In 2023, Russia led in global new entrants to tertiary education in engineering, manufacturing, and construction, although experiencing a decline. Mexico showed strong growth, while Brazil saw a significant decrease. Notably, Sweden, Ireland, and Portugal demonstrated growth, contrasting with declines in Poland, Israel, and Lithuania. Various countries, such as Japan and Canada, maintained relatively stable trends.
Future trends to watch include the continuous rise in engineering and construction education in emerging markets like Mexico, alongside efforts in Europe to stabilize and potentially increase entries amidst declining trends. Technological advancements and international collaborations may further influence these dynamics.
Top countries in New Entrants to Tertiary Education in Engineering Manufacturing and Construction Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 26.32 | 2023 | -1.19% | -1.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Mexico | 16.94 | 2023 | +3.55% | +2.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Brazil | 13.11 | 2023 | -7.26% | -7.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 9.45 | 2023 | -3.73% | -2.93% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Japan | 9.21 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.87 | 2023 | +3.01% | +1.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 3.25 | 2023 | +1.42% | +1.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2.89 | 2023 | +2.19% | +2.06% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 2.68 | 2023 | -10.42% | -6.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 1.77 | 2023 | -1.09% | -0.094% | View data |
