Key points
This indicator measures the level of participation in tertiary education. Higher-level education provides individuals with skills and knowledge that allows them to participate more fully in society and in the economy. It can also provide higher earning opportunities and help address knowledge and skills gaps in the economy.
- The total number of Effective Full-Time Equivalent Students (EFTS) increased at both Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec) and the University of Waikato over the period 2000 to 2005 but has subsequently been lower. In 2010 there were approximately 16,500 students enrolled at both institutes combined.
Domestic and international students enrolled (EFTS), major regional tertiary institutions in the Waikato Region
Source: Data Management and Analysis Division, Ministry of Education
Notes: EFTS relates to the academic Effective Full-Time Student value of the qualification for the current enrolment year. Data relates to students enrolled at any time during the year with a tertiary education provider in formal qualifications of greater than 0.03 EFTS. Data excludes all non-formal learning and on-job industry training. Data excludes those Private Training Establishments which neither received tuition subsidies nor were approved for student loans or allowances. Private Training Establishment includes OTEPs. Students who were enrolled in more than one sub-sector have been counted in each sub-sector. Consequently, the sum of each sub-sector may not add to the total number of students. Students who were enrolled in more than one provider have been counted in each provider. Consequently, the sum of each provider may not add to the total number of students. Totals also include those students with unknown values.
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What we want to achieve
The community outcome we are seeking to achieve by increasing enrolments at tertiary education institutes is:
- Our region has a reputation for entrepreneurship, innovation, research and education, attracting investment and people to work, study and visit.