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Around the world in five
Asia
More English-taught programmes, growing job opportunities and affordable options are fuelling the growth of Asian education “powerhouses” outside the big four, a new study has revealed.
Global
A recent pilot study shows that most participants in semester abroad or other short-term exchange programmes are motivated by an interest in a new type of experience, the opportunity to encounter new cultures, and the chance to build language skills and new connections.
USA
The USA continues to lead the world in the number of global leaders educated, according to the latest annual Soft Power Index, though the gap with the UK has narrowed in the latest edition, which also lists the top institutions for the first time.
Australia
Southeast Asian students have been studying abroad for decades. But preferences are changing. Can traditional study destinations keep up?
India
Foreign universities in India promise to enhance higher education but face challenges replicating the transformative experiences of their home campuses.
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New Zealand highlights global education links at major Indian conference
As the International Academic Partner, ENZ helped showcase New Zealand as a trusted education partner and destination. The event brought together education leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss the future of learning, skills, and global collaboration.
Jugnu Roy (pictured centre) representing ENZ at the SEPC roundtable on Global Academic Mobility.
ENZ’s Director of Engagement for India and East Asia, Jugnu Roy, joined panel discussions and roundtables on global academic mobility and faculty exchange. These sessions were a chance to share New Zealand’s approach to student-focused, future-ready education and explore new opportunities for partnerships with India.
Director of Engagement for India and East Asia, Jugnu Roy, said India is a key strategic partner for New Zealand’s international education sector, and that continued engagement is essential to strengthening that relationship.
“Participating in forums like this allows us to engage deeply on shared goals and support India’s ambitions through meaningful academic cooperation,” she said.
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Education New Zealand Chief Executive Amanda Malu steps down
Amanda has been appointed Secretary for Children and Chief Executive of Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children, starting in early 2026.
She was appointed as ENZ Chief Executive in June 2024, taking charge on 30 September 2024. She was previously Deputy Chief Executive, Service Delivery at Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC), and Chief Executive of Whānau Āwhina Plunket.
ENZ Board Chair Tony Gray acknowledged Amanda’s outstanding contribution to Education New Zealand and the international education sector as she led ENZ through a period of complex change.
“In a relatively short time, Amanda has built up positive relationships across Government and the sector, represented ENZ at the highest levels and effectively promoted New Zealand’s international education offering around the world.
“In addition, Amanda has delivered an organisational reset which has helped set ENZ up well for the future.
“We are immensely grateful for Amanda’s leadership and we wish her every success with her new role. In the meantime, business continues as usual and our team worldwide remains focused on delivering the Going for Growth Plan ambitions for New Zealand.”
The ENZ Board has commenced immediate recruitment for a new Chief Executive.
“Between now and her departure date, we will be working with Amanda and the leadership team to ensure a smooth transition,” Tony said.
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Celebrating 25 years of EcoQuest: Building global partnerships in education
Since 1999, EcoQuest has welcomed 1,260 undergraduate students from 90 U.S. universities to its programmes in Aotearoa New Zealand. At the heart of this success is a long-standing partnership with the University of New Hampshire (UNH), which has helped create opportunities for students to learn about ecology, restoration, sustainability, and environmental policy in a hands-on, community-based setting.
The anniversary event brought together alumni, faculty from UNH, collaborators, and partners from across New Zealand. ENZ representatives were in attendance, highlighting a commitment to supporting partnerships between New Zealand private training establishments (PTEs) and global partners.
EcoQuest international students from New Hampshire and Michigan.
Over two days, attendees heard from speakers, took part in workshops, and reflected on the impact of EcoQuest’s work.
EcoQuest Co-founder and Academic Director Ria Brejaart spoke at the celebration, paying tribute to important global and local partnerships.
“Many people both here in Aotearoa and the US were critical in making EcoQuest a reality and a success.
“EcoQuest’s programmes would not remotely be the same without support from the local community and iwi, Ngāti Paoa and Ngāti Whanaunga and wider networks and contributors throughout New Zealand,” Ria said.
