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Privacy Policy
Overview
Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information responsibly.
We take the confidentiality of the information you provide seriously and follow ethical research standards, good statistical practice, and New Zealand legislation when collecting and using your data. This includes complying with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, which sets out how organisations must collect, use, store, and protect personal information.
This policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal information when you take part in the International Student Research Community.
By joining the Community, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. Please note that you can leave the Community at any time by using the unsubscribe link in any of our emails or by emailing us at researchcommunity@enz.govt.nz.
What information we collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal details (for example, name, email address, age, nationality).
- Study information (for example, education provider, level of study, location in New Zealand).
- Research responses (for example, survey answers, interview or focus group contributions).
- Technical information (for example, device or browser information when completing online surveys).
We only collect information that is necessary for research purposes and to manage your participation in the Community.
How we use your information
- We use your information to:
- invite you to participate in research activities
- understand international student experiences in/with New Zealand
- inform initiatives, activities and policy advice to improve New Zealand’s international education student experience and offering
- administer incentives (for example, prize draws or vouchers).
We will only use your information for the purposes for which it was collected, or for closely related purposes.
How we store and protect your information
We take reasonable steps to ensure your information is:
- stored securely (using protected systems and access controls). Survey data may be stored offshore by the technology provider we use to run surveys. ENZ remains responsible for protecting your information and takes reasonable steps to ensure it is handled in line with New Zealand privacy requirements
- protected from loss, unauthorised access, or misuse
- accessible only to authorised ENZ staff and trusted research partners.
Where we use third-party research providers, we ensure they meet appropriate privacy and security standards.
Sharing your information
Your information may be shared with trusted third-party providers who support ENZ in delivering research, and with New Zealand government agencies for legitimate government functions, research, or policy purposes.
These organisations must:
- use your information only for agreed purposes
- protect your information in line with privacy requirements.
We do not sell your personal information.
Research confidentiality and reporting
Research findings may be reported both internally and externally. Your individual responses will:
- be combined with those of other participants
- be analysed to identify trends and insights
- not be reported in a way that identifies you personally.
Where we include quotes or case studies, these will be anonymous unless you have given explicit consent.
Your rights
Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:
- access the personal information we hold about you
- request correction of your information if it is incorrect.
We will respond to requests in accordance with legal requirements.
How long we keep your information
We retain your information in keeping with the Public Records Act 2005 (including ENZ’s Disposal Schedule). After this, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.
Leaving the Community
You can leave the International Student Research Community at any time by:
- using the unsubscribe link in our emails
- contacting us directly.
Once you leave, you will no longer receive research invitations. Your information will be removed or retained only as needed for previously completed research.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact ENZ – privacy@enz.govt.nz.
If you’re unhappy with how we’ve managed your personal information or responded to your concern, you can raise this with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (New Zealand).
Updates to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.
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Government delegation from South Korea visits New Zealand to reconnect with several of our education providers
New Zealand and South Korea have strong education links and one unique partnership is the education cooperation under the Korea-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (KNZFTA) which has historically included education programmes for Korean school and tertiary students.
The visiting delegation included representatives from the Korea Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MAFRA), the Korea Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF), the Korea Agency of Education, Promotion and Information Service in Food, Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (EPIS) and Korea Fisheries Resources Agency (FIRA), the implementing agency for the MOF-funded project.
The delegation was welcomed to the ENZ Wellington office with a mihi whakatau on their first day. ENZ, Ministry of Education (MoE) and Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) colleagues joined together for waiata and kai with our Korean guests.
Following a welcome and mihi whakatau in Wellington, the group travelled on to Nelson where they visited Te Pūkenga Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) and Nayland College. The visit to Nayland College was an opportunity for the Korean representatives to gain a better understanding of the pastoral care for school students and the unique offerings such as outdoor education and horticulture programmes.
Kay Lee, ENZ Senior Market Development Manager – Korea, said it was important for the Korean delegation to experience firsthand the welcoming and safe environment of New Zealand schools to regain confidence in the Schools Visits Programme.
“After the COVID-19 pandemic, the Korean Government was concerned about sending students, especially younger students, overseas to study particularly on scholarship programmes because parents wanted assurance their children will be well looked after. In the debrief with the Korean representatives, it was clear they gained confidence from speaking to the New Zealand institution representatives around the procedures and systems in place to support students.”
“We hope that this renewed confidence will mean that we start seeing Korean government scholarship school students studying in New Zealand again in the near future”.
High on the agenda during the delegation’s visit were the School Visits and Tertiary Training Programmes, both of which were affected significantly during the pandemic.
From 2016 –2019, the School Visits Programme provided 150 high school scholarships per year for South Korean students from rural areas to attend New Zealand schools for eight weeks. The Korean Government planned to continue the Schools Visits Programme with its own funding in 2020, however, the programme was cancelled due to travel restrictions during the pandemic.
An alternative programme was run by MAFRA and MOF from December 2022 which involved short-term English Language Training for school students in Korea with three New Zealand teachers travelling to Korea to teach English (Read about their experience here).The Korean organisers have decided to run the English language programme in Korea again with six New Zealand teachers traveling to Korea to teach English in January 2024.
Nayland College demonstrated manaakitanga by welcoming the group to rainy Nelson but provided an Asia Kiwi lunch complete with meat pies and sushi!
