Universities New Zealand – Te Pōkai Tara provides up-to-date data and other information about the university sector for people interested in the role and work of universities and to support the development of evidence-based tertiary education policy. 

Universities New Zealand's work includes being part of the Universities Strategic Dialogue conversation on ways universities around the world are able to support safe and secure internationalization.

More information on the Universities Strategic Dialogue joint statement is available here.

To find out more about key areas of research at New Zealand universities, check out our Research Expertise brochure also in Spanish, and Portuguese.

You can also read studies from each university in the 2024 Research Impact Booklet. This gives a high-level snapshot of some of the brilliant research being undertaken at our 8 universities.

For a more detailed look, read each of our eight areas of focus to find out more about how New Zealand’s universities actively contribute to growing and sustaining a productive economy and the knowledge and understanding underpinning our vibrant culture and diverse and inclusive society.