In 2023, the quantity of individuals engaging in doctoral or equivalent degree programs with or without a work placement stood at the baseline of 1 unit. The forecasts from 2024 to 2028 indicate a consistent stability in these numbers, remaining at 1 unit annually throughout this period. Given the absence of change year on year from 2024 to 2028, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is 0%, reflecting no anticipated growth or reduction in participation levels from 2023 through 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential changes in doctoral program policies or funding that might impact enrollment numbers.
- Influence of economic or technological developments on the demand for advanced-level education.
- Shifts in global academic mobility and its effects on doctoral education participation rates.