Recently, EcoQuest evolved into the EcoQuest Centre for Indigeneity, Ecology, and Creativity, guided by Te Ahukaramū Charles Royal, Chair of the EcoQuest Board and current Director. The Centre aims to grow as an intercultural learning community, expanding opportunities for both international and domestic learners.
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ENZ agent seminars return to China in March 2026
These events form a core part of the ENZ China Go-To-Market Plan and support New Zealand providers to strengthen partnerships, grow visibility, and boost student recruitment across a key market.
ENZ will deliver three in-person agent seminars across China:
- Shanghai – 23 March 2026, 2–7 PM
- Guangzhou – 25 March 2026, 1–5 PM
- Zhengzhou – 27 March 2026, 1–5 PM
The seminars bring together providers, agents, students, and parents to showcase New Zealand’s education offering and strengthen recruitment networks.
Please note: This opportunity is for New Zealand education providers only.
ENZ Agent Seminar in Wuhan.
Benefits for participating New Zealand providers
For providers, the seminars offer:
- Direct access to agents and prospective students interested in New Zealand.
- Insights into regional market behaviour.
- A platform to showcase their programmes, tell their story, and build visibility.
These seminars help New Zealand international education providers to:
- Grow inbound student mobility from a key market for New Zealand.
- Strengthen institution-agent relationships.
- Increase visibility for all subsectors, from schools to universities.
- Support market diversification by expanding beyond tier-one cities.
China remains New Zealand’s largest international education market, and each location in the seminar series list presents a unique opportunity for New Zealand providers.
- Shanghai – A mature, premium market with strong demand and high expectations.
- Guangzhou – The largest source province for outbound students, with broad agent diversity.
- Zhengzhou – An emerging market with strong interest in tertiary pathways and high return-on-investment focus from parents.
How to apply
Key registration dates
- Applications close: 5pm NZT, 22 January 2026.
- Outcome notifications by 29 January 2026.
Please avoid booking travel until registrations are confirmed.
New application process
This year ENZ is changing the way we invite applications for ENZ events, and we thank you for your patience while we make these changes.
To apply for the China Agent Seminars 2026:
- Email the ENZ Events Team from your institution email address at events@enz.govt.nz with the subject line: “China Agent Seminars 2026 – Information pack request”
- Eligible New Zealand providers will receive an information pack, which includes:
- Full event details
- Eligibility information
- Instructions on how to submit an application
- A link to the online application form
Applications must be submitted by 5pm NZT, 22 January 2026.
Please note: Requests received between 24 December, and 11 January will be responded to from 12 January onwards. You will still have time to submit your application before the deadline.
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Around the world in five
GLOBAL
Survey highlights growing “engagement gap” between international student expectations and institutional response
One in three prospective students say they abandoned an application to a university because of communication issues. In an increasingly competitive marketplace, institutions must quickly and meaningfully engage with students across a widening field of channels.
ASIA
Why Asian universities can no longer overlook trade deals
As trade negotiations increasingly shift away from goods and tariffs to encompass talent mobility, ecosystems of innovation and skills creation, universities are quietly finding themselves at the nexus of economic policy and labour change.
GLOBAL
How business schools can produce globally minded graduates
Make internationalisation a core part of the student experience, rather than an optional extra, by embedding it into the curriculum.
CHINA
China seniors pursue overseas education after retirement to realise unfulfilled dreams
Increasing demand from retirees leaves country facing challenge of finding ‘deeper’ learning strategies, not just ‘hobby’ courses.
GLOBAL
The greatest risk of AI in higher education isn't cheating - it's the erosion of learning itself
Public debate about artificial intelligence in higher education has largely orbited a familiar worry: cheating. But focusing so much on cheating misses the larger transformation already underway, one that extends far beyond student misconduct and even the classroom.
