The forecast data from 2024 to 2028 shows a flat trend for the years 2024 to 2026, with no anticipated increase in the number of doctoral or equivalent level study periods and/or work placements. Both 2027 and 2028 forecast values fall to zero, indicating a potential decline or a lack of data collection or reporting. If we consider the 2023 values as placeholders for projections, it appears that there is stagnation followed by a decline in these numbers over the forecasted period.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in the academic and professional landscape that could alter these forecasts, such as policy changes, funding allocations for doctoral studies or any economic factors affecting higher education priorities and employment opportunities for doctoral graduates.
