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India Today
09-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
New Zealand sees 34% rise in Indian student enrolments in just one year. Here's why
Indian students are increasingly choosing New Zealand as their study destination, as the country offers a combination of world-class education, post-study opportunities, and a high quality of to Education New Zealand (ENZ), student enrolments from India rose by 34% between January and August 2024, reaching 10,640, up from 7,930 in the full year of 2023. New Zealand, with its English-speaking environment and progressive policies, has rapidly emerged as a strong are the reasons why more Indian students are choosing New Zealand for overseas education:1. QUALITY EDUCATION AND GLOBAL RANKINGS New Zealand is home to eight universities, all of which are ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2026 Top these, the University of Auckland ranks #65, followed by other leading institutions such as the University of Otago (#197), Massey University (#230), and Victoria University of Wellington (#240).The country offers strong academic and research opportunities across a wide range of disciplines, including Data Science, Engineering, Fintech, Nursing, Business Analytics, Hospitality, and Education.2. SAFETY, WELL-BEING AND AFFORDABILITYNew Zealand ranks highly on international safety and quality-of-life indices. It placed #12 in Global Finance's 2025 Happiest Countries list, is #3 on the Global Peace Index, and topped Remote's Global Life-Work Balance Index 2025 for the third year terms of cost, international students typically spend between NZD 20,000 to 40,000 annually on education, making it a more affordable choice than the US or UK, and comparable to Australia and Canada. According to Education New Zealand (ENZ), student enrolments from India rose by 34% between January and August 2024, reaching 10,640, up from 7,930 in the full year of 2023. 3. STRONG EMPHASIS ON PRACTICAL LEARNINGNew Zealand's education system is known for its practical, hands-on learning approach. Universities often collaborate closely with industries to ensure that course content is aligned with real-world skills and market Indian students seeking job-ready education and internships that lead directly to employment, this industry relevance is a major attraction.4. SIMPLIFIED DEPENDENT VISA OPTIONSFor Indian students who are married or have families, New Zealand offers a relatively student-friendly dependent visa policy. Spouses of postgraduate students can apply for open work visas, and children can access local holistic approach to international student life makes the transition easier for those who plan to move with their STRONG SUPPORT SERVICESNew Zealand universities offer robust international student support services—from dedicated advisors and academic counselling to mental health support and career high level of personalised attention makes Indian students feel supported throughout their journey, both inside and outside the classroom. New Zealand is home to eight universities, all of which are ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2026 Top 500. 6. EXPANDED POST-STUDY WORK RIGHTSOne of New Zealand's biggest draws is its flexible post-study work visa (PSW) policy. Students who complete at least 30 weeks of Master's or Doctoral-level study can stay and work in the country for up to three 2024, the policy was expanded to include stackable qualifications. This allows students to complete a 30-week Postgraduate Diploma (Level 8) and then pursue a shorter Master's, still qualifying for the full PSW of March 2025, the unemployment rate in New Zealand stands at 5.1%, adding to the appeal for graduates seeking job STRONG TIES WITH INDIAIndians now make up 11% of international university students in New Zealand, making them the second-largest international student group after the enrolment of Indian female students in New Zealand universities has doubled between 2023 and 2024, according to IDP Zealand has also been investing in educational partnerships with India. In 2024, Education New Zealand signed collaboration agreements with key Indian institutions including GIFT City, IIM Ahmedabad, and the Karnataka State Higher Education Council, aiming to strengthen academic and strategic Zealand has fast become a preferred destination for Indian students, offering world-class education, flexible work opportunities, and strong cultural growing enrolment, strategic partnerships, and supportive policies, it presents a safe, affordable, and rewarding pathway for Indian students seeking global academic and career success.- Ends
NDTV
08-07-2025
- Business
- NDTV
More Indian Students Choosing New Zealand For Overseas Education. Here's Why
As Indian students look overseas for academic and career advancement, New Zealand is emerging as a key destination of choice. While countries like the US, UK, Canada, and Australia have traditionally dominated the study-abroad landscape, changing global education policies and student priorities are prompting a shift toward newer, stable destinations. Among them, New Zealand is gaining traction for its quality education, post-study work oppoutnities, and high living standards. Surge in Indian Enrolments According to Education New Zealand (ENZ), enrolments from India rose by 34% between January and August 2024 - from 7,930 in 2023 to 10,640 in 2024. Indian students now make up 11% of all international university enrolments in the country, ranking second after Chinese students. Notably, data from IDP Education shows that the number of Indian female students in New Zealand universities doubled between 