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• International student enrolments top 59,000 for the first eight months of 2023

  The Minister for Tertiary Education and Skills, Hon Penny Simmonds, today released international student enrolment data for the first eight months of 2023. From January to August 2023 there were 59,306 international student enrolments* with New Zealand education providers, a 43% increase compared to the full year in 2022.   

  Minister Simmonds said, “Over 59,000 enrolments, in just eight months, confirms that international students continue to find New Zealand an attractive education destination. And for the university sector with 27,535 students enrolled, where a proportion of learners may study for a number of years, there is a solid base of students from which to grow.” 

  International student enrolments have grown in all subsectors except wānanga. Comparing 2023 to 2022, English Language Schools have seen the greatest percentage increase in international enrolments, increasing by 347% from 1,565 to 7,001.  Schools reported a 114% increase from 5,925 to 12,662. Te Pūkenga, a 32% increase from 4,955 to 6,560. Universities, a 15% increase from 24,040 to 27,535 and Private Training Establishments (funded and unfunded), a 13% increase from 5,000 to 5,671. 

  Universities and schools remained New Zealand’s two largest subsectors for international students.  

  As with all New Zealand’s competitors, China is the largest source market for international students. In the reporting period, China was 36% of enrolments, with India (10%), Japan (10%), South Korea (5%), and Thailand (4%) in the top five. 

  Minister Simmonds said, “It is a Government priority to diversify our recruitment efforts for international students with the aim of reaching a broader spectrum of countries.” 

  Final enrolment numbers for 2023 will be available shortly. 

  To access the latest data provided by the Ministry of Education, please use the public access link to Tableau here. 

  * One individual may enrol more than once 

   

   

  For further information:  

  Justin Barnett | Director of Communications, Education New Zealand   

  justin.barnett@enz.govt.nz  

    +64 21 875 132  

   

• Noteworthy education programme featured during Prime Minister’s Trade Mission to Japan

  Hot on the heels of the Prime Minister’s Trade Mission to Southeast Asia in April, relationships with our partner countries in the region continued to be strengthened for the benefit of the education sector during New Zealand’s most recent trade mission to Japan. This mission supported export sectors, including education, to engage with the Japan market and leverage emerging opportunities while advancing the New Zealand brand.  The inclusion of education in the high-level visit acknowledges its contribution to the government’s ambition to lift the value of exports.  

  The strong people-to-people links between New Zealand and Japan are noteworthy with high student mobility in both directions. Japan is the third largest source of international students for New Zealand according to 2023 international student enrolment data with the school sector making up the largest proportion of enrolments. Japan is also a top destination for New Zealand scholars with many joining the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) programme and in the most recent Prime Minister’s Scholarship for Asia group announcement, three groups were awarded scholarships for programmes in Japan. 

  The international education sector was represented by two delegates nominated by ENZ to participate in the full business delegation. Cheryl de la Rey, Vice-Chancellor University of Canterbury, attended as Chair of the Vice-Chancellor’s Committee on behalf of the wider university sector and John van der Zwan, Executive Director, Schools International Education Business Association (SIEBA). Unfortunately, John had to withdraw due to illness.  

  The education programme elements woven into the high-level visit included a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing, a visit by Mrs Amanda Luxon to a local Japanese school, and scholarship students participating in the New Zealand Sports and Business Leadership luncheon.  

  MoU between Massey University and a group of all-girls secondary schools  

  The Prime Minister promoted awareness of New Zealand’s world-leading universities among high schools in Japan through witnessing the signing of an MoU between Massey University and six all-girls secondary schools in Japan.  

   

  

  Prime Minister Christopher Luxon witnessed the signing of the MoU between Massey University and six all-girls secondary schools in Japan.

  The memorandum signing ceremony was held at the New Zealand Embassy in Japan on 18 June. The MoU will develop a special admission system, enabling Massey University’s foundation or bachelor’s programmes to accept outstanding students recommended by the principals of the Japanese high schools. Through this agreement, students who meet Massey University's English and academic requirements and receive a recommendation from their schools will be able to enrol in Massey University's bachelor's programmes. Students can graduate with a degree in three years from the time they start their studies.  

