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  • Around the world in five

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    (L-R): ENZ General Manager – International Lisa Futschek, China Education Press Agency Vice President Zhenhai Lei, ENZ Chief Executive Grant McPherson, China Education Press Agency Education Counsellor Zhixue Dong. 

    NEW ZEALAND

    China Education Press Agency visit Education New Zealand

    A delegation of journalists from the China Education Press Agency visited ENZ’s Wellington office recently to learn more about our role in New Zealand’s international education sector. The meeting also covered New Zealand’s high-quality education offering, student wellbeing, pastoral care, ENZ’s NauMai NZ information portal for international students, and the potential of the vocational education reforms in New Zealand to attract vocational students from China to New Zealand.

    GLOBAL

    Platform links students with creative schools

    A new tech-enabled agency platform has been launched globally, allowing students to connect with creative arts and digital media institutions across destinations including Australia, Canada, the UK, the US and New Zealand.

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    CHINA

    China unveils new push for excellence in undergraduate programmes

    The Chinese government has outlined a plan to reform the quality of undergraduate teaching, courses and evaluation procedures at its universities in order to improve the employment prospects of students coming into the labour force.

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    AUSTRALIA

    Short-term study abroad boosts prospects

    More than four out of five Australian graduates participating in a survey believe short-term study abroad has had a “positive” or “extremely positive” impact on their career, according to a new report by the International Education Association of Australia.

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    GLOBAL

    Where exactly are we with AI in higher education?

    If 2019 could be defined by one term, it would be artificial intelligence. By 2030, AI is projected to contribute around US$15.7 trillion to the global economy, equal to the total output of China and India combined according to a recent PWC report.

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  • Refresh of ENZ Recognised Agency programme

    The ENZ Recognised Agency is a programme focused on identifying and engaging with proven, committed and ethical education agencies. It was re-launched in late 2018.

    ENZ is dedicated to increasing engagement with quality education agencies that have demonstrated a long-term commitment to promoting New Zealand as an international study destination and are successfully placing students at New Zealand education providers. 

    The Recognised Agency programme intends to allow ENZ to better, and more regularly, interact with high-quality education agents. While it is not a regulatory programme, it is anticipated that education providers and prospective students will have a higher level of confidence in the quality, expertise and commitment of a Recognised Agency.

    Recognised Agencies are able to display the above logo.

    Go to our StudyinNewZealand website to view the refreshed list. For queries regarding education agents, please email: agenthelp@enz.govt.nz.

  • New Zealand school sector approach to Viet Nam

    New Zealand school sector approach to Viet Nam presentation

  • By the numbers – Enrolment data and Perceptions survey

    Enrolment data 2018 

    • 117,276 international students enrolled in 2018 

    Enrolments by sector 

    • Schools – 22,276 

    • Private Training Establishments (excluding ELS) – 25,466 

    • English Language Schools (ELS) – 21,221 

    • Institutes of Technology/ Polytechnics (ITPs) – 17,240 

    • Universities – 31,529 

    What countries do international students come from?

    • China – 32% 

    • India – 14% 

    • Japan – 8% 

    • Korea – 5% 

    Other key enrolment findings 

    • University enrolments for international students are at a six-year high and the sector is now the largest receiver of international students (27% or 31,529). This is a 7% increase from 2017.  

    • International students studying in the school sector has also increased by 6%.  

    • The regional distribution of international students is also at a six-year high.  

    • There is a growing diversity in where international students are coming from, with the number of students coming from Latin America up by 7%.  

    Perceptions 2019 highlights 

    The Perceptions research shows us what New Zealanders think about international education and the perceived benefits it brings to the country and our communities. Here are some of the highlights from the report.  

    • Almost three in five Kiwis believe that international education positively contributes to New Zealand as a country, while over half believe it contributes at a community level.   

    • More Kiwis are seeing international education as positively contributing to New Zealand’s tourism, economy and economic growth, our international networks and trading connections and a multi-cultural New Zealand.   

    • The social, cultural and economic benefits that international education brings to New Zealand are widely recognised by the New Zealand public.   

    • 65% of New Zealanders recognise the benefits international education brings to New Zealand’s economy and its economic growth. This has increased from 56% in 2017.  

    • In the regions, 53% believe international education benefits the regional economy in comparison to 49% in 2017.         

    • More people are seeing the opportunity for international students to learn about New Zealand’s culture and way of life – 76% in 2019 compared to 64% in 2017.  

    Read the full report on Intellilab.

  • New Code of pastoral care for domestic tertiary students in 2020

    The Code means there will be a consistent approach to the welfare, safety and wellbeing and pastoral care of domestic tertiary students.

