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  • Code Camp gives Japanese students a taste of a NZ education

    ENZ delivered a one-day Code Camp on 11 July to 14 high school students at Waseda Jitsugyo School, using the Code Avengers platform to deliver coding lessons in English to the students and help them build a New Zealand-themed website.

    Code Avengers is a global EdTech company based in NZ that provides interactive, gamified online courses that teach a broad range of digital skills including computer coding, digital literacy, and design.

    The Code Camp was delivered in a hybrid format with two instructors onsite at the school and one instructor joining online. The day received positive feedback from students who not only enjoyed learning how to code using English, but also experienced New Zealand’s inquiry-based style of learning in a fun, collaborative environment.

    ENZ’s Director of Education – Japan, Misa Kitaoka, says there is plenty of potential for EdTech services in Japan.

    “While there is a general perception of Japan being technologically advanced, there is a lot of catching up to do when it comes to technology . As the Japanese government accelerates the promotion of digital education during the pandemic, Code Avengers meets the immediate demands of Japanese educators to teach Digital Technology and English language.

    “What makes Code Avengers unique is its user-friendliness, accessibility and affordability.”

    Coming up in September, ENZ is teaming up with Young Enterprise (YES), the North Asia Centre of Asia-Pacific Excellence (North Asia CAPE) and MEXT Tobitate (Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) to deliver a 3-day Biz Venture Programme.

    Twenty high school students from Japan and New Zealand will meet online for three days to develop business solutions to address social issues in Japan, including child poverty, gender equality and well-being, and exploring the themes of UN SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals).

    Like Code Avengers, YES has been supporting secondary schools across NZ to promote youth entrepreneurship registering more than 1,000 enterprises, some of which have a strong SDGs focus on their business solutions.

    Head of YES, Elizabeth Pittman says, “We are thrilled to offer our first ever entrepreneurship programme for New Zealand and Japanese students.

    “With New Zealand’s geographic isolation and relatively small population, many Kiwi businesses need to think globally from the start. The BizVenture programme will allow our students to understand the Japanese business context and increase their global competency.  New Zealand youth have such a strong interest in sustainability and improving social outcomes within their communities and abroad, and this challenge allows them to explore that interest in a business context.” 

    ENZ looks forward to continuing to exploring new modes of delivery and showcasing NZ education to key partners in Japan.

  • Under One Sky — SIEBA HUI 2026 (12–14 May, Te Pae, Christchurch)

    Where: Te Pae Convention Centre, Ōtautahi Christchurch  

    When: 12–14 May 2026 

    Theme: Under One Sky 

    Day one kicks off with focused, scheduled meetings, professional development and networking between schools and education agents. Days two and three will immerse you in keynotes, panels, and workshops designed to turn ideas into action.  

    Whether you’re forming new partnerships, shaping strategy, or sharing best practice, the hui offers a unique opportunity to connect with colleagues, engage with partners, and leave equipped with practical tools for growth. 

    Spaces are limited — register now to secure your place. 

    Who can attend 

    • Schools 

    • Education agents 

    • Exhibitors 

    • Presenters 

    • Other key stakeholders  

    Agenda  

    Day one: SIEBA HUI Agent Forum — scheduled meetings, professional development and evening networking event. (Agents and Schools) 

    Day two and three: Hui conference programme — sector strategy, insights, collaboration and awards night dinner. (Schools only) 

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  • Around the world in five

    CANADA

    Another step toward a new international education strategy

    The Canadian government has announced funding for a new international education strategy that will place emphasis on increasing the outbound mobility of Canadian students.

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    INDIA

    Making ‘Study in India’ a success

    A lack of infrastructure, funding constraints and a non-existent support system for international students are a few issues restricting 'Brand India' from making India an attractive study destination.

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    GLOBAL

    Humanism is at the heart of international education

    Refugee and at-risk migrant students are engaging in international education in different ways than traditional study abroad populations due to the mobility forced on them.

