handbooks or information sheets.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted on any part of the College’s campuses

at Eyrie or the Hospitality Institute. This includes the classrooms,
the corridors, the gymnasium, auditoriums, workshops,
laboratories or the Library, or in any of the offices of the College.
Non-Students
Students should not encourage or bring on campus persons who

are not students of the College without the consent of a senior
administrative officer. Such action is considered a breach of the
College’s security and could result in disciplinary actions being
taken against students guilty of this offence.
ACADEMIC MATTERS
ACADEMIC STATUS
Audit Students
1. An audit student will receive no grade and the course taken

may not revert to credit basis at any time.
2. A student may change from credit status within the first four
(4) weeks in the semester.
3. The auditing of programmes or courses is limited to theory
courses ONLY, and does not extend to practical classes.
4. Persons are not eligible to audit Studio and Performing Arts
courses.
Special Students
Persons who wish to pursue studies that do not lead to the award
of any College certificate may apply for admission as Special
Students.
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Special Needs Students
The College makes special provisions for students with

disabilities where possible. These provisions may include but are
not limited to additional time for completion of assignment/
examinations, facilitating access to classrooms, and sourcing
equipment to assist with studies.
Applications for additional time, etc., should be made to the

office of Assistant Registrar (Examinations).
ACADEMIC STRUCTURE
The College is organised administratively into ten (10) Academic

Divisions and the Department of Physical Education.
Commerce DIVISIONS/ Technology

DEPARTMENTS
Computer Studies Health Science The Hospitality Institute
Fine Arts Liberal Arts The Barbados Language
Centre
General & Physical Education Science

Continuing Department
Education
Each Division/Department is responsible for the delivery and

management of several programmes and courses of study. The
heads of the Divisions/Departments are known as Senior Tutors,
except in the Language Centre and Hospitality Institute where
they are known as Directors. You will find the Senior Tutor for
your Division/Department in the divisional/departmental office.
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Divisional/Department Structure
The diagram above depicts the nomenclature and seniority of

the faculty in the Divisions.
Each student accepted into the College will be placed in one or

more of the Divisions or Departments. Your Division/Department
will reflect the area(s) of study that you have chosen. Students
can pursue studies that are associated with only one Division or
they could pursue studies that span across several Divisions.
Problems or queries should be communicated to your Senior

Tutor at the earliest possible time. If you want permission to do
something in the classroom or to organise an event, you should
first consult with your Senior Tutor. If he/she is unable to give
permission, he/she will direct you to the appropriate authority.
Notice Boards
One of the main ways in which your division will communicate

with you will be through the divisional notice boards, usually
located in the same building as the divisional office. You should
familiarise yourself with the location of your divisional notice
board(s) and ensure that you check it/them regularly. Some of the
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things that would be placed on the notice boards are examination

timetables and examination results.
ATTENDANCE AT CLASSES
Your division/department will provide you with a copy of the

timetable. You should ensure that you know when and where all
classes will take place. Clashes in your timetable should be
reported immediately to your Senior Tutor.
A student will not be allowed to write examinations if his/her

attendance is less than 80%, except for where approved leave had
been granted.
You should ensure that you attend all classes because

non-attendance could result in disciplinary action being taken
against you. Actions could range from exclusion from
examinations to dismissal from the College.
If you encounter any problems during the course of your

programme that would prevent you from attending classes for any
extended period, you should communicate them to the Senior
Tutor of your division as soon as possible.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are available for the

duration of the semester because examination timetables are
subject to change. Therefore, you should not arrange to take
holidays during semester time.
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PROGRAMMES OF STUDY
The College offers certification in seven (7) categories:
1. Bachelor Degree in Arts/Science/Education

2. Associate Degree in Arts
3. Associate Degree in Applied Arts
4. Associate Degree in Science
5. Associate Degree in Applied Science
6. Associate Degree in Science and Arts
7. Non-Associate Degree Courses (Certificates & Diplomas)
The Credit System
The programmes at the College are assessed based upon a credit

system. Your respective divisions/department will provide the
information on the number of credits that are required for your
programme of study. The majority of the courses are three (3)
credit courses.
 A minimum of 15 lecture hours is equivalent to one (1)

Credit.
 A minimum of 30/45 laboratory/studio/workshop hours is
equivalent to one (1) Credit.
 60 – 100 information required
Enrolment Status
Persons registered as full-time students in the Associate Degree

programme must enroll for a minimum of twelve (12) credits
each semester. However, a student may enroll for fewer credits
provided he/she has already completed the required number of
Cores and Electives.
Bachelor Degrees
The programme requirements for the award of the various

Bachelor Degree programmes are available from the Divisions in
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which the degree is offered.
Required 120 credits, General Education Core courses
Associate Degree
The Associate Degree will be awarded to a student who satisfies

the following requirements:
1. Accumulates a minimum of seventy (70) credits including at

least forty-eight (48) in his/her major areas of study
2. Passes the general education core courses
3. Passes the relevant general education elective courses
4. Satisfies the graduation requirements as stipulated for the
particular programme.
1. Associate Degree in Arts/Applied Arts
i. Where the major courses are fewer than sixty-three (63)

credits:
a) Four (4) electives, including one elective in each of
the Physical/ Biological Sciences and Social Sciences
and two (2) electives chosen from a ny other category.
ii. Where the major courses are sixty-three (63) or more credits:
a) A minimum of one (1) elective chosen from either the
Physical/ Biological Sciences OR Social Sciences.
2. Associate Degree in Science/Applied Science
i. Where major courses are fewer than sixty-three (63) credits:

a) A minimum of four (4) electives, including one(1)
elective in each of the humanities and social sciences
and two (2) electives chosen from any other category.
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ii. Where the major courses are more than sixty-three (63) or
more credits:
iii. A minimum of one (1) elective chosen from either the

humanities or social sciences.
3. Associate Degree in Science and Arts
i. Where major courses are fewer than sixty-three (63) credits: a

minimum of four (4) electives, including one (1) elective
chosen from the Social Sciences and three (3) from any other
category.
ii. Where major courses are sixty-three (63) credits or more
credits: a minimum of one (1) elective chosen from the Social
Sciences.
The elective chosen by students must be unrelated to their

major course of study. For e.g. A student taking the major in
Economics must not select the elective “Introduction to
Economics.”
Definition of Terms
What is a Programme?
A Programme is a set of courses grouped together and organised

as a specialisation leading to Barbados Community College
(BCC) Certification.
What is a Course?
A Course is a defined set of units of study within a particular

subject area.
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What is a Core?
A Core is a compulsory course identified by the College as

essential for the educational development of all graduates.
What is an Elective?
An Elective is a course selected outside of the major area of study

that is chosen by the student to enhance his/her educational
development.
RESIDENCY RULE
Students are expected to complete their programmes of study

within the period stipulated in their Letters of Acceptance.
Students who were unable to complete their programmes within

the time specified by the Residency Rule, and wish to return to
complete their programmes, must have their transcripts evaluated
for relevance to current programme requirements and may be
required to make up additional courses.
Students wishing to extend their period of study must request

permission. The relevant form is available from the Office of the
Registrar and must be approved by the appropriate Divisional
Head(s). Extensions of one academic year or part thereof are
usually granted.
Students who are unable to complete their programmes of study

within the period specified in the Residency Rule due to the non-
scheduling of courses by the College will be allowed to complete
their programme of study.
The maximum period for the completion of Barbados Community

College’s Programmes are as follows:
 Two (2) years from the first date of enrolment for a one-year
programme.
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 Four (4) years from the first date of enrolment for a two-year
programme.
 Five (5) years from the first date of enrolment for a three-year
programme.
 Seven (7) years from the first date of enrolment for a bachelor
degree.
 Two (2) years from the first date of enrolment for a one-year
upgrade (bachelor degrees).
 Four (4) years from the first date of enrolment for a two-year
upgrade (bachelor degrees).
GRADING SYSTEM*
The table below gives an outline of the grades and codes that are
used at the Barbados Community College and description of their
meanings. When you look at your academic record these are the
codes that you will see.
Letter Mark Definition Points

A+ 90-100 Exceptional 4.0
Performance
A 80-89 Excellent 4.0
A- 75-79 Very Good 3.75
B+ 70-74 Good 3.5
B 65-69 Fairly Good 3.0
B- 60-64 Fairly Good 2.75
C+ 55-59 Satisfactory 2.5
C 50-54 Satisfactory 2.0
D 45-49 Passing 1.0
F 0-44 Failing 0
Grade Points are used to calculate the Grade Point Average and
Cumulative Grade Point Average of Students. The method for
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calculation would be explained later in this section.
*Amendments to the grading system commenced at the start of

