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Scholarship takes engineering student to Chile
Madeline first fell in love with Chile six years ago during an exchange. Since then, she was looking for an opportunity to return when she came across the PMSLA programme and returned for an internship with Engineers Without Borders.
“It’s an international network of engineers who dedicate their time creating technologies for developing communities. We also develop training for Chilean engineering students so that communities are empowered into the future, long after the engineers leave.”
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Students around the globe join New Zealand summit
Kicking off this week with seminars on the space economy and mechanisms for social change, and the human cost of climate change, the online global workshop connects a diverse group of potential international students to help them connect, collaborate and shape their future.
ENZ’s Deanna Anderson, Business Development Manager says the project offers ENZ a great opportunity to learn more about the motivations of learners from new markets while offering the students involved a unique digital engagement with New Zealand.
“It’s a two-way learning experience that explores the futures of our next generation of learners while offering them a window into New Zealand’s unique way of problem solving.
“The aim is to create an inspiring initiative that engages hundreds of students and allows us to use their insights to better understand the future of our next generation of learners.
“Each student has the ability to offer insight that could help shape a more personalised, meaningful, relevant and uniquely New Zealand education experience.”
The summit involves 12 expert speakers who are presenting six online seminars on topics ranging from sustainable design to social entrepreneurship to climate change.
“After the seminar series, the students will be involved in a co-creation weekend where they will work as part of 65 online challenge groups to discuss solutions to some of the planet’s most pressing issues such as energy production, waste as a resource and the future of human survival.”
Deanna says this pilot research project will provide invaluable insights for New Zealand’s international education sector that will inform the direction of future industry innovation.
For more information or to join the webinars, visit https://www.emergingfutures.co.nz/
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Kiwi schools hit the road in the Philippines
Led by a team of ENZ staff, the group made the journey through Manila and Cebu over one week in September in a (very cosy) ENZ bus.
Desiree Lee, ENZ’s Market Manager, Malaysia and Philippines, said it was great to see the camaraderie shared by New Zealand providers and the shared vision of promoting New Zealand education to the world.
“We had a blast hosting our energetic providers from the university, ITP, PTE and school sectors across the Philippines. We braved the Manila traffic together, met with more than 200 international school students whose interests ranged from medicine to creative writing.”
The providers had another chance to meet school counsellors, New Zealand alumni and parents at the ENZ Networking Night hosted by Ambassador to the Philippines, David Strachan, at the Official Residence.
“Most Filipino students considering study abroad are from the private education network and, to attract these students to New Zealand, we have to be prepared to compete against strong brand names like there are in the US,” explains Desiree.
“The US is the most high-profile study destination for Filipino students, with a very active in-market presence including many Ivy League names such as Stanford University.
“Targeted activities such as the Schools Roadshow is a chance to get some face time with these students and present our unique offering.”
The tour of the Philippines was capped off with an oversubscribed agent seminar in Cebu, where Immigration New Zealand gave key market updates.
“They revealed that Cebu, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Davao del Sur and Cavite are the top five regions where student applicants are coming from.
“INZ also highly recommends the use of its online application platform which is far more cost and time efficient.”
New Zealand providers included Carmel College, Rangitoto College, University of Auckland, Massey University, ACG Education, Ara Institute of Canterbury, Southern Institute of Technology, Toi Ohomai, WelTec & Whitireia, Eastern Institute of Technology, Manukau Institute of Technology, Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology, and more.
Braving traffic in Manila on the ENZ Bus
At the Chinese International School Manila
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International education contributes $5.1 billion to New Zealand
Announced by Education Minister Chris Hipkins, the figure consists of $4.8 billion attributed to international students visiting New Zealand and $0.3 billion to education and training goods and services delivered offshore. This places international education (onshore and offshore delivery) as New Zealand’s fourth largest export industry.
The report, based on 2017 data, also shows that 49,631 jobs are supported by the international education sector.