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    CHINA

    Increase in students researching study options 2+ years in advance 

    Students in China are increasingly commencing preparations to study abroad as early as two years in advance, basing their decision on factors such as expanding international knowledge.

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    JAPAN

    Education on AI proposed for university and technical college students

    A panel of experts has called for all university and technical college students in Japan to be given beginner-level education on artificial intelligence with the aim to boost AI research and development.

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  • Victoria offers world's first restorative justice MOOC

    Restorative Justice and Practice: Emergence of a Social Movement is the latest Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) delivered through VictoriaX, the VUW edX platform.

    The course will teach restorative practices while tracing how restorative justice has grown from small beginnings into a wider social movement for change across New Zealand, including in schools, families, workplaces and community agencies.

    Course instructor Professor Chris Marshall, Diana Unwin Chair in Restorative Justice in Victoria’s School of Government, hopes the platform’s global reach will amplify the course content. 

    “Restorative justice is a new lens for looking at the problem of human justice, conflict and wrongdoing. New Zealand has played a key role in this social movement by incorporating restorative practices into our justice, welfare and education systems,” said Professor Marshall.

    “This is a great opportunity for New Zealand to promote its pioneering role in incorporating restorative practices in our schools, which play an important role in student disciplinary regimes, as well as in improving student and staff wellbeing generally.” 

    The course is the third from VUW, which launched Antarctica: From Geology to Human History and New Zealand Landscape as Culture: Islands (Ngā Motu) last year.

    Restorative Justice and Practice: Emergence of a Social Movement starts 1 May 2018.

  • From the CE: From planning to implementation on growing international education

    Kia ora koutou,  

    It was wonderful to see the International Education Going for Growth Plan announcement in July coincide with positive student stories from regions such as Canterbury and the Waikato. These featured the rise in international student numbers across subsectors, and local councils celebrating international student achievements and community contributions. 

    This month we have turned our minds to implementation, with the launch of our Go-To-Market Plans. These plans focus on nine markets with the highest potential for growth: China, India, the United States of America, Sri Lanka, Viet Nam, the Philippines, South Korea, Japan, and Thailand.  

    The next step for ENZ is to develop ‘lighter touch,’ tailored plans for markets where we will maintain New Zealand’s strong presence and reputation for high-quality education: Germany, Brazil, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Chile and Colombia.  

    An incredible amount of cross-sector engagement has gone into progressing this work. I am grateful to education providers for the open and meaningful way you have responded over the past few weeks.   

    On 11 August, ENZ launched a new brand campaignNew Zealand Taught Me – that highlights stories of alumni of New Zealand, aiming to connect emotionally with the values and aspirations of globally-minded prospective international students.  

    Delivered at pace, this campaign is designed to reignite and heighten interest in New Zealand as a study destination, ahead of the full launch of a New Zealand global brand platform later in the year. If you have not seen the campaign hero video, you can view and reshare it off this link. 

    Next month, I will be attending the 35th European Association for International Education (EAIE) Conference in Gothenburg, Sweden, followed by the ICEF Monitor Global Summit in London, UK, where I will be sharing insights on students’ preferences for study in New Zealand and our plan to build international student enrolments over the next 10 years  

    Ko te pae tawhiti whāia kia tata, ko te pae tata whakamaua kia tina  

    Seek to bring distant horizons closer, and sustain and cherish those that you attain 

    Ngā mihi nui 

    Amanda Malu  

    Chief Executive 

  • NZIEC KI TUA 2024 programme now live

    Keynote speakers this year include the Minister for Tertiary Education and Skills, the Hon Penny Simmonds, Fanta Aw, CEO, NAFSA, Sir Ashley Bloomfield, and a special guest speaker from the 2024 Country of Honour – India.  

    Built on the Te Ara ki te Ao theme, the 2024 programme features sessions woven around sub-themes focused on –  

    Growth opportunities: How to sustainably grow international education exploring new products, services and markets while optimising technology. 

    Student experience: Explore all aspects of the student experience and ensure international students remain at the heart of our mahi. Insights and best practice to improve outcomes across the student journey. 