Academic Year 2011.
Other Grades
I will be assigned wher e a student has not completed an

assignment or examination due to certificated medical illness, or
has been officially granted additional time to complete
outstanding requirements. The student will be required to
complete the course within the period of time stipulated by the
Divisional Head. Should the student fail to meet this deadline, the
student will be assigned a grade of ‘F’ or other such grade
assessed as appropriate for the work done in the course. The
period of completion may be extended in exceptional
circumstances and only with the written consent of the
Divisional/Departmental Head.
AR will be assigned when a student is awaiting the results for

a course.
WD will be assigned when a student withdraws fr om the

College.
AU will be assigned to a student who is per mitted to audit a

course.
AB will be assigned when a student absent from final

examinations.
P will be assigned when a student successfully completes a

course which is gr aded Pass/Fail.
F will be assigned when a student fails a cour se which

graded Pass/Fail.
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STUDENT’S GRADE POINT AVERAGE
A student’s academic standing is determined by his/her Grade

Point Average (GPA) for the programme of study. Below is an
example of the method that is used to calculate the Grade Point
Average and the Cumulative Grade Point Average for students.
Please note that Grade Points are related to the Grade you receive
for assignments and examinations.
Name: John Doe Number: 19720121-0155-2002
Programme: Business Studies (Full-Time)
SEMESTER 1
Code Course Cred- Grade Grade
Principles of B+ = 3.5 3x3.5 =

ACCT100 3
Accounting 1 points 10.5
Financial 3x4.0 =
ACCT 101 3 A = 4.0 points
Accounting 1 12
Principles of 3x4.0 =
BUST 100 3 A = 4.0 points
Management 12
Mathematics B+ = 3.5 3x3.5 =
BUST 102 3
(c) points 10.5
English &
3x3.5=10.
CORE 100 Communica- 3 B+=3.5 points
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tion
Marketing &
MKTG 100 Buyer 3 B = 3.0 points 3x3.0 = 9
Behaviour
Total Grade
Total Credits 18 64.5
Points
Semester GPA = 64.5/18 = 3.58
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SEMESTER 2
Code Course Cred- Grade Grade
Introduction
to B+ = 3.5 3x3.5 =
ACCG 100 3
Management points 10.5
Accounting
Financial C+ = 2.5 3x2.5 =

ACCT 102 3
Accounting 2 points 7.5
Organization-
B+ = 3.5 3x3.5 =
BUST 101 al 3
points 10.5
Behaviour
Ethics &
CORE 101 3 B = 3.0 points 3x3.0 = 9
Citizenship
Practical 3x3.5=10.
CORE 103 3 B+=3.5 points
Mathematics 5
Elements of
3x4.0 =
ECON 100 Microeco- 3 A = 4.0 points
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nomics
Total Grade
Total Credits 18 = 60
Points
SEMESTER G.P.A = 64.5/18= 3.58
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POLICY FOR ACADEMIC STANDING
Academic Warning (AW)
A student whose G.P.A. falls below 2.00 but is not lower than
1.50 at the end of the semester.
Academic Probation Pending Dismissal (APPD)
A student whose G.P.A. falls below 1.50 at the end of a semester.
Automatic Academic Dismissal (AAD)
A student whose semester G.P.A. is 1.49 or below for two

consecutive semesters.
Where a student facing academic dismissal attends summer

school, he/she will be allowed to return to College, provided that
his/her cumulative G.P.A. is improved to 1.50 or above when the
new grades are added.
Students on academic probation will be required to attend

academic advisement.
A student who is on Academic Probation Pending Dismal

(APPD) may avail himself/herself of academic guidance from the
Counsellor.
A student who is dismissed on academic grounds may apply for

readmission to the College no earlier than ONE academic year
after dismissal from the programme.
The College reserves the right to dismiss a student who has

not attained a Cumulative G.P.A. of 2.00 or less over a period
of two or more years.
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Academic Merit
A student will receive notification of Academic Merit if he/she

earns a semester Grade Point Average of 3.75 or more but his/her
Cumulative Grade Point Average is less than 3.75.
Academic Excellence
A student will receive notification of Academic Excellence if

he/she earns a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.75 or more.
ADVANCED STANDING
I. Advanced Standing is defined as course exemption awarded

upon the recommendation of the Divisional Head by virtue of
previous acceptable experience and/or qualification.
II. Applicants who hold qualifications additional to the minimum

entry requirements for a programme (College, University,
Continuing Education courses) may apply for Advanced
Standing. Such students may be given credit for courses in
certain programmes, but credits so awarded will not be
calculated into the student’s Grade Point Average.
III. Application for Advanced Standing may be made at the

Office of the Registrar (with appropriate transcripts) at the
time of registration. If Advanced Standing is granted, the
Registrar, in consultation with the appropriate Divisional
Head, will designate the course(s) from which exemption is
granted and the number of credits allowed.
IV. Students will have one chance to apply for Advanced

Standing which will be within the first four (4) weeks of the
Academic Year in which they entered the BCC.
V. Students will not be granted Advanced Standing in more than

one-third of the total credits required for the programme.
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VI. Advanced Standing will not be awarded based on any course

in which the student obtained the equivalent of the College’s
Grade D or lower.
VII. In situations where students are dissatisfied with the out-

come of their application for advanced standing, the matter
should be referred to the Academic Board for consideration.
VIII. The decision of the Academic Board is final.
REGULATIONS GOVERNING WITHDRAWAL
Withdrawal from a Course/Elective
Students considering withdrawal from a course/elective/major

should discuss the matter in advance with (a) the Student
Counsellor and (b) the Divisional/Department Head. Such
decisions should not be made lightly.
Students desirous of withdrawing from a course of study should

complete a Withdrawal Form. These forms are available from the
Office of the Registrar. Students must seek the approval and
signature of the Director, Counselling and Placement and the
appropriate Divisional/Department Head(s).
Once the form has been completed and signed, it should be

submitted to the Office of the Registrar.
Withdrawal from a Major
1. Two Subject Majors

a) Students may drop a Major within the first two weeks of the
first semester. Another Major MUST, however, be added.
2. Three Subject Majors

a) Students may drop a Major within THE FIRST TWO
WEEKS of:
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 The first semester of the first year or,
 The first semester of the second year, after

consultation with their Divisional/Department Head
and Student Counsellor. Another Major MAY be add-
ed.
After two (2) weeks, students may only withdraw from a Major
after consultation with their Divisional Head and the Student
Counsellor. They will, however, be required to enrol in additional
electives in order to satisfy the graduation requirements for
two-subject majors.
Students will not be permitted to drop a major after the first

semester of the second year.
Official Withdrawal from the College
A student who withdraws officially from a programme will be

permitted to “store” credits earned, provided he/she re-registers
within a period that is consistent with the residency rule
applicable to the programme of study (see page 23).
In order to withdraw officially from the College, a student must

complete an official ‘Withdrawal from College Form’, which is
available from the Office of Student Affairs or from the
Department of Counselling and Placement.
When the form is completed and withdrawal is approved by the

Director, Counselling and Placement, and by the appropriate
Divisional Head(s), the form should be submitted to the Office of
the Registrar. Withdrawal will be considered official only when
the completed form has been approved.
Unofficial Withdrawal from the College
A student, who without good reason, discontinues studies for four

consecutive weeks without informing the Office of the Registrar,
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will be considered to have withdrawn unofficially from the

College and will receive all “F” grades for enrolled courses. Such
a student will also be liable to the College for any outstanding
fees that are unpaid for the semester in which the withdrawal
takes place. Should such a student wish to re-enter the College,
he/she will be required to apply for re-admission.
TRANSFER TO NEW PROGRAMME
A student may be permitted to transfer to another programme at

the beginning of the academic year after consultation with the
Counsellors and the relevant Divisional Heads. Requests for
transfers must be made between July 1st and 31st of that year.
Such transfers must be recorded on a form provided for that
purpose by the Director, Counselling and Placement, or the
Registrar. The completed form must be submitted to the Office of
the Registrar before the end of the second semester. A formal
request for Advanced Standing/Transfer of grades must be made
at this time.
ABSENCE/LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Students are expected to attend all classes and complete all

programme requirements.
Absence from Classes
The following rules govern absence from classes by students:
a) Students who require leave of absence should apply in writing

to the appropriate Division/Department Head for permission
to be away from classes. In the case where the leave is to be
spent outside the island, permission should be sought in
writing from the Registrar through the appropriate Division/
Department Head.
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b. A student who is absent from classes in excess of two

consecutive days, must submit a medical certificate to the
appropriate Senior Tutor.
c. All students are required to report to Divisional Heads on
returning to the College after periods of absence.
d. A student will not be permitted to write an examination for a

course if the attendance during the semester is less than 80%
for that course, EXCEPT when the absence is:
i. Certified by the submission of a medical certificate

from an approved doctor;
ii. Due to performance of National Duty, eg: jury service,
participation in sporting events;
iii. Due to time-table conflicts arising from the College’s
scheduling of courses.
e. In those instances when the student does not meet the 80%
attendance rule, the student would be given an “F” grade for
the course and he/she would not be allowed to write the
supplemental for the course.
f. A student who is absent from a class test or an examination

must submit a medical certificate not later than one (1) day
after the test or examination. Failure to do so will result in the
assignment of an “F” grade for the test or examination.
Pregnancy
Pregnant students registered in the Department of Nursing, and

who are assigned to the Clinical area, are required to apply for
Leave of Absence at the beginning of the third trimester of
pregnancy. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in
the student being required to withdraw.
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Leave of Absence
In special circumstances, a student may be granted Leave of

