In 2023, the number of females participating in short-cycle tertiary education stood at 166, as this is the point before the forecasted period begins. From 2024 to 2028, the forecasted data indicates a steady upward trajectory with annual increases. The year-on-year growth rates are approximately 8.3% from 2024 to 2025, 8.2% from 2025 to 2026, 7.1% from 2026 to 2027, and 6.6% from 2027 to 2028. Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is around 8.2%, reflecting a strong growth trend in female participation in short-cycle tertiary education.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impacts of policy changes on education accessibility and funding.
- Technological advancements facilitating more flexible study options.
- Increasing acknowledgment of short-cycle programs as viable education paths.
- Movements towards gender equality influencing higher female participation rates.
