The forecast for short-cycle tertiary education involving study periods or work placements shows a marginal increase from 6.66 thousand in 2024 to 6.68 thousand in 2028. This represents a very slight upward trend, with minimal annual variation and a stable compound annual growth rate over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of technological advancements on educational requirements.
Shifts in labor market demands influencing the uptake of such tertiary programs.
Policy changes affecting higher education and international mobility for study and work placements.