  Shelly Turner, Deputy Vice Chancellor represented Massey University in Tokyo at the MoU signing and said at the signing “Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University has a long-standing relationship with Japan, reflecting our commitment to fostering international education and cultural exchange, and more recently we have seen a growing interest in our full degree programmes.  

  “We are dedicated to providing comprehensive support to ensure our Japanese students thrive academically and personally. We recognise the crucial role of women and girls in tertiary education and are committed to empowering them to achieve their full potential during their studies, and transition to successful careers,” said Shelly.  

  The Japanese school Principals, including Japan Women’s University Senior High School Principal, Yumi Susuki also welcomed the new partnership.  

  “For the past 30 years, our school has deepened its understanding of New Zealand culture and society through language training programs in New Zealand. With the 2022 agreement between Education New Zealand and our school, and now the new special admission system with Massey University, we hope to build even richer relationships and empower our students to shape their future,” said Yumi.  

  The Japanese schools that signed the agreement participated in the 'New Zealand Education Familiarisation Tour,' co-hosted by ENZ and Air New Zealand in March 2024. During the tour, they found a high level of compatibility with Massey’s educational philosophy, wide range of academic options, future-oriented learning environment, and extensive support for international students. 

  Homei Elementary School 

  

  Mrs Luxon with teachers and students at Homei Elementary School.

  International education opportunities were also highlighted in a well-received visit Mrs Luxon made to Homei Elementary School on 19 June (affiliated to Japan Women’s University). It was Mrs Luxon's first trip to Japan and her school visit enhanced New Zealand's presence and reputation among all-girls' schools and universities in Japan.  

  In 2022, an Education Cooperation Arrangement between ENZ and Japan Women's University (JWU) and its affiliated schools including the Homei Elementary School was concluded to promote student and teacher exchange as well as gender equality and women’s empowerment.    

  From 2025, Homei Elementary School will send its first cohort of six graders (11-12 years old) to St. Margaret’s College for a short-term study and homestay experience.   

  Sports and Business Leadership Luncheon 

  The Sports and Business Leadership Luncheon held earlier in the programme on 17 June celebrated people-to-people connections and promoted New Zealand as an attractive study destination, including through the “Tobitate” scholarship programme.  

  The Tobitate programme, managed by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), sends students abroad and New Zealand has welcomed many students as part of this initiative. Ten Tobitate Alumni were invited by ENZ to attend the lunch in support of the New Zealand – Japan sporting ties and to promote education opportunities in New Zealand to the Japanese audience.  

  The Prime Minister’s remarks during the event celebrated ten years of the Game on English programme (which combines rugby and study in New Zealand for Japanese high school students), highlighted Fonterra’s contribution to its success, and announced Air New Zealand as a new sponsor.  

  

  Upcoming Events in Japan for NZ education providers 

  ENZ’s Acting General Manager International and Regional Director Asia (excluding China), Ben Burrowes accompanied the delegation and said he is looking forward to the upcoming ENZ events in Japan.  

  “The team is preparing to welcome providers to Japan later this year for the New Zealand Fair and Agent Seminars from 6 to 8 October.   

  “The timing of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s recent visit to Japan couldn’t have been better. We will look to further leverage this focus by continuing our work with the sector to promote New Zealand’s education offerings with prospective students, families and education stakeholders in Japan.”   

• Find out more about what international students think about their NZ experience

  Director of Insights for Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ), Marie Clark, and Student Experience Manager, Ross Crosson will be hosting a webinar on 22 August 2024 from 7-8pm NZST on the recently released 2024 Student Experience Survey results. The webinar is for anyone in our sector who is interested in delving more into the data.

  Marie and Ross will talk about the overall student experience for international students enrolled with a New Zealand education provider and where improvements can be made to enhance the international student experience. 

  You can register via the following link: https://enz.zoom.us/s/81600505051 

  If you can't make the live session, a recording will be available on Intellilab from Friday. 

  ENZ’s media release which includes links to the report and data sets can be found on our website - Rise in international students rating New Zealand experience positively » Education NZ (enz.govt.nz) .

• Update from Immigration NZ

  Improving how Immigration New Zealand processes Student Visa applications

  You may be aware that Immigration New Zealand (INZ) will move student visa applications onto its enhanced Immigration Online platform in the second half of 2025.  