Absence for a period not exceeding one year. Each case will be
considered on its own merit. Requests for Leave of Absence must
be forwarded to the Registrar through the relevant Division/
Department Head and should be accompanied by documents that
support the request.
Readmission
Former students may apply for readmission to complete previous

studies or to pursue another programme of study. The relevant
forms are available from the Student Affairs Office and must be
returned by the official deadlines.
If a student has completed a programme which has been

subsequently modified, and which is now the pre-requisite for the
course of study that the student wishes to pursue, the student will
be required to make up any deficiencies prior to being admitted to
the new programme of study.
Extended Studies
Students wishing to extend their period of study must request

permission. The relevant form is available from the Office of the
Registrar and must be approved by the appropriate Division/
Department Head. Extensions of one academic year or part
thereof are usually granted.
EXAMINATIONS
CHECKING THE BOARD FOR EXAMINATION DATES
Students who miss an examination due to: (1) late attendance or

(2) attendance on the incorrect date should note that this will
constitute their first attempt and will be awarded a failing grade.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO FINAL EXAMINATION STUDENTS
1. Students must display a valid BCC student identification card
2. To qualify to sit a final examination in any course, students

must satisfy 80% class attendance or must obtain the
permission of the Division/Department Head on the
recommendation of the course tutor.
3. Examination timetables are posted on the Examination Notice

Board located outside the Registrar’s Office and in your
Division. Please be sure to check for the correct day, time and
room for the examination before the actual day of the
examination.
4. If there is a clash with other examinations please notify your

Division/Department Head immediately. Clashes relating to
Cores and Electives should be reported to the Division of
General and Continuing Education.
5. When large numbers of students are being examined such as

for Cores and some Electives, several rooms are used for
examinations and more than one group assigned to a room.
Please be sure to know your group name and number

and to go to the correct room assigned as indicated on
the examination notice board.
6. Students must present themselves at the examination room at

least 20 minutes before the scheduled start of the examination.
7. Students must wait outside the examination room until they

are invited by the invigilator to enter the room and must sit
where directed.
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8. A student who does not sit the examination for a course for
which he/she is registered, will be deemed to have failed that
examination. This regulation will not apply in the case of
illness supported by a medical certificate or other justifiable
cause duly reported to the Division/Department Head. Please
note that missing an examination because due care and
attention was not given to the dates and times as set out in
the final examination timetable is not a justifiable cause.
9. No student will be permitted to ENTER the examination room

after the first 30 minutes of the examination period.
10. No student will be permitted to LEAVE the examination

room during the first 30 minutes or during the last 30 minutes
of the examination period.
11. Students will be permitted to bring into the examination: pens,

ink, coloured felt-tip pens, pencils, pencil sharpeners, rulers,
erasers, calculators (unless specifically prohibited).
12. Unless separately advised, students will not be allowed to

bring into the examination room: books, note or scrap paper,
calculators iPads, tablets, smart watches, mobile phones,
laptops or any other electronic gadget or equipment.. All
phones must be completely turned off and placed in bags.
13. Personal belongings such as bags, pencil cases, handbags

must be placed in the area designated by the Invigilator. Once
the examination has started, any student who wishes to
remove anything (such as tissue or a pen) from his/her bag
must raise their hand and seek the permission of the
Invigilator.
14. Students will be given a supply of paper or examination books

on which to write the examination.
15. All answers should be written on the paper or examination

books provided by the Invigilator.
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16. Additional paper or books may be obtained by raising a hand

to attract the attention of the Invigilator, not by a verbal
request or movement away from the desk.
17. There will be an instruction sheet on the front of each

question paper. Please be sure to complete the instructions
when instructed to do so.
18. Students should make sure that they understand the correct
number of questions to be answered and whether or not there
are any compulsory questions.
19. The Invigilator will inform students when to begin writing the
examination.
20. The Invigilator will inform students when there are 30

minutes and 5 minutes left before the end of the examination.
When the invigilator instructs students to stop writing, they
should immediately cease writing.
21. No student may in any circumstances speak to or

communicate with another student in the examination room.
Strict silence must be observed during the examination.
22. All enquiries must be addressed to the Invigilator.
23. A student is not permitted to make use of any unauthorized

book, manuscript or other extraneous aid, nor communicate
with any person other than the Invigilator, nor attempt to
complete his or her examination by any unfair means.
SUPPLEMENTAL EXAMINATIONS
Supplemental examinations are mandatory for all courses. To be

eligible , students must obtain no less than 40% (over all) in the
final examination. Divisional Heads (Senior Tutors) are permitted
to use their discretion with respect to the 40% qualification mark.
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The following conditions apply to Supplemental Examinations:
a. Supplemental examinations will be held before or during the

fourth week of the semester or a period agreed upon by the
divisional head and the students.
b. Students who pass supplemental examinations will not be

awarded a grade higher than C.
c. Students who fail a supplemental will be required to repeat
the relevant course.
d. Students are only permitted to write ONE supplemental

examination for each course in which they are enrolled.
e. Students who have failed Cores or Electives are not permitted

to take Supplemental examinations for those courses.
REPEATING OF COURSES
When a student repeats a course, the new grade and credits earned
will be included in the student’s cumulative grade point average.
A student who fails a course will be permitted to repeat the course

once only. The new grade and credits earned will be included in
the student’s cumulative grade point average.
A student who fails a course will not be permitted, under normal

circumstances, to enroll in any course for which the failed course
is a prerequisite, nor will he/she be eligible to graduate until he/
she has passed the course or that which has replaced it. However,
in special cases, this regulation may be waived at the discretion of
the relevant Division/Department Head.
A student who is repeating a course and who submits assignments

and sits examinations and tests but does not attend at least 80% of
the course, will not be awarded a grade higher than C in that
course.
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Students will be allowed provisional entry to a course for which

they have failed the prerequisite course, provided that they
qualify to take the supplemental examination for the failed
course.
Students who fail the supplemental examination for the failed

course will be automatically dropped from the course for which
they have provisional entry. (Provisional Entry will only apply in
the case of Semester II, if the policy is set to hold supplemental
examinations in the summer for courses failed in Semester II).
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
The Barbados Community College defines Academic Dishonesty,

i.e. Plagiarism and Academic Cheating, as follows:
Definition of Plagiarism
Plagiarism includes an attempt at, or accomplishment, of any of

the following:
a. The use of another person’s work (whether or not

copyrighted), the incorporation of that work in one’s own
work, and the submission of such work for credit without due
Acknowledgement.
b. Submitting as one’s own effort in the fulfillment of a course

requirement any research paper, semester paper, project,
report, essay, other written work, drawing, design, painting or
other artwork which has been prepared totally or in part by
another.
c. Any other devious means of securing a mark or grade which

will be recorded as part of the course work of the student.
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Definition of Academic Cheating
Academic cheating includes an attempt at, or accomplishment of,

any of the following:
a. Copying or obtaining information from another student’s test/

examination paper
b. Using during a test/examination, materials and or equipment
not authorised by the Invigilator or Tutor giving the test/
examination
c. Collaborating, conspiring or cooperating during a test or
examination with any other person by giving or receiving
information without authority
d. Obtaining or causing any other person to obtain all or part of
an un-administered test
e. Substituting for another student or permitting any other
person to substitute for oneself in the taking of a test
f. Altering the records of marks or grades
g. Having information related to the examination being written
on their person or any electronic device.
Discipline
Verification
The following procedures shall be followed for the verification of

an alleged incident of plagiarism or cheating:
a. When a student is suspected of plagiarism, the course tutor

shall inform him/her of this allegation and that the matter will
be reported to the Division/Department Head and the
disciplinary committee for further disciplinary action.
b. Students suspected of cheating in a final examination shall,

after investigation by the invigilator, be asked to surrender
immediately all evidence. They shall then be issued with a
new booklet or writing paper and a copy of questions to
continue the examination.
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c. The course Tutor/Invigilator, who is satisfied that the

dishonesty has taken place, shall submit a written report to the
Head of the Division in which the student’s programme of
study is taken. The student must sign the report before leaving
the exam.
d. When the student admits to the offence, the student should
respond in writing to the allegation and submit the
correspondence to the Division/Department Head.
e. When the student contests the allegation, the Division/

Department Head shall convene a disciplinary committee
consisting of the Deputy Principal, Registrar or his nominee,
the Division/Department Head, a representative of
Counselling and Placement, a member of the Students’ Guild,
one other persons of their choice and himself/herself. The
Committee, chaired by the Head of the Division or his
nominee shall review the evidence presented and allow the
student to present his or her defense.
f. It shall then be determined whether or not the student has a

record of previous offences.
g. Based on the results of the investigation, the level of

discipline, if any, shall be determined;
h. A full report of the incident and the outcome of the

investigation shall be submitted to the Principal
i. All offences of which a student is found guilty will be noted

on the student’s record.
Sanctions:
The following sanctions shall be applied to acts of plagiarisms

and cheating:
a. A minimum sanction of zero shall be imposed on the work in

question.
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b. A sanction of ‘F’ may be imposed in that course.
c. The student may be disqualified from all examinations of the

