The 2024 forecasted data on global international PhD students in Information and Communication Technologies reveals significant variations by country. Luxembourg continues to lead with 95.51% value share and modest year-on-year growth (0.72%). Ireland and Finland exhibit notable increases (6.82% and 7.69%, respectively), while Iceland and France experience declines (-2.52% and -2.02%, respectively). Slovenia (18.09%) and Chile (39.45%) show remarkable upward trends. Moderate growth is seen in Canada (0.95%) and Portugal (0.39%), while countries like Belgium (0.9%) and Greece (1.53%) maintain minimal shares.
Future trends to watch:
- Growth in lesser-represented countries if supportive policies and funding are implemented.
- Potential stabilization in high-value share countries if market saturation occurs.
- Impact of global economic conditions on student mobility and enrolment choices.
- Technological advancements influencing shifts in preferred destinations for ICT PhDs.
Top countries in International PhDs Students in Information and Communication Technologies by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of All PhD Students Enrolled in This Field | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Luxembourg | 95.51 | 2023 | +0.62% | +0.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 66.51 | 2023 | +4.71% | +6.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iceland | 62.88 | 2023 | +3.19% | -2.52% | View data |
| 4 | 4 New Zealand | 60.13 | 2023 | +0.68% | -0.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Canada | 56.29 | 2023 | +1.3% | +0.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 55.89 | 2023 | +0.23% | +0.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 55.13 | 2023 | -0.087% | -0.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 53.2 | 2023 | +5.6% | +7.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 47.41 | 2023 | +6.16% | +7.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 43.76 | 2023 | -1.27% | -2.02% | View data |
