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Has Universal College of Learning (UCOL) reduced the number of first-year nursing training places offered for 2026 compared to 2025, if so, what is the reason for that reduction?

Answered Question 8419 (2026)
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Ayesha Verrall

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Has Universal College of Learning (UCOL) reduced the number of first-year nursing training places offered for 2026 compared to 2025, if so, what is the reason for that reduction?

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Hon Penny Simmonds

Member for Invercargill · National Party · Minister for Vocational Education

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Universal College of Learning has confirmed that there has been no reduction in the number of first-year Nursing degree places for 2026 compared to 2025.