College for a specified period.
d. A student who has recorded clear instances of academic
dishonesty in a programme, may not be awarded a Bachelor’s
Degree, Associate Degree or Certificate of Achievement in
that programme and may be dismissed from the College.
e. Students may be suspended or dismissed from the College.
GRADE REVIEW/APPEAL PROCEDURES
A student who feels that the final grade received in a course is

incorrect or unreasonable should proceed as follows:
i. Confer with the course Tutor who assigned the grade and
make every effort to resolve the difference.
ii. If the problem is not resolved, the student should then file a
written Grade Review to the head of the Division/ Department
in which the course grade was assigned. This must be done
not later than one (1) week after the grade is posted on the
notice board. The appropriate form may be obtained from the
Office of the Registrar.
iii. If either party (course Tutor or student) is dissatisfied with the

outcome, a Grade Appeal is forwarded to the Registrar who
will call upon the Grade Appeals Committee to hold a
hearing within three weeks on the matter. Both the course
Tutor and the student will be given at least four school days
prior notice of the date, time, and place of the hearing. At the
hearing, both the course Tutor and the student will appear,
will be allowed to present their cases and will be allowed to
introduce into evidence, tests, papers, grade reports and
records of class procedures, in support of their cases. If the
committee feels that further evidence is needed, other
witnesses may be called to give additional information.
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iv. Should the committee rule in favour of the student, it will

recommend the appropriate grade change.
v. The committee will deliver its written recommendation to the

Registrar, the Division/Department Head, the course Tutor,
and the student involved.
vi. The decision of the Grade Appeals Committee will be

regarded as final.
vii. The Grade Appeals Committee should be chaired by the

Deputy Principal and, should comprise the Assistant
Registrar, the Director, Counselling and Placement, the
Division/Department Head in which the course was taken
and, when appropriate, an external course moderator.
STUDENT RECORDS
Academic Records are issued each semester and may be collected

from the Divisional Office.
Release of Information
a. Only the Registrar or persons authorised by the Registrar will

be allowed access to student records which are lodged in the
Office of the Registrar.
b. Approved agencies such as Universities and prospective

employers will be informed only of the date of students’
registration at the College, the programme in which the
student is registered and the duration of the programme.
c. Any other information will be released only at the student’s

written request. (This regulation also applies to the release of
examination results and certificates.)
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d. Transcripts will be forwarded directly to Universities and

Colleges at the request of the student.
e. A student’s record/transcript may be withheld if the student is

in violation of any College regulation.
f. The College reserves the right to give information on students

to parents, guardians, persons in loco parentis or to agencies/
organizations funding the students’ studies.
Issuing of Certificates
a. A person who loses their original certificate may be issued

with a new certificate which carries the word DUPLICATE.
The charge for providing the new certificate is $250.00. The
College will provide written evidence of a student’s academic
achievement where a certificate has been misplaced or
destroyed.
b. Where a student is known by a name other than his/her first,

he/she should inform the Registrar in writing of the name
which should appear on his/her certificate/diploma prior to the
issuing of the certificate/diploma.
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
INTRODUCTION
The Deputy Principal has been delegated the responsibility for

informing the students of their rights and obligations under the
grievance procedure, and he/ she shall seek to resolve informally
as many grievances as possible.
Students who believe that they have been treated unfairly,

discriminated against, or who have had their rights as stated in the
Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities impinged, may
lodge a grievance with the Deputy Principal.
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PRELIMINARY STEPS
To resolve a grievance concerning matters within the College, the

following steps of the grievance procedure shall be observed:
i. The aggrieved student (complainant) shall first discuss the

matter with the person involved (respondent) and attempt to
resolve the grievance through informal resolution.
ii. If there is no resolution, the aggrieved student shall request

his/ her Division/Department Head to assist in the informal
resolution of the grievance.
iii. If, after five (5) working days, there is still no resolution, the
aggrieved student shall request the Deputy Principal to assist
in the informal resolution of the grievance.
iv. If the matter has not been satisfactorily resolved through the
informal process, the aggrieved student shall submit a written
statement of the grievance to the Grievance Committee
through the Office of the Deputy Principal within fifteen (15)
College days after his/her meeting with the Deputy Principal.
The statement shall be submitted on the prescribed form and shall

contain:
i. A brief narrative of the condition giving rise to the grievance;
ii. The name(s) of the person(s) involved:
iii. A statement of the expected outcome.
The Deputy Principal shall forward with the statement of the

aggrieved student, reports from himself/herself and the relevant
Division/Department Head to the Grievance Committee.
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GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE
The Grievance Committee shall be ad hoc and shall consist of

two (2) members of staff who shall be chosen by the Staff
Association, two (2) students who shall be chosen by the
Executive members of the Students’ Guild from among
themselves or from among Divisional representatives and a
Chairman who shall be a member of the Administration, but who
shall not be the Deputy Principal.
COMMITTEE ACTION
i. The Grievance Committee shall meet no later than ten (10)

College days after receiving the written statement in order to
review the facts of grievance and to render a decision as to
whether sufficient grounds are present to warrant a hearing. It
shall ensure that the issues in the written statement of the
aggrieved student were discussed at all levels and shall give
careful consideration to any recommendations made by the
Division/Department Head and the Deputy Principal.
ii. If the Grievance Committee decides that there are insufficient

grounds to accept a case for hearing, it shall notify in writing,
all persons directly involved of its decision and of the reason
for its action. The decision of the Grievance Committee in
this regard shall be final and binding on all parties.
iii. If the Grievance Committee decides that a hearing should be

held, all parties involved, including witnesses, shall be given
five (5) College days’ notice of the date, time and place of the
hearing. This shall take place within fifteen (15) College days
of the Committee’s first meeting.
iv. The hearing shall be closed to everyone except the members

of the Grievance Committee, the aggrieved student, the
respondent, advisors, and witnesses during the actual time of
their testimony. Strict rules of evidence shall not apply. The
Committee reserves the right to allow the presence of a
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recording secretary
v. After all information is exchanged, the Committee, with its

recording secretary, shall meet in closed session to decide on
its recommendation.
RIGHTS OF AGGRIEVED STUDENT AND RESPONDENT
The aggrieved student and the respondent shall each have the
right to:
i. Be present at the hearing.
ii. Present evidence by witness.
iii. Bring an advisor to the hearing. The advisor shall serve in an

advisory capacity only, and shall not address the Committee
individually or as a whole, unless requested to do so by the
Committee.
iv) Question all witnesses.
HEARING DECISION
The Grievance Committee shall submit its report to the Deputy

Principal, the aggrieved student and the respondent within five (5)
College days of the conclusion of the hearing. The report shall
contain the Committee’s recommendation(s) and the reason(s) for
its decision. The Deputy Principal shall cause the
recommendation(s) of the Grievance Committee to be
implemented within five (5) College days after the receipt of the
report. The decision of the Grievance Committee shall be final.
ENFORCED MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL
The Board of Management of the Barbados Community College

reserves the right to temporarily withdraw a student from the
College for misconduct that has its basis in a psychological or
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medical condition. Such action will be taken with the appropriate

professional consultation and in accordance with the rules of
natural justice.
GRADUATION
The College’s Graduation Ceremony is usually held within the

second week of November of each year. Students wishing to
graduate at that time must satisfy the requirements for graduation
by the end of the previous academic year.
GRADUATION ATTIRE
All persons wishing to take part in the graduation ceremony are

required to wear the official graduation gown and hood where
necessary. Those who fail to comply with the dress requirements
would be excluded from taking part in the ceremony.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO GRADUATE?
Students are not charged for attending the graduation ceremony;

the only expense would be the cost of renting the graduation
gown from the College. Currently the rental fee is $200.00.
Students are refunded $40.00 provided that they return the gowns
in good condition and in the specified time.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
In order to become eligible for graduation a student must

complete all programme requirements, as stipulated by the
College as a whole and by the respective Divisions.
See Section “PROGRAMMES OF STUDY” for the programme

requirements. Please note that the College reserves the right to
change these requirements if, or when it deems the change
necessary. It is therefore your responsibility to ensure that you are
aware of the current requirements of your programme.
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Bachelor Degree Requirements (Cumulative G.P.A.)
i. A cumulative G.P.A. of 2.00 or more is required for

graduation; a minimum grade of C is compulsory for some
courses. This information is given in the Divisional
requirements.
ii. A student with a G.P.A. of 2.00 to 2.99 will graduate with a

Pass.
iii. A student with a G.P.A. of 3.00 to 3.49 will graduate with

Lower Second Class Honours.
iv.
iv. A student with a G.P.A. of 3.50 to 3.74 will graduate with
Upper Second Class Honours.
v. A student with a G.P.A. of 3.75 to 4.00 will graduate with

First Class Honours.
Associate Degree Requirements (Cumulative G.P.A.)
i. A cumulative G.P.A. of 2.00 or more is required for

graduation; a minimum grade of C is compulsory for some
courses. This information is given in the Divisional
requirements.
ii. A student with a G.P.A. of 3.50 to 3.74 will graduate with

