The University Council of Jamaica

The University Council of Jamaica The University Council of Jamaica (UCJ), is the External Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education in Jamaica.

The University Council of Jamaica (UCJ) was established in October 1987 by the University Council of Jamaica Act as the national quality assurance body for tertiary education . The UCJ was created to ensure quality through the adoption and improvement of educational standards. Vision
The UCJ aims to be a Centre of Excellence enabling national, regional and international development through quality assurance in higher education.

Notice of Temporary Closure📢Please be advised that the University Council of Jamaica office will be temporarily closed T...
28/05/2026

Notice of Temporary Closure📢

Please be advised that the University Council of Jamaica office will be temporarily closed Tomorrow, May 29,2026.

Normal operations will resume on June 1,2026. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Questions? Need guidance? We’re here to help 📞Contact the UCJ for information on accreditation, programme recognition, q...
28/05/2026

Questions? Need guidance? We’re here to help 📞

Contact the UCJ for information on accreditation, programme recognition, qualification verification, and quality assurance in higher education across Jamaica.

Reach out to us today, we’d love to hear from you!

Here at the UCJ, we offer a range of services that help keep higher education in Jamaica credible, trusted, and up to st...
27/05/2026

Here at the UCJ, we offer a range of services that help keep higher education in Jamaica credible, trusted, and up to standard!

From accreditation and programme recognition to qualification verification and quality assurance support, we’re working behind the scenes to protect the value of education for students, institutions, and employers.
Accreditation

Happy Labour Day!Today we celebrate the strength, dedication, and resilience of every worker contributing to nation buil...
25/05/2026

Happy Labour Day!

Today we celebrate the strength, dedication, and resilience of every worker contributing to nation building. 💚💛🖤

One People, One Purpose, In All Things Jamaica Wins! ✨

Happy Workers Week! As the week comes to a close, we pause to honour the dedication, resilience, and commitment of all w...
22/05/2026

Happy Workers Week!

As the week comes to a close, we pause to honour the dedication, resilience, and commitment of all workers across Jamaica. Your efforts continue to build and shape our nation, thank you.

Accreditation isn’t limited to universities! A range of tertiary and training institutions and programmes can also be ac...
21/05/2026

Accreditation isn’t limited to universities!

A range of tertiary and training institutions and programmes can also be accredited to ensure quality standards are being met.

Understanding accreditation helps you make informed educational choices every step of the way.

We covered the definitions, now let’s compare them! Accreditation and Recognition serve different purposes, and understa...
20/05/2026

We covered the definitions, now let’s compare them!

Accreditation and Recognition serve different purposes, and understanding both is key to making informed academic decisions.

A little throwback to Read Across Jamaica Day 📚Last week, we had the pleasure of spending time with the students of Salm...
14/05/2026

A little throwback to Read Across Jamaica Day 📚

Last week, we had the pleasure of spending time with the students of Salmon Memorial Basic School and Exchange Primary School, sharing stories, smiles, and meaningful moments along the way.

Small moments of encouragement can leave a lasting impact.

Continuing our terminology series, our next word is Recognition!At the University Council of Jamaica, recognition repres...
13/05/2026

Continuing our terminology series, our next word is Recognition!

At the University Council of Jamaica, recognition represents quality, credibility, and confidence in higher education. It assures students, parents, and employers that institutions and programmes meet established standards that support academic excellence and national development.

Choose recognized programmes. Invest in your future with confidence.

📢 Notice from the University Council of Jamaica (UCJ)Please note that UCJ’s official letterhead has changed from yellow ...
12/05/2026

📢 Notice from the University Council of Jamaica (UCJ)

Please note that UCJ’s official letterhead has changed from yellow to white. ✉️

All official UCJ correspondence will now be issued using the new white letterhead.
Thank you for taking note of this update.

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31 Windsor Avenue, Kingston 5
Kingston

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Monday 08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30
Thursday 08:30 - 16:30
Friday 08:30 - 16:30

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