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• Hands-on agribusiness experience for NZ students in Brazil, Chile and Colombia

  Despite being located on opposite sides of the world, New Zealand and Latin America have very similar climates, a phenomenon which serves as an opportunity for students in professions connected to agriculture to broaden their knowledge and practical skills. The Prime Minister’s Scholarship programme has supported students travelling to Brazil, Chile and Colombia to study this subject. 

  In operation since 2013, the Prime Minister’s Scholarship programme has already provided support for around 3,050 New Zealanders studying abroad, covering their travel, meals, accommodation, studies, technical visits, and journeys in different regions.  

  In 2022, Brazil was the most popular Latin-American country among group scholarship recipients, receiving visits from three groups. Brazil was also the first country to welcome New Zealand students from the program following the COVID-19 pandemic.  

  12 members of the Agronomy and Business Faculty of Lincoln University travelled to São Paulo in November last year. Over the course of five weeks, they visited and studied at three Brazilian universities, visiting farms and production centres in São Paulo, Minas Gerais, Paraná and Santa Catarina states. 

  According to Dr. Hugh Bigsby of Lincoln University, who coordinated the groups of students, their visits were organised so they could learn about the countries and their cultures through their food. 

  “Our programmes are called ‘agribusiness summer schools’ and the aim is to try to understand the local economy, over a period of five weeks, through processes involved in food production and the textile industry, for example,” Hugh said. 

  “In each country, we introduce the students to farms, sales chains and supermarkets. At the end of the program, they are required to present a business idea that can contribute to the commercial relations between New Zealand and each country visited, supporting exports and imports,” explained Hugh. 

  Amongst the places visited in Brazil were the Higher Education School of Agriculture of the University of São Paulo, in Piracicaba; the Faculty of Agrarian Sciences of the Federal University of Paraná, in Curitiba; and the experimental farms operated by the Federal University of Viçosa. 

  “The partnerships with the local universities of each country are fundamental to the success of our program, since each of them provides us with the local economic context, demonstrates technological advances that are underway, and explains the specific features of the local producers,” Hugh said. 

  At the same time, a group of 10 students, from the School of Agriculture and Development at Massey University, were in Chile to pursue their studies of agribusiness techniques. The students explored several regions across the country, visiting the Austral University of Chile, the Catholic University of Valparaiso, and Magallanes University in Punta Arenas.  

  In addition to the universities, the students went to the Santiago Botanic Gardens, dairy cattle farms, vineyards, avocado plantations, and food cooperatives.   

  

  Massey University students at Universidad Austral de Chile, in Chile.

  Massey University Professor Ignacio López, accompanied students on their visit. He said the trip was an incredible experience.  

  “The students were impressed with how the farmers are capable of sustainably farming foods in extremely harsh conditions” Ignacio said.  

  

  Lincoln University students at Universidad de La Salle, in Colombia.

  A group of 20 students from the Agronomy and Business Faculty of Lincoln University travelled to Bogotá, Colombia, in January to study agribusiness. They were in the country for four weeks, studying at the La Salle University, located in the Colombian capital, and at Manizales University. 

  The students learnt about the wide range of agribusiness activities conducted in the country and in the Mercosur region, including detailed studies of Colombian coffee production techniques, which are considered a benchmark across the world.   

  The students from the three groups all returned home having recognised the creativity and experience of the Latin-American agricultural producers.  

  “For our students, the trip opened their minds to new possibilities and different ways of working with agriculture,” said Ignácio Lopez.  

  “They also realised that what they had experimented with can, indeed, be adjusted and applied in New Zealand” he said. 

• Workshops on supporting international students’ mental health

  Monday 30 May 2022 at Helen Kitson Centre, Rangi Ruru Girls’ School, Christchurch

  Register here by 26 May.

   

  Monday 20 June 2022 at Lower Hutt Events Centre, Wellington

  Register here by 13 June. 