Credit.
iii. A student with G.P.A. of 3.75 or more will graduate with

Distinction.
N.B: A STUDENT IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR GRADUATION

IF HE/SHE HAS A GRADE OF “F” IN ANY COURSE OF
STUDY.
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COLLECTION OF CERTIFICATES
Students are reminded that they are required to collect their

certificates from the Office of student Affairs within ONE (1)
year of graduation.
MONEY MATTERS
REGULATIONS CONCERNING PAYMENT OF FEES
Students are required to comply with the regulations relating to

the payment of fees. Failure to do so may result in de-registration.
1. All students are required to make full payment of fees for

courses/programmes of study before the start of the course/
programme.
2. Provision to pay fees by installment, determined by the

Registrar, may be made ONLY in special cases when a
student is unable to make full payment of fees.
3. Students granted permission to pay fees by installment MUST

pay the quantum of fees for the semester before the date of
semester examinations in order to be eligible to write said
examinations.
4. Students failing to comply with the payment schedule will not

be permitted to write examinations, EXCEPT in special cir-
cumstances (to be determined by the Registrar or his/her
designee).
5. In any situation when a student is unable to comply with the

schedule of payment, he/she should discuss the matter with
the Registrar or his/her designee.
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REFUND OF FEES
Local Students
Barbadian students who register for a programme of study at the
College and withdraw officially before the end of the second
week of the first semester should be refunded two hundred and
seventy dollars ($270.00) Bds.
Barbadian students who register for a one-year programme and

withdraw officially after the first two weeks of the first semester
are not entitled to a refund.
Barbadian students who register for a programme of two years’ or

three years’ duration and withdraw officially between weeks three
(3) and four (4) of the first semester, first year, will be refunded
50% of the quantum of fees paid. No refund will be made after
this period.
International Students (Regional and Extra Regional)
Non-Barbadian students, who register for a programme of any

duration and withdraw officially before the end of the second
week of the first semester should be refunded 95% of the
quantum of fees.
Non-Barbadian students who withdraw officially after the first

two weeks of the first semester but before the last six weeks of
that semester are entitled to a refund of half (½) his/her course
fees only. No refund of the Registration Fees will be given.
All Students
Refund for Course Cancellation

In the event that an advertised course is not offered, students
would be entitled to a refund of all fees. (This does not include
the application fee.)
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PAYMENT BY CHEQUE
Students who pay their fees by cheque are asked to note that in
the event that cheques tendered for payment of fees are
dishonoured, the student will be required, with immediate effect,
to pay the required fee and the administration fee of $50. Failure
to do so will result in withdrawal from the programme.
OUTSTANDING FEES
Students who have outstanding fees will not be permitted to

write final examinations and may be asked to withdraw from
the College until all fees have been paid. Failure to pay
outstanding fees could seriously affect requests for
transcripts, or participation in the graduation exercise.
FINANCIAL AID
Barbados Association of Retired Persons (BARP)
BARP discount will only be considered for those persons

pursuing courses of less than one (1) year’s duration. The BARP
discount does not apply to courses that have been extended.
N.B.: Applications for the discount cannot be applied
retroactively. This discount is subject to change.
THE STUDENTS’ CONTINGENCY FUND
This is a small fund set aside by the Barbados Community

College to support students who are in financial need. The fund is
supported through the annual collection of fees from the rental of
lockers. Students wishing to avail themselves of this facility
should consult the Director, Counselling and Placement, or their
Divisional Representative.
ENABLING GRANT
Enabling grants, are payable to students pursuing full-time study

at a tertiary institution, and experiencing financial difficulties.
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Who is Eligible?
1. Applicants must be citizens of Barbados, and in their final

year of study;
2. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need.
Value of Enabling Grant
A maximum grant of up to Bds$2,000.00 is payable to eligible

persons.
For further information and application forms, you can contact

the Ministry at the address below:
Tertiary Section (Awards & Scholarships)

Minister of Education, Technological and Vocational Training
Elsie Payne Complex
Constitution Road, St. Michael
PARTIAL PAYMENTS
Students who are unable to pay the full amount of their fees at
registration may request permission to pay in instalments. The
relevant form may be obtained from the Office of the Registrar.
THE STUDENT REVOLVING LOAN FUND
The Student Revolving Loan Fund is funded by the Government

of Barbados and administered by the Ministry of Education,
Science, Technology and Innovation.
Who is Eligible?
Barbadian citizens (between the ages of 18 and 35 years) who

have enrolled or have gained acceptance to technical/vocational
training programmes at the College are eligible. Taken into
consideration would be the level of the student’s family income
as well as the level of education to be financed.
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Which Programmes qualify as technical/vocational?
All courses offered in the Divisions of Technology, The Hospital-

ity Institute, and Health Sciences, as well as professional and
vocational courses in the Division of Commerce.
What does the loan cover?
The amount of the loan will be determined by the expenses ex-

pected to be incurred in pursuing the particular courses of study
and will cover costs of tuition, books, materials, equipment, tools,
travel and living expenses associated with studies.
For Further Information and application forms, you can contact

the Ministry at the address below.
Student Revolving Loan Fund,

Minister of Education, Technological and
Vocational Training
Elsie Payne Complex, Constitution Road,
St. Michael.
Telephone: 535-0834/35
SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS
Specific categories of students undertaking the Associate Degree

may be eligible for Barbados Scholarships, Exhibitions and
Awards for Outstanding Achievement. The criteria governing
such awards are as follows:
Who is Eligible?
To be eligible for the award of the Barbados Scholarship,

Exhibition and Awards of Excellence the individual must satisfy
the following requirements:
1. Citizens of Barbados
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2. Children of a citizen of Barbados
3. Children of a person who is ordinarily resident in Barbados

and has been so for a period of at least seven years.
4. For Barbados Scholarships and Exhibitions, persons who are

20 years old or under on the date on which they complete the
requirements in the relevant examinations.
5. For Awards of Excellence, persons over 20 years of age but

under 30 years of age on the date on which he/she completes
the requirements of the Associate Degree.
BARBADOS SCHOLARSHIP
Academic Requirements
Students pursuing the BCC Associate Degree must:
1. Pursue courses totalling 72 credits, including 60 credits in

their main field of study;
2. Attain grade A in the core subjects, Caribbean Politics and

society and English and Communication;
3. Attain a minimum G.P.A. of 4.00 over 72 credits and meet

criteria (1) and (2) above.
BARBADOS EXHIBITION
Students pursuing the BCC Associate Degree must:
1. Pursue courses totalling 72 credits, including 60 credits in

their main field of study;
2. Attain at least a in each of two-thirds of the courses in their

main field of study;
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3. Attain at least B+ in each course in the remaining other

one-third of the courses in their main field of study;
4. Attain a grade A in one of the core courses Caribbean politics

and society and English and Communication and no less than
a B+ in the other; and
5. Attain a minimum G.P.A of 3.81 over no less than 72 credits

while including 60 credits in their main field of study.
BARBADOS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Academic Requirements
No candidate may be awarded an Award of Excellence unless

he/she:
1. Is over 20 years of age but under 30 years of age on the date

on which he/she completes the requirements of the Associate
Degree;
2. Achieves a cumulative G.P.A. not lower than 3.75;
3. Obtains a minimum Grade A in the Core 100 (English and

Communication) and Core 102 (Caribbean Politics and
Society);
4. Is not the holder of any higher degree or qualification.
SEMESTER ABROAD PROGRAMME
The Barbados Community College in collaboration with the

Canada CARICOM Leadership and the (ELAP) Emerging
Leaders in America’s scholarship programme, facilitates
successful applicants’ participation in the exchange programme
for a period of one to two semesters at a Canadian college/
university. Some of the Colleges participating in this programme
are Fanshawe College, University of Winnipeg, Canadore
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College, St. Lawrence College, Sheridan College Institute of

Technology and Advanced
Learning and Lakeland College. Applications can be obtained

from the Registrar’s office.
Applications are usually made between February and March.

