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Faculty of Food and Agriculture | Office of the Dean | Tel: 662-2002 ext. 82600/82112 | Email: careers.ffa@sta.uwi.edu

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F rom the olden days of the Imperial College of

Tropical Agriculture (ICTA) in 1923, a re-

engineered agricultural learning institution, The

Faculty of Food and Agriculture (FFA) has

evolved. The Faculty, which serves all UWI

member countries has always embraced three

priority mandates: undergraduate and post

graduate training, research and outreach.

Today, the Faculty has recognized the need

to expand its disciplinary base to address

contemporary needs. In this vein, its on-going

development effort has borne fruit through critical

human resources training as well as its newly

introduced Programmes in Human Ecology,

Agribusiness Management, Geo-spatial and

Human Sciences, Environmental and Natural

Resource Management for sustainable

development and livelihood, and other cutting

edge programmes.

It is the mission of the FFA to not only prepare

graduates for work, but for life!

PROGRESSION OF THE FFA

Preparing Graduates for Life and Work...

A renaissance in learning- the Faculty of Food and Agriculture (FFA) has evolved into a new configuration which

now includes a range of interlocked disciplines and themes.

Apply now and start

your Life Career

with the FFA!

APPLY HERE: http://sta.uwi.edu/admissions/undergrad/how_to_apply_online.asp

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Who will lead the production of safe, healthy, nutritious food?

Graduates of FFA can!

The Facts

The planet’s ability to provide for sustained existence is challenged by…

Unprecedented human population size and unchecked growth rate,

Sustained changes in the environment including the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the

atmosphere and oceans, driving global warming and the disruption of global weather patterns

which severely impact on food production,

Low levels of technology use in Caribbean agriculture in a predominantly small farm setting

coupled with ageing farmers,

Growth in the obese population with increasing proportion of overall population suffering from

lifestyle diseases,

High food import bill throughout the Caribbean, dominated by Trinidad and Tobago, Haiti, Jamaica

and the Bahamas,

The region’s vulnerability to natural hazards and their after effects,

Dependence on service and in some cases, energy industries which are prone to cyclical trends and

economic shocks.

In spite of these daunting challenges, the Caribbean community is committed to

sustained economic development and social and cultural transformation of the region.

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Who will save the environment?

The Faculty of Food and Agriculture through it’s exciting

programmes plays a pivotal role in the region’s effort to chart

and maintain a sustainable development path.

YOU CAN BE A PART OF THIS!

The FFA applies knowledge and technology in the sustainable management of food production

activities.

BE PART OF THE KNOWLEDGE GENERATION & TECHNOLOGY CREATION!

The FFA provides highly trained human resources in relevant fields to

meet the Caribbean’s development needs in the immediate future.

TAKE A LEAD IN SOLVING THE REGION’S PROBLEMS!

In Animal Science and Production:-

Animal Nutrition and Tropical Forages

Sheep behaviour as it relates to temperature fluctuation

Selected neo-tropical wildlife

Reproductive anatomy and physiology, and captive

rearing behaviour and performance

Root Crops:-

Investigation on root crops including value chain aspect

Research on breadfruit

Biodiversity studies, agronomy product development

and assessment

Plant health and disease:-

Weed and pest management

Postharvest handling and shelf-life enhancement

Tropical soils:-

Soil physical and chemical properties

Soil microbiology, fertility & carbon capturing features

Studies on compost microbes populations

Human Nutrition:-

Childhood Obesity among Trinidadian pre-schoolers

Active research programmes in both physical and

human geographical fields:-

Flood risk investigation of Caroni Basin

Impacts of sea-level rise on coastal communities

Behaviour of school aged children

There is hope through education!

Research Areas

Graduates of FFA can!

