About Universal College of Learning (UCOL)
Universal College of Learning (UCOL) is a public New Zealand polytechnic serving Palmerston North, Whanganui, Wairarapa and Horowhenua. Its public academic profile includes health, nursing, trades, engineering, construction, business, IT, creative industries and applied degrees.
University highlights
- A multi-campus lower North Island provider focused on practical qualifications aligned with regional employers and communities.
What makes this institution stand out
- Choose Universal College of Learning (UCOL) for access to health, nursing, trades, engineering, construction, business, IT, creative industries and applied degrees.
- Students can combine applied or academic study with the professional, community and employer opportunities available in Palmerston North, Whanganui, Wairarapa and Horowhenua.
Why Study at Universal College of Learning (UCOL)?
Rankings & Accreditations
No QS World University Rankings 2027 institutional result is recorded for this provider; this is not a quality judgment.
A statutory/public tertiary provider whose non-university programmes and quality assurance fall within NZQA's national framework. Confirm the current programme, delivery site and professional recognition before publication.
Programs Offered
Level:
| Program | Degree | Duration | Tuition | Intake | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Creative Media | Bachelor | 3 years, full-time, or part-time options are available Domestic Fees $9,114.00 International Fees $27,300.00 Application Forms Enrolment App | — | ● Closed | |
| Business | Others | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Early Childhood Education | Others | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Engineering | Others | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Health | Others | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Information Technology | Others | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Master of Design | Master | 18 months, full-time Domestic Fees FY S1 & S2: $9,742.00 S3: $4,785.00 International Fees FY S1 & S2: $27,300.00 S3: $13,975.00 Application | — | ● Closed | |
| Master of Information Technology | Master | 18 months, full-time. Part-time options available. See Course Hours & Duration for details Domestic Fees S1 & 2: $10,426.00 S3: $5,214.00 In | — | ● Closed |
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Tuition Fees & Scholarships
Tuition fees and scholarship information coming soon. Contact the university for details.
Admission Requirements
Bachelors Degree
- Class 12th/+2/HSC Marks Sheet
- Passport
Short Term Programs
- Passport
Masters Degree
- Bachelors Certificate
- Bachelors Marks Sheet
- Passport
Campus & Gallery
Visa & Immigration
Student Visa Process
Most international tertiary students need an appropriate student visa. The Fee Paying Student Visa can be granted for up to four years, costs from NZD 850, and currently shows 80% of applications completed within eight weeks. Immigration New Zealand strongly encourages applying about three months before intended travel.
80% of Fee Paying Student Visas within 8 weeks
Monthly Cost of Living
Accommodation
NZD 606–2,097
Food and groceries
NZD 346–520
Entertainment
NZD 238 / month
Power
NZD 200–300
Public transport
NZD 160 / month
Mobile phone
NZD 19 / month
Internet
NZD 90 / month
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It is part of New Zealand's public tertiary system. Its exact 2026 legal or transition status is recorded in the profile.
A multi-campus lower North Island provider focused on practical qualifications aligned with regional employers and communities. Prospective students should verify the current qualification, campus, language, fees and entry requirements on the official website.
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Master of Information Technology
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proficiency International learner applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS
Master
Master of Design
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proficiency International student applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS
Bachelor
Bachelor of Creative Media
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. You will grow with a creative community and share alongside students your image progress, and rece
Master
Master of Management
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require IELTS 6.5 (Academic) with no band lower than 6.0, or equivalences approved by NZQA. Why Stud
PG Diploma/Certificate
Graduate Certificate in Nursing
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? If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your ch
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