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  • Changes to the New Zealand Traveller Declaration Process

    Travellers arriving into Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown Airports can now complete a digital declaration. Everyone travelling into New Zealand needs to complete a New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD). 

    The NZTD collects travel, customs, immigration and biosecurity information and aims to improve the safety and security of New Zealand. 

    It’s free and needs to be completed for each traveller, including babies and children.

    Key information about the online declaration process:  

    • Everyone travelling into New Zealand needs to complete a declaration.
    • It is free and you can do it on the online form or the NZTD app.
    • A declaration needs to be completed for each traveller, including babies and children.
    • You can start your digital declaration at a time that suits you. The earliest time you can submit your declaration depends on whether you are travelling by air or sea.
    • Your declaration is linked to your passport and is checked when you arrive at the eGate or by a border officer.
    • There is a paper declaration form available for travellers who cannot complete it online.
    • If you are a New Zealand visa or NZeTA holder, you still need to complete an NZTD as well.

    For more information and to access the form, please visit this website: New Zealand Traveller Declaration 

  • Summer in NZ

    The student retention workstream, a key focus of the Government’s Recovery Plan for international education, has delivered new resources, partnerships and online activity to support international students (and providers) over summer.

    Alongside the Summer in NZ initiative, ENZ has been facilitating Instagram Live sessions on social media focused on the themes of wellbeing, employability, skill development and keeping students connected with one-another. For the schedule, visit the Summer in NZ page on the ENZ website, and watch on the StudyinNewZealand Instagram account (@studyinnewzealand). Further sessions will continue over summer.

    A Tencent livestream with the theme of how to spend your summer in New Zealand was hosted by students on the NauMai NZ WeChat mini programme. Another two upcoming livestreams in the new year will feature how Chinese students are spending their summer and celebrating Chinese New Year in New Zealand.

    ENZ has also partnered with LinkedIn and secured a number of LinkedIn Learning licences. We are now offering these to international students, via providers, free of charge to use over the summer period. This platform is used by education providers across the world to complement their existing courses.

    ENZ has also been working with AFS New Zealand to deliver the Global Competence Certificate. The first course facilitated by Massey University began at the end of November. The next course begins 1 March – find out more and sign up here: https://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/about-massey/events/afs-nz-global-competence-certificate/afs-nz-global-competence-certificate_home.cfm

    New NauMai NZ pages, developed in conjunction with providers and regional networks, have been added to NauMai NZ (under Summer in NZ), providing advice and information on activities and opportunities to engage and connect students over summer. Students whose programmes are finishing this year are also being encouraged to consider further programmes of study in New Zealand.

    The Your Great Kiwi Summer Fair was held at the end of October. The audience was highly engaged, with initial feedback reporting that the fair was a useful source of information. Feedback will help inform future events with international students in New Zealand.

    Since the fair, Northland Inc and Study Auckland have launched BeKiwi, a one-stop digital platform for international students looking for travel and volunteering experiences in the Northland and Auckland regions.

    We understand this summer will be a very different one for many international students. We thank you for your support and encourage you to continuing sharing this information and these resources with them, as we stand together with our international students to make the most of their time here.

  • Connecting institutions to a global audience

    SiNZ is a powerful tool to capture the attention of high-quality international students. In the year to June 2017, more than 1.5 million people had more than 2 million sessions on the SiNZ website.

    To help increase the number of international students that SiNZ directs to institutions, ENZ’s digital team is working with institutions to better convey their value propositions.

    Lucia Alarcon, ENZ’s International Digital Project Manager, says the first step has been contacting institutions to update their contact details on SiNZ.

    “We have had a great response so far, with almost half of the institutions we contacted engaging promptly,” said Lucia.

    “ENZ referral traffic performs better than other sources of traffic so having SiNZ traffic referred to institutions increases conversion opportunities.”  

    Lucia said future communications will encourage institutions to update their SiNZ profiles, providing them with tips and advice to make a stronger profile. 

    “We’ll also keep them updated on our future plans for SiNZ, such as upgrading our search platform so it does an even better job of conveying institutions’ value proposition to international students.”

    “We’ll also carry out a survey to find out how we can improve the referral process.”

