About us
The Universal College of Learning was founded in 1892 as the leading New Zealand Government Institute of Technology and Polytechnic (ITP). The organisation possesses campuses in Palmerston North, Whanganui, Masterton, and Levin.
UCOL has training restaurants, hair and beauty salons, and links with local clubs, ensuring that students get ‘real life’ practice in his or her field of interest.
Key Highlights:
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Details
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Established
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1892
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Campuses
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Palmerston North, Whanganui, Masterton, Levin
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Student Enrolment
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Approximately 5786 students
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Academic Staff
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Around 460
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Affiliation
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Part of Te Pūkenga—New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
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Programmes Offered
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Applied Science, Business, Creative Industries, Education, Engineering, Health, IT, and more
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Teaching Approach
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Te Atakura—relationships-based teaching to enhance Māori success
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Facilities
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Training restaurants, hair and beauty salons, and affiliations with local clubs
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