  As part of this work, INZ is designing ways to improve the experience of applicants by:  

  • making it clearer which type of student visa to apply for  
  • improving information on the evidence requirements (especially financial evidence and demonstrating genuine, or bona fide intentions) and  
  • improving visibility of the progress of applications.   

  After initial designs are developed, INZ will test these with a group of students and nominees from education provider peak bodies that include:  

  • Universities New Zealand  
  • Te Pūkenga  
  • Schools International Education Business Association (SIEBA)  
  • Independent Schools NZ (ISNZ)  
  • Independent Tertiary Education New Zealand (ITENZ)  
  • Quality Tertiary Institutions (QTI)  
  • English New Zealand (Private and University English Language Colleges)  

  This work is centred around ways customers apply for student visas, and how INZ processes these. Substantive policy change is not part of this work.  

  INZ's focus is on implementing key improvements for students and the sector and ensuring a successful transition to its enhanced Immigration Online platform. 

• Apply now for early 2025 study

  It’s the busiest time of year for student visa applications at Immigration New Zealand.

  If students are coming to New Zealand for early 2025 study, they need to apply for their student visa now. Otherwise, they might miss out.

  Students must submit all the information needed when they apply. Our Student Visa Information Sheets on the Immigration New Zealand website have more information on what to include with a student visa application. If applications are incomplete, it will take longer or may be declined.

  Apply now on the Immigration Zealand website.

• Around the world in five

  Canada

  Why international students could be a critical factor in bolstering Canada’s economic resilience

  As Canada navigates strained relations and an escalating trade war with its largest economic partner, international education could be a critical factor in bolstering Canada’s resilience.

  China

  Push to speed up open-source AI adoption by universities

  The government is intent on speeding up development and adoption of open-source AI by higher education institutions, including setting up a government-led open-source collaboration platform, according to new plans shared by the Ministry of Education.

  Australia

  International student policy in the spotlight during Australian election

  Immigration will figure prominently as an issue in this election cycle, including policies related to international students.

  United States of America

  Sector leaders step up legal pressure on US government

  The President’s Alliance, along with 86 US institutions, has submitted a statement supporting the American Association of University Professors’ legal challenge against the administration’s student visa revocations and detentions.

  United Kingdom

  UK staff and course cuts ‘putting off prospective students’

  News of constant job losses and course closures across the UK sector is causing lasting damage to universities’ reputations and may inflict further financial harm by hitting student recruitment numbers, academics have warned.

• Student works on display

  Titled ‘Creative & Technical: Thai students & New Zealand’, the exhibition was curated by ENZ and showcases New Zealand’s study options in creative and technical disciplines through 18 pieces of student work.

  The exhibition, which was opened by the Rt Hon Prime Minister John Key as part of a programme of activities to further strengthen New Zealand’s relationship with Thailand, runs at the Thai Creative Design Centre (TCDC) on the sixth floor of Emporium mall until 25 November.

  Mr Izak Human, Regional Director Southeast Asia, says:  “Many of the works display aspects of both Thai and New Zealand culture and, reading the exhibition testimonials, it is clear that coming to New Zealand has had a significant impact on these students.”

  Each year, around 3,000 Thai students study in New Zealand in primary, secondary and tertiary education. The exhibition includes works from students studying at a range of levels in New Zealand from universities to institutes of technology and polytechnics, and private training establishments.

  Its opening was attended by distinguished guests, New Zealand educated alumni, representatives of New Zealand institutions and Thai media.

  Download the exhibition catalogue of student works.

• NZ education front page in India
  The story, an interview with Education New Zealand’s South Asia Regional Director, Ziena Jalil, was the result of a nationwide awareness-raising mission currently running in India. This includes joint media briefings with ENZ and Immigration New Zealand, and Indian news and education journalists visiting New Zealand. 

  The media work promotes New Zealand as a study destination and education business partner to influential Indian media that are widely followed by prospective Indian students and their parents. 

  Early results are pleasing, with extensive coverage highlighting the benefits of study in New Zealand. The media work has included regular feeding of stories, and two joint media briefings with Immigration New Zealand in New Delhi and Mumbai. More briefings are planned, covering the country from Chandigarh to Kochi.

  The combined approach with INZ has been a particularly successful feature of the mission, Ziena says. It is the first time the two agencies have fronted media together, and the effectiveness of the collaboration suggests it may be useful in other target markets. 