    For information on how to list an institution on SiNZ, email info@studyinnewzealand.govt.nz

  • Changes to visa processing

    Celia Coombes, INZ Sector Manager (Education) advises that during consultation, INZ received a number of submissions from providers and education peak bodies. All feedback was analysed and incorporated into the decision making process, and resulted in some changes to the proposals, such as retaining the processing of Chinese student visas China and expanding the Risk and Verification function.

    “Rather than being processed geographically, visas will be processed by customer sector such as business, education and tourism,” said Celia.

    “This will enable INZ to enhance focus on its customers by delivering customer excellence in a digital world and to effectively leverage the investments INZ has made in technology and infrastructure.”

    INZ will be communicating with the education industry regularly over the next 18 months as it transitions to the new model.

    Immigration New Zealand (INZ) wishes to thank all those who provided feedback on its proposed operating model changes in September 2017.

    For more details, including indicative timeframes for INZ Office closures, please see the media release on INZ’s website: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/media-centre/media-releases/immigration-changes-will-result-in-more-staff-in-new-zealand

     

  • NZIEC 2018: Theme and call for speakers

    ENZ warmly welcomes presentation proposals from across the global international education industry for the 27th NZIEC. Submissions are welcome on any topic relating to the international education industry. Check out the guidelines for presenters and submit your proposal on the NZIEC website. Our call for speakers closes on Friday16 March 2018.

    Conference theme: Inspiring Global Citizens 

    ‘We must no longer consider ourselves
    as citizens of the cities or countries in which we live,
    but we must consider ourselves citizens of the globe.’

    In this time of rapid change and globalisation, international education has a vital role in equipping our society with the skills needed for the future. New Zealand is ideally placed to address this need. We rank first in The Economist Intelligence Unit’s Worldwide Educating for the FutureIndex for our ability to equip our young leaders with the critical thinking, collaboration and global awareness skills they need to succeed in an increasingly internationalised and technology-driven world.

    The 27th New Zealand International Education Conference and Expo (NZIEC) will explore how international education can build on this strength to equip and inspire our students, educators and professionals to become the new wave of global influencers and leaders. Our international education industry can help change the world.

    NZIEC 2018 will explore the following questions:

    1. How do we inspire and develop the next generation of global citizens?
    2. How can we harness technology to enhance our international education marketing, offering and practices?
    3. How can we forge leading-edge education products, services and technologies that will be in-demand in existing and future global markets?
    4. How can we connect the value of international education to our diverse communities?
    5. How can we work together to ensure international education contributes to New Zealand’s future development? 

    NZIEC 2018 will feature five breakout streams. Check them out here.

    About NZIEC 2018

    The New Zealand International Education Conference and Expo is the annual conference for New Zealand’s international education industry. NZIEC 2018 will be held at Te Papa Tongarewa on Thursday 9 and Friday 10 August and is expected to attract 700 delegates. Registration will open in May 2017. For more information, check out www.nziec.co.nz. We hope to see you there!

  • Empowering early career scientists through New Zealand-Germany research collaboration

    The third funding round of the New Zealand-German academic exchange programme, known as the Programmes for Project-Related Personal Exchange (PPP programme), has enabled five New Zealand research projects to undertake research with academic partners from Germany.

    The following universities have formed partnerships:

    • University of Auckland and University of Paderborn
      Topic: Preparing students for a data science future using innovative teaching  

    • University of Auckland and the Technical University of Dortmund
      Topic: The development of contextual visual processing in the Ebbinghaus: illusion in children and its underlying neuronal basis (EBBI-KIDS) 

    • University of Auckland and University Medical Centre Hamburg-Eppendorf
      Topic: Perspectives of equitable medical education: a comparison between Aotearoa New Zealand and Germany

    • University of Canterbury and Westcoast University of Applied Sciences
      Topic: Younger generations as reflexive agents of change: Motivating Generation (Gen) Z to participate in the voluntary sector

    • University of Otago and Helmholtz Munich
      Topic: Modulation of central GIPR signalling to increase health during ageing

    The programme invited researchers to think of a project that would particularly benefit from working with German academic counterparts. Research projects will run from 2025 to 2026, with work taking place in both New Zealand and Germany. 

    Acting Regional Director, Americas & Europe, Natalie Lulia, said the programme aims to strengthen the relationships between New Zealand and German academics and institutions.   

    “It opens up New Zealand researchers to a global network of academics.  

    “Since the programme’s beginning, we’ve seen awardees think forward and explore possibilities of further collaboration with their research partners” she said. 

