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  • International education adds value across New Zealand

    The reports follow theEconomic Impact of International Education 2015/16 released in November 2016. While that research looked at the New Zealand-wide picture, the latest reports, commissioned by ENZ, detail mean living costs and tuition fees, the number of jobs supported and contribution to GDP in specific regions – covering Northland, Bay of Plenty (including Tauranga and Rotorua), Taranaki, Manawatu-Whanganui, Hawke’s Bay, Nelson Marlborough, Otago (including Dunedin and Queenstown) and Southland.

    As well as economic gain, the social and cultural benefits of international education have also been felt across the country – among students, teachers, families, businesses and communities.

    MetOcean Solutions, a Taranaki-based company specialising in oceanography and marine forecasting, has found enormous help in Mariana, an international student from Brazil. Dr Malene Felsing, MetOcean Solutions Science Communications, said Mariana’s cultural insights have been a big help for the company, which exports to South America.

    “Having Mariana on hand to tell us about the culture there, what kind of marketing people respond to, and how to foster relationships has been very helpful – and the fact that she speaks Portuguese is an added bonus,” said Felsing.

    In Whanganui, Rosie Austin, Director of International Students at Whanganui Collegiate School, said international students contribute to the wider community as well as within the school.

    “As members of the school choir, youth orchestra and jazz band, our international students are out and about performing for the local community. Some play in the Whanganui Orchestra, one has been invited to play in the New Zealand Junior Symphony Orchestra, and another in the recent International Flute symposium in Christchurch.”

    In Tauranga, Janelle and Brendan Mark are one of countless host families who welcome international students into their home each year. The Marks are currently hosting Aki, a 16-year-old from Japan, who Janelle and Brendan’s children, aged 8 and 12, particularly enjoy having in the home.

    “Aki has already taught them some Japanese and how to make origami," said Janelle.

    “She is a big part of our family and is going to be a hard one to let go of at the airport in December. Though I have no doubt we’ll do it again next year. It is a huge responsibility taking care of someone else’s child, but it’s a wonderful and rewarding experience.”

  • COVID-19: How ENZ is communicating to students, agents and providers

    On our own channels, ENZ’s communications with students are focused on the following streams of work:

    1. Keeping students updated with official government information about the COVID-19 situation in New Zealand, and how this affects them
    2. Supporting international students who are in New Zealand through this difficult time, with content to keep them connected and support their wellbeing.
    3. Keeping New Zealand top of mind for prospective students and providing information about studying here, so we are well positioned to recruit new students when the crisis period is over and borders reopen.

    Agents are a key audience for ENZ, as they are often a student’s first port of call when an issue comes up. Since February 2020, AgentLab has been our primary information channel for communicating with agents updates on COVID-19. The platform has 2,697 users, and has seen a surge in registrations (733 new) in the past three weeks alone.

    We recognise that New Zealand education providers are also communicating with their international students regularly. ENZ hosts a dedicated COVID-19 page for education institutions and stakeholders, and has developed messaging for international students at both a tertiary and secondary school level that providers should feel free to recut for their own channels.

    Finally, ENZ is communicating regularly with institutions and peak bodies through regular meetings and email updates. 

    ​What we’re doing on our student web platforms

    NauMai NZ is our central information for hub for international students in New Zealand. Here, students can find out how to access healthcare, open a bank account, find a rental property, and more.

    Since February, NauMai NZ has hosted a dedicated COVID-19 page that is regularly updated with key information relevant to international students.

    Beyond immediate information updates, our content focus on NauMai NZ for the next few months will be on creating new content to support international students throughout their time in self-isolation and beyond. Wellbeing will be a key theme, as well as helping students stay connected through sharing their stories.

    NauMai NZ COVID-19 information page

    The Study in New Zealand website has a banner at the top and midway down the page that directs to the NauMai NZ COVID-19 info page.

    Tohu the chatbot is available (who lives on the Study in New Zealand website, NauMai NZ and on Facebook Messenger) to answer a number of COVID-19 related queries.

