The forecast data for the number of females pursuing a doctoral level or equivalent education, either exclusively or combined with work placements, shows a steady increase from 3 s in 2024 to 4 s by 2025, maintaining this level through to 2028. Unfortunately, the series expresses values starting from 2024, without historical data from 2023 for comparison. As a result, the year-on-year variation analysis cannot be thoroughly assessed. However, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period shows a stabilization from 2025 onwards.
Future trends to watch for include the possibility of growth factors like increased incentives, scholarship opportunities, and societal encouragement for females in higher education, as these could potentially drive further diversification and engagement at the doctoral level.
