The global landscape of female new entrants to tertiary education in natural sciences, mathematics, and statistics shows a diverse range of participation levels across countries as of 2023. Canada leads with the highest intake, reflecting positive growth at 9.68%. Meanwhile, European countries such as France and Spain see modest growth rates, with France witnessing a marginal increase of 0.068% and Spain 2.46%. Japan and South Korea exhibit slight changes, with Japan's growth at 0.28% and South Korea experiencing a minor decline of 0.93%. In contrast, Poland and Hungary show considerable decreases, with Poland declining by 7.85% and Hungary by 4.52%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Policies aimed at enhancing gender parity in STEM fields could influence participation rates across countries.
- Technological advancements and the digital industry boom might spark interest and improve entry rates in these sectors.
- Emerging economies could see increased female participation as educational infrastructure and opportunities expand.
- Realignment of educational policies post-pandemic may affect entry numbers in tertiary education.
Top countries in Female New Entrants to Tertiary Education in Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Canada | 129,290 | 2023 | +5.6% | +9.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 111,180 | 2023 | +0.89% | +0.068% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Mexico | 81,110 | 2023 | +2.97% | +4.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 61,450 | 2023 | +2.3% | +2.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 60,900 | 2023 | -1.08% | -0.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 37,450 | 2023 | +3.26% | +3.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 28,540 | 2023 | +0.25% | +0.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 25,650 | 2023 | +4.98% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 25,540 | 2023 | -9.55% | -7.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 18,570 | 2023 | +2.51% | +1.97% | View data |