ENZ Chief Executive Grant McPherson says the figures reflect the hard work of education providers, government and everyday New Zealanders who welcome international students into their homes and communities.
“While economic contribution is one positive aspect of international education, it also brings a range of social and cultural benefits.
“This is reflected in the International Education Strategy, which sets out a path for the future of New Zealand’s international education sector focussed on offering an excellent student experience and building a sustainable sector that provides benefits for all New Zealanders.”
National infographics, as well as regional infographics covering Northland, Auckland, Bay of Plenty (including Tauranga, the Western Bay of Plenty and Rotorua), Waikato, Taranaki, Manawatu, Whanganui, Wellington, Hawke’s Bay, Nelson-Marlborough-Tasman, Canterbury, Otago (including Dunedin and Queenstown) and Southland, are available here.
A factsheet with further detail can be found here.
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Prime Minister meets Kiwi students in Singapore
Last week the Prime Minister announced the 249 young New Zealanders who have been awarded prestigious Prime Minister’s Scholarships for Asia (PMSA) and Latin America (PMSLA) as part of the August 2018/19 round.
She congratulated the new round of awardees in Singapore, where she met a group of 11 current PMSA recipients and reflected on the value of young Kiwis having international education experiences.
The Singapore-based awardees at the event included Louis Martin (25) who is carrying out a four-month internship with Asia Internship Program (AIP), Nicolas Steyn (20) who is on a one semester exchange at the National University of Singapore, and Lucy Kenner (22) who is undertaking a 12-week legal internship at Providence Law Asia.
“Ongoing academic relationships and new business opportunities are two things we are seeing result from the scholarship programme,” Jacinda Arden said in the announcement release.
“Our awardees are welcomed and supported by diplomatic communities in New Zealand and offshore, which we also value.”
John Laxon, Regional Director – South and South East Asia, Middle East, said that Friday’s event during which the Prime Minister chatted and mingled with the group of Kiwi students showed how international education can be life changing.
“Our scholars gave great insights into how they have created lifelong connections through their PMSA experiences, which will enrich their lives and strengthen their careers,” said John.
“The Prime Minister enjoyed the discussions, which brought back memories of her own exchange student experience at Arizona State University.”
Applications for the next round of PMSA and PMSLA opens mid-January and must be submitted online by 30 March 2019. More information on the application process can be found here. Institutions are encouraged to contact ENZ to discuss potential group applications.
The PMSA recipients’ names from the August 2018/19 round can be found here. The PMSLA recipients’ names from the August 2018/19 round can be found here.
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Chinese students engage with My StudyNZ WeChat
In October, ENZ brought My StudyNZ to WeChat, a social media platform with more than one billion users.
Students enter their study intentions into the programme and receive suggestions of institutions or courses that closely match. This enables ENZ to drive high value leads to New Zealand institutions and ENZRA agents from China.
Lucia Alarcon, ENZ’s Digital Programme Manager, said as ENZ has had a WeChat account since 2014, it made sense to build on the existing social community which is easier for Chinese students to use than the China version of the Study in New Zealand website.
“It has enabled us to engage with students in a more personal way, and to share tailored information. It also provides a more seamless user experience for the student, allowing them to assess study options using their mobile phones, and to contact institutions directly if they want.
“While it’s early days, we’re already seeing high-quality leads coming through.”
My StudyNZ China has gained strong interest from Chinese students, particularly those with an interest in tertiary and secondary institutions:
ENZ’s efforts in China have included a media campaign using WeChat banner ads with Future Proof key messages and an invitation to join ENZ’s social community on WeChat. Seen by more than three million prospective students and parents so far, this has helped increase ENZ’s WeChat followers by 25 percent.
“Our Future Proof Campaign and Wechat development are part of a wider programme of work in China. As we continue investing in our China audience, we will also find new ways to reach students and share useful information personalised to their study plans,” said Lucia.
