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Techweek 2020: a festival of innovation
Techweek is the premier event of the NZ Tech Alliance, attracting 49,000 people across New Zealand last year.
This year’s festival comes at a critical time for the international education sector as institutions look to diversify their international education with the help of technology and the internet.
Anyone can join up to the virtual events taking place from 27 July-2 August.
ENZ is participating in the following events:
Techweek TV
ENZ has secured a slot on TechweekTV on a panel entitled Physically distant, virtually connected; recreating the New Zealand education experience online, streaming online at 2:30pm on 30 July (NZT).
It will feature ENZ director of platforms and campaigns, Euan Howden, and senior market manager Misa Kitaoka; Jason Mangan, chief technology officer and co-founder of University of Auckland’s lean start up – Connected Experiences; and CRO of Education Perfect, Tim Vaughan.
They’ll explore how to recreate the New Zealand education experience in a COVID-19 environment. The panel will be chaired by director of ATEED, MIT and Unitec Ziena Jalil. Ziena sits on the Boards of Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED), Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT), Unitec, and the Cancer Society Auckland Northland.
EdTechNZ Showcase
EdTechNZ will present a showcase of 24 New Zealand companies. In a series of four Zoom webinars, each company take 10 minutes to show how their products and services are changing the world and take questions from the webinar audience.
The variety of NZ companies innovating to improve educational outcomes is impressive, ranging from primary through post-tertiary, with games, infrastructure, AI, and bringing people closer together all playing a role.
ENZ business development manager Annabel Robertson will be chairing the sessions along with other EdtechNZ Board members.
Panel discussion
ENZ director of partnerships and channels Dan Smidt will be chairing a panel discussion on the role of technology in delivering enhanced customer experiences, cross-sector connections, and seamless pathways for international students, education agents and education providers.
The panel will feature representatives from Enroller, Up Education and JJL Education Consulting.
Why now? Connecting the International Education industry to survive and revive at 1pm on 31 July (NZT).
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BizVenture winners tackle youth mental health with "It's Okay" clothing range
The innovative business entrepreneurship scheme is a pilot initiative led by Education New Zealand, Young Enterprise Scheme (YES), and Japanese partners to give students in both countries real-life experience in developing business solutions that address one of the United Nation’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
Forty students collaborated in a three-day virtual exchange, where they chose a challenge tackling some of Japan’s pressing social issues, before designing and presenting a business plan in a “Dragon’s Den” style pitch to judges.
The winning New Zealand team - Hamish Robinson (Taradale High School, Napier), Benjamin Young (Tauranga Boys’ College), Daniel Blight (Waimea College, Napier), Kaiah Sherriff (Southland Girls’ High School), and Abirami Kabilan (Pakuranga College, Auckland) - chose to come up with a strategy which would directly enhance the mental wellbeing of Japanese teenagers.
The UN SDGs are some of the biggest problems facing humanity today, so working on them was a pretty full-on task” – Pakuranga College student Abirami Kabilan
It is a topic which directly impacts young people in both countries, as UNICEF ranks Japan 37th among 41 OECD countries for the state of children’s mental health, and New Zealand one lower, at 38th place.
Insights into business and culture “eye-opening”
To succeed, the students had to gain a thorough insight into Japanese culture, youth behaviour, and business practice. Ahead of their pitches, the teams joined interactive workshops with New Zealand and Japanese guest speakers, cultural mentors, and language coaches.
Abirami Kabilan describes the exposure to Japanese business and societal culture as “eye-opening”.
“The UN SDGs are some of the biggest problems facing humanity today, so working on them was a pretty full-on task.”
“One of the most interesting things about this cross-cultural experience was seeing how the Japanese students approached the same problems. Young people around the world will have such different ways of approaching these problems too. Imagine the ideas we would come up with if we all worked together.”
The winning team successfully pitched a clothing brand called 大丈夫, which translates in English to “It’s Okay”, to get the conversation about mental health out in the open among Japanese youth, and hopefully gain the support of high-reach Japanese influencers to help push their critical wellbeing message.
They decided the best way to break into the Japanese market would be with “in your face” messaging using symbols of strength, such as dragons and samurai, to promote their message.
“This is something that has not been done in Japan before and we’re ecstatic to be winners,” Hamish Robinson says.
BizVenture promotes global competency
The BizVenture programme will allow students to understand the Japanese business context and increase their global competency, says Young Enterprise Scheme lead Elizabeth Pittman.
“New Zealand youth have such a strong interest in sustainability and improving social outcomes within their communities and abroad, and this challenge allows them to explore that interest in a business context.”
