In 2023, the United Kingdom led the new entrants in tertiary education in natural sciences, mathematics, and statistics, contributing the highest share. Canada recorded significant growth in entrants, while France and South Korea experienced declines. Notably, Luxembourg and Israel showed the largest year-on-year increases, indicating potential emerging strengths in these areas. In contrast, countries like Poland and Slovakia saw declines, suggesting potential challenges in attracting students to these fields.
Future trends to watch include the potential for emerging regions to increase their share of entrants, driven by strategic educational reforms or incentives. Additionally, countries experiencing current declines may put efforts into revitalizing their offerings to attract more entrants. Overall, the global landscape is poised for dynamic shifts as countries adapt to changing educational demands and technological advancements.
Top countries in New Entrants to Tertiary Education in Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 17.67 | 2023 | +9.53% | +1.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 9.86 | 2023 | +4.87% | +8.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9.71 | 2023 | +0.56% | -2.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.28 | 2023 | +4.74% | +4.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Brazil | 8.09 | 2023 | +1.84% | +3.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Mexico | 7.07 | 2023 | +2.91% | +3.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 South Korea | 6.1 | 2023 | -2.79% | -2.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 5.77 | 2023 | +2.78% | +2.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Australia | 4.99 | 2023 | +3.5% | +1.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Japan | 4.54 | 2023 | -0.64% | -0.68% | View data |