    What we’re doing on student-facing social media

    Our strategy for our student social media pages is first and foremost to ensure COVID-19 information is easy to find for anyone who visits our social pages.  Across our student-facing Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook Group and Weibo pages, we have ‘pinned’ informative posts and links directing to the NauMai NZ COVID-19 page, for up-to-date, relevant information. On WeChat, we have a site tab with regular updated COVID-19 information.

    Over the coming weeks and months, our social media content will also focus primarily on supporting the wellbeing of current international students. We’ll be working with our Kiwi Ambassadors and other students to share their stories, experiences and tips, helping to keep students connected with each other.

    Student emails

    Most of the emails our marketing team sends out to students and prospective students are automated well in advance. It was therefore important for ENZ to review all of our emails to ensure they are relevant in the current national and international environment. 

    • We have paused all of our automated emails except enquiry emails that link prospective students through to institutions they are interested in.
    • We have emailed our current student and prospective student databases to acknowledge the situation and link them through to the NauMai NZ COVID-19 page.
      • Our key message here was that the safety and wellbeing of international students in New Zealand and New Zealand students who are overseas is our top priority at this time, and we look forward to welcoming new international students when borders reopen, and life starts getting back to normal.
    • We will be considering our ongoing automated email stream options over the coming weeks, and re-assessing any necessary content changes.

  • Update from Immigration New Zealand

    Visa processing update

    • From 01 January to 31 March 2025, student visas have been processed in 12 days (two and a half weeks) on average, compared to 24 days (five weeks) for the same period in 2024.

    • Currently, international student visas are being decided in 10 days (two weeks) on average. 

    • The tertiary sector’s mid-year intake is almost upon us, and students need to apply for their visas now.

    • Latest visa processing times can be found on the INZ website: Student visa wait times | Immigration New Zealand.

    Reminders from Immigration New Zealand

    The conditions of a student visa state that the visa holder must attend the programme of study at all times, at the place of study endorsed on the visa (unless there are genuine reasons for absences), and that they must make satisfactory progress in the programme of study.

    Immigration New Zealand (INZ) receive a number of applications from students in New Zealand, who have poor attendance and/or progress, without any explanation of why.

    If students do have poor attendance or progress, it is recommended that an explanation for this is provided up front with the application to avoid the need for INZ to request further information. This will prevent any delays in processing.

    If you are refunding an international student’s fees, then the ToE form should be filled out, regardless of whether or not the student’s visa has been sighted by the provider.

  • Winners announced for the NZIDRS scholarships

    Eight international research students have been awarded New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS), worth about NZD$100,000 each. The scholarships aim to attract and retain the best international researchers to New Zealand, and provide full tuition fees and a living stipend for up to 3 years.

    Keep an eye out in the coming weeks for more in-depth profiles on select winners.

    The 2016 awardees are:

    Family Name

    First Name

    Citizenship Country

    Title of Research

    NZ University

    Pham

    Thuy Trang

    Viet Nam

    Chemical synthesis using substrates available from biomass

    University of Auckland

    Tan

    Marion Lara

    Philippines

    Capturing citizens' perspectives on usability: mobile apps for disaster preparedness and response

    Massey University

    Chen

    Ting-Hsuan

    Taiwan

    Investigation of the regulatory mechanism of endogenous transposon (TE)activity in grapevines

    Lincoln University

    Prakash

    Khadka

    Nepal

    Interaction of drugs with lung surfactant monolayer and the influence of alveolar liquid crystalline nanostructures on dissolution of drugs

    University of Otago

    Amirpour Najafabadi

    Hamed

    Iran

    Investigation of polymorphic variation in the growth differentiation factor-9 gene (GDF9) in New Zealand Sheep breeds

    Lincoln University

    Jabbari

    Milad

    Iran

    Development of cold-formed steel portal frame system using the HRC connection

    University of Auckland

    Etemadi

    Hossein

    Iran

    Processing, Surface Engineering and Characterisation of Magnetic Hydrogels for Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Applications

    Massey University

    Lischka

    Alexandra

    Germany, Canada

    Metal contamination in the ecologically and commercially important New Zealand squids (Nototodarus sloanii), N. gouldi and Onykia ingens

    AUT University

  • Education New Zealand marks reopening of borders with new global campaign

    Denver Colorado, 31 May 2022: Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao at the NAFSA Conference in Denver, Colorado today revealed for the first time a new global marketing campaign emphasising New Zealand’s unique attributes for international students as the country opens for business on 31 July after two years of closed borders.

