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  • Erasmus+ update - European partnership opportunities

    In a December 2013 edition of International Education News, we outlined changes to the European Commission’s education funding programme. The new programme Erasmus+ started on 1 January 2014 and will run until 2020 - the budget for the seven-year programme is EUR14.7 billion, a 40% increase on current spending. It has two categories for participation: ‘programme countries’, who are member states of the EU and other specified European countries, and ‘partner countries’, which is all others including New Zealand.

    The key point of interest for New Zealand is that Erasmus+ will fund international credit mobility exchanges (learner and staff exchanges) between European and New Zealand higher education institutions, without the need for co-funding. Approximately EUR 1.68 billion will be available to fund mobility with non-EU countries.  Applications are made by the European institution to their national agency – see below. 

    The deadline for this programme has been moved back, following some implementation delays, giving more time for New Zealand institutions to build or reinvigorate existing partnerships.  Applications are expected to be invited in September 2014. Funding is allocated to European national agencies, depending on factors such as population and previous uptake of student mobility funding, which means some key European markets for New Zealand will have the largest budgets: Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Poland and the UK.  

    New Zealand higher education institutions can participate in four parts of the Erasmus+ programme. Mobility programmes open later this year: 

    • International credit mobility - which will support 135,000 learner and staff exchanges between European and partner countries (within partnerships with a European institution)  – call for applications by European institutions is expected in September 2014 (closing in early 2015), and every year after.

    These programmes have closed for 2014, but might offer opportunities in following years:

    • Jean Monnet activities - which aim to stimulate teaching, research and reflection in EU studies worldwide – this is the only programme which New Zealand institutions can apply to directly, rather than via a partnership with a European institution.

    • Joint Masters degrees - developed with European institutions, open to institutions and students from anywhere in the world

    • Strategic partnerships and knowledge alliances - non-European institutions can participate if they can demonstrate added value for Europe.

    For more information, talk to your EU higher education partners, or contact Shelley Robertson (Brussels) or Ute Haug (Berlin) for help developing new relationships. 

  • ENZ agent seminars return to China in March 2026

    These events form a core part of the ENZ China Go-To-Market Plan and support New Zealand providers to strengthen partnerships, grow visibility, and boost student recruitment across a key market.

    ENZ will deliver three in-person agent seminars across China:

    • Shanghai – 23 March 2026, 2–7 PM
    • Guangzhou – 25 March 2026, 1–5 PM
    • Zhengzhou – 27 March 2026, 1–5 PM

    The seminars bring together providers, agents, students, and parents to showcase New Zealand’s education offering and strengthen recruitment networks.

    Please note: This opportunity is for New Zealand education providers only.

    ENZ Agent Seminar in Wuhan.

    Benefits for participating New Zealand providers

    For providers, the seminars offer:

    • Direct access to agents and prospective students interested in New Zealand.
    • Insights into regional market behaviour.
    • A platform to showcase their programmes, tell their story, and build visibility.

    These seminars help New Zealand international education providers to:

    • Grow inbound student mobility from a key market for New Zealand.
    • Strengthen institution-agent relationships.
    • Increase visibility for all subsectors, from schools to universities.
    • Support market diversification by expanding beyond tier-one cities.

    China remains New Zealand’s largest international education market, and each location in the seminar series list presents a unique opportunity for New Zealand providers.

    • Shanghai – A mature, premium market with strong demand and high expectations.
    • Guangzhou – The largest source province for outbound students, with broad agent diversity.
    • Zhengzhou – An emerging market with strong interest in tertiary pathways and high return-on-investment focus from parents.

    How to apply

    Key registration dates

    • Applications close: 5pm NZT, 22 January 2026.
    • Outcome notifications by 29 January 2026.

    Please avoid booking travel until registrations are confirmed.

    New application process

    This year ENZ is changing the way we invite applications for ENZ events, and we thank you for your patience while we make these changes.

    To apply for the China Agent Seminars 2026:

    1. Email the ENZ Events Team from your institution email address at events@enz.govt.nz with the subject line: “China Agent Seminars 2026 – Information pack request”
    2. Eligible New Zealand providers will receive an information pack, which includes:
      1. Full event details
      2. Eligibility information
      3. Instructions on how to submit an application
      4. A link to the online application form

    Applications must be submitted by 5pm NZT, 22 January 2026.

    Please note: Requests received between 24 December, and 11 January will be responded to from 12 January onwards. You will still have time to submit your application before the deadline.

     

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  • ENZ to increase investment in South East Asia

    General Manager International Peter Bull says New Zealand’s historic ties with the ASEAN region leave New Zealand well placed to grow and deepen its education activities as its nations develop and prosper at rapid pace. 
    “Recent fairs, events and several other business development initiatives in South East Asia have been very successful, with many leads for New Zealand’s institutions and business in progress. We want to build on this momentum by investing in more highly skilled and capable locally-based employees to support the fantastic team there already.”

    Previously managed as two regions by South Asia Regional Director Ziena Jalil and South East Asia Regional Director Izak Human, the new regional structure will take effect from 30 June and be led by Ziena Jalil, based in Delhi.

    Izak Human, who is based in Kuala Lumpur, will assist with the transition until September 30.  All the staff in ENZ’s offices in Delhi, Mumbai, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City will remain in their current positions.

    “I thank both Regional Directors for their significant contributions to our industry to date. Izak has supported, advised and helped to develop New Zealand’s international education activity in South East Asia for the last four years, and Ziena has played a major role in turning New Zealand’s second largest source of students, India, into our fastest growing market.”

    “I look forward to the opportunities ahead for ENZ’s newest region, but I also ask for your patience and support during this time of transition.”

    The location and role descriptions for the new South East Asia positions are still being determined and further updates will be provided in future issues of International Education News.

  • Get your earlybird tickets for SIEBA HUI 2026

    Join more than 450 school delegates, sector leaders, and education agency partners for three days of professional learning, collaboration, and connection at Under One Sky – SIEBA HUI 2026 from 12-14 May at Te Pae Convention Centre in Christchurch.

    The hui is designed to strengthen international education practice and partnerships across New Zealand schools.

    Agenda overview

    • Day one: SIEBA HUI Agent Forum — scheduled meetings, professional development, discussion time and an evening networking event
      (Education agents and schools)
    • Days two and three: HUI Conference Programme — sector strategy, leadership insights, practical workshops, collaboration, and awards night dinner
      (schools only)

    Whether you’re building new partnerships, refining strategy, or sharing best practice, the HUI offers a unique opportunity to step away from day‑to‑day demands and engage deeply with colleagues and sector leaders.

    Note: The Agent Forum is sold out for schools, with limited spaces still available for agents to register.

    Who can attend

    • Schools
    • Education agents (invited to Day one)
    • Exhibitors
    • Presenters
    • Key stakeholders

    Early bird tickets 

    Early bird tickets pricing has been extended to 13 March to give delegates more time to register.
    Spaces are limited – early registration is encouraged. 

    Programme updates

    A dedicated Programme Updates page for the SIEBA HUI is now live, providing details of confirmed session titles and presenters. This page will be updated regularly as additional sessions are confirmed in the lead-up to the HUI.

    We are currently working towards releasing the full HUI programme in early March and encourage you to check back often to stay up to date with the latest developments.

    View the Programme Updates page here.

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