    The PPP programme was established in 2021, when ENZ and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding.   

    The bilateral agreement between ENZ and the DAAD enables young academics to further their careers and expand their international research links. ENZ contributes funding to support New Zealand researchers, while the DAAD supports German researchers to travel to New Zealand.  

    Find out more about the PPP programme by visiting the dedicated page on our website. 

    You can also contact Olga Elli, Associate Director of Engagement, Europe at europe@enz.govt.nz. 

  • From the CE: A uniquely Kiwi education

    Tēnā koutou katoa –

    I’m extremely proud to have introduced ENZ’s Māori name this year: Manapou ki te Ao. It truly sums up our work and values: Manapou means supporting and sustaining life, enabling growth and progression, while ki te Ao means to the world. That’s our role in a nutshell – enabling all students to gain the skills and knowledge to grow and contribute to the world.  

    And that’s been our focus this year. Together with the sector and other government agencies, we’re working towards the goals of the International Education Strategy – to ensure students who come to New Zealand have a high-quality, uniquely Kiwi education, and that they feel welcome and flourish.  

    Here’s a roundup of some of our latest work to help achieve this:   

    We’ve been developing tools to support students while they’re studying here. Our new student-focused website NauMai NZ embodies manaakitanga. It offers practical and trusted information for students new to New Zealand, on everything from bank accounts to water safety to mental health. And it decodes the mysteries of Kiwi slang! To date more than 20,000 students have visited the site. 

    We’ve been promoting a New Zealand education through our new brand message, I Am New, which encourages students to think independently and to ask questions. Ask New Anything, our new marketing campaign, reinforces that. It’s where prospective students can ask real students real questions about what it’s like to study here, and receive an authentic, unscripted answer. Take a look at the videos on YouTube. New Zealand’s education providers and ENZ Recognised Agents are very welcome to use these resources in their own marketing. 

    Our new joint work programme with Immigration New Zealand is helping to increase numbers of decision-ready applications from students coming into the immigration system. This will help improve processing times, reduce pressure on the system and attract genuine students.  

    In addition, we’re working with stakeholders from across government, the sector and providers to ensure international education is fully considered in the vocational education reforms. We’re also working with the New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology (NZIST) to develop a strong global marketing platform to promote New Zealand as a destination for quality vocational education. In the interim we’re working closely with ITPs to support the message to students and agents that it’s “business as usual” for international students. 

    Finally, we often talk about the benefits of international education in terms of economic, social and cultural benefits for New Zealand and New Zealanders. But for me, international education is much more than that – it’s personal.  

    That’s because I’ve been an international student and because, together with my family, we have been privileged to host several college-aged international students from Japan and to become their New Zealand family. Likewise, many of my colleagues here at ENZ have been international students or hosted students or had family members studying abroad. So, we understand first-hand manaakitanga, the richness that cultural diversity brings, and the strong and enduring bonds that are formed.  

    At the end of the day, international education is about nourishing and enriching the young manuhiri in our care as they live and study among us, far from home. 

    So in closing, I wish you and your extended families the compliments of the season and a happy New Year. I’m looking forward to working with you next year to provide a uniquely New Zealand education and experience to those choosing to study here, and to ensure more young New Zealanders take up the opportunities to study abroad. 

  • What’s new on The Brand Lab this month?

    The ENZ Brand Lab is a rich source of images, videos and other marketing tools to help our industry partners promote New Zealand education.

    Orientation images and vox pop videos

    ENZ visited one of our local university campuses over orientation to find out how new international students were enjoying their first days of study in New Zealand.

    We asked students to answer three questions about their experience so far. You can find these videos on the Brand Lab by searching “Vox pops”. Or share the videos directly from our Facebook page by following the links below.

    To find the images from this shoot, go to the Brand Lab and search for “Orientation”.

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    To find the images from this shoot, go to the Brand Lab and search for “Orientation”.

    Future Proof video

    The Economist Intelligence Unit ranked New Zealand #1 in the world for preparing students for the future. ENZ’s Future Proof Yourself video features international alumni sharing how their New Zealand education helped to prepare them for the future. The video has been very popular across our social media channels and has been viewed more than 30 million times.

    To share the video on your own channels, search “Future Proof” on the Brand Lab or share directly from our Facebook page.