    Central to the campaign are the stories of eight international students from, China, Colombia, Germany, India, Japan, Thailand, USA, and Vietnam. The students share their experience of study and life in New Zealand, and the benefits that result from the weaving together of different cultures in a uniquely New Zealand way.

    Education New Zealand invited the eight students to work alongside world-famous Māori fashion designer Kiri Nathan to collaborate on designing a new type of education garment that embodies the cultural values that make a New Zealand education unique: manaakitanga (care of people), kaitiakitanga (care of place), and the pōtiki spirit of youthful energy and finding a better way. The narratives in the campaign are focussed on the students’ experiences and goals, and explore themes such as work and career readiness, sustainability, and innovation through collaboration. It is a campaign authentically rooted in Te Ao Māori values.

    “The traditional academic gown worn by students when they graduate is a symbol of achievement, capturing a snapshot in time,” says Ms. Nathan. “Our ‘kākahu’ (garment) symbolises not only this attainment, but most importantly the cultural journey these students have undertaken and will continue throughout their lives. Their experience in New Zealand has changed them, weaving and sharing the values of Te Ao Māori into the unique cultures of their own homeland. The final kākahu designs are a unique collaborative effort, globally-minded and inspiring – just like the students.”

    Kiri Nathan is best known for her extensive experience of the modern fashion world infused with her Te Ao Māori roots. She has developed pieces for international figures including Barack Obama, Beyoncé, and the Duchess of Sussex. As a Māori mentor running the Kāhui Collective, she has seen a significant number of NZ Māori fashion designers feature at the NZ Fashion Week, Guangzhou Fashion Week, Hong Kong Fashion Week, and the Fiji fashion week. She also led a delegation to China to meet high level fashion networks and create pathways to market.

    More than qualifications

    At the core of the campaign is the concept that education with New Zealand is far more than the attainment of academic qualifications.

    “What we offer global students is an opportunity to experience something new, different, and ongoing,” says Education New Zealand Chief Executive, Grant McPherson. “It is a new perspective that redefines success in global education beyond degrees and academic achievement and builds greater understanding of the value of continuous learning throughout life.”

    “When you study with New Zealand, you’re invited to bring your whole self. You will benefit from New Zealand’s cultural values as well as our high-quality education that embodies innovation, practical learning, and preparing you for the future.”

    “But we also know New Zealand benefits too. We want students to bring their stories, their culture, and their perspectives so that we can learn from each other and build a future that is connected, strong and adaptable.”

    Across the eight kākahu three sustainable textile options have been used in their manufacture – upcycled commercial linen, sustainable wool from New Zealand mills, and deadstock from fabric wholesalers.

    The campaign was launched as part of Education New Zealand’s participation at the NASFA 2022, the world’s largest international education conference and Expo in Denver, Colorado. The campaign will roll out across New Zealand’s key partner countries from June 2, 2022 and runs for 12 weeks initially.

    The eight students:

    Hanbo Wang (Kevin), from China, studying Viticulture and Wine Science at the Eastern Institute of Technology​ in Hawke's Bay.

    Octavius Jones​, from the United States of America, a PhD student in the Te Kawa a Māui department ​at Victoria University of Wellington​. Octavius is studying digital storytelling, African and Māori studies.

    Tiara Das, from India, studying Science - Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Otago​ in Dunedin.

    Bryann Avendaño, from Colombia, studying Civil and Natural Resources Engineering at the University of Canterbury in Christchurch.​

    Hanna Watanabe, from Japan, is a ​Year 12 High School student at ​Rangiora New Life School, in Rangiora, Canterbury.

    Khanh Phuong LE​, from Vietnam, studying Law at Waikato University, Hamilton.​

    Atis Suksingha​, from Thailand, studying Commerce, majoring in International Business and Marketing​ at the University of Otago. 

