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  • From the Chief Executive: Encouraging progress across the sector

    Kia ora koutou,

    Earlier this month, Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ) released the latest international student enrolment data, which shows the sector’s recovery continuing at pace. The results reflect steady progress driven by the sustained effort of education providers, supported by ENZ’s brand and promotional activity in an increasingly competitive global market.

    This sense of progress was also reflected at the recent SIEBA hui in Christchurch, where there was a strong sense of collaboration and shared focus on rebuilding and growing the schools sector.

    There is also significant activity underway across our international markets. Recently, a successful famil brought China-based education agents to New Zealand, showcasing Christchurch, Tauranga and Hamilton, and connecting them with a wide range of providers including ITPs, universities, schools, economic development agencies and international education organisations. For many, it was their first visit to New Zealand, building firsthand understanding and confidence to promote a broader mix of providers.

    We’re also representing New Zealand at the NAFSA conference in Orlando this week, one of the world’s largest international education events. ENZ is joined by all eight of New Zealand’s universities, presenting a unified national profile and reinforcing New Zealand’s reputation as a high quality, innovative and welcoming study destination.

    In Malaysia, last month’s Study with New Zealand roadshow continues to build strong connections by linking providers directly with students, schools and government stakeholders, while supporting long-term partnerships and student pathways. 

    We expect this positive trajectory to be further supported by Education Minister Erica Stanford’s announcement to contract an independent organisation to help schools build capability in international education. The selected provider will deliver practical support to help schools enrol and support international students, lifting capability across the schooling system – including for those not currently hosting international students. ENZ will run the tender, manage the contract and report progress to the Minister.

    It’s encouraging to see New Zealand education continue to gain momentum. ENZ remains committed to supporting the sector with market intelligence and insights to help providers respond to emerging trends and target opportunities for sustainable growth.

    Ko te pae tawhiti, whāia kia tata; ko te pae tata, whakamaua kia tina.
    Seek the distant horizon; and cherish those achievements already won.

    Ngā mihi nui,
    Linda Sissons
    Acting Chief Executive

  • Supporting university recruitment and raising New Zealand’s profile in Viet Nam

    Building on the programme first introduced in 2025, NZUA 2026 is larger and more flexible. It continues to serve as a key tool for student recruitment and for building long-term connections in Viet Nam. 
     
    In 2026, there are 15 scholarships available, each worth NZD $15,000 for the first year of undergraduate study. The scholarships are offered at six New Zealand universities: University of Auckland, University of Waikato, Massey University, Lincoln University, University of Canterbury and University of Otago. The awards help universities connect with high‑achieving Vietnamese students for whom receiving a scholarship is both a major achievement and a source of pride. 
     
    The programme was first introduced following Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s visit to Viet Nam in 2025. It recognises students’ academic achievement, creativity and leadership, while showcasing the strengths of New Zealand’s university system. 
     
    A key feature of NZUA is that students can combine the award with other university scholarships (depending on each university’s rules). This helps make studying in New Zealand more affordable and strengthens New Zealand’s competitiveness in attracting undergraduate students. 
     
    The 2026 programme offers greater flexibility in entry requirements while maintaining strong academic standards. Applications are submitted online and require academic documents, an offer of place from a New Zealand university, and a short video introducing the student and their goals. 
     
    The awards have already generated strong visibility for New Zealand education, with coverage in major Vietnamese media. This helps reinforce New Zealand’s reputation among students, parents and education agents. 
     
    Applications are open until 12 July 2026. The successful applicants will be announced in early September followed by an awards ceremony in October.  
     
    Through NZUA, ENZ continues to work closely with New Zealand universities to build long‑term engagement in Viet Nam, support sustainable growth in student enrolments, and align scholarships with wider international education and brand goals. 

  • Have your say - 2026 sector survey now live

    The annual sector survey is an important way for ENZ to hear from New Zealand international education providers about how we’re doing, which services you value, and where you’d like to see more support.  

    Last year, your feedback highlighted the value of our offshore events and connections, as well as our insights work. You told us you wanted more transparency and more opportunities to provide feedback through our business planning.    

    We have worked hard to respond. This has included providing peak bodies with opportunities to check in during the planning process and asking for input on how ENZ's activities can best support the sector.  

    Your feedback remains critical in helping us improve how we support New Zealand’s international education sector – from our marketing and brand work to our insights and data offerings, to our offshore events and connections.  

    A survey link has been sent to education providers. Thank you in advance for taking part – we look forward to hearing your views. 

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