    Indigenous international education: How we take on the role of kaitiaki and foster indigenous-to-indigenous education relationships to give best effect. 

    Attraction and acquisition: Understand the unique value proposition of New Zealand education for impactful student recruitment through education agent engagement, international marketing, communications, market research and analysis and partnerships in education.  

    Market updates: Gain insights and updates from a range of global markets. 

    The conference also includes a range of engaging breakout sessions, including workshops and panel discussions hosted by experts across the sector, centred on the five sub-themes.   

    Check out the full programme here: https://www.nziec.co.nz/programme 

    We look forward to seeing you at NZIEC KI TUA 2024, register today: https://www.nziec.co.nz/registration  

  • Around the world in five

    CHINA

    International students from China need extra support, say experts

    US student agency WholeRen says Chinese students need extra support to succeed at universities, due to ‘only-child’ syndrome – Chinese students are typically a single child and come from a different education system, language and culture.

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    INDIA

    Demand for education technology in India is huge – the challenge is language

    There has recently been a sharp rise in India in the use of technology in education. Nick Cain, Project Manager (Education) at Google.org, talks about technology’s potential in providing quality education.

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    JAPAN

    Most international students opt to stay in Japan after graduation

    A survey conducted by the Japan Student Services Organization found that nearly three-quarters of international students in Japan at universities and other educational institutions remained in Japan to pursue employment or a higher degree.

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    MALAYSIA

    Malaysia’s education is outdated says new education minister Mahathir

    Malaysia’s new Prime Minister says the country’s teaching is “outdated” and wants to introduce online teaching so that Malaysians will be more computer-savvy.

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    UK

    Slow uptake in study abroad, but student profile increasingly diverse

    In 2017, UUKi launched a campaign to double the number of outbound international students by 2020. While the number in the latest report was near identical to the previous cohort, the findings revealed a more diverse range of undergraduates are choosing to study abroad.

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  • Around the world in five

    CANADA

    Faster student visa processing for four Asian countries

    Canada has launched a Student Direct Stream to make visa processing times faster for eligible students from China, India, Vietnam and the Philippines.

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    GLOBAL

    Let them talk: The power of student reviews

    Candid student reviews of study destinations and institutions have a profound impact on prospect engagement, search optimisation, and the overall effectiveness of the recruitment marketing effort.

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    US

    Soft power declines as number of international students shrinks

    The decline in international students studying in the US may mean a decline in the US’s soft power, according to two researchers at the University of Pittsburgh.

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    SOUTH EAST ASIA

    Ed-tech start-up raises $8.5 million from Malaysian investors

    An education technology start-up has raised $8.5 million as it aims to keep building its platform for hosting massive open online courses. The business has seven Australian universities and 30 Malaysian universities as customers.

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    UK

    UK relaxes visa rules for students from 11 ‘low-risk’ countries

    The UK Home Office has announced a revised immigration policy, no longer requiring student applicants from 11 countries to show proof for educational, financial and English requirements. The revised list does not include India, which The National Indian Students and Alumni Union UK has called unfair.

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  • Christchurch highlights regional education pathways

    Attracting more international students to come to Canterbury for secondary school study and stay on for tertiary studies has been the key focus of a nine-month project by ChristchurchNZ and Christchurch Educated, with support from Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao. 

    A series of education and career planning resources has been produced for school staff to help guide students along their study pathways. These resources, which are available as web pages, a downloadable pdf, and as printed booklets and activities, host important information and advice about tertiary study, while showcasing the three high-calibre public tertiary institutions in Christchurch. The response has been enthusiastic and International Directors at Canterbury secondary schools say they are already being used successfully to support current international students.  

    “I used the resources with my Year 11s the other day. It was an outstanding exercise. I used the planner and had them all so focused,” says Colleen Steyn, Director of Middleton Grange School's International College. 

    Video case studies are another essential marketing component of the study pathway project. The stories feature three young Chinese students talking about their education journeys, and why they love living and studying in Christchurch.  All three moved to the city in their mid-teens and discovered the Kiwi lifestyle and culture was the right fit for them.   

