In 2023, the total number for short-cycle tertiary education in general/academic programs was 1 (expressed in 's'). Forecasted values for 2024 to 2028 show gradual growth, starting at 2 in 2024 and reaching 4 by 2028. The year-on-year growth rate from 2024 to 2025 is 50%, followed by stabilization at 0% from 2025 to 2027, before a 33.3% increase into 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five forecasted years is approximately 17.1%, indicating steady expansion.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential acceleration in growth rates post-2028 due to increased demand for practical and industry-aligned education.
- Increased collaboration between educational institutions and industries could drive further interest and enrollment in short-cycle programs.