In 2023, the number of females in master’s or equivalent level programs involving study periods and/or work placements stood at 8 units. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 indicate a gradual decline, starting with stabilization at 8 units in 2024 and 2025, decreasing to 7 units in 2026 and 2027, and further declining to 6 units by 2028. This suggests a downward trend in engagement over this period.
Looking to the future, it is crucial to observe factors such as educational policy changes, market demands for higher education, and female participation rates in STEM and emerging fields. These could influence and potentially reverse the declining trend. Additionally, shifts in global economic conditions or breakthroughs in remote education technology could impact these forecasts significantly.
