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Transition to tertiary study while still in school with the UCOL | Te Pūkenga Star programmes.

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Quick info

Locations: UCOL | Te Pūkenga | Te Pūkenga Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL | Te Pūkenga | Te Pūkenga Whanganui, UCOL | Te Pūkenga | Te Pūkenga Wairarapa in Masterton

Duration: Programme dependent

Dates:
Programme dependent

Domestic Fees: *
(The fee is funded through your secondary school with their approval.)Scholarship info

Find out if you're eligible for fees-free study

International Fees:*
Not applicable.

Additional Fees
Compulsory course costs may apply.

* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one year of study.

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The UCOL | Te Pūkenga STAR programmes are available to secondary school learners seeking to explore their career options while still in school.
 
 
 

Construction & Infrastructure

Creative Industries

Manufacturing & Technology

Primary Industries

Service Industries

Social and Community Services

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Discover your Career while In School - Study Options for 2023
Download the U-Skills In School Study Options booklet.
 

 Course Information

See the programme pages for details (links above).

 Learning Facilities

The UCOL | Te Pūkenga STAR courses may be delivered on any of the UCOL | Te Pūkenga campuses and/or offsite locations as appropriate.

 Domestic Entry Requirements

For year 11 - 13 secondary school learners (NZ Citizens, permanent residents or learners with an applicable visa allowing them to be enrolled in a secondary school).

Applications are to be received from participating schools.

 

For more information about NCEA Credits see UCOL's NCEA explained page.

 International Entry Requirements

Not applicable

 Advice & Guidance

The UCOL | Te Pūkenga STAR courses are designed for secondary learners seeking to explore their career options while still in school. 

How to apply
If you're interested in applying for any of the UCOL | Te Pūkenga STAR courses, talk to your careers advisor at school. Application is arranged in partnership with your parents/caregivers and your school. 

Costs
Fees-free for students. Upon successful application your school will pay UCOL | Te Pūkenga a fee.

 Additional Costs

You'll need to bring a pen, paper and your lunch to your UCOL | Te Pūkenga Star classes. Some courses held in a workshop environment may require steel capped boots. Students undertaking beauty programmes must dress appropriately for the beauty industry.

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