The analysis of global international students in tertiary education in ICT shows Australia leading with significantly higher volumes of enrollments at 106.37K in 2024, versus other countries like the UK at 60.81K. Australia experienced a moderate growth of 12.86% in 2023. The UK saw a robust increase of 22.56%, highlighting a rising preference. Other notable year-on-year increases include Slovakia with a remarkable 33.99% growth and Netherlands at 18.52%. In contrast, Italy and Greece faced declines at -5.9% and -5.27% respectively. Over the past five years, there has been a positive CAGR indicating an overall increase in student numbers.
Future trends to watch include:
- Emerging educational hubs in non-English-speaking countries as students seek diverse cultural experiences.
- Rising competitiveness of Asian markets, including South Korea's continued promotion of ICT industries.
- The impact of remote and blended learning models which could reshape destination choices.
- Innovation in ICT curriculum and career opportunities that align with global tech trends.
Top countries in International Students in Tertiary Education in ICT by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Australia | 106,370 | 2023 | +20.53% | +12.86% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 60,810 | 2023 | +15.78% | +22.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 14,490 | 2023 | +0.65% | +0.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 7,190 | 2023 | +14.76% | +18.52% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 7,060 | 2023 | +7.57% | +8.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 New Zealand | 6,590 | 2023 | +9.58% | +3.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 5,840 | 2023 | +11.64% | +9.35% | View data |
| 8 | 8 South Korea | 4,980 | 2023 | +6.48% | +11.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2,950 | 2023 | +10.47% | +15.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 2,420 | 2023 | +3.26% | +3.42% | View data |
