STUDY DESTINATIONS
Jamaica
Basic Facts
Language(s) of Instruction: English is the official language and primary language of instruction
Immigration Matters: A student visa will be required for international students seeking to enroll in school in Jamaica for more than three months.
Travel to Jamaica: At least one flight may be required when travelling to Jamaica. Depending on country of origin, more than one flight may be required.
Higher Education Overview
Recommended Areas of Study: Aviation, Business, Dance, Hospitality, Law, Maritime Studies, Medicine, Performing Arts, Psychology
Recommended Student Profile: Jamaica would be a great fit for individuals from age 18 and up for undergraduate and graduate studies.
Immigration Matters: A student visa will be required for international students seeking to enroll in school in Jamaica for more than three months.
Travel to Jamaica: At least one flight may be required when travelling to Jamaica. Depending on country of origin, more than one flight may be required.
Higher Education Overview
- Bachelor’s degree programmes can be 3yrs in length. If a preliminary or foundation is required, programmes may be 4yrs in length.
- Master’s degree programmes can be 1 - 2yrs in length
- Doctoral programmes can be 3yrs - 4yrs in length
Recommended Areas of Study: Aviation, Business, Dance, Hospitality, Law, Maritime Studies, Medicine, Performing Arts, Psychology
Recommended Student Profile: Jamaica would be a great fit for individuals from age 18 and up for undergraduate and graduate studies.
FAQs
Can I apply to medicine after completing secondary school?
Yes. Medicine is offered as an undergraduate programme in Jamaica.
Do I have to travel to an embassy in another country to apply for my visa?
The application will be done via the school.
Can international students work while studying?
Yes – with limitations.
Are there post-graduation work permit opportunities?
Very limited for Non-Caricom Nationals.
Can I bring my spouse and/or dependent children?
Yes
Yes. Medicine is offered as an undergraduate programme in Jamaica.
Do I have to travel to an embassy in another country to apply for my visa?
The application will be done via the school.
Can international students work while studying?
Yes – with limitations.
Are there post-graduation work permit opportunities?
Very limited for Non-Caricom Nationals.
Can I bring my spouse and/or dependent children?
Yes
Exchange Rate
Exchange Rate for Caribbean and International currencies
$1 Jamaica Dollar = $0.013 Barbados Dollar
$1 Jamaica Dollar = $0.017 Eastern Caribbean Dollar
$1 Jamaica Dollar = $1.31 Guyana Caribbean Dollar
$1 Jamaica Dollar = $0.042 Trinidad and Tobago Dollar
$1 Jamaica Dollar = $0.0062 United States Dollar
DISCLAIMER:
Rates may be subject to market fluctuations..
$1 Jamaica Dollar = $0.013 Barbados Dollar
$1 Jamaica Dollar = $0.017 Eastern Caribbean Dollar
$1 Jamaica Dollar = $1.31 Guyana Caribbean Dollar
$1 Jamaica Dollar = $0.042 Trinidad and Tobago Dollar
$1 Jamaica Dollar = $0.0062 United States Dollar
DISCLAIMER:
Rates may be subject to market fluctuations..