    Malina Grube​, from Germany, studying Law at the University of Auckland, Auckland.​

    To learn more about our new campaign, visit I AM NEW on Study with New Zealand, and watch our campaign hero video below:

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  • Kiwi students encouraged to join leadership summit

    The Summit, now in its third year, is aimed at senior high school and first-year tertiary students. It is designed to celebrate the close relationship between sister cities in New Zealand and China by empowering the next generation of global citizens and leaders.

    From 13 – 19 July, the students will take part in workshops and work on projects about global citizenship, social responsibility, leadership and more while in residence at St Andrew’s College. The Chinese delegation will then visit Queenstown and Dunedin while hosted by Taieri College, showcasing our southern cities over four days.

    Last year’s Summit was awarded Best Youth Project 2018 by Sister Cities New Zealand.

    After previously running in the sister cities of Auckland and Qingdao, this year’s event will be hosted by Christchurch, sister city of Wuhan, and has been acknowledged as an official youth event for the China-New Zealand Year of Tourism.

    Further details and a registration form can be requested from summit@globalengagement.ac.nz 

  • Universities India Strategy strengthened through delegation visit

    A University of Auckland (UoA) delegation that visited India in late-November signed two strategic MoUs with tertiary institutions IIT Kharagpur and IIT Bombay.

    The high-powered delegation led by Professor Jenny Dixon, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Strategic Engagement), reinforced UoA’s long-term commitment to the Indian market.

    The MoUs outline frameworks for joint research in healthcare technologies, new materials, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, as well as collaboration on joint PhD programmes.

    John Laxon, ENZ’s Regional Director – South and South East Asia, Middle East endorsed UoA’s investment in academic collaboration and in-market representation.

    “The majority of New Zealand universities have in-market offices and institutional partnerships, which are vital in the Indian market. Universities that have invested in these areas are attracting high-quality Indian students, by offering market-relevant qualifications and enrolment processes.”

    The UoA delegation supports the Universities New Zealand (UNZ) India Strategy, announced in 2016. The Strategyhas helped lead to a 19 percent increase in Indian student university enrolments in 2017 and a further 18 percent increase in valid student visas in 2018, making India the fastest-growing university student market.

    During the visit, the UoA delegation also announced four new recipients of New Zealand Excellence Awards 2018/19 (NZEA). The awardees will receive partial scholarships for the Indian students to study their Master’s programme at UoA. NZEA is jointly funded by ENZ and all eight New Zealand universities. This third edition of the awards will support thirty-five scholarships, with the awardees scheduled to arrive for the February 2019 intake.

    Further India market intelligence and ENZ recommendations can be found on IntelliLab.

    Auckland delegation 2018

    New Zealand High Commissioner Joanna Kempkers, Deputy Vice Chancellor Professor Jenny Dixon, and successful New Zealand Excellence Award winners with faculty deans Professor Nic Smith (Engineering) and Professor John Hosking (Science).

  • Kiwi mobility in the GIC spotlight

    Brett Berquist, University of Auckland Director International, says while New Zealand counts 4.5 million people onshore, another 15% of Kiwis reside abroad. 

    “New Zealanders travel – for work, for study and for the joy of it. The Kiwi cultural phenomena of the ‘Big OE’ is a key part of this international experience.

    “In particular, New Zealand university graduates have among the highest mobility rates in the world. One in three domestic university graduates are overseas within seven years of graduation, and 41% of doctoral graduates are on their OE within five years of graduation, according to the Ministry of Education.  

    “Traditionally, the OE has been a post-graduation undertaking, but we see that the current generation is keen to begin their OE during study and are particularly driven by employability outcomes. Most Kiwis then return to our shores with new skills and experiences to contribute to our community and economy.”

    In 2017, the University of Auckland received more than 400 applications for 10 eight-week internships in Mumbai, India. Since then, more than 100 students have participated in global internships enabled through ENZ’s Prime Minister’s Scholarships, or self-funded. 