    Register for the Brand Lab

    It is quick and easy to register for the Brand Lab. Simply go to www.thebrandlab.enz.govt.nz and complete the registration form.

    If you haven’t visited the Brand Lab in a while, please note that we migrated to a new website mid-way through 2017. The new Brand Lab is much easier to use with improved search functionality. If you haven’t used the new site yet, you will have to register again. 

  • NZIEC 2018 showcases global citizenship

    Two Ministers attended: Minister of Immigration, Hon Iain Lees-Galloway, spoke about the Government’s changes to post-study work rights for international students, and Education Minister, Hon Chris Hipkins announced the International Education Strategy 2018-2030. Both Ministers spoke of the Government’s confidence in the bright future of New Zealand’s international education future.

    Master of ceremonies, award-winning journalist Miriama Kamo, kept conference moving with humour and poise. She interviewed three international students on their experiences living and studying in New Zealand.

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    Yuki Sugito from Japan came to New Zealand after being interested in the All Blacks at the 2015 World Cup. Ada Wang from Nanchang, China, who is studying a Master’s degree at Victoria University, told us about the case she took to the Tenancy Tribunal and won. Angelique Viola talked about leaving behind a business and career in her native Philippines to study accounting at WelTec. All three are enjoying their lives and studies in New Zealand – and Kiwi food featured strongly, most especially their love for fish’n’chips.

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    We learned from Shanton Chang about the digital journeys of international students. And we became one of New Zealand’s top trending topics on Twitter.

    Delegates enjoyed a taste of Brazil at the NZIEC Carnival on Thursday night. 

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    NZIEC Country of Honour host, Brazilian Ambassador HE Paulo Camargo, spoke movingly of the connections between Brazil and New Zealand. 

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    Surprise poet Karlo Mila delighted guests by pulling together two days of intense discussions in a poem specially commissioned for NZIEC 2018.

    The largest number of industry presenters inspired, debated and informed delegates across six breakout streams providing new insights for improving the student experience, making a mark online, collaborating to win – and more.

    And delegates took up the plentiful networking opportunities with gusto – many a korero was observed in the conference environs!

    ENZ gratefully acknowledges all our conference partners and exhibitors, including Lead Partner BPO Intelligence, Premium Partners Vodafone New Zealand and OKNZ and Southern Cross Travel Insurance, Partners IDP IELTS Australia, QS and Western Union, Media Partner The PIE News, Programme Partner AFS New Zealand, Espresso Partner StuMagz and Country of Honour host, the Embassy of Brazil in New Zealand. Thank you one and all.

    If you missed the opportunity to connect with our partners or exhibitors at conference, you can do so through the NZIEC website. 

    Conference delegates can provide feedback on conference through the conference app. If you have any suggestions for next year, please don’t hesitate to email nziec@verve.co.nz. 

    NZIEC 2019 will be held at the SkyCity Convention Centre on 7-8 August 2019. The theme will be ‘Navigating Our Changing World’.

    We look forward to seeing you in Auckland for NZIEC 2019!

  • Individual applications for PM’s Scholarships for Asia and Latin America now open

    “Following on from the successful group applications, the Prime Minister’s Scholarships for Asia and Latin America are now open to individual applications, and this is the only opportunity for individuals to apply in 2022,” Grant McPherson, Chief Executive, Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao said.

    These scholarships enable talented New Zealanders who are passionate about supporting local and global communities to add an international dimension to their learning and develop their global citizenship competencies and networks.

    “We welcome diverse applicants from all stages and walks of life - you don't need to be a current student, and you don’t need top grades. We are looking for applicants who can display qualities like cultural awareness, initiative, and confidence. Previous scholarship recipients have come from a wide range of backgrounds and have studied in a range of fields, including environmental science, languages, law, the arts, and business.”

    More than 2,400 Kiwis have benefited from the programme since 2013, contributing to New Zealand’s ability to engage with key partners in Asia and Latin America.

    The Prime Minister's Scholarship is open to New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who are at least 18 years old at the time of application and have been a resident in New Zealand for at least 12 of the previous 24 months.

    Scholarship funding can be used to cover, for example, tuition fees to undertake a course in Asia or Latin America, flights to and from Asia and Latin America, living and accommodation costs, travel and medical insurance and visa fees.

    More information is available on the Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao scholarship website here. Applications close on 31 August 2022.

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