The forecast predicts a steady increase in females attaining a doctoral or equivalent level with study periods and/or work placements from 2024 to 2028. Starting at a value of 37 in 2024, the figure is anticipated to rise by 16.2% by 2025, reaching 43. This upward trajectory persists, leading to 55 by 2027 and ultimately 61 by 2028. The compound annual growth rate over these five years stands at approximately 10.7%, indicating a strong growth pattern in female doctoral participation.
Future trends to watch for include potential socio-economic and policy changes that could further promote female participation in higher education, alongside tracking intersectional data that may influence regional or sector-specific growth rates in doctoral studies among women.