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BSC GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL AND

NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

LIFE CAREERS:

Natural Resource Manager

Range/Forestry Manager

Restoration Ecologist

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Environmental Restoration Planner

Coastal and Estuary Specialist

Forest Restoration Specialist

Watershed Management Specialist

Fish and Wildlife Specialist

Climate Change Analyst

Agri-Tourism Specialist

Extension Educator in Natural Resources

Management

Scientist

Teacher

BSC GENERAL GEOGRAPHY

LIFE CAREERS:

Urban Planner

Community Developer

Cartographer

GIS Specialist

Transportation Manager

Writer/Researcher

Teacher

Demographer

Market Researcher

Real Estate Appraiser

Scientist

Climate Change Analyst

Climatologist/Meteorologist

Crisis Management Director

Foreign Service/International Aid

Nature Conservation Officer

Commercial/Residential Surveyor

Logistics & Distribution Manager

Development Specialist

GET READY TO EXPLORE...

Student Liaison: Mrs. Cheryl Layne | cheryl.layne@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82600 Faculty Website: http://sta.uwi.edu/ffa/ | Dean’s Office: careers.ffa@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82112

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BSC GENERAL AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY

LIFE CAREERS:

Agricultural Technologist

Aquaculture Systems Specialist

Soil Scientist/Soil Surveyor

Plant Geneticist/Breeder

Aquaculture Technologist

Seed Analyst

Animal Geneticist and Breeder

Scientist/Researcher/Teacher

Seed/Fertilizer Specialist

Propagation Manager

Microbiologist

Agronomist

Extension Specialist

Pest Management Specialist

BSC AGRICULTURE

LIFE CAREERS:

Propagation Manager

Microbiologist

Agronomist

Extension Specialist

Livestock Farmer

Foodcrop Farmer

Fish Farmer

Forester

Weed Scientist

Nematologist

Rural Sociologist

Animal Nutritionist

Agricultural Engineer

Orchard Grower

Logging Engineer

Plant Quarantine Officer

Agricultural Officer

Teacher/Journalist

Consultant

Post-Harvest Technologist

Farm Manager

Agricultural Entrepreneur

Farm Management Consultant

Policy/Programme Planner

Plant Pathologist

THE JOURNEY CONTINUES...

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Landscape Architect/Designer

Urban Planner

Events Manager—Décor Specialist

Grower/Nursery Operator

Botanist/Florist

Commercial/Resort Landscaper,

Sports Field Designer/Manager

Grass Seed Specialist,

Crop Protection Advisor

Private/Public/Therapeutic Horticulturist

Environmental Conservationist

Eco-Tourism Coordinator

...start in the Faculty of Food and Agriculture!

Faculty Website: http://sta.uwi.edu/ffa/ Student Liaison: Mrs. Cheryl Layne | cheryl.layne@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82600

Dean’s Office: careers.ffa@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82112/82113

BSC GENERAL TROPICAL LANDSCAPING…

A unique and new programme in the region

LIFE CAREERS:

PLOT YOUR EXCITING PATH...

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FROM CSEC TO A DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE!

The Undergraduate Diploma in Agriculture (UDA) gives you the knowledge and skills to become a

modern day food producer, qualify for a job as an agricultural technician in the public and private sectors,

become a food processor or even a career in the marketing of agriproducts…opportunities abound.

A 2- year full time programme requiring only CSEC passes in Mathematics and English Language, in

addition to passes in three other subjects, one of which may be a science subject.

Graduates of the UDA can enrol for the BSc programmes in Agriculture and complete it in only 2 years.

FULLY GATE APPROVED

IMAGINE, FOUR YEARS FROM CSEC TO A DEGREE IN AGRICULTURE. THIS COULD BE YOU!