  “The media are also very interested to find out more about immigration related issues so it is great to have Nathanael Mackay, INZ Area Manager, to answer questions about visa processing times and work rights associated with student visas,” she says.

  “More than 11,000 students from India are currently studying in New Zealand, making India one of the fastest growing student markets for New Zealand. Our media work is a great way to raise awareness of the growing Indian presence in New Zealand as well as the business and education partnerships which are underway and in the pipeline.”

  February has been a busy month for Indian media in New Zealand too, with two specialist Indian education writers visiting.  

  Malini Sen, the editor of the Education Times (part of The Times of India), spent five days in early February meeting Indian students in New Zealand and touring universities, institutes of technology and polytechnics throughout the country. One student she talked to was Kevin D’Souza, a former advertising executive from Mumbai. Kevin enrolled in the MBA programme at the Auckland University of Technology after deciding he wanted to "skill up" while "spending more time with my family and enjoying the slower pace of life in New Zealand".  

  On 24 February the editor of Education Plus (the education supplement of The Hindu) arrives for a week’s visit. The Hindu is considered the most influential paper in India, with particularly strong coverage in south India. Archana Subramanium’s focus will be on the niche courses New Zealand has to offer, such as marine biology and geology. 

  Having journalists on the ground can provide surprising insight. A chat with border security staff at Auckland airport revealed a need for arriving students to have more information about the presence of Indian speciality food stores here, saving a lot of food confiscation in customs. Malini Sen promised to confirm to her Education Times readers that Indian foods are widely available in the multi-cultural country that is New Zealand. 

• International Student Barometer results

  What can we do differently to meet and exceed students’ expectations?

  The 2014 English Language Sector (ELS) and Private Training Establishment (PTE) International Student Barometer (ISB) surveys were commissioned by Education New Zealand to investigate the decision-making, expectations, perceptions and experiences of over 2,000 international students enrolled with New Zealand providers. 

  The ISB surveys also incorporate a global benchmark to provide an indication of how New Zealand compares to other countries offering English language learning and niche education such as that offered by PTEs.

  Overall, students rate their study experience in New Zealand highly – above the global benchmark for both sectors. Students’ inclination to recommend their institution is above the global average 2012 for the ELS, but slightly below the global average for the PTE sector.

  Interactive seminars for PTE and ELS providers were held last week as an opportunity for providers to delve a little deeper into the findings and examine best practice activity.

  Participants in both seminars were in agreement that the setting and meeting of expectations, and opportunities to meet and interact with New Zealanders were priorities going forward.  

  Other areas identified by participants for consideration included:

  • The need to address the sense of isolation from school and community that some students feel by facilitating involvement in community, cultural and groups and sports clubs.

  • Providing timely and accurate information to the student before they arrive in New Zealand, on the programme of study and on the New Zealand lifestyle and Kiwi culture.

  • With social networking sites ranking low in importance as an influencer for choice of institution should organisations rethink their marketing activities?

  • The provision of tailored pathways advice for students progressing to further study or into employment.

• New General Manager for ENZ

  Paul will shape and develop ENZ’s international marketing strategies and New Zealand education’s global brand, and oversee our channels to international markets, helping to realise ENZ’s business plan and strategy.

  An experienced General Manager, Paul joins ENZ from advertising agency FCB Wellington, where he has led the Wellington office for the past three years. He has more than 15 years’ experience in marketing strategy, digital marketing, international marketing and team management.

  Some of Paul’s recent award-winning campaigns at FCB include Inland Revenue’s Overseas Based Borrowers student loans campaign and the Electricity Authority’s What’s My Number campaign. He worked with the Ministry of Education to launch the inaugural Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards, and with the Open Polytechnic on their ‘Learning for an Open World’ brand repositioning campaign. Prior to these New Zealand-based roles, Paul worked for the Economist in London and then Asia, setting up the marketing department in Singapore and growing revenue from their publishing products. 

  ENZ Chief Executive Grant McPherson says Paul will work closely with ENZ’s international team and the industry in New Zealand to continue growing awareness of, and preference for, a New Zealand education in our target markets.

  “With the latest student visa dashboard showing first-time student visas are up 11% to date, Paul joins us at a time of continuing strong growth in international education.

  “His long-standing marketing experience will build on this momentum, taking our Think New education brand from strength to strength.”