The inspiring blend of heritage buildings, modern facilities, and a range of tertiary study programmes attracts highly motivated students and staff from around the world to UCOL.
Whanganui iwi, Te Āti Haunui-a-Pāpārangi, gave the campus the name 'Matapihi ki te Ao', which means 'window of opportunity' to the world. UCOL Whanganui is proud to be situated at the heart of Whanganui, a UNESCO City of Design. We are privileged to continue contributing to the city’s vibrant cultural landscape by offering creative education rooted in a rich history of delivering excellence in design, arts, and fashion.
For many of our qualifications, we partner with the local business community to provide students with work experience opportunities. This, in turn, helps local organisations meet their staffing needs, solve a problem, or advance a project. The skills learnt during this creative and collaborative process help students hone their research abilities and apply theory to real-life challenges. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Free bus transport in Whanganui
UCOL students can access various benefits, including free bus transport within Whanganui departing Trafalgar Square every hour. To find out more, see Benefits and Discounts.
Benefits & Discounts
Check out a range of benefits and discounts for UCOL students in the local community.
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