International education adapts to changing needs of learners
Education New Zealand is keen to build on the success of this year’s pilot BizVenture programme as international education adapts to meet the changing needs of learners. International research shows that students are increasingly seeking programmes and content that is relevant to real world problems and which will allow them to make a real difference.
The programme also builds on New Zealand’s diplomatic relationship with Japan while travel for international students remains limited.
“Over many decades Japan and New Zealand have benefitted from an enduring partnership,” says Hamish Cooper, New Zealand Ambassador to Japan. “Education has played a really important role in fostering people-to-people ties, and supporting the development of what are now, in 2021, very close connections between our two countries.”
“Before the pandemic, more than 10,000 students from Japan studied in New Zealand every year, making an important economic contribution, but also enriching our schools and communities, and helping New Zealand students become more globally connected.”
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Aotearoa sharpens Sherpa’s ambitions on conservation in Nepal
The Everest region of Nepal is his home, and he has seen first-hand the impact of climbers and climate change on the world’s most famous mountain environment.
The former international student to New Zealand is a columnist in the Kathmandu Post, readily highlighting successes and calling out failures on a range of environmental issues impacting Nepal. He is part of a generation determined to find solutions.
Tsewang recently completed his Master’s in Environmental Management at Lincoln University, an international education experience made possible by the Mingma Norbu Sherpa Memorial Scholarship. Mingma was an early graduate of Sir Edmund Hillary’s Khumjung School, an alumnus of Lincoln University, and one of the leading voices on conservation in Nepal and Bhutan through his work with World Wildlife Fund (WWF) before his untimely death in 2006.
His legacy is a scholarship jointly funded by WWF, Lincoln University, and the Greater Himalayas Foundation which supports students from remote regions of Nepal committed to careers in conservation to study at Lincoln.
Tsewang says the links with New Zealand which date back to the work of Sir Edmund Hillary, and his belief in the importance of education for future generations, are a driver for many Nepalese students seeking to improve their opportunities in life.
“The connection is very strong,” he says. “Sir Ed Hillary is such an icon and I feel that the students who come to New Zealand to study are continuing to strengthen the relationship established by Sir Ed and Mingma”.
Fulfilling the dream of a New Zealand education
“The scholarship allows you to fulfil a vision of having a higher education in New Zealand, but more than that, it connects many people already working in the conservation sector in New Zealand, Nepal, and other parts of the world.”
Tsewang spent two years in New Zealand, arriving just before the border closed in 2020 and is grateful that his studies were largely unaffected by the pandemic. He says he has learned much about New Zealand’s approach to conservation and gained a better understanding of te ao Māori and the concept of kaitiakitanga (guardianship and protection).
“I am a Sherpa. We are renowned as mountaineers, but we are also an ethnic tribe with a strong connection and respect for nature and a strong desire for environmental stewardship.
“Seeing Māori taking ownership of preserving and retaining their culture was an important learning for me. These are taonga (treasures) which we should be taking from one generation to another.
“Through my education I want to promote empowerment of local people on conservation issues,” Tsewang says. “Studying in New Zealand made me realise that this is already happening in Nepal, but we just need to find ways to make it more effective.”
Tsewang’s Master’s research was into the effectiveness of the Garbage Deposit Scheme (GDS) initiated by the Sherpa people, in which Everest climbers pay a US$4000 deposit that’s returned only if they bring back at least 8kg of rubbish produced during their expeditions. “Working in conjunction with the aims, aspirations, and opportunities of local communities is incredibly empowering.”
Making a positive impact in Nepal
The students who have come to Aotearoa have made a positive impact in Nepal, Tsewang says. “It’s all about learning from best practice and sharing knowledge.
As one person it’s hard to make change, but by sharing information and knowledge we can make incremental change.”
“We are seeing that governments globally are starting to overhaul their environmental protection policies. New Zealand has played a key role in the context of Nepal because people before me came to study and returned home to build crucial environmental education and awareness.”
Tsewang loved his time in Aotearoa, both inside and outside the classroom, having spent most of his free time hiking iconic tracks. “There’s so much learning that happens out in the field where you hear first-hand of the experiences of those working in conservation.
“This was an essential part of my education experience. You have unplanned conversations which are inspiring and hugely valuable,” he says.
“The last two years have been monumental in so many ways. It’s not just the academic learning, but also the personal growth. I have gained so much confidence to voice my opinion and share my knowledge.
“I will stay in touch with many of the people I have met and hopefully we will have the opportunity to collaborate in the future. Learning never stops.
“The international education opportunities with New Zealand only serve to strengthen the long-standing bond with Nepal. There’s a real legacy involved for both countries.”