Like the Schools Visits Programme, the pandemic interrupted tertiary programmes and the revised programme ran in January 2023 with short term group programmes. The site visits in November to Te Pūkenga NMIT and Lincoln University provided an opportunity to discuss the institutions’ proposals to host Korean tertiary students in January 2024.
Also discussed was the importance of reciprocity and it was noted that Korea is a popular destination for New Zealanders under the Prime Minister’s Scholarship for Asia (PMSA) scheme. Since 2016, the scheme has awarded scholarships to 196 individuals or groups for study, intern or research programmes in Korea. Lincoln University, in particular, has been successful in facilitating group PMSA programmes focused on agriculture to Korea.
Dr Mark Burdass, Aquaculture Programme Coordinator and Tutor, introduces the hands on learning in the aquaculture programme at Te Pūkenga NMIT.
At the conclusion of their visit, the Korean delegation expressed their gratitude to the institution hosts for making their time in New Zealand memorable and valuable through fruitful discussions. The delegation emphasised the importance of conducting these meetings in person and visiting the campuses to meet with institution staff and academics. The ENZ Manapou ki te Ao team is pleased to continue close cooperation with our Korean education partners to facilitate connections with New Zealand education providers for the education programmes.
If you are interested in finding out more about the education initiatives originally outlined in the KNZFTA, you can read about this in a 2016 E-News article here - New opportunities for New Zealand and Korea.
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Around the world in five
Asia
The government of Hong Kong has announced ambitions to become an international hub for post-secondary education with measures including an increased quota for international undergraduates at public universities, more scholarships and work rights for postgraduate students.
North America
Canada is set to introduce a “recognised institution” framework, through which colleges and universities with a positive record of vetting and supporting international students may be eligible for fast-track study permits. This comes after over 100 Indian students faced potential deportation earlier this year after their admission letters to Canadian colleges were found to be fake, which the students were unaware of.
Middle East
A British school in Abu Dhabi that has been rated outstanding by the Emirate's school regulator for promoting the UAE's national identity said it has weaved elements of the country's culture, history, heritage and, Arabic language into its UK curriculum. The British International School Abu Dhabi is home to 2,080 pupils from 96 countries, with one in five pupils at the school being Emirati.
Europe
According to the Irish Higher Education Authority (HEA), In 2022/23, Ireland set a new all-time high for the number of international students studying at Irish universities. 33,480 students were enrolled at Irish universities last year, an increase of nearly 12% compared to 2021/22, according to the report. Furthermore, India’s student population in Ireland has grown by a significant 17.8%, reflecting a surging trend.
Africa
South African business schools are a higher education success story and champions in terms of higher education on the African continent. Though competing for students, they display a strong ethos of collaboration, generated by a sense of shared purpose to upskill a “new” country. These schools show the power of collaboration, common purpose, and internationalisation outlook.
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Aotearoa New Zealand reinforces strong presence at NAFSA 2026
Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ) participated in the NAFSA 2026 Annual Conference & Expo in Orlando, Florida (26-29 May), joining all eight New Zealand universities under the conference theme ‘Global by Design’.
Together, the delegation presented a unified national profile, reinforcing New Zealand’s reputation as a high-quality, innovative, and welcoming study destination.
As the world’s largest gathering of international education professionals, NAFSA brings together thousands of delegates from more than 100 countries, providing a critical platform for global engagement, partnership-building, and sector leadership.
For New Zealand, this annual presence remains essential – ensuring strong global visibility, strengthening enduring institutional relationships, and positioning the country as an active, forward-looking partner in shaping the future of international education.
Two presentations highlighted New Zealand’s leadership across key sector priorities.
Associate Professor and Assistant Vice-Chancellor (Mātauranga Māori), Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington, Meegan Hall, presented ‘He Whenua Whakapiri: The Aotearoa New Zealand Model for International Student Belonging’. Her session explored how culturally grounded approaches can strengthen belonging and student success, emphasising connection, identity, and community as core to the international student experience.
“NAFSA provided a valuable space to share our distinctive Aotearoa New Zealand approach to international education, grounded in relationships and Māori values. It was a privilege to present and connect with colleagues from around the world who are committed to equitable and inclusive global engagement,” Meegan said.
In a separate session, ENZ’s Director of Engagement (North America), DuBois Jennings, represented New Zealand on a panel titled Impact of Country Partnerships on US Study Abroad Engagement alongside representatives from Germany and Portugal, exploring the US Gilman Scholarship Programme. The discussion focused on expanding access to study abroad and increasing participation from underrepresented students.
New Zealand was the first country to formally partner with the US Department of State’s Gilman Programme and will celebrate a decade of partnership in 2027 – reflecting a shared commitment to equity in international education. Jennings noted that this focus naturally aligns with New Zealand’s national approach, where inclusive pathways and tailored student support are a core priority across the sector.
Together, this collective effort marked another strong showing from New Zealand universities at NAFSA.
ENZ’s Regional Director Americas, Europe & Gulf Cooperation Council, Natalie Lulia, said New Zealand’s presence this year at NAFSA reflected the values that underpin both our society and our education system.
“Through partnership, care, and a strong sense of responsibility to our students, we’re able to achieve what is often rare at a country level. It’s this shared foundation that shapes our offering and strengthens our global voice,” Natalie said.