Students under 18 years of age must have a custodian in Canada.
Students are required to have:
 A valid Barbados Passport
 A G.P.A. of 3.00 or above
 Satisfactory conduct record
STUDENT SERVICES
STUDENT AFFAIRS
The Student Affairs section of the Registry handles many aspects

of students’ relationship with the College, from application to
graduation and beyond.
Below is a list of some of the many activities carried out in

Student Affairs.
 Academic Records
 Advanced Standing
 Change of Name/Address
 Extended Studies
 Grade Review
 Graduation
 Leave of Absence
 Letters to Embassy
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 Refund of Caution Fees

 Transcripts
 Transfer to New Programme
 Withdrawal from a Course/Major/College
STUDENT AFFAIRS STAFF
Below you are introduced to the staff of Student Affairs and their
areas of responsibility.
Sharon Bourne-Callender - Gen Ed/Phys Ed
Jennifer Weekes - Computer Studies/Tech/Vocational
Twena Cumberbatch - Commerce/Applied Arts
Charmaine Estwick - Arts & Science Majors
Sheron Ward - Technology/Hospitality
Kristina Estwick - Fine Arts
Vrecia Webb - Transcripts
Natalie Medford - Health Science
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COLLEGE LIBRARY
The College has a library of over 26,000 volumes including

periodicals. It caters to all Divisions and membership is open to
all members of the academic and administrative staff and to all
registered students upon the completion of a library registration
card obtainable at the circulation desk.
Library Opening Days/Hours
Semester: Monday - Thursday 9.00 am - 8:30 pm

Fridays 9.00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturdays 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Vacation: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Library is closed on public holidays.
LIBRARY LOANS
Regular Loans
Students are permitted to borrow a maximum of four books at a
time for a period of two (2) weeks. The College Librarian,
however, reserves the right to recall any book on loan if a request
is made for it.
Overnight Loans
There are books that appear on the overnight shelf of the library.
These books, when borrowed, must be returned by 9:30 am the
day after which they were borrowed.
Reserve Loans
Books are loaned for two (2) hours at a time and must not be
removed from the Library.
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Library Fines
Fines are imposed for the late return of books, damage to books
and loss of books. Readers should check their books carefully
before leaving the Library and report any damage noticed since
they will be deemed liable for any damage discovered when the
books are returned. For late return of books the fines are:
Regular Loans Overnight Books Overnight Books Due

at 5:30 pm
15¢ per day 25¢ if returned 25¢ up to 7:00 pm
before 12:00
50¢ if returned by 50¢ up to 9:00 am the
5:00 pm the same following day.
No books will be issued to any student who owes a fine.
Photocopying Services
The Library also offers a self-administered photocopying service.

Photocopy cards can be purchased in denominations of $7.00,
$14.00 and $21.00. Payment for the cards is made to the
Accounts Department, and a receipt issued. The cards are then
issued in the Library on presentation of the receipt.
Library Conduct
Students using the Library are expected to observe the following

rules:
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A. Silence must be observed at all times in the library;
B. Bags, briefcases, handbags or parcels must not be brought

into the library. These must be deposited in the lockers
provided by the college.
C. No bottles of ink may be brought into the library; bcc student

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D. Readers must not mark, deface or damage any book or other

library material or furnishings in any way;
E. Readers must not disarrange chairs, tables or any other

fittings;
F. Smoking is strictly forbidden;
G. Food or drink must not be brought into the library or

consumed there;
H. All books, periodicals, etc. Taken from the shelves and used
in the library should be left on the tables and not replaced on
the shelves;
I. All readers leaving the Library are required to show at the

circulation desk all books, periodicals, etc. In their possession
whether these belong to the College or not. Readers may also
be required to open for inspection any receptacle being carried
out of the Library.
All members of the Library staff are empowered to require

readers to comply with the above rules. Anyone breaking these
rules may be excluded or suspended from the use of the Library.
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COLLEGE BOOKSHOP
CONTACT INFORMATION
Tel: (246) 426-2858 Ext. 5400 / (246) 431-0379

Fax: (246) 426-1855
Website: www.booksourceonline.com
Email: booksource@caribsurf.com
The Bookshop caters to the needs of over 3900 students and staff
offering required and recommended materials for courses as well
as a broad range of services. You can save up to 60% on many
books when you shop at the College Bookshop.
Bookshop Opening Hours (Semester)

Mondays 8.30 am – 6.00 pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays 8.30 am – 6.00 pm
Fridays 8.30 am – 5.00 pm
Special Order Service
In the event that a book is not in stock at the Bookshop, students

can place a special order for it. Books bought on special order can
be collected within three to four business days depending on the
availability of the book.
Online Database
You can visit the Bookshop’s website at

www.booksourceonline.com to view the large selection of titles
that are readily available or you can place an order from the
comfort of your homes.
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Printing & Binding Services
The Bookshop provides a facility where students can have their

assignments/ projects printed in colour and professionally bound.
There is also a photocopying service offered at the Bookshop.
More than a Bookshop
The Bookshop offers much more than just books. The following
items are also available:
 Nursing Uniforms & Lab Coats

 Daily Newspapers
 Art Supplies (Brushes, paints, etc.)
 Snacks (Fruit juices, candy, sweet biscuits)
 Postal Stamps (On-site Post Box)
COUNSELLING AND PLACEMENT SERVICES
Counselling and Placement Services assist students in developing

skills that will help them apply themselves effectively to College
studies, enhance their personal development and prepare them for
career success.
Academic Advising
 Provides individual consultation with counsellors.
 Provides assistance to students who are experiencing

challenges with their courses or programmes eg too heavy
work loads, etc.
 Helps students on academic warning/probation.
 Advises students with respect to dropping/adding courses,

choice of electives, programme transfers, and graduation
requirements.
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 Offers success skills seminars that cover topics such as: Study
Skills, Time Management, Note Taking, Writing Essays,
Study Groups, Presentations, Improving Reading Skills, Test
Anxiety and Exam Preparation.
 Teaches effective approaches to study skills via various audio/
visual aids.
Career Counselling
Assists students in selecting a major field of study and planning a
career. Encourages students to develop realistic goals.
Higher Education Advising

 Provides comprehensive information on College/Universities
and scholarships in the Caribbean, U.K., Canada and the
U.S.A.
 Assists students in the research and selection of a programme

of study.
 Provides guidance with college applications and pre-

admission tests.
Job Placement
 Offers a free job placement service for students and graduates.
 Assists with the job search process: résumés, cover letters,

interview techniques.
 Enriches learning and skills development through the

integration of internship opportunities.
 Prepares students for part-time, full-time, summer and

graduate employment.
Personal Counselling
 Helps students make decisions and learn strategies to help
cope with difficulties.
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 Targets issues such as stress and anxiety management, self-

confidence, family problems, interpersonal relationships,
personal crises, depression, and inability to concentrate.
 Provides referral services: counsellors may be able to put
students in touch with community agencies if special help,
including health concerns, is needed.
Performing well in college can sometimes be difficult when

personal problems arise. Discussion of personal concerns is
always kept strictly confidential with the exception of legal and
ethical obligations.
To make an appointment with a Counsellor or the Placement

Officer, visit the Counselling & Placement Centre, located
directly under the main library, or contact us by phone at 426-
2858 Ext: 5135.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY POLICY
1) By signing into the Barbados Community College’s network/

WIFI you are bounded by the policies of the College and all
local or international laws.
2) Students may not use the Internet or e-mail systems to

transmit offensive, obscene, harassing or defamatory
messages. Personal information about other individuals must
not be transmitted without their authorization.
3) Provided below is a non-exclusive list of prohibited activities

in which e-mail and internet users may not engage. When
considering the propriety of engaging in a particular act,
students should be guided by both the specific prohibitions
provided below and the general objectives and guidelines
expressed in this Policy Statement. Prohibited activities
include:
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a. Using college system/network resources to store, access or

send material that is obscene, illegal, discriminating,
derogatory, sexually offensive, ethnically offensive, or
intended to defame or harass others.
b. Creating, accessing, downloading or transmitting messages or
images that might be considered inappropriate, including but
not limited to:
i. Messages or images that are lewd, obscene or

pornographic.
ii. Messages or images that might be considered

offensive or harassing due to their reference to race,
sex, age, sexual orientation, marital preference, reli-
gion, national origin, physical or mental disability or
other protected status.
iii. Using E-mail or the internet to harass, intimidate or

annoy other persons.
iv. Spreading “chain mail”, “Spam”, “Junk mail” and

other frivolous communications.
v. Downloading, copying or transmitting software and/or

documents protected by copyrights.
vi. Downloading any other software or materials (such as

on-line publications) on the College’s computers
unless the College’s Management Information
Systems department has approved such download and
has taken appropriate anti-virus measures.
vii. Using encryption devices and software that have not

been expressly authorized by the Management
Information Systems department.
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viii.Downloading massive amounts of information, that

causes system degradation.
4. Students are free to bring their devices to log onto the

College’s WIFI system. The College will not be responsible
or liable for any damages incurred while using the College’s
WIFI or network.
5. Any electronic damages done to the student’s devices while

using the College’s power sources will be the sole
responsibility of the owner of the device.
6. The College’s email assigned to the student remains the

property of the College and maybe revoked.
7. Network and Internet usage maybe revoked for any violation

of the College’s Policies.
Barbados Community College reserves the right to change this

policy without notice. Please feel free to contact us at
mis@bcc.edu.bb or 426-2858 ext. 5388 with any comments,
suggestions or concerns.
STUDENT HEALTH CLINIC
The Student Health Clinic is open to all students of the Barbados

Community College, whether full-time or part-time. The Health
Clinic is located directly opposite the Library.
A highly qualified registered nurse manages the Student Health

Clinic. Make sure that you report any illness that is likely to
affect your studies e.g. asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, high blood
pressure and allergies.
Students under 18 years of age will need to obtain permission

from their parent/guardian in order to receive treatment at the
Clinic.
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Clinic Opening Hours

The Student Health Clinic is closed during the vacation periods
and on College and public holidays. During the semester, the
opening hours are from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Clinic Services
The services of the Health Clinic are free to all students of the
Barbados Community College. The Clinic offers the following
services:
 First Aid Treatment

 Limited Emergency Medications
 Blood Pressure Checks
 Blood Sugar Test
 Cholesterol Test
 HIV/AIDS Screening & Counselling
 Counselling (STDs, Substance Abuse)
 Nutrition & Weight Loss Counselling on any aspect of
maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Is there a Doctor at the Clinic?