    This follows the Government passing new legislation (the Education (Pastoral Care) Amendment Act) and releasing details of an interim Code of Practice setting out the Government’s expectations of tertiary providers.

    The interim domestic tertiary code will be in place from 1 January 2020. It sets out a general duty of pastoral care that tertiary education providers have for domestic tertiary students, and specific requirements for providers that offer student accommodation. All tertiary education providers are expected to comply with the Code.

    International students already have a high level of pastoral care and support in place as set out in the Code of Practice for pastoral care of international students which includes safety, wellbeing and accommodation.

    International students are also supported by the International Students Wellbeing Strategy, which ensures government agencies work together to support international students to feel safe, well and welcome in New Zealand.

    In relation to student accommodation, tertiary education providers will be required to support the safety and wellbeing of students and improve the consistency of standards in student accommodation.

    From next year, the interim code introduces offences and penalties for serious breaches that will apply to providers and signatories to the Code for international students, including schools.

    There are no changes for international students as they continue to be well covered under the Code of Practice for pastoral care of international students.

    The Government will work with the sector in 2020 to develop a permanent on-going Code of Practice for 2021 and beyond. This will provide an opportunity to consider any improvements to pastoral care for international students to be introduced for 2021.

    Further information:

    Minister’s media release

    The Code of Practice for the pastoral care of domestic tertiary students

    More information on the Ministry of Education website

    The Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2016 is administered by NZQA who can, with the Minister’s permission, delegate administration functions to Universities NZ.

  • Coronavirus update for ENZ stakeholders

    National response

    The New Zealand Government says it is alert to the issue but not alarmed. The Ministry of Health advises the risk of an outbreak in New Zealand is low, but it is monitoring the situation closely. It will advise if any public health measures become necessary.

    As a precautionary measure, the Government is taking an all-of-Government approach with meetings starting today. ENZ is participating in these meetings, which are led by the Ministry of Health.

    International education sector

    We are working closely with the Ministry of Education to share information and communicate with the international education sector.

    To date, we have responded to some questions from education providers about the situation. We are monitoring issues, and developing responses and information for providers.

    We will provide further updates as needed next week.

    Key sources of information and advice are:

    Please contact us if you have any issues or concerns.

  • Coronavirus update for ENZ stakeholders

    We’re writing today to provide you with a further update on the coronavirus and its impact on the education sector.

     National response

    Education New Zealand is taking its lead from the Ministry of Health, who is monitoring the situation closely and will advise if any public health measures become necessary.

    At this time, the Ministry of Health has publicly advised the likelihood of an imported case in New Zealand is high, but the likelihood of an ongoing outbreak remains low. However, we recommend that you follow the below advice to keep your students and staff safe and well.

    ENZ update

    ENZ is working closely with Government agencies to inform and share the advice being developed.

    Please find below two updates on ENZ-led programmes based in China.

    Prime Minister’s Scholarship (PMS) recipients in China

    • The safety and wellbeing of New Zealand students in China is paramount. ENZ is contacting PMS recipients in China to check whether they’d like to come home or are comfortable staying in the current environment. ENZ will support their early return.
    • We’re reminding students already in China to follow SafeTravel guidelines. We’re also providing individuals and groups of students scheduled to travel to China with the latest advice.
    • ENZ is offering Prime Minister’s scholars who were planning to travel to China in the next three months the opportunity to defer their travel at this time.
    • We have been working closely with tertiary education providers as we work through these options.

    ENZ events in Asia

    • ENZ is reviewing the agent seminars scheduled to go ahead in China this March. We expect to be able to share our decision with the sector shortly.
    • Finally ENZ has set up an email address to receive sector feedback, questions and concerns – please email response@enz.govt.nz.

    Advice from the Ministry of Education

    • The Ministry of Education has released advice for principals, early learning services, tertiary and parents on keeping staff and students safe.
    • The Ministry is advising providers to err on the side of caution. Staff and students who are arriving from China, have recently travelled there, or feel they may have been exposed to coronavirus are to take the voluntary precaution of staying at home for up to 14 days. This would take effect from their last date of exposure or from the time they arrived in the country if they are unsure.
    • It is important to remember the safety and wellbeing of all students is of paramount importance during this period of uncertainty. As international education providers are aware, they have an important responsibility to ensure that students are well-informed, safe and properly cared for. For further information, see the Ministry of Health’s advice to principals or NZQA information.
    • For further guidance, including for homestay, hostel and other accommodation providers, see the Ministry of Education's information for the education sector, caregivers and whānau of learners.

    Health and travel advice

    • Keep yourself safe by following the World Health Organisation’s standard recommendations to prevent infections:
    • Wash your hands regularly
    • Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing
    • Thoroughly cook meat and eggs
    • Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness.