    Caroline Su has discovered a career in construction

    Caroline Su spoke little English when she arrived as a 15-year-old, nine years ago, and now she is helping Christchurch grow, through an exciting new role focussed on commercial renovation.   

    “The construction industry probably wouldn’t have been a possible pathway for me if I had stayed in China. The more self-directed style of learning here let me change my major when I discovered I wanted to be in construction. I wouldn’t have done that in China,” Caroline says.  

    Stella Liu is loving life and her teaching career in Christchurch

    Quan Zhou is studying for an agricultural science degree

    Stella Liu followed her passion as an early childhood teacher in Christchurch, while Quan Zhou is in his second year studying towards a Bachelor of Agricultural Science at Lincoln University. He is looking forward to starting his career and with Canterbury’s strong agritech sector, Quan is confident this will lead to a wide range of career options. 

    The project also launched an initiative to further strengthen relationships between tertiary providers Ara Institute of Canterbury, Lincoln University, and the University of Canterbury.  Each hosted a familiarisation event for international school staff and included an opportunity to meet with alumni and current students. The well-attended events received positive feedback and were a valuable experience for schools as well as the tertiary providers. 

    Stefi Porter, International Education Partnership Manager at ChristchurchNZ, says the project has opened doors to new conversations and collaboration between Christchurch Educated providers. 

    “This project has been a great opportunity to work together as a region to build back up after the challenges of the last two years.”  

    The project complements the strong Christchurch Educated community and will support the sector to build back collaboratively and more sustainably. 

  • Applications open for group Prime Minister’s Scholarships to study in Asia and Latin America 

    Applications from groups, institutions or organisation who can meet the objectives of the scholarship are welcome. Last year, successful group applicants included marae, whānau Māori trusts, tertiary providers, non-profit organisations and more. Applications close on 23 April 2023.   

    ENZ’s General Manager Sector Services, Sahinde Pala, says the scholarships are a wonderful opportunity for New Zealanders to gain transformational education experiences in Asia and Latin America. 

    “We love how the scholarships allow New Zealanders from a wide range of backgrounds to continue to add a global aspect to their learning, and make meaningful, often lifelong connections with people from other countries and cultures. 

    Applicants are invited to think differently about what overseas learning opportunities could enrich the lives of learners or members of their community, and how they contribute to New Zealand more broadly.”  

    The Prime Minister’s Scholarships are funded by the New Zealand Government and administered by Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao to support New Zealanders on learning experiences in Asia and Latin America. 

    The Scholarships’ group programme offers a flexible way to organise learning experiences in Asia and Latin America. Groups apply for a certain number of people, minimum of three, and once a programme is awarded, the organiser will run their own process to select the members who make up the group based on guidelines provided by ENZ. 

    Scholarship awardees from the 2022 group round have engaged in a diverse range of programmes, including customised indigenous-to-indigenous cultural exchange, advancing their language skills, learning new fashion design skills, and more.  

    Participants in a group programme simply need to meet the same eligibility requirements as individuals, including being a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident at least 18 years old at the date of applying. 

    Since its launch in 2013, the Prime Minister’s Scholarship programme has seen nearly 3,000 recipients, which helps New Zealand continue to engage with key partners in Asia and Latin America. 

    Applications for student groups from wānanga, universities, Te Pūkenga, private training establishments, iwi and other organisations will be open from 8 March – 23 April 2022, with successful applicants advised in early June. 

    More information is available on ENZ's dedicated scholarship website here. 

    A list of successful applicants from the 2022 group scholarship round is available here.  

    ENDS 

    Media contact: 

    Sai Raje 

    Senior Communications Advisor  

    021 479 649 

     

    Scholarship queries: scholarships@enz.govt.nz     

      

    Education New Zealand (ENZ) is a New Zealand Government agency dedicated to international education. ENZ promotes New Zealand as a study destination globally and supports New Zealanders to broaden their horizons through international education experiences beyond our shores. 

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