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Begin the transition to tertiary study while still in school with UCOL’s STAR courses.

STAR programmes
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Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Whanganui, UCOL Wairarapa in Masterton

Duration: Course dependent

Dates:
Course dependent

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

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Enrolment Guide and Form - Domestic Students
Download the Enrolment Guide and Form - Domestic Students.
The UCOL STAR courses are available to secondary school students who want 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 2026
Download the U-Skills In School Study Options booklet.
 

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See the course pages for details (links above).

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

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 the UCOL NCEA explained page.

Not applicable

The UCOL 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 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 learners. Upon successful application your school will pay UCOL a fee.

You'll need to bring a pen, paper and your lunch to your UCOL 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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