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David Downs appointed Chief Executive of Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao
David Downs takes over following the recent departure of Amanda Malu, who was appointed Secretary for Children and Chief Executive of Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children.
ENZ Board Chair Tony Gray said Downs’ international and marketing experience, including his tenure as Chief Executive Officer of the New Zealand Story Group, makes him well placed to lead ENZ as it continues delivering the International Education Going for Growth Plan.
“David has an innate understanding of New Zealand and its competitive advantage in a rapidly changing world. Coupled with his leadership experience at New Zealand Story Group, he is well placed to lead ENZ at this time,” Tony said.
Downs is currently Chief Executive Officer of New Zealand Story Group, a role he has held since July 2021. Previously he has previously held a number of General Management roles at New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE), most recently working with the technology sector to help fast growing tech companies grow internationally and New Zealand companies adopt digital commerce channels to market. Prior to this he had an extensive career in leadership roles with Microsoft in New Zealand and Asia Pacific.
“David is a passionate New Zealander and storyteller by nature, and we are looking forward to his joining ENZ in June,” Tony said.
In the meantime, Dr Linda Sissons will continue as Acting Chief Executive and the Board will be working closely with her and the leadership team to ensure a seamless transition.
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First Study with New Zealand Roadshow boosts New Zealand education’s presence in Sri Lanka
Held from 5-8 March across Colombo and Kandy, the roadshow marked a significant milestone for New Zealand’s engagement in Sri Lanka, now among New Zealand’s top five source countries for international students. The programme built on more than 70 years of people-to-people connections and responded to growing demand for high quality, globally recognised education pathways.
The four-day programme brought together 19 New Zealand education providers, including seven universities, seven institutes of technology and polytechnics (ITPs), and five private training establishments (PTEs) for activities such as high school counsellor briefings, partner and education agent meetings, and large-scale student fairs.
Nineteen New Zealand education providers who participated in the first Study with New Zealand roadshow in Sri Lanka with the New Zealand High Commission and Education New Zealand team in Colombo.
The activities established direct connections between education providers, prospective students, families and key education influencers in Colombo and Kandy.
Delivered in collaboration with Thames International and supported by the New Zealand High Commission, the roadshow showcased a coordinated, whole of New Zealand approach to market engagement.
New Zealand High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Maldives, David Pine, highlighted the depth of the bilateral relationship and New Zealand’s long-term commitment to education cooperation.
The programme delivered tangible outcomes, including the announcement of a new articulation agreement between the University of Otago and Sri Lanka Technology Campus, supporting clearer study pathways and enhanced visibility of New Zealand qualifications within Sri Lanka’s higher education ecosystem.
To maximise national reach, ENZ supported the roadshow with an integrated, multichannel promotional campaign. The New Zealand Taught Me social media campaign achieved strong engagement, reaching over 908,000 users and directing more than 22,000 people to roadshow information.
This was complemented by long-term billboard campaign in Colombo, LED displays in both cities, a 45-day radio campaign on a local radio station, Gold FM, and extensive earned media coverage across television and print media.
ENZ’s Regional Director – Asia (excluding China), Ben Burrowes said the roadshow played a critical role in raising awareness of New Zealand as a study destination.
“Sri Lanka is a strategically important market for New Zealand,” Ben said.
“This roadshow significantly lifted the visibility of New Zealand’s education offering and demonstrated our long-term commitment to engaging directly with students, families and partners.”
ENZ’s Market Manager – Sri Lanka, Monika Chaudhary, said the roadshow was an important step in responding directly to growing student demand.
“By bringing New Zealand education providers together in Colombo and Kandy, we enabled students and families to engage directly with institutions and gain a clearer understanding of the quality, range and long-term value of studying in New Zealand,” Monika said.
The success of the inaugural roadshow has positioned New Zealand strongly in the market, supporting future student mobility, deeper institutional engagement and sustained visibility for New Zealand education in Sri Lanka.