    “Demand is growing for global internships among our students. They understand the value of work-based learning opportunities and increasingly can see the connection to international experience also,” said Brett.

    This increasing interest in offshore learning experiences is encompassed in goal three of the New Zealand International Education Strategy – global citizenship.

    New Zealand representatives from the University of Waikato, Canterbury University, Victoria University of Wellington, Auckland University of Technology and the University of Auckland will present at the GIC on their own experiences in growing participation in global internships, including perspectives from student participants.

    These sessions will enable conference delegates to learn more about how New Zealand is engaging with global internships through analysis and case studies of different models for work-integrated learning being implemented across the country.

    The 2019 Global Internship Conference will take place on 2-5 July, bringing together more than 300 delegates from around the world to discuss integrating employability and internships with study. 

    To register or to find out more about the GIC, click here.

  • More website enhancements

    In this issue, we alert you to changes to the site’s navigation and content, and remind you about the content that is available in to our audiences in their local language.  

    New navigation

    The new tabs across the top of the website (see below) reflect the most popular content searches our prospective students make.

    The ‘Study options’ tab has only been in place for a month and already it’s ranking as the third most popular section of the website.

    Each section has a new landing page, designed to display the most popular content as clearly as possible to our student and parent audiences.

    New content

    Work rights and work ready pages have been developed, as we all know there’s always high demand for information around employment.

    These new pages complement the dedicated pages that recently went live for:

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    More languages

    Throughout 2014/15, studyinnewzealand.com progressed from a website that provided the same content to all markets in English language only, to one that now provides tailored content to each of ENZ’s ‘Promote’ and ‘Rebalance’ markets. In many cases, this content is provided in the local language.

    Since late September, content pages in the Chinese, Vietnamese and Thai languages have been accessible via the drop down menu at the top right hand corner of the studyinnewzealand.com homepage.

    Content is also now provided in Japanese, Arabic, Spanish and Portuguese. This content is only accessible by people in market at this stage.

    As more programme pages are rolled out in 2016, we’ll be able to provide you with a more detailed picture as to how referrals are tracking.  

    Why are these developments important?

    Effective digital marketing, and sharing relevant content, is critical in reaching prospective students and the people who influence their decisions. It’s also important for driving referrals to your websites and to agents.

    The target student audience for our marketing is the ‘Millennials’ – the first generation that has never known life without the internet. More than 90 percent of Millennials use the internet to connect with friends and to find information to help make decisions.

    A desire for Millennials to access relevant and useful information as readily as possible, and be motivated to seek more information from institutions and agents, is what drives these website developments.

    Audience testing, plus gap and data analysis, inform what kind of developments are made. All developments have the ultimate aim of driving referrals to institutions and agents.

  • Get involved in INZ’s Pathway Student Visa pilot

    Invitations to take part in the pilot were sent to over 500 primary, secondary and tertiary providers on the basis that they have a student visa application approval rate of 90% or higher for the 2014/15 financial year.

    INZ has not received replies from all the providers that were invited to participate in the pilot, and would like to encourage all eligible providers to get involved.

    INZ will resend invitations to eligible providers that are not already participating.

    If you think the previous invitation was sent to an incorrect email address, please email pathwayvisasfeedback@mbie.govt.nz to advise.

    What is a Pathway Student Visa and why should I offer it to my students?

    A Pathway visa allows a student to undertake up to three consecutive programmes of study on a single visa. The visa can be granted for a maximum period of five years.

    The programmes of study can be at a single education provider (e.g. Years 11-13 at a secondary school), or can be at up to three different providers (e.g. English language studies, followed by foundation studies, followed by a degree programme).

    In terms of funds, INZ needs to see that tuition fees have been paid for the first year of study or first course of study (whichever is shorter). Students must also prove funds to maintain themselves for the same period (the first year, or the first course).

    INZ does not need to see liquid funds for the subsequent years/programmes of study, but does need to be satisfied that the student will be able to fund the rest of their stay, e.g. their parents have a regular and stable income.

    More information on Pathway visas, including a list of providers that are already participating in the pilot, can be found on the INZ website.

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