Science Foundation
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Science Foundation
Should students opt to exit after the first two (three for part-timers) years of the Bachelor of Arts degree in Film and Video Production, they can exit with an Associate in Arts degree (AA-60 credits) which is primarily for transfer into a bachelor’s degree. Students can also opt to do certificate level comprising five courses (15 credits) and or a diploma comprising ten courses (30 credits).
Five (5) CSEC (CXC)/GCE O’Level subjects, inclusive of English A and mathematics, Grades 1,2,3* or A,B,C.
*Grade 3 accepted if attained in June 1998 or beyond
Applicants who possess CAPE or A’Level qualifications may be considered for advanced standing. (the award of credits towards your degree programme).
DURATION
4 Years (FT)
5-6 Years (PT)
CAMPUS
NLC/City/South/Tobago/Chaguanas
COURSE FEE
2500
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | CR. | CODE | COURSE TITLE | CR. |
| BIOL 090 | Introduction to Concepts in Biology I | 3 | BIOL 092 | Introduction to Concepts in Biology II | 3 |
| CHEM 090 | Introduction to Concepts in Chemistry I | 3 | CHEM 092 | Introduction to Concepts in Chemistry II | 3 |
| PHYS 090 | Introduction to Concepts in Physics I | 3 | PHYS 092 | Introduction to Concepts in Physics II | 3 |
Course Code: BIOL 090
Course Title: Introduction to Concepts in Biology I
Course Description
Through this course students acquire basic knowledge of key biological principles and gain an understanding of the world of biology. Through laboratory and field work, lectures and tutorials, students will explore the topics: the organization of life, ecology, energy transfers, transport in living systems and the structure and function of cells. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None
Course Code: BIOL 092
Course Title: Introduction to Concepts in Biology II
Course Description
Through this course students acquire basic knowledge of key biological principles and obtain an understanding of the world of biology. Through laboratory and field work, lectures and tutorials, students will explore the topics: reproduction and the principles of inheritance, coordination and control, movement and support, excretion and disease. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: BIOL 090
Course Code: CHEM 090
Course Title: Introduction to Concepts in Chemistry I
Course Description
This course provides students with an understanding of the fundamental principles of chemistry. Through laboratory work, lectures and tutorials students will focus on understanding matter and be able to relate chemistry everyday life. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None
Course Code: CHEM 092
Course Title: Introduction to Concepts in Chemistry II
Course Description
This course provides students with an understanding of the fundamental principles of chemistry. Through laboratory work, lectures and tutorials, students will focus on the depiction of compounds and chemical reactions by the use of formulae and equations. They will also explore the concept of the molar. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: CHEM 090
Course Code: PHYS 090
Course Title: Introduction to Concepts in Physics I
Course Description
In this course students will understand basic principles of physics in the areas of measurement, mechanics, heat and waves. They will focus on experimental inquiry, discovery and understanding of basic concepts and their applications to the world around us. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None
Course Code: PHYS 092
Course Title: Introduction to Concepts in Physics II
Course Description
In this course students will understand basic principles of physics in the areas of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetism, atomic and nuclear physics. They will focus on experimental inquiry, discovery and understanding of basic concepts and their applications to the world around us. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: PHYS 090
The table below provides a summary of fees payable to the College. Only nationals of Trinidad and Tobago are eligible to receive government’s GATE funding for tuition expenses listed hereunder.
| Fees | Citizens | Caricom | International | Per |
| Applications: Paper-based | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | Application |
| Applications: Online | Free | Free | Free | Application |
| Registration | $80.00 | $80.00 | $80.00 | Semester |
| Tuition | $300.00 | $400.00 | $750.00 | Credit |
| Administrative Fee | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Semester |
| Technology | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Semester |
| Student Insurance | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | Annum |
| Student Guild | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Annum |
Included in the college fees, is basic insurance coverage for accident and injury. However, CARICOM and international students are also required to secure additional insurance to cover medical expenses.
All students of COSTAATT are required to pay an annual insurance fee of $30.00. Completed student insurance forms must be submitted to the College at the beginning of the first semester in which students register for the academic year. Coverage is restricted to students who are between ages 16 to 65.
The College accepts the following methods of payment:
Institutional fees are non-refundable. Students who officially withdraw from the College may be eligible for a refund of tuition fees in accordance with the schedule outlined in the Academic Calendar. Please note that students in receipt of GATE funding are not eligible for tuition refunds.
The Government Assistance for Tuition Expenses (GATE)
The Government Assistance for Tuition Expenses programme (GATE) provides free tuition to all eligible citizens of Trinidad and Tobago pursuing approved programmes at public and private tertiary level institutions. Information on eligibility and conditions for accessing GATE funding is available at the Ministry of Education website at: www.moe.gov.tt
Important:
Students must note that GATE funding is available for the duration of their course of study and one year beyond. Students who fail to complete their programme within the stipulated time frame will be required to meet the cost of programme completion.
The Government Assistance for Tuition Expenses (GATE) programme is a one hundred per cent, tuition fee funding programme offered by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago. Only nationals of Trinidad and Tobago are eligible to apply, and students must be registered in a course of study leading to a tertiary level qualification.
For further information on the GATE programme please visit the website of the Ministry of Education.
The vast majority of the College’s programmes are eligible for GATE.
Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP)
The Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP) is a special loan facility made available to citizens of Trinidad and Tobago who are enrolled in an approved tertiary level programme at a registered tertiary institution to meet the following expenses:
For further information on the Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP) students can visit the Ministry of Education website at: www.moe.gov.tt
Payment Plans
Payment plans are available, please contact the Office of the Registrar for further details: [email protected]
To be awarded the AA degree in Film, students must successfully complete 60 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:
| Required courses in the major area of study | 30 credits |
| Total credits in the major area of study | 30 credits |
| Core curriculum courses | 18 credits |
| Support courses | 12 credits |
| Total Credits Required for Graduation | 60 credits |
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