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Student demand for semiconductor programmes has nearly doubled since 2019, however, universities don't keep up the pace.
This report explores:
- Where global demand is growing?
- Which countries face the biggest gaps?
- How graduate outcomes are shaping the chip workforce?
Subject areas to watch in 2023
Growing subject areas where the demand for Bachelor's and Master's programmes outstrips supply .
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Semiconductor-related
higher education and employment
Discover where student demand for semiconductor programmes is rising, where supply is lagging, and how graduates are shaping the global chip workforce.
Semiconductor-related
higher education and employment
Discover where student demand for semiconductor programmes is rising, where supply is lagging, and how graduates are shaping the global chip workforce.
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Student interest in chip related programmes by destination country
% change since 2019, based on Studyportals search data
Student interest in chip related programmes by destination country
% change since 2019, based on Studyportals search data