   

  About the workshop: 

  Culture shock, language barriers, isolation, loneliness, homesickness, separation from support groups, the loss of confidence — these are just a few of the challenges faced by many international students in New Zealand. Add to these differences in how different societies view, talk about and seek solutions for challenges relating to mental health, and we can see why it is difficult for schools to support their students effectively when they are struggling. 

  This workshop will be jointly facilitated by Ivan Yeo, Deputy Director of Asian Family Services and Jennifer Kirkham, PLD Operations Manager of SIEBA. The goal is to explore what might be going on for students struggling with their mental health, and how providers might best support them.  The workshop will be highly interactive with a focus on sharing and discussion of the topics provided, guided by the facilitators. 

• Development of new international education strategy underway

  Chief Executive Grant McPherson says Education New Zealand is aiming for a strategy that offers a step change in thinking, enjoys wide support and paves the way for sustained quality outcomes for all stakeholders, especially international students.

  "International education touches many parts of our country and many individuals, organisations and businesses. We want everybody to see themselves reflected in the strategy. That means casting the net wide in its development."

  “We are setting out to challenge and be challenged – we encourage all interested parties to be involved in strategy development.”

  International student numbers and the economic value of the international education industry have grown steadily since the Leadership Statement for International Education was released in 2011.

  In announcing the development of the new strategy at conference, Tertiary Education Minister Steven Joyce said that while the Leadership Statement set aspirational targets for the industry out to 2025, it is now time for a new plan that offers a clear view of the opportunities and challenges ahead, as well as an aligned strategy across government to inform and lead industry development.

  Grant says that the new international education strategy is an opportunity for New Zealand to consolidate its current position and use it as a platform for future growth.

  “Building sustainable growth in international education will require a diversified and innovative approach that looks to the future.

  “We’re interested in rebalancing the targets across social, cultural and economic values as well as outcomes and experiences. 

  “While student mobility remains important, we’ll be increasing our focus on our education expertise in products and services which is an area of enormous opportunity for New Zealand.

  “We are setting out to challenge and be challenged – we encourage all interested parties to be involved in strategy development.” – Grant McPherson, Chief Executive, Education New Zealand

  “It’s also important that the contribution of international education to our regional communities and economies is emphasised in the strategy.”

  Work is underway on planning for broad engagement with stakeholders over the next couple of months (see below to register for a workshop), followed by consultation on the draft strategy in January and February.  A focus is on making involvement as straightforward as possible for industry participants through online and direct engagement.

  Strategy workshops – register now

  The strategy workshops are your chance to put your ideas forward and listen to the ideas of others. Please register for a workshop now at info@enz.govt.nz

  Wellington, Monday 17 October – 1-4pm
  Cliftons venue, Level 28, Majestic Tower, 100 Willis Street

  Auckland, Tuesday 18 October – 12-3pm
  Cliftons venue, Level 4, 45 Queen Street

  Auckland, Wednesday 19 October – 9.30-12.30pm
  Cliftons venue, Level 4, 45 Queen Street

  Christchurch, Thursday 20 October – 12.30-3.30pm
  Tait Communications, 245 Wooldridge Road, Harewood

  Tauranga, Tuesday 1 November – 10-1pm
  Club Mount Maunganui, 45 Kawaka Street, Mount Maunganui
  
  You will also shortly have the opportunity to share your ideas online. A formal consultation process will begin in mid-December.

  We will provide regular updates on strategy development and ways to be involved through E-News.

• Next webinar for the schools’ sector – 20 March 2024

  Join Mary Camp on Wednesday March 20th 11:00 – 12:15 for discussion on the theme: 

  Growing Positive Public Perceptions of International Education. 

  Session highlights: 

  • Marie Clark, ENZ Director Insights, will present recent research on New Zealanders’ perceptions of international education 

  • Sai Raje, ENZ Senior Advisor Communications, will show us a toolkit for communicating the benefits of international education in your communities  

  • We’d love to hear your tips of what you’ve seen work well in harnessing community support for your international programmes.  

