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