Dear Students,
We hope you and your families are safe as recovery efforts continue after Hurricane Melissa. As we work together to support your academic progress, please review the updated Fall 2025 Academic Paths to Completion of your courses as outlined below. These options are designed to provide flexibility while helping you stay on track.
Option 1: Complete Coursework and Final Assessments (Primary Pathway)
The Academic Affairs Division has extended the teaching period to December 13, 2025.
All coursework extensions close December 15, 2025.
Final assessments have begun and are scheduled to be completed by December 20, 2025. Please monitor your course page on Moodle for updates.
Alternative/Resit Assessments:
If you are scheduled for an alternative or resit exam, you will have access to the Fall 2025 course page on Moodle.
If the assessment is a group activity, please contact your Programme Coordinator or Lecturer to discuss next steps.
Option 2: Coursework Completion Only (If You Need More Time)
We recognize that many students are still regaining access to electricity, internet, and other necessities. If you are unable to sit your final assessments at this time, you are encouraged to complete your coursework as possible.
Students who complete their coursework and achieve a minimum of 50% will be eligible to complete an alternative examination in April 2026. The alternative examination fees will be waived.
For Coursework-Only Courses:
If your course does not carry a final assessment and you cannot complete the coursework by December 15:
A “W” grade will be assigned.
You will be required to repeat the course in Spring 2026 at no cost if you have paid full fee for Fall 2025.
All Fall 2025 coursework submissions will be void and must be redone in Spring 2026.
Option 3: Course Withdrawal (Only If Options 1 and 2 Are Not Possible)
If you are unable to complete your coursework by December 15, 2025, please submit an Add/Drop Form indicating the courses you cannot complete by December 16, 2025.
Please upload the Add/From Form using the portal here: https://forms.gle/u2tCftZHvT6LHra7A
A “W” grade will be assigned.
You will need to redo the course in Spring 2026 at 50% of the cost if you have already paid 50% in Fall. If you have only paid 30%, you will be required to pay the balance of 20%. If you have already paid the full cost in Fall 2025, there is no additional cost in Spring 2026.
If you have questions or need support, please contact your Campus Manager/ Dean/ HOD/ Programme Coordinator or the Student Services. We are here to help you navigate your academic journey during this challenging time.
Take care and stay safe.
Your DSS Team Member,
Oneil Dowe
Department of Student Support, Career Development & Alumni Services (DSS)
University of the Commonwealth Caribbean
17 Worthington Avenue
Kingston 5
Telephone #906-3000 Ext. 4005
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