The forecasted number of females in bachelor's level work placements is projected to grow steadily from 2024, increasing by approximately 2.78% in 2025 and continuing to grow by 2.09% on average annually through to 2028. This growth trend reveals a positive trajectory starting with 14.4 in 2024 reaching 15.57 by 2028. For context, this figure stood at 14.05 in 2023.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in educational policies promoting gender parity, which could further influence these numbers positively.
Economic factors or labor market changes that may impact female participation in higher education work placements.
Technological advancements providing new work placement opportunities in burgeoning industries, potentially increasing female engagement.