The doctor will visit the Clinic every Tuesday from
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm. All students wishing to see the doctor should
report to the Clinic between 9:00 am and 11:00 am on Tuesday.
Please note, however, that appointments can be made any time
before.
Medical History
Please report to the nurse any treatment that you may have
received at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital or any other medical
facility so that accurate and up-to-date medical information is
available in the event of an emergency. If you are not diabetic but
have immediate family members who are diabetic, you can be
tested for the condition at the Clinic.
Any contact with a communicable disease such as measles,

mumps, or chicken pox should be reported immediately.
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Ophthalmic Care
Mr. N.K. Melville of Harcourt Carter Optical will give 10% off
eye examinations to students of the College. You will need to
request a letter from the Student Affairs office for this purpose.
Confidentiality
The medical reports of students are securely maintained and
strictly confidential.
STUDENTS’ GUILD
All registered students of the College shall be full members of the

Guild whether pursuing studies on a full-time or part-time basis.
The Guild Council

The organizing body of the Students’ Guild is the Guild Council
which comprises several executive positions (e.g. President, Vice
President) and a representative from each Division. Also included
in the Council are committees responsible for sports, cultural
activities, publications and welfare.
Purpose of the Guild Council

As taken from the Constitution of the Students’ Guild, the
purpose of the Guild is to “…promote, foster and develop the
educational, social, cultural and economic interests of Guild
members and represent such interests in the College community
and at the national level.”
Guild Council Membership

In order to hold office in the Student Council, students must have
a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.00 or an average
academic performance of a C grade.
Guild Council Elections

The members of the Guild Council are elected by ballot within
five weeks after the beginning of Semester II. Students interested
in holding office should submit themselves for nomination at the
appropriate time.
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STUDENT FACILITIES
GYMNASIUM
The College has a spacious gymnasium which can seat about 700
persons and which is used for games such as basketball,
volleyball, badminton, table tennis and gymnastics. Other
activities, which take place in the gymnasium, are karate, judo

and dancing. The College Physical Education programme is
organised by the Physical Education Department. Permission
must be sought for the use of all Sports facilities and apparatus.
Students also have access to state-of-the-art fitness equipment to

help them stay fit and healthy during their life at the College.
AUDITORIUMS
There are two auditoriums at the College, the main one being the
Liberal Arts Auditorium that is designed for dramatic
productions, seminars and conferences. The other auditorium is in
the Division of Science and is used for the holding of
examinations.
PAVILION, STUDENTS’ COMMON ROOM
Students also have the facilities of a Sports pavilion and a

students’ common room containing an office for use by the
executive of the Student Council. The common room has
facilities for the playing of table tennis, card games, dominoes,
darts and chess. There is also a pay phone available there for use
by the students.
ART GALLERY
The Art Gallery is located in the Division of Fine Arts and is used
for art exhibitions, seminars and fashion shows.
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LOCKERS
Locker facilities are available to students on a rental basis. The

lockers are to be found in the blocks housing the Division of
Commerce, Liberal Arts and Science, the Morningside extension,
the Hospitality Institute and in the area of the gymnasium.
Students’ personal effects should not be left in lockers over the

weekends or during the holidays. The College accepts no
responsibility whatever for loss of students’ property from the
College.
CAFETERIA
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
The College’s cafeteria is well equipped to cater to all students. It

is conveniently located next to the students’ common room. The
hours of business are:
PARKING FACILITIES
Some parking may be available to students and alternative

parking is available next to College (Eastern side). The parking
areas are clearly indicated and students are expected to use them.
The parking of vehicles on all access roads on the College

campus is strictly prohibited.
The College does not accept responsibility for damage to, or theft
of vehicles while on College property.
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CLUBS & SOCIETIES
UNIVERSITY & COLLEGE’S CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

(U.C.C.F.)
Our motto is “To Know Christ and to Make Him Known”.
Therefore, we not only meet and have sessions where we worship

and learn more about God, but we also let others know about our
wonderful Saviour in whatever way we can.
We meet every morning in the Liberal Arts Auditorium from 8:00

am - 9:00 am where we have activities such as worship sessions
and games. Speakers are sometimes brought in to speak on
different topics, not only spiritual, but also topics to enhance the
overall development of the students.
The U.C.C.F. is divided up into small groups (cell groups) for

bible study. We also have dance, drama, chorale and prayer
groups. Other activities held during the year are lunchtime
concerts and an annual grand concert, where we not only
highlight the talents within the U.C.C.F. but also reach out to
students using various art forms. There is also an annual retreat,
usually held during the Easter vacation that is a mixture of fun,
fellowship and spiritual development.
CIRCLE K CLUB
Circle K is a service organisation for students at the tertiary level.

There is no age limit for persons willing to join. The club was
chartered in 1999 by former students of the College. Since then,
the club has been growing continuously. The Kiwanis Club of
Barbados Central sponsors it.
There are more than 200 Circle K clubs all over the world, in
countries like Canada, the United States of America and the
Caribbean.
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These clubs are divided into Districts, which are further

sub-divided into divisions to facilitate better communication. The
Barbados Community College’s Circle K club is part of the
Paradise Division in the Eastern Canada & the Caribbean
(E.C. &C.)
District. Other member countries of the E.C. &C. District are

Jamaica, St. Lucia, Trinidad & Tobago, the Bahamas, Canada and
Antigua.
Two conventions are held every year, District and International,

for the purpose of electing new officers for posts, amending
by-laws and any other Circle K business of that nature. District
Conventions are held in March, in one of the member countries of

your district. International Conventions are held in the United
States of America during the month of August. The Barbados
Community College’s Circle K is always strongly represented at
these conventions.
Circle K Activities
The Circle K club is committed to making vital contributions to

the betterment of mankind. Some of the projects included feeding
the homeless, visiting children’s homes and beach clean ups. The
club also has a mentorship programme for children at the primary
school level.
To Become a Member
To become a member you must:
1. Attend at least three (3) consecutive club meetings
2. Participate in at least one (1) service project
3. Pay semester dues.
Benefits of Membership
Circle K offers members many avenues for personal
development, including the acquisition of leadership skills and
enhanced appreciation for cultural diversity.
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Meetings (Where & When)
The Circle K Club meets every Tuesday at 12:15 pm in Science

301.
THE POLITICAL SOCIETY ASSOCIATION

The Political Science Association was established in September
2000. It was felt that the formation of such an Association would
afford students the opportunity to develop a greater understanding
of the political processes fuelling government policies the world
over. Its motto is “Moulding the Minds of the Future”. Associa-

tion members devote time to researching, analysing and debating
the issues that affect many aspects of their lives.
Membership
The Political Science Association is open to all present and past

students of the Barbados Community College. The Association is
particularly interested in attracting those students who are
community minded, sharing and giving.
Major Activities
In October 2001, a group of students from the Association visited

Ecuador to participate in a United Nations Model Assembly.
Nations such as Germany, the United States of America and
China were represented. Since that time, the College has been
represented at each annual UN Model Assembly.
Two of the past awardees of the Association were: the former

Prime Minister of Barbados, the Honourable Owen Seymour
Arthur with “Politician of the Year; and entrepreneur Mr. Robbie
Robinson, the proprietor of Ajax Construction, for his
commitment to community development.
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Meetings
Time: Tuesdays 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Venue: Commerce, Room 201
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
SICKNESS, INJURY
The Student Health Clinic is situated in the Language Centre at

Morningside. It is open to all students of the Barbados
Community College, full-time or part-time. Only students with
the appropriate Student ID Cards will be seen in the Clinic.
Students requiring first-aid treatment in the event of an injury or

sickness should contact the office of the Nurse, in the Student
Health Clinic. Any contact with a communicable disease such as
measles, mumps or chicken pox should be reported at once.
ACCIDENT
All Barbadian Students are currently required to purchase a

Student Accident Policy that allows them to claim benefits for
treatment and/or other services supplied when they are involved
in any accidents during any period excluding vacations.
In order to request a refund of monies paid for medical attention

obtained as a result of an accident, the student will be required to:
I. Take a green ICB Insurance Claim Form (with the official

College stamp) to the Doctor’s office. The student should
ensure that the Doctor signs this form. The student will be
required to pay the relevant fees.
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II. Submit the completed form, original receipt and a copy, and a
report on the accident to Insurance & General Services (IGS),
8 Kinnor Place, Cheapside, Bridgetown, no later than one
month after the accident occurred.
Queries concerning refunds should be directed to IGS at

429-8810.
If the accident occurred during a supervised class, the Tutor who

was present must also submit a written report to the Office of the
Registrar no later than one week after the accident occurred.
FIRE
Fire hoses are installed at various points throughout the Eyrie

campus. In the event of fire, these hoses should be pulled from
their drums and water will automatically flow through them.
Hand-held extinguishers are also available for fighting a blaze.

