New Zealand reported strong international student enrolment growth in 2025, with sustained growth projected through 2026 and beyond. Led by ICEF’s Vice President Oceania Rod Hearps, this panel discussion focuses on New Zealand’s successes and growth potential as a key study destination. Following an overview of the country’s enrolments in 2025, as well as details on visa applications and grants, the panel will discuss areas for future development and predictions for the year ahead.
News & developments:
- Netherlands reports first-ever decrease in foreign enrolment for 2025/26
- Ascending in world university rankings and highly affordable, Azerbaijan is strengthening its offer to international students
Main topic:
“Good, steady, and disciplined’’: New Zealand's plan for sustainable international enrolment growth
This episode is sponsored by: ICEF Academy
with
Rod Hearps (moderator)
VP Oceania
ICEF
Sharon-May McCrostie
Director, International and Sector Engagement
Education New Zealand | Manapou ki te Ao
Celia Coombes
Director Visa
Students, Immigration New Zealand | Rōpū Manene
Craig Riggs
Editor in Chief
ICEF Monitor
Martijn van de Veen (host)
CBDO
ICEF