b. Number of students by gender & enrolment (level of studies)
The data analysis reveals a consistent trend of higher female student enrolment across all academic levels from 2015 to 2024. Here are the key observations by academic level:
- Diploma Level: Female students represent a significant majority, with their percentage ranging from around 65.3% to 86.1%. This consistently high proportion demonstrates a clear dominance of female enrolment in Diploma programs.
- Undergraduate Level: Female students maintain a steady lead, constituting about 62.1% to 63.7% of the total undergraduate population each year. This indicates a strong and stable presence of female students at this academic level.
- Master's Level: Female representation at the master’s level ranges from approximately 58.4% to 63.6%. Although the percentages fluctuate slightly, female students consistently make up the majority in this category.
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Level: Female enrolment in PhD programs shows a gradual increase, ranging from 49.1% to 53.4%. This trend suggests a positive movement toward gender balance at the highest level of academic pursuit, with female students now making up over half of the PhD population in recent years.
Overall, female students dominate the enrolment figures at every academic level, highlighting their strong engagement and commitment to higher education across various programs. This pattern suggests that female participation in education has reached a significant level of maturity, reflecting societal progress toward gender equality in academic achievements.