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International students learn about sustainability
As part of the English Language School’s commitment to sustainability, New Horizon students are taking part in regular tree-planting days, with the planted trees then being named after individual students.
Through a connection with Fresh Air Forests, a sub-group of Habitat Biodiversity and Pest Management Limited, students now not only plant trees but also receive certificates with the coordinates of their exact tree, so they can track its growth and progress in real time once they return home.
Student Issaree Homjun is a big fan of the initiative saying she enjoyed the combination of being outside and “doing something good for the planet.”
Lindsey Scott at New Horizon College said that while the experience itself is enjoyable, it’s the drive to keep New Zealand’s environment healthy and beautiful that is the biggest motivator.
“It spreads the message of environmental responsibility, which is one of New Horizon’s core values,” Lindsey said.
“Students are not only improving their English language skills but are making a tangible contribution to the wider Hawke’s Bay community.”
New Horizon’s plans to promote sustainability don’t end here.
“We’re starting a ‘bags not’ movement, aimed at significantly reducing single-use plastic bags. This sits alongside opportunities for our students to participate in local community projects organised by the Regional Council and Forest and Bird.”
A focus on the environment is also being woven into the teaching programme at New Horizon College.
“We’re launching a new course called English and the Environment. Environmental concerns are of course of significant international interest. We’ll focus both on what we’re doing well but also on identifying areas for improvement, and how we might share ideas with other countries.”
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Around the world in five
GLOBAL
Engaging with international schools as a distinct recruitment channel
Direct contact with college counsellors in international schools is key to boosting recruitment of high-calibre students into universities.
UK
University applications rise amid Brexit uncertainty
A record number of 63,690 applicants from outside the EU are applying to study at UK universities, which is an increase of 9 per cent compared to last year.
JAPAN
Outbound short-term mobility continues growth
Short-term study abroad programmes continue to see growth in Japan with more than 105,000 students choosing one in 2017, spurred on by its government’s internationalisation agenda.
US
Real estate is the new gateway to the Ivy League for international parents
Wealthy parents of international students are beginning to see buying expensive apartments in the United States as not only an investment in real estate but in their children’s education.
GLOBAL
Instagram and international students: How do universities use their accounts?
Five strategies that universities are using on Instagram to successfully influence international student decisions.
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India webinars for providers and agents
The industry webinar for New Zealand education providers will offer market updates and insights while exploring innovative ways of engaging with the Indian market. ENZ’s India team, along with local industry experts, will also familiarise New Zealand institutions with why collaborations and partnerships are crucial for success in India.
The agent webinar will aim to improve the profile, and agent understanding, of the benefits of a New Zealand education. It will provide updates on areas of interest and key initiatives such as New Zealand school products, employment and career pathways and undergraduate university degrees.
ENZ’s India country manager, Jugnu Roy, said: “We see the agent webinar as a useful way for us to engage with student agent representatives and to empower them with the right knowledge and information to promote New Zealand.”
Please register below:
Industry webinar on Tuesday 19 March:
Agent webinar on Tuesday 26 March:
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ENZ launches Think New Grant
Education providers are asked to encourage their international students to apply.
ENZ’s Director Student Engagement, Kaylee Butters, says the grant is a way of encouraging international students studying in New Zealand and helping them meet their goals.
“In order to create a better future, we need new ideas, new solutions, and new ways of thinking. The innovative, practical, hands-on approach Kiwis take to education supports this, and is why so many international students come here.”
Applications open 1 March and close 10 March 2019 – so be quick.
The winner will be awarded a $5,000 Project Grant.
Applicants must be current international students with an established research or study project. They will need to meet criteria and submit a two-minute video.
ENZ is also looking for stand-out projects and students to be included in the next global campaign, which will be an evolution of the message from the 2018 ‘Future-proof’ campaigns.
“The Think New Grant will assist us in learning about what our international students are working on and achieving," says Kaylee.