  Next webinars (topics TBC):

  • Wednesday 17 April 

  • Wednesday 15 May 

  • Wednesday 19 June.  

  Register in advance for these webinars: https://enz.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0od-Cprj0iHdYcue0gGAXPY04bC7cMjPps  

  You can register once and attend any or all sessions. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. 

  Please note these sessions are for NZ schools only – agents should check out https://agentlab.enz.govt.nz/ 

• United States to headline NZIEC as Country of Honour

  ENZ has joined with the US Embassy in Wellington and US Consulate General in Auckland to bring about the partnership. It will see the US featured in a number of conference sessions as well as in the conference environs.

  “The Country of Honour designation is another way in which we can bring the world to NZIEC,” says ENZ Chief Executive Grant McPherson.

  “We’re delighted to be delivering this inaugural Country of Honour partnership. Conference delegates will benefit from the range of insights, experiences and connections that this collaboration will deliver.”

  We are very excited about this partnership,” says US Chargé d'Affaires Candy Green. “Shared educational experience allows for the collaboration of bright, inquisitive minds from both sides of the Pacific. It ensures that the relationship between our two countries will continue to go from strength to strength.

  “Bilateral student mobility between New Zealand and the United States continues to grow, and we’re proud to be able to highlight the many opportunities available with the support of Education New Zealand.”

  

  Weta Workshop's Sir Richard Taylor took to the stage at NAFSA to talk New Zealand education.

  America’s presence at NZIEC follows New Zealand’s star turn at this year’s NAFSA conference in Los Angeles. ENZ and the US Department of State announced a partnership to support more US students studying in New Zealand through the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program.

  Last year, almost 3,000 American students studied in New Zealand. Increasing numbers of Kiwis are also heading to the US for secondary and tertiary education – around 1,600 per year at last count.

  The Country of Honour collaboration will see the US featured in a number of conference sessions, including a keynote address by Dr Esther Brimmer, a session on digital marketing by Mitch Gordon from Go Overseas, and a roundtable with nine US study abroad professionals. A number of other Americans will also be presenting in conference sessions during conference.

  NZIEC delegates can also look forward to engaging with the team from the US Embassy and Consulate General at the US Lounge in the expo hall. Stay tuned for a few surprises along the way!

  With well over half of the available places already sold, make sure you book your ticket for NZIEC soon. Register at www.nziec.co.nz/register

• What’s new on The Brand Lab this month?

  The ENZ Brand Lab is a rich source of images, videos and other marketing tools to help our industry partners promote New Zealand education.

  Orientation images and vox pop videos

  ENZ visited one of our local university campuses over orientation to find out how new international students were enjoying their first days of study in New Zealand.

  We asked students to answer three questions about their experience so far. You can find these videos on the Brand Lab by searching “Vox pops”. Or share the videos directly from our Facebook page by following the links below.

  • How do you feel starting your New Zealand study journey?
  • What’s been your biggest challenge in New Zealand so far?
  • Why did you choose to study in New Zealand?

  To find the images from this shoot, go to the Brand Lab and search for “Orientation”.

  

  To find the images from this shoot, go to the Brand Lab and search for “Orientation”.

  Future Proof video

  The Economist Intelligence Unit ranked New Zealand #1 in the world for preparing students for the future. ENZ’s Future Proof Yourself video features international alumni sharing how their New Zealand education helped to prepare them for the future. The video has been very popular across our social media channels and has been viewed more than 30 million times.

  To share the video on your own channels, search “Future Proof” on the Brand Lab or share directly from our Facebook page.

  Register for the Brand Lab

  It is quick and easy to register for the Brand Lab. Simply go to www.thebrandlab.enz.govt.nz and complete the registration form.

  If you haven’t visited the Brand Lab in a while, please note that we migrated to a new website mid-way through 2017. The new Brand Lab is much easier to use with improved search functionality. If you haven’t used the new site yet, you will have to register again. 

