Why Indian Students Are Choosing New Zealand: A Global Conversation with Dr Erik Lithandar, DVC of the University of Auckland

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Why Indian Students Are Choosing New Zealand: A Global Conversation with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Auckland

When Indian students and parents think about studying abroad, the biggest question is simple:

👉 Which country and university will truly shape my future?

In this special and high-impact episode of The Kapeel Gupta Career PodShow, we bring you an exclusive global conversation with  Dr Erik Lithander, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Strategy) at the University of Auckland, New Zealand’s leading global university.

As Indian student interest in New Zealand continues to rise, this episode goes beyond surface-level advice and explores the strategic reality of global education, employability, and India–New Zealand collaboration.

If you are a student, parent, or education planner evaluating study abroad options, this conversation will help you make a more informed and future-ready decision.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✅ Why Indian student enrolments in New Zealand are growing rapidly
 ✅ What makes the University of Auckland stand out globally
 ✅ Real employability outcomes after graduation
 ✅ How the New Zealand Centre at IIT Delhi benefits Indian students
 ✅ Scholarships, funding pathways, and industry opportunities
 ✅ Student life, safety, and well-being in Auckland
 ✅ Future India–New Zealand education collaboration trends
 ✅ Expert advice for confused Indian study-abroad aspirants

🌍 Why This Episode Matters

Studying abroad today is not just about choosing a country.

It is about:

• global relevance
• career readiness
• research exposure
• long-term employability

Dr Erik Lithander shares institutional insights rarely discussed publicly, helping Indian families understand how top universities evaluate talent and prepare students for the future economy.

👤 About Your Host

Kapeel Gupta is a Career Coach, Study Abroad Expert, Graphotherapist, and Founder of Study Abroad Academy.
He is on a mission to help 100,000+ Indian students move from confusion to clarity and build globally relevant careers through informed decision-making.

🚀 Take the Next Step

If this episode helped you think differently about studying abroad:

✅ Share it with a student or parent exploring global education
 ✅ Follow The Kapeel Gupta Career PodShow for expert career insights
✅ Register for Kapeel Gupta’s Career Clarity Webinar (https://courses.studyabroadacademy.in/career-webinar)
✅ Connect for personalised guidance and mentorship

Because the right education decision can change your life trajectory.

⏱️ Suggested Timestamps

00:00 — Introduction
 02:43 — India–New Zealand education momentum
 05:37 — Why University of Auckland
 09:06 — Employability & career outcomes
 19:19 — New Zealand Centre at IIT Delhi
 26:37 — Scholarships & access
 31:44 — Student life in Auckland
 43:39 — Advice to Indian aspirants
 45:50 — Future of India–NZ collaboration
 49:36 — Closing insights

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