    Key sources of information are:

    •  MFAT’s Safetravel website As of yesterday, it advises New Zealanders do not travel to Hubei province due to the coronavirus and the associated travel restrictions imposed by the Chinese authorities.
    • Ministry of Health’s webpage on the Coronavirus. In addition:
      • The Ministry has released information for travellers arriving to New Zealand in English, traditional Chinese and simplified Chinese.
      • The Ministry encourages travellers who become sick within a month of their arrival to seek medical advice and contact Healthline (0800 611 116) or a doctor. It is important to mention recent travel to Wuhan and any known contact with someone with severe acute respiratory illness who has been in Wuhan.
      • The Ministry is also publishing border advisories on this page which it shares with border stakeholders.
    • The World Health Organisation (WHO) is providing situation reports, travel advice and advises on measures to protect yourself.

     Please contact us if you have any issues or concerns - response@enz.govt.nz.

  • Message from the Secretary of Education

    Tēnā koutou

    You will have seen that the Prime Minister has made an announcement this afternoon. It includes the following information concerning all foreign nationals travelling from, or transiting through mainland China:

    “The Government is placing temporary entry restrictions into New Zealand on all foreign nationals travelling from, or transiting through mainland China to assist with the containment of the novel coronavirus and to protect New Zealand and the Pacific Islands from the disease.

    This will take effect from tomorrow and will be in place for up to 14 days. This position will be reviewed every 48 hours.

    Any foreign travellers who leave or transit through mainland China after 2 February 2020 (NZ time) will be refused entry to New Zealand.

    Any foreign travellers in transit to New Zealand on 2 February 2020 will be subject to enhanced screening on arrival but, pending clearance, will be granted entry to New Zealand.

    New Zealand citizens and permanent residents returning to New Zealand will still be able to enter, as will their immediate family members, but will be required to self-isolate for 14 days on arrival back in the country.

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has also raised its travel advice to New Zealanders for all of mainland China to “Do not travel”, the highest level."

    The Ministry of Education, TEC, and NZQA are working together and we will provide you with information over the next couple of days regarding the Government’s announcement.  In the meantime please contact TEC, NZQA or the Ministry of Education with any questions or concerns. We will keep our websites updated.

    Please continue to refer to the Ministry of Health website for health advice and the latest information:

    Novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) guidance – Ministry of Health

    Everyone's health and wellbeing, including international students’, is important to us. While there are no confirmed or suspected cases in New Zealand at the moment, the Ministry of Health continues to encourage a precautionary approach and a focus on good hygiene. Please err on the side of caution and be alert, not alarmed.

    Thank you for your recent work and support helping our students, parents, staff and providers on this issue, I appreciate the complexity that the current situation causes. I know you all have the interests of our children and students as your priority.

    Nāku noa, nā

    Iona Holsted

    Secretary for Education

  • Register now for the Climate Action Network for International Educators (CANIE) Summit 2020

    It will take place entirely online on 21 May, with two separate sessions to suit attendees in different time zones. There will also be a discussion forum open for people to share their ideas.

    The programme’s sessions will feature presentations by international education practitioners from across the globe on topics like digital recruitment, flight guilt, and building sustainability into your institution’s business strategy.

    Co-founders of CANIE and summit organisers, Pii-Tuulia Nikula and Ailsa Lamont, say they were pleased to receive many high-quality presentation proposals on many of the sector’s hot sustainability issues.

    “A topic like digital recruitment is really big,” Nikula says. “It’s something a lot of people have been exploring, but now with all the restrictions due to COVID-19, it’s become a lot more important.”

    Read the full list of speakers.

    Nikula and Lamont say the CANIE organisation came together organically. Their membership is made up of practitioners who work in different areas of international education, but who all see the need for the sector to reduce its impact on the planet.

    “We hope this event sparks a larger conversation around sustainability,” Lamont says.

    CANIE was first launched at the 2019 New Zealand International Education Conference. Membership of CANIE is free of charge, as is registration for this year’s summit.

    Register for the 2020 CANIE Summit.

  • BELTA Seal Survey open now

    The online survey, run by the Brazilian Educational Language and Travel Association (BELTA) and co-sponsored by Education New Zealand, is a major review of Brazilian students that have chosen to pursue international education.

    This year’s survey is expected to be conducted with over 600 education agents and close to 5000 students. 

    This large sample offers a deep dive into the Brazilian international education market, indicating new trends, important decision factors for students, and highly rated education destinations.

    The survey is open now and will close on 29 February. You can share it with students and alumni by sharing this link.

    The results will be announced and shared with providers on 23 April.

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