These are to be found in certain rooms in each campus,
particularly in laboratories and work areas in the Division of
Science, Health Sciences and Hospitality Institute.
In the event of fire, the person discovering it should immediately

call the Fire Service by phoning 311.
The following drill should be observed by students:
I. On hearing the alarm, all occupants of the building should

remain calm.
II. Those classes in session will be guided by their tutors to

evacuate the building in an orderly manner and assemble on
the playing field in a group with their classmates. There the
register will be called.
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III. Students occupying all other buildings e.g. (Library,

Cafeteria, Common Room, Gymnasium, Auditorium) should
evacuate the buildings in an orderly manner and assemble on
the playing field well away from the buildings. The persons in
charge of the evacuation would ensure that everyone is
accounted for.
Students must appreciate that they should assume responsibility

for their own safety.
POWER FAILURE
Drill
Remain seated. The blackout may only be short-lived.
When instructed to do so by your Tutor, leave the classroom in a

calm and orderly manner.
Do not leave the campus until the Tutor dismisses you.
Students in areas where emergency lighting is absent are advised

to exercise extra calm and caution.
BOMB THREATS
In the event of a bomb scare in any part of the campus, all persons
will evacuate the buildings in an orderly manner and assemble on
the pasture well away from the campus buildings. Students shall
remain at the assembly point until the police give the “all clear”.
Students are again reminded that calm and order are imperative in
crowd situations.
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LIFE BEYOND COLLEGE
On completion of their programme at the College, many students

go on to further their studies at institutions of higher learning. Our
students are happy to know that the Barbados Community
College’s programmes of study are held in very high esteem by
many educational institutions in the Caribbean Region, the United
Kingdom, Canada and the United States of America.
FORMAL ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS
The Barbados Community College has formal Articulation

Agreements with the following Colleges/Universities.
Birmingham College of Food, Tourism and Creative Studies

Florida International University
*Florida Institute of Technology
Florida Culinary Institute
*Howard University (Mass Communication)
Johnson and Wales University (Hospitality Institute)
Jefferson Community College, Louisville, Kentucky
LOMA
Mitchener Institute for Applied Sciences
Monroe College, New York
Mount Allison University
Okanagan College
Penn State University (Division of Technology)
Shaw University
*University of Miami
*University of the West Indies
Wilberforce University
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MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING
Bow Valley College

Canadore College of Applied Arts and Technology
Duke University
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology
Georgian College
Hillsborough Community College
Lakeland College
Lambton College of Applied Arts and Technology
New York University
Medical Centre at Galveston
International Fine Arts College
Mount Saint Vincent University
Oakwood College, Alabama
Pace University, New York
Queens University
Ryerson University
Salem State College
University of Technology, Jamaica
Seneca College
Simon de Montfort University,
Leicester
St. Georges University
University of Warwick
St. Mary’s University
Tampa University, New York
Temple University
Loyalist College
Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology
Nova Scotia Community College
Okanagan College
Red River College
Sheridan College of Applied Arts
St. Lawrence College
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Tompkins Cortland Community College

University of North Carolina at Wilmington (Department of
Nursing)
University of Winnipeg
INFORMAL AGREEMENTS
The list that follows shows Universities to which BCC students

have gained entrance with advanced standing based on the
courses in their Associate Degree Programme. These would be
courses which are the equivalent to courses in the first two years
of the degree programme that they are going to pursue.
Acadia University
American Intercontinental University,
Georgia
Atlantic Union College, Massachusetts
Barry University
Boston University
Brescia University College
Bristol University
*Brown University (Soccer Scholarship)
Central Connecticut State University
(Volleyball)
City University, London
CUNY, New York
Duquesne University
Florida International University, Florida
Heriot-Watt University
Humber College
Jacksonville University
New York University
Medical Centre at Galvelston
International Fine Arts College
Mount Saint Vincent University
Oakwood College, Alabama
Pace University, New York
Queens University
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Ryerson University
Salem State College
University of Technology, Jamaica
Seneca College
Simon de Montfort University,
Leicester
St. Georges University
University of Warwick
St. Mary’s University
Tampa University, New York
Temple University
*Towson University, Maryland
University of Guelph
University of Louisville, Kentucky
University of Luton
University of Texas – Medical Branch
University of West England
University of Western Ontario
University of Western Florida
(Psychology)
Westminster University
York University
*Indicates that BCC students gained scholarships from these

universities.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
VOICE/FAX CONTACT
Please note that if you are calling from outside of Barbados, you
must place the area code of (246) before the seven digit number.
“Eyrie” Campus
PBX 426-2858
Fax 429-5935
Board of Management 429-5609 ext 5120
Principal 426-3186 Ext 5205
Deputy Principal 429-5607 Ext 5150
Finance Officer 429-5607 5101
Registrar 429-5609 Ext 5225
Assistant Registrar (Examination) 426-2858 Ext 5228
Assistant Registrar (Student Affairs) 426-2858 Ext 5233
Department of Nursing 426-5944
Counselling Department 426-2858 Ext 5254
Division of General & Continuing

Education 426-3312 Ext 5287
Division of Computer Studies 436-8187 Ext 5266
Student Guild 427-5424 Ext 5406
BCC Radio Station 106.1 FM 228-0547
Cafeteria 430-2151
Student Health Clinic 426-2858 Ext 5284
Management Information Systems 426-2858 Ext 5388
Chief of Security 426-2858 Ext 5215
Hospitality Institute
PBX 228-0900
Fax 228-0907
Director 228-0905 Ext 3118
Tutor 1 228-0906
Storeroom 228-0908 Ext 3129
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Industry Services Unit

Voice 426-3351
Fax 426-3356
E-MAIL CONTACT
Barbados Community College: eyrie@bcc.edu.bb

Principal (Ag): cheryl.weekes@bcc.edu.bb
Principal’s Secretary: Sherrol.gaskin@bcc.edu.bb
Deputy Principal: cheryl.weekes@bcc.edu.bb
Finance Officer: judith.newsam@bcc.edu.bb
Registrar: roger.worrell@bcc.edu.bb
Registrar’s Secretary: dolores.clinton@bcc.edu.bb
Assistant Registrar (Ag.) (Student Affairs): caroline.woodroffe-
holder@bcc.edu.bb
Assistant Registrar (Examinations): delores.lashley@bcc.edu.bb
WEBSITES
www.bcc.edu.bb
www.barbadoslanguagecentre.com
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“Eyrie”, Howells Cross Road

St. Michael, Barbados
Tel: (246) 426-2858
Fax: (246) 429-5935
eyrie@bcc.edu.bb
www.bcc.edu.bb
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The College’s Mission Statement

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Regular Loans 559

The Barbados Community College is a tertiary level institution,

and in “such other fields of education as the Minister of

The College, which is managed by a Board of Management,

“The Barbados Community College contributes to the personal,

The Ministry of Education is presently the accrediting body of the

1. The registration and re-registration of institutions offering

2. The accreditation and re-accreditation of programmes of

The College has begun the registration process to comply with

Diversity of Student Body

The College provides students with the opportunity to study in a

CAMPUSES OF THE COLLEGE

The Barbados Hospitality Institute is a full-service hospitality

THE HOSPITALITY INSTITUTE

The Industry Services Unit is located at the ‘Eyrie’ Campus. Its

competitive in the 21st century. The Unit also provides

 Training needs analysis

INDUSTRY SERVICES UNIT

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS

Valid identification cards (ID) Cards are required to enter the

Each student is required to have his/her ID card visibly displayed

Students who do not comply with this request may be

The ID card is the property of the College and should be returned

Obtaining your Identification Card

Students are expected to adhere fully to the following regulations

Smoking is not permitted on any part of the College’s campuses

Students should not encourage or bring on campus persons who

1. An audit student will receive no grade and the course taken

Special Needs Students

The College makes special provisions for students with

Applications for additional time, etc., should be made to the

The College is organised administratively into ten (10) Academic

Commerce DIVISIONS/ Technology

General & Physical Education Science

Each Division/Department is responsible for the delivery and

The diagram above depicts the nomenclature and seniority of

Each student accepted into the College will be placed in one or

Problems or queries should be communicated to your Senior

One of the main ways in which your division will communicate

things that would be placed on the notice boards are examination

Your division/department will provide you with a copy of the

reported immediately to your Senior Tutor.

A student will not be allowed to write examinations if his/her

You should ensure that you attend all classes because

If you encounter any problems during the course of your

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are available for the

The College offers certification in seven (7) categories:

1. Bachelor Degree in Arts/Science/Education

The Credit System

The programmes at the College are assessed based upon a credit

 A minimum of 15 lecture hours is equivalent to one (1)

Persons registered as full-time students in the Associate Degree

The programme requirements for the award of the various

which the degree is offered.

Required 120 credits, General Education Core courses

The Associate Degree will be awarded to a student who satisfies