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BSC GENERAL AGRIBUSINESS/ AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT

LIFE CAREERS:

Agricultural/Environmental Economist

Business/Research Analyst

Financial Credit Resource Manager

UN Development Economist

Agro Processor

Marketing Advisor

Agricultural Advertising Specialist

Farm News Reporter

Photographer

Public Relations Officer

Extension Officer

Farm Management Consultant

Communications Specialist

Finance & Operations Manager

Agro-Industry Consultant

Rural Development Specialist

Development Banker

Commodities Trader

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BSC GENERAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

LIFE CAREERS:

Production Manager

Farm Manager

Greenhouse/Nursery Manager

Hatchery Manager

Brand Inspector

Quality Assurance Inspector

Agricultural Consultant

Product Developer

Agricultural Chemicals Distributor

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BSC GENERAL FOODS & FOOD SERVICE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

LIFE CAREERS:

Food Sanitarian

Food Inspector

Food Researcher

Nutrition Aide

Dietician

Food & Nutrition Teacher

Food Product Developer

Food Journalist

Food Microbiologist

Community Outreach Officer

Extension Educator– Health &

Human Sciences

Hospital Food Service Director

Weight Management Specialist

Nutritionist (Sport/Medical)

Nutrient Management Specialist

Food Equipment Designer/Engineer

Food Production Manager

Restaurant/Banquet Manager

Kitchen Supervisor

Food Service Director

Dining Room Administrator

Food Supplier/Wholesaler

Food Advertising Specialist

Food Scientist

Grocery Store Manager

Food Technologist

Health Inspector

Consumer Safety Inspector

Shipping Point Inspector

Food Inspector

Caterer

Food Demonstrator

Restaurant Host/Hostess

Food Photojournalist

BSC GENERAL NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES/

BSC HUMAN NUTRITION & DIETETICS

LIFE CAREERS:

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BSC GENERAL FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES/ BSC HUMAN ECOLOGY

LIFE CAREERS:

All programmes are

GATE approved!

Combine Majors to

meet your desired

goal!

Consumer Safety Inspector

Food Inspector

Food Sanitarian

Interior Designer

Fashion Designer/Stylist

Food Stylist

Food Broker

Extension Educator

Youth Development Officer

Child Care Officer

Family Life Education

Counselor

Community Outreach Officer

Public Health Nutritionist

Family Resource Management

Advisor

Teacher

FFA Reputation

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FFA Graduates are Leaders

The UWI St. Augustine is known for its excellent research and teaching in Agriculture. The new Faculty

of Food and Agriculture is continuing with this tradition. Through research and publication, the Faculty

contributes to the advancement of knowledge while solving scientific and technical problems directly

relevant to the region. The research of the Faculty is not only published in internationally recognized

journals but also through proceedings of International and regional conferences. In more recent times, its

books are making very important contributions to the advancement of tropical agriculture and

sustainable environment.

Graduates of the FFA have excelled not only in agriculture but in many other areas. Some notable

lawyers and doctors have started their careers with us and eventually branched off. Many have become

lecturers and professors at the UWI and other universities. Even some local politicians and a previous

Minister of Agriculture were once students! Many can be found in the United Nations, especially as

country representatives of the Food and Agriculture Organisation. You too can be a leader…start with us

and let your career evolve...who knows; be a distinguished leader in your field, maybe a Prime Minister

could come out of our Faculty! It could be you!

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Students have the opportunity to engage communities in programmes:-

Annual training programme for Plant Quarantine staff on a regional

level.

Short courses for Agriculturists in the region on a wide variety of

relevant topics.

Student collaboration with Habitat for Humanity; teaching commu-

nities about home gardening and landscaping.

Student visits to regional countries such as Guyana and Cuba.

Student exchange programmes with foreign Universities such as

The University of Madison (Wisconsin) and the

University of Florida.

New Outreach Approach by FFA

STUDENT WITH CUBAN FARMER

STUDENTS AT CONFERENCE IN WASHINGTON, USA STUDENTS TOURING SUGAR FACTORY IN GUYANA

STUDENTS IN ISRAEL

STUDENT IN SOUTH KOREA

LECTURER AND STUDENT IN TURKEY

EXCHANGE STUDENTS ON FIELD TOUR

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Contact Us: Faculty Website: http://sta.uwi.edu/ffa/

Student Liaison: Mrs. Cheryl Layne | cheryl.layne@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82600

Dean’s Office: careers.ffa@sta.uwi.edu | 662-2002 ext. 82112/82113

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