• ‘Unlock Your Future with New Zealand PTEs’ webinar series for the Indian market

  According to 2023 enrolment data, India is the largest source of students for New Zealand’s Private Training Establishments (PTEs). To ensure agents in India are receiving the most up-to-date and relevant information on the quality and range of courses at New Zealand PTEs, ENZ has launched its ‘Unlock your Future with New Zealand PTEs’ series.  

  The series is designed to cover different programme areas offered by our PTEs. The first session, held in October, focused on Engineering, Technology, and IT programmes and proved popular with 62 education agents participating. Attending the session from the PTEs, were representatives from academyEX, Auckland Institute of Studies, Aspire2, International College of Auckland, Media Design School, New Zealand Skills and Education Group, Whitecliffe College, and Yoobee College. During the webinar, these representatives introduced their programmes, discussed pathway opportunities, job prospects after graduation, and shared alumni stories.  

  Ruth Cooper, Co-chair of Quality Tertiary Institutions and Country Director of Media Design School said that this series aims to give education agents a clear understanding of New Zealand PTEs. 

  “Indian students make up the largest group of international students at our PTEs and education agents play a crucial role in facilitating this.  

  “We want Indian education agents to have a clear understanding that New Zealand PTEs provide high-quality, government-recognised, and student-centred education. They are well-connected to industry and offer a wide array of courses and programs at various levels,” said Ruth. 

  “These webinars help providers establish and strengthen relationships with Indian education agents and equip them with valuable information to share with prospective students,” she added.   

  Register for the next webinar 

  There will be one more session held before the end of the year on Tuesday 19 November with more to follow in early 2025. The 19 November session will explore education options in food, hospitality, personal services, health, agriculture, and environmental studies. Education agents for the India market can register for this session here.  

• IntelliLab launched at NZIEC

  Further developments to the portal will provide a more interactive experience, with customised dashboards and searches.

  Providers will be able to use IntelliLab via a single log-in that will also give them access to ENZ’s SkillsLab and BrandLab.

  ENZ’s Intelligence Manager Andrew McPhee described the response from industry users as overwhelmingly positive.  

  “The recently released New Zealand International Education Snapshot (2016 full-year report) is available on IntelliLab and is proving very popular with users,” he said. 

  Interactive tools on the portal include TED (The Enrolments Data), which enables users to access and analyse student numbers over the past five years by market, sector, and region. 

  Shortly, TED will be joined by ELF, a tool that will enable users to sort student numbers by level and field of study.

  All previously available student number resources (visa dashboards and student visa trends) will continue to be offered on IntelliLab under the ‘Student Numbers’ tab without users needing to register.

  You can access Intellilab on this link and either register through the Registration link on the homepage header or be prompted to register when first trying to download a document via the site.

• New student registration at Chinese embassy

  In order for a New Zealand qualification to be recognised in China, students previously requested a “Certificate for the Returned Overseas Students or Scholars” from either the education section of Chinese Embassy or Chinese Consulates in Auckland or Christchurch.

  However, from 1 July, students are required to register online with the education section of the Chinese Embassy when they arrive in New Zealand in order to receive their certificate when they complete their qualification. The registration system also allows students in New Zealand to share their contact details with the Embassy in case of an emergency. 

  The education section of the Chinese Embassy has asked Education New Zealand to inform institutions of this change in process, and encourage institutions to tell Chinese students to register online. Students should visit http://www.chinanz-education.org to register.

  Please contact Aaron Zhao (Secondary Secretary, Education Section of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in New Zealand) for more information: aaronzl@163.com

• Have you registered for IntelliLab?

  Browse through the latest education sector fact sheets and the August visa dashboard.

  Also look out for country market fact sheets and a visa tool, similar to TED, in the near future.

  You can register for IntelliLab at intellilab@enz.govt.nz.

  You may register on the black header bar on the IntelliLab home page, or you will be prompted to register when you first download a document.