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Talented young Kiwis awarded PM’s Scholarships to Asia and Latin America
This round of scholarships supports 252 recent graduates or current students to undertake study, research or internships at institutions in Latin America and Asia, including Brazil, Mexico, China, India and Japan.
Awardees are in a range of fields including languages, law, business, health, sustainability and the arts. They will attend for periods ranging from four weeks to one year.
The scholarships enable a wide range of educational experiences, including: a cultural exchange and internship programme for Māori and Pasifika graduates in Vietnam; a global business and innovation programme at the Chinese University of Hong Kong in Shenzhen, China, for a group of undergraduate business students; an internship with an Indian charity supporting street children and another with the United Nations Office for Sustainable Development in Korea.
‘’These scholarships enable talented young New Zealanders to enrich their education offshore, adding international experience and global perspectives to their qualifications,’’ Chris Hipkins said.
“The quality of the awardees, from all over New Zealand and from a wide range of tertiary institutions, is impressive. I am sure they will serve as excellent ambassadors for our country.
‘’Longer term, the international networks and cross-cultural skills that they bring back home will enhance and strengthen our future workforce. Their experiences benefit New Zealand at a national level and improve our ability to engage and connect with Asia and Latin America.
‘’The Prime Minister’s Scholarships support the Government’s goal of a thriving and globally connected New Zealand through world-class international education,” Chris Hipkins said.
Of the successful applicants in this round, 114 will travel on an individual scholarship and 138 will travel as part of a group. They come from a range of tertiary institutions nationwide, including the University of Auckland (69 awardees); Victoria University of Wellington (41); Massey University (40); Whitecliffe College of Arts and Design (16) and the Southern Institute of Technology (nine). There are also 10 recipients from the education NGO, TupuToa.
Here is the full list of PMSA and PMSLA recipients from this round (2019-2020 Round One).
The total value of the scholarships offered in this round is $1.9m. Information on past PMSA and PMSLA recipients can be found here.
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Successful agent engagement and student recruitment drive in Malaysia
The events aimed to gauge student interest in studying in New Zealand and deepen collaboration with education agents and schools.
To kick off the series, in early March, ENZ and representatives from New Zealand universities co-hosted a morning tea information session and focus group for Malaysian education agents in Kuala Lumpur.
The session promoted the ENZ resources available to support agents, and representatives from University of Auckland, University of Canterbury, Massey University, University of Otago, and University of Waikato led a discussion exploring key messages that resonate with Malaysian students and parents, understanding the factors influencing destination choice and brainstorming strategies to strengthen New Zealand’s brand visibility.
The event brought together 11 agencies from across Kuala Lumpur.
Co-funded agent activity
ENZ supported three key education agencies from across Malaysia to undertake co-funded student recruitment activity.
In Selangor, AECC Global Malaysia and ENZ hosted a mini-booth fair at HELP International School – giving students the opportunity to interact directly with representatives from Auckland University of Technology, the University of Auckland, the University of Canterbury, University of Otago, and the University of Waikato.
The mini-booth fair at HELP International School.
The mini-booth fair at HELP International School.
Over to Shah Alam, SELSET Education partnered with INTEC College to host an information session showcasing eight of New Zealand’s tertiary institutions.
INTEC College students heard from the Auckland University of Technology, the University of Auckland, University of Canterbury, University of Otago, University of Waikato, Southern Institute of Technology, Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology and pathway provider, University of Canterbury International College.
Around 100 students were in attendance, and the session was followed by an opportunity for students to chat further with the study providers on show.
Students at INTEC College exploring New Zealand tertiary education study options.
To close out the co-funded activity, ENZ made its first official visit to East Malaysia since before the pandemic.
ENZ and JM Education partnered to lead a series of school visits in late April Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Around 400 students attended information sessions across three schools. The events were led by the University of Auckland and University of Otago at Kota Kinabalu High School, Sekolah Menengah Sains Sabah, and Maktab Nasional.
Attendees of one of the information sessions.
ENZ Market Manager for Indonesia and Malaysia, Naluri Bella, said that partnering with agents for co-funding targeted activities helps enhance both agents and students’ awareness and understanding of New Zealand’s unique education offering.
“These collaborations not only build trust and commitment among agents but also positions New Zealand as a competitive and credible choice for Malaysian students,” she said.
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Connecting careers in Bay of Plenty and Waikato
This new online resource hub supports international secondary school students to pursue tertiary education and employment opportunities in the regions.
Secondary schools can use the tool to showcase the exciting range of opportunities in the students’ backyard. It encourages them to explore, plan, connect and succeed.