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Update from Immigration New Zealand
Student visa applications: Missed intakes and next steps
Some students who applied late for study in 2026 may not have received a visa decision in time for their intended intake. If a student has missed their intake, what happens next depends on when their study can begin.
If a student can start later in 2026: In some cases, we may be able to approve the application in principle, provided other requirements are met. Any outstanding information will need to be supplied by the date given, and the visa can then be granted once all requirements are satisfied.
If a student can’t start until 2027: Withdrawing the application and requesting a fee refund is generally the best option. Supporting information can become outdated over time, and personal circumstances (including health) may change. Applications for the 2027 academic year should be submitted around September 2026.
Working on a student visa
The ‘Working on a student visa’ page on the Immigration New Zealand website has been updated to clarify the following: Secondary school students who have finished studies, and who have associated work rights, can continue to work part-time for up to 25 hours (or full-time during the Christmas and New Year holiday period) for the remainder of their visa.
More information: Working on a student visa: Immigration New Zealand
Funds Transfer Scheme now available for Nepal
As of 2 April 2026, Nepal is now included in the Funds Transfer Scheme (FTS), delivered through ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited.
The FTS helps reduce the amount of financial documentation students need to provide and gives us greater confidence that students have access to enough funds while in New Zealand. Expanding the scheme to more countries is also expected to support faster processing.
For most Nepalese students whose applications are approved in principle, use of the FTS will be required.
More information: Funds Transfer Scheme
Education agent performance data released
New data is now available showing 2025 student visa application volumes and approval rates for education agents. This information is published annually.
The data includes education agents who are exempt from licensing and does not include Licensed Immigration Advisers.
INZ has also released 2025 overseas student visa decision data, broken down by country.
View the data:
- Education agent performance data: Immigration New Zealand
- Overseas student visa application decisions for 2025: Immigration New Zealand
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New Zealand education roadshow connects Indonesian students with high-quality study options
Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao strengthened engagement with students and families in Indonesia through a successful 2026 Study with New Zealand Roadshow across five major cities.
In early February, ENZ, New Zealand universities and pathway providers travelled across Indonesia to showcase New Zealand’s world‑class education offering and help students make confident, informed decisions about studying in New Zealand.
Building confidence and awareness across Indonesia
The roadshow activities were delivered in Jakarta, Tangerang, Bandung, Surabaya and Semarang, demonstrating New Zealand’s commitment to supporting Indonesian students as they explore international study pathways.
Through engaging presentations and direct conversations with institutional representatives, students, parents and teachers gained insights into New Zealand’s academic environment, student support systems, campus life, scholarship opportunities and everyday living experience.
Strong participation from universities and pathway providers
All eight New Zealand universities took part in the roadshow series, alongside pathway providers UP Education, University of Canterbury International College (UCIC) and University of Waikato College, which provide key transition routes into higher education.
The programme included visits to seven schools across the five cities through mini‑fairs and presentations, as well as city‑wide Study with New Zealand expos that attracted more than 1,000 attendees.
Strengthening New Zealand’s presence in the market
ENZ Regional Director Asia (excluding China) Ben Burrowes highlighted the importance of consistent in‑market engagement.
“New Zealand offers something genuinely special, a mix of quality education, innovative thinking, and a strong focus on student wellbeing. By being here and meeting students and families directly through these roadshow activities, we not only get to show what makes New Zealand different but also build stronger brand awareness. It’s one of the best ways to help Indonesian learners feel confident when choosing New Zealand for their studies abroad,” Ben said.
Collaboration with partners
The Study with New Zealand roadshow is co‑funded between ENZ, participating universities and pathway providers. ENZ’s education agent partners SUN Education Indonesia, ICAN Education and Alfalink supported the delivery.
Representatives from ENZ, New Zealand universities and pathway providers with Jakarta high school students following a mini‑fair event
Attendees at one of the Study with New Zealand expos in Jakarta, reflecting strong interest from Indonesian students and parents in New Zealand’s education offerings
