Engineering

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
  - New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Electrical)
    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
  - New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory
    Level 3
    Duration: 1 year full-time
    (See Course Hours & Duration for details)
    Start: Feb 2023
    Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
- Other Programmes
  - Electrical Appliance Serviceperson
    
    Duration: 6 consecutive Fridays
    Start: 2023 date TBC
    Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
  - Electrical Service Technician
    
    Duration: 6 consecutive Fridays
    
    Start: Nov 2022, 2023 dates TBC
    Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Fabrication Engineering
Fabrication Engineering
- Certificates
  - New Zealand Certificate in Engineering Fabrication (Trade) (Level 4)
    Level 4
    Duration: 3 years part-time
    (See Course Hours & Duration for details)
    Start: Feb & Jul 2023
    Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
- Certificates
  - New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Advanced) (Level 5)
    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
  - New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Trade) (Level 4)
    Level 4
    Duration: 4 years part-time
    (See Course Hours & Duration for details)
    Start: Feb & Jul 2023
    Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
  - New Zealand Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Trade Assistant) (Level 3)
    Level 3
    Duration: 1 year full-time (32 weeks)
    Part-time option available.
    (See Course Hours & Duration for details)
    Start: Feb 2023
    Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
  - MIG, TIG, OAW and Arc Welding (Night Class Welding)
    
    Duration: 8 weeks, one night each week, 5:30 - 8:30pm
    Start: TBC
    Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
  - New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
    Level 3
    Duration: 1 year full-time
    (See Course Hours & Duration for details)
    Start: Jul & Feb 2023
    Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
- In School (programmes for current secondary school students)
  - Academy Mechanical Engineering
    Level 2
    Duration: 1 day a week
    Start: February
    Location: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Whanganui
  - STAR Mechanical Engineering
    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

Tom Wilson
Engineering Graduate
Tom's scholarship cemented that he had made the right change to trades.
Meet Tom

Engineering

Diplomas

Certificates

Other Programmes

Certificates

Certificates

In School (programmes for current secondary school students)

Tom Wilson