International students staying in the regions bring many benefits, including addressing skill shortages in key industries where skilled workers are in high demand, increased spending and promoting global citizenship and diversity.
Education Tauranga regional relationship manager Melissa Gillingham says providing a comprehensive international student journey plan is becoming increasingly important.
“This allows students and their parents to see the opportunities that exist in the regions, from the school sector, into the tertiary sector and through to employment,” she says.
“Excellent existing relationships across all education sectors within our region allowed us to hit the ground running, creating, delivering and promoting our international student journey plan. We would like to thank all our stakeholders for their support.”
Education Tauranga partnered with Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao, Te Waka and Rotorua NZ to help bring Career Connect to life.
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The first step towards student re-entry
Work is well underway to put in place a new system to allow this cohort of students to enter New Zealand.
For students, there is no rush to apply for these limited spaces. PhD and postgraduate students who hold or held a visa for 2020 will be selected by education providers and offered a place in this first cohort.
The initial student selection process is being finalised by education providers and government agencies, who are also planning the support students will require on their journey to resume their study in New Zealand. Students are expected to start arriving from November, with most arriving after Christmas.
Eligible students will hold or have held a visa to study in 2020 but have been unable to enter New Zealand due to COVID-19, with priority given first to those who must be in New Zealand to complete practical components of their research and study.
Students will need to comply with New Zealand’s COVID-19 regulations, including a 14-day managed isolation period, and payment of the isolation charges. Their arrival remains subject to the availability of these facilities, to avoid preventing New Zealand citizens and residents from returning home, or essential skilled workers from entering the country.
Education New Zealand has been working with the Ministry of Education and other Government agencies and the education sector in building the student re-entry approach.
In announcing this decision on 12 October, Minister Chris Hipkins emphasised the importance of international education to New Zealand’s recovery and rebuild from the pandemic.
“We have been glad to see this initial announcement has been well-received by both the New Zealand public and the education sector,” ENZ General Manager – Stakeholders & Communications, John Goulter, says. “This group of 250 represents only a fraction of our usual international student intake. By keeping this first cohort of international students small, we can all work to make sure students have a great experience – and that they are welcomed and supported by New Zealanders.”
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Photo story – New Zealand education showcased in China
New Zealand speakers take the stage
Minister for Universities and Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology, Hon Dr Shane Reti delivering welcome remarks at New Zealand-China Education B2B Session. As part of the China Annual Conference for International Education (CACIE), the B2B Session attracted over 117 visitors to engage in productive dialogues with participating New Zealand tertiary institutions aiming to build collegial partnership.
Minister for Universities and Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology, Hon Dr Shane Reti and REN Youqun, Vice Minister of Education of China witnessed the signing of Letter of Intent between Universities New Zealand and China Education Association for International Exchange (CEAIE) and Education New Zealand and China Centre for International People-to-People Exchange (CCIPE) at the 2nd New Zealand High-level Education Forum. The letters of intent between Chinese and New Zealand government agencies places existing collaboration within a more formal framework, allowing both sides to work more effectively together to advance shared education cooperation goals.
Minister for Universities and Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology, Hon Dr Shane Reti delivering remarks at CACIE Night, a key plenary event at the conference. In his remarks, he recognised New Zealand’s role as Country of Honour at CACIE and celebrated the deep and enduring education ties between New Zealand and China.
ENZ Chief Executive Amanda Malu speaking to a packed audience at CACIE Night, highlighting the strengths of New Zealand’s education system, the unique student experience, and the values that underpin our education brand.
Professor Damon Salesa, Vice-Chancellor, Auckland University of Technology (AUT) provided the Academic keynote address at the CACIE Plenary event.
During his address, Damon said: “This year, as New Zealand was recognised as the honour country, we were invited to share our story. It is a story of a small, agile education system that is responding to global challenges with creativity, care and collaboration.”
“It is a story of how we are preparing our learners for a future shaped by advancement in technology, while ensuring that innovation remains human-centred and culturally grounded,” he said.
China Education Expo
The New Zealand pavilion at the China Education Expo was front and centre, attracting many of the 15,000 attendees who attended the Expo in Beijing over two days.
Representatives from New Zealand and China cutting the ribbon to officially open the New Zealand pavilion at CEE.
Te Wehi Haka, the Haka Experience, provided a Māori cultural performance that attracted students, parents, agents and partners to the New Zealand pavilion.
Ara Institute of Canterbury international department staff alongside Minister for Universities and Minister of Science, Technology & Innovation, Hon Dr Shane Reti (pictured centre).
