THE COLLEGE OF THE BAHAMAS SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION & CREATIVE ARTS

THE COLLEGE OF THE BAHAMAS SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION & CREATIVE ARTS

CONTACT INFO School of Communication & Creative Arts The College of The Bahamas Oakes Field Telephone: (242) 302-4484/5 Fax: (242) 326-7834 GENERAL ADMISSIONS CRITERIA High School Students Five or more BGCSE or equivalent passes including English and Mathematics with C and above grades. Combined score of 1000 on Math and Verbal components of SAT along with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, including one term of the 12th grade. Transfer Students Must have completed 15 credit hours of college level coursework with C grade or higher at an institution recognized by COB and is in good standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Mature Students (25 Years or Older) Must have two BGCSEs, Math and English with C or completed mature upgrading programme at COB or a recognised institution. For more information contact: Office of Admissions First Floor, Portia Smith Building Telephone: (242) 302-4499 Email: admissions@cob.edu.bs

FACULTY BENNETT-WILLIAMS, Sue - Assistant Professor BONILLA-CHINCHILLA, Alvaro - Assistant Professor CHASE, Haldane - Associate Professor COLLINS, Pam - Assistant Professor COX, John Associate Professor DEAN-WRIGHT, Audrey Associate Professor DIMENT, Christine Associate Professor GANGLEHOFF, Christine Assistant Professor JUSTILLIEN, Chris Lecturer LEE, Christy Assistant Professor MOSS, Irene - Assistant Professor PAOLA, Christina Lecturer SHEARER, Lottis - Assistant Professor TAYLOR, Jacinth Assistant Professor TOPPIN, Monique Assistant Professor WALDRON, Linda Assistant Professor WOOLWARD, Keithley Assistant Professor ZARATE, Hugo Lecturer

OVERVIEW The School of Communication & Creative Arts (SCCA) provides a rich portfolio of interrelated programmes in a vibrant atmosphere of creativity, performance and production. The School brings together art, foreign languages, journalism, communication and music disciplines in programmes of study that allow students to unleash their creative talents; and to explore and develop their skills in the chosen course of study. The School offers a multidisciplinary approach that interfaces between theory and practice. This approach cultivates students with a comprehensive understanding of their fields of study and a sound appreciation for the diversity of the related professions. SCCA also enjoys strong ties with relevant industry networks, permitting SCCA students a range of opportunities for hands-on training and internships with strategic partners.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES A degree in any of the SCCA s programmes of study will provide students with a sound foundation for a wide range of careers. SCCA graduates would have the option of entering the job market directly, entering professional certification programmes or continuing with graduate study from a variety of related fields and disciplines. SCCA graduates may be found in fields of print and broadcast journalism, marketing, education, tourism, banking and finance, international relations, visual and performance arts, graphic design, photography, film and a host of other areas. ALUMNI REFLECTIONS COB prepared me for the real world, and it was there that I found my voice. I wanted a full, well rounded experience, and before long, found myself engaged in pursuing the welfare of fellow collegiates, serving first as a Senator and ultimately as the Vice President of COBUS. I m telling you, I became the little train that really believed that I could achieve whatever it was that I set as a goal to achieve in a very real and tangible way. I found my true identity, and found that there were many who respected me for who I was, appreciating my unique differences and outlook on life. Hands down, I am proud to be a part of the COB alumni family! Rionda Godet Partner, Halsbury Chambers & Proprietor of Ridge Farms, Nature s Best! AA 1984

OUR PROGRAMMES The SCCA offers programmes leading to bachelor and associate degrees. The School also offers certificate programmes designed for proficiency in specified areas. BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) Spanish ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREES (AA) Art French Mass Communication Music MINORS French Spanish Music PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE (Immediate & Advanced Levels Offered) French Spanish CERTIFICATES Art Music French Spanish BA in SPANISH This programme is designed to give students a broad knowledge of the Spanish language, with a near-native spoken and written command of the language. Persons successfully completing the programme will be highly proficient in listening and reading skills and will be sensitive to cultural nuances of Spanish-speaking peoples. They will be knowledgeable of the literature and the arts of the Spanish-speaking world, and as part of the programme, will have the opportunity for study in a Spanish speaking country. Course study may include Spanish Linguistics, Latin American Cultures, Contemporary Spanish Literature, Advanced Listening and Speaking and more.

WHY CHOOSE THE COLLEGE OF THE BAHAMAS At The College of The Bahamas, we are committed to academic freedom, academic integrity and high standards of ethics, research and teaching. We are committed to the education of the whole person, and have cultivated a vibrant campus life environment that promotes learning, leadership and service; and which allows us to encourage the values of innovation and creativity. Our programmes are responsive to national needs and in many ways, reflect our national culture and identity. College of The Bahamas students have the option of choosing not only from the broad range of academic courses and programmes that we offer, but also from a number of clubs, organizations and activities that allow them to enhance their College experience in a variety of ways. There is something to appeal to everyone, from clubs and groups that focus on academic and professional disciplines, to athletics, arts and culture, community service, spiritual enrichment, and leadership. There are also opportunities to study abroad and still gain credits at home. We have an exciting student exchange and study abroad programme. College of The Bahamas students have studied at institutions in both English and non-english speaking countries as far away as in Europe and closer to home in the Latin-American and Caribbean region, the United States and Canada. The programme is expanding to new places with new opportunities every day. Many great things await you at The College of The Bahamas. To find out more, visit us online at www. cob.edu.bs, stop by our Admissions Office at our Oakes Field campus, or telephone us at (242) 3024429.

AA in ART In this programme students will be exposed to a range of subject areas including: drawing, painting and ceramics courses. Students will learn diverse methods, will gain skills across a range of competencies and will acquire a foundation for understanding visual forms of expressions and art as an act of creative self-discovery and expression. AA in FRENCH In this programme students will acquire proficiency in French. They will develop fluency and writing skills, along with grammatical accuracy and cultural knowledge. The programme is designed to equip students with the skills needed to perform efficiently in a number of key areas in the workplace. AA in MASS COMMUNICATION In this programme students will be exposed to a range of subject areas including: reporting, mass communication, photojournalism and video production. The programme emphasises real-world issues and challenges and affords students the opportunity to develop the skills and proficiencies needed for a successful career in media. Students are also provided journalism internship opportunities. AA in MUSIC In this programme students will be exposed to a range of subject areas in music history, theory, harmony, aural and keyboard skills, sight singing and ear training. They will also have the choice of instrumental classes, depending on their interests. Music majors are members of The College Band and Choir and are provided opportunities for travel both within The Bahamas and abroad, which further helps to advance their performance skills. Certificate programmes can range from 4 major area courses to up to 8 major area courses in a programme. They are designed to help students attain proficiency in specified core areas.

GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAMME All degree programmes have a general education component comprising nine areas: literacy, numeracy, foreign language, humanities, social science, natural science, health and nutrition, computer literacy and student development. While courses in your major would provide you with disciplinary, technical and procedural knowledge, the General Education Programme is designed to graduate students who demonstrate critical, reflective and creative thought and who are able to convey those thoughts articulately and confidently in written and oral form.