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Follow our students from around the world as they explore studying and living in New Zealand.

Massey student’s robotic gut capsule could be a game-changer

Not so long ago it would have been the stuff of sci-fi fantasies, but Massey University PhD student Muhammad Rehan is confident the...

Homestay host grateful for her international student whānau

Being a homestay host to international students opened a rewarding world of international connection for single West Auckland mum...

People & Culture

New Zealand study experience helps transform Brazilian agribusiness

Brazilian Airton Spies is in his sixties now but remembers his international education experience in New Zealand almost three...

People & Culture

International graduate brings fresh perspective to fresh food sector

Kazi Talaska knew from an early age that she would leave her home in Indonesia and study overseas. She just wasn’t quite sure what...

Business & Economy

Winds of Change students team up to tackle shared climate challenges

New Zealand and Chile are distant neighbours in the Southern Ocean and have much in common – not only rugged geography, ecosystems,...

People & Culture

Māori cultural experience builds lasting bonds for international students

Experiencing Māori culture first-hand is a highlight for many international students which builds a life-long connection with the...

People & Culture

BizVenture winners tackle youth mental health with "It's Okay" clothing range

A team of high school students from around New Zealand are winners in the inaugural BizVenture programme with designs for a funky...

Hong Kong student wins Wellington award for unstinting community service

Leaving Hong Kong to complete her schooling at Wellington Girls’ College opened a world of opportunities Jasmine Yip could barely...

People & Culture

Student-led business sets out to break down barriers

Three award-winning Year 13 students from Auckland’s Waitakere College are determined to break down barriers with a business...

Business & Economy

Crunchy founder sows seeds of success in horticulture business

Crunchy horticulture business founder Bibhas Biswas had a steep learning curve ahead of him when he arrived in Southland from India...

Business & Economy

International education drives soft power in offshore markets

International students who have an amazing experience in New Zealand, develop a life-long bond with the country and often go on to...

Global Citizens

Prime Minister's Scholarship shakes up geology student's plans

Christchurch’s devastating earthquake of 2011 is a recent reminder of the seismic risks New Zealand faces and the need to be...

Business & Economy