International Student Research Community
Share your experience. Help shape the future of studying in New Zealand.
The International Student Research Community is a group of prospective, current, and former international students who share their views and experiences of studying with New Zealand education providers. It is run by Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ), the New Zealand government agency responsible for promoting international education and supporting student experiences.
Your feedback helps shape decisions, services and experiences for future students.
About the community
Members are invited to share insights across the student journey – from choosing where to study through to life after study. These insights help shape policies, services, and initiatives across the sector.
Why join
- Have your voice heard and help improve the international student experience
- Influence decisions that affect future students
- Take part in research in a flexible way that suits you
- Receive incentives as a thank you for your time
How it works
- Sign up to join the community
- Get invited to participate in surveys, interviews or focus groups
- Take part in research in a flexible way that suits you
- Receive incentives as a thank you for your time
What to expect
Frequency
This varies depending on what’s happening in the sector. Typically, you can expect to participate in a few short surveys each year, with occasional opportunities to join discussions or share feedback on specific topics. Participation is always voluntary and you can choose which invitations to accept.
Time commitment
Most surveys take 5 to 15 minutes to complete. Some activities, such as focus groups or interviews may take longer – but we’ll always let you know what’s involved up front.
Benefits of taking part
There may be prize draws or gift vouchers, depending on the activity. Details of any incentive will be included in your invitation to participate.
You’ll also have the opportunity to make a real difference by helping shape important decisions around international education for New Zealand.
Privacy and confidentiality
Your responses will be combined with others and analysed to identify overall trends and insights. Results are reported in a way that does not identify individuals.
All personal information is kept secure and confidential, in line with privacy requirements.
Join the Community
We’re not accepting new sign-ups just yet. Check back soon for details on how to join the Community.
Leaving the Community
You can leave by using the unsubscribe link in any of our emails, or by emailing us at researchcommunity@enz.govt.nz.
About ENZ
ENZ is a New Zealand government agency. We promote New Zealand as a study destination and work to ensure international students have a high-quality education and experience.
