

Universal College of Learning
Palmerston North, New Zealand
- 1902
- Founded
- Not listed
- Global Rank
- Not listed
- Total Students
- Not listed
- International Students
- 36
- Programs
About Universal College of Learning
Universal College of Learning (UCOL | Te Pae Mātauranga Ki Te Ao) is a statutory tertiary education institute founded in 1902 in Palmerston North, New Zealand. Operating as part of the national Te Pūkenga network, UCOL educates over 7,500 students across four campuses in Palmerston North, Whanganui, Masterton (Wairarapa), and Levin (Horowhenua). UCOL specializes in career-focused qualifications in nursing, medical imaging, laboratory science, ICT and computing, creative industries, design and arts, construction, architectural technology, veterinary nursing, and culinary arts.
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Tuition & Costs
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NZ$ 27,982 – 31,258 / yr (International, GST and Student Services Levy included) | NZ$ 0 – 7,450 / yr (Domestic, Fees Free & StudyLink Subsidized)Fees vary by course and degree level.
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Palmerston North, New Zealand
Universal College of Learning is located in Palmerston North, New Zealand.
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