2023 and 2024, highlighting a growing preference among students seeking safe and supportive academic environments. High-Quality Education Across Disciplines New Zealand's eight universities are globally ranked, with all listed in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Leading institutions include the University of Auckland (ranked 65), University of Otago (197), and Massey University (230). These universities offer strong programmes in various fields such as Data Science, Engineering, Fintech, Business Analytics, Nursing, Hospitality, and Education. Affordable Education and Living Costs The cost of studying in New Zealand ranges between NZD 20,000 (Rs 10,26,953) to 40,000 (Rs 20,53,906) annually for international students, which remains competitive compared to the US and UK, and on par with Australia and Canada. With manageable living expenses and access to part-time work rights during study, the country offers a cost-effective option for Indian students. Flexible Post-Study Work Options One of New Zealand's key draws is its flexible post-study work (PSW) policy. International students completing at least 30 weeks of a Master's or Doctoral programme are eligible for a three-year PSW visa. In late 2024, Immigration New Zealand extended these benefits to students pursuing shorter, stackable postgraduate qualifications - allowing those completing a Postgraduate Diploma followed by a Master's to access full work rights. As of March 2025, the country's unemployment rate stood at 5.1%, offering a favourable outlook for graduates entering the job market. Focus on Bilateral Educational Ties New Zealand is also strengthening institutional ties with India. In 2024, Education New Zealand signed partnership agreements with Indian institutions and state agencies including IIM Ahmedabad, GIFT City, and the Karnataka State Higher Education Council. These collaborations aim to foster research, student exchange, and academic cooperation. Quality of Life and Community Support Beyond academics, New Zealand ranks high on global indices of peace, happiness, and work-life balance. It placed 12th on Global Finance's 2025 Happiness Index and has been ranked third on the Global Peace Index. The country also topped Remote's Global Life-Work Balance Index for the third consecutive year. With over 270,000 people of Indian origin living in New Zealand, students benefit from a culturally familiar environment and supportive diaspora networks.
GMA Network
27-05-2025
- Business
- GMA Network
New Zealand to promote long-term residency pathway for PH scholars
Boats are moored in waters in front of the Auckland skyline, New Zealand in this file photo. New Zealand is currently working on promoting possible long-term residency pathways for Filipino students with scholarships there. Michael Bradley/ AFP New Zealand is currently working on promoting possible long-term residency pathways for Filipino students with scholarships there. At a media event at Makati City on Tuesday, Education New Zealand (ENZ) Acting General Manager International Ben Burrows said that one of their key strategies is a targeted digital campaign that intends to boost New Zealand's educational sector to Filipinos, including promoting study pathways that can lead to long-term residency in the country. The offer is specifically targeted to students taking up greenlist programs, or the top three skills shortages of civil engineering, agriculture, and education in New Zealand. 'This supports ENZ and our government strategy to diversify our international student base, and also align our marketing activities with our immigration needs. So, we align the education goals with what our prospective international students are looking for and what our national skill shortages are… For us, that's a huge win-win, a win both for New Zealand and for our international students, and obviously our students that come from the Philippines,' Burrows said. However, he clarified that there were still further requirements and a more detailed application past the greenlist, which meant that there was 'never a guarantee or promise' regarding the residency. '[Post-study work rights] depends on their level of study and the duration of study… Obviously the longer they study, the longer the post-study work rights are, but certainly, if they're studying, say they're studying agriculture that's currently a skill shortage in New Zealand, if they're wanting to stay beyond their post-study work rights, then they have a greater chance of obtaining the different visas that potentially could lead towards permanent residency,' Burrows said. Education New Zealand will be conducting education roadshows in Manila, Bacolod, and Cebu from May 31 to June 7, 2025 with representatives from different institutes, universities, and immigration advisers to help aspiring scholars find the right track for them. 'We know the motivations across different countries vary considerably… We believe we have a strong understanding of motivations from students from here in the Philippines. We can create an offering that best matches their interests, and we know their key interests are graduate outcomes… Our students here are motivated by graduating and going into a career that provides return on investment,' Burrows said. 'We call our New Zealand qualifications the passport to global success. We're very comfortable if they don't want to stay and go elsewhere or they want to return to the Philippines, but we want them going on to meaningful careers because that will be the real test when people are talking about their time in New Zealand, that it was a really, really well-spent experience,' he added. — BM, GMA Integrated News
