Are you curious about machines and enjoy finding solutions to problems? Then, further your passion into a rewarding career by gaining an engineering qualification from UCOL.
New Zealand industries have high-tech facilities and use modern machinery for production and transportation. Whether it is farming, engineering, or tourism, there is always a high demand for engineers who can keep the facilities and machines running.
At UCOL, you can choose from various study options, including electrical, automotive, fabrication, and mechanical. Our blended delivery model and in-work offering will help you earn a nationally recognised qualification without compromising your job or situation. You will learn from industry experts and hone your skills at the state-of-the-art trade facility resembling a modern factory.
You can study towards a certificate or diploma or join a short programme in engineering. Explore what we offer, and feel free to talk to us!
Electrical
Electrical
Diplomas
Level 6
Duration: 2 years full-time (41 weeks)
Part-time options available.
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)
Start:
Feb 2023
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Certificates
Level 3
Duration: 1 year full-time
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)
Start:
Feb 2023
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Other Programmes
Duration: 6 consecutive Fridays
Start:
June
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Duration: 6 consecutive Fridays
Start:
November
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Fabrication Engineering
Fabrication Engineering
Certificates
Level 4
Duration: 3 years part-time
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)
Start:
July
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Certificates
Level 5
Duration: 1.5 years part-time (54 weeks)
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)
Start:
Mar 2023
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Level 4
Duration: 4 years part-time
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)
Start:
July
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Level 3
Duration: 1 year full-time (32 weeks)
Part-time option available.
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)
Start:
July
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Duration: 8 weeks, one night each week, 5:30 - 8:30pm
Start:
May/Jul/Oct
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Level 3
Duration: 1 year full-time
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)
Start:
July
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
In School (programmes for current secondary school students)
Level 2
Duration: 1 day a week
Start:
February
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Whanganui
Level 2
Duration: One day per week over five weeks (Friday).
Start:
October
Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Whanganui, UCOL Wairarapa in Masterton