Following the expo, 87% of those surveyed said their knowledge of New Zealand as a country to study in has improved after visiting the New Zealand pavilion
Additionally, 73% of those surveyed said they are more likely to consider New Zealand as a country to study in after visiting the New Zealand pavilion.
New Zealand education providers talking to crowds of prospective students and their parents at CEE.
Representatives from the New Zealand government alongside New Zealand education providers at the CEE New Zealand pavillion.
ENZ Agent Seminars in Beijing, Chengdu and Wuhan
Attendees of the agent seminar in Beijing.
Building on the buzz of CACIE, ENZ hosted three Agent Seminars across Beijing, Chengdu and Wuhan.
The seminars connected over forty New Zealand education providers and around 320 visitors.
The seminars supported New Zealand providers to build connections with Chinese education agents
ENZ Director of Marketing, Adrian Hirst, said the personal connections made were a highlight of the event series.
“Sharing dinner at an agent’s home with parents and future students was a highlight, the informal setting sparked a lively Q&A session, which reinforced the trust families place in the process and the responsibility we all carry in our roles,” Adrian said.
Maximising the Country of Honour opportunity
Being named Country of Honour at CACIE and CEE was a prime opportunity for New Zealand to showcase its world-class education to Chinese audiences. ENZ delivered a strategic, multi-phase approach that built momentum before the events, maximised on-site impact through high-profile media coverage and Ministerial presence, and amplified engagement digitally with campaigns on platforms popular in China.
Minister for Universities and Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology, Hon Dr Shane Reti being interviewed by leading state media outlet, CGTN.
ENZ Chief Executive Amanda Malu speaking to China’s largest state TV network, CCTV at the CEE New Zealand pavilion.
ENZ Regional Director for China, Ron Xavier reporting in from CEE, speaking to Sina Education.
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Catching up with the Canadians – news for the school sector
“Everyone knows that Canada is a key competitor for NZ’s school sector,” Mary says. “I wanted to find out more about their success and learn about the challenges they face”.
“Many of the people I met were surprised to learn that NZ hosts about 16,000 international school students – punching above our weight internationally when compared with Australia’s 18,000 – but still a long way from Canada’s 46,000 enrolments! Nevertheless Canada does see Australia and NZ as its main competitors offshore.”
The theme of the Conference was Collaborating to Educate Tomorrow’s Global Citizens. It was attended by 250 delegates from across Canada. Delegates represent school districts or boards, so each delegate could be working with 10 or 50 schools.
International speakers at the conference noted New Zealand’s recent increased profile and activity level in the school sector, citing government support and the establishment of SIEBA as positive developments.
“We are developing a relationship with CAPS-I, with both sides keen to explore potential collaboration” says Mary.
“During my visit I learnt a lot about Canada’s school international education industry. They draw from many of the same markets we do, but as you might expect NZ is stronger (relatively speaking) in South East Asia while Canada is stronger in Latin America.
“There is very little federal government support for Canadian schools’ international business, because education is a provincial responsibility. Canadian schools are committed to delivering high quality student experiences, but they don’t have a Code of Practice equivalent to regulate high professional standards.”
Mary will be sharing more about her learnings on Canada at a pre-conference workshop at NZIEC 2015.
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Kapa Haka and lion dancing welcomes students to Christchurch
Christchurch Educated has run the event since 2014, and this year’s welcome was sponsored by Christchurch City Council, Ara Institute of Canterbury, University of Canterbury, Lincoln University and China Southern Airlines. Nearly 250 students – both international and domestic, new and returning – from the Canterbury region attended, with some accompanied by their homestay families.
Izzie Guo, International Student Experience Coordinator at Christchurch Educated said making students feel welcome is a key factor in creating a good student experience.
“Coming to a new country to study and start a new life can be a very challenging journey for international students,” she said.
“We are grateful that they chose our city as their second home, so it’s our responsibility to make sure they are have a positive experience with us and are well-cared for.”
The theme of the event was “Feel at home in Canterbury”. Students received a traditional Mihi followed by a warm welcome from Christchurch Deputy Mayor Andrew Turner.
The welcome event had food trucks, art demonstrations, games, as well as a range of cultural performances, including kapa haka, Indian bhangra, Chinese lion dancing and live music. Students also had a chance to pick up some Kiwi culture with rugby skills training, poi making and flax weaving.
Sigred Yamit, a University of Canterbury student and event MC said such events are a great way to bring the community together.
“My family and I migrated to New Zealand five years ago, so I can relate to the experience of international students. I wasn't aware that such events existed back then but they’re so important,” she said.
“Meeting people from different cultures broadens your perspective in life, and you get the chance to learn something new from them.”
