Highest post-school qualification level by individuals aged 25 years<\/strong> (in %)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The biggest increase was seen in the obtainment of honours degrees. The report said this “indicates a growing emphasis on specialised education and skills development,” as bachelor’s degrees provide broader, theoretical knowledge.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Looking at the rise in certificates, the report noted that “while universities offer degrees such as bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, technical and vocational colleges provide certificates… in various fields… offer[ing a] more practical and hands-on training.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n These are ultimately “highly valued in many industries, as they provide specialised skills and knowledge directly applicable to specific professions or trades.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n What people are studying by gender<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nPost-school qualification<\/strong><\/td> 1996<\/strong><\/td> 2022<\/strong><\/td> Change<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> Certificate<\/td> 16.5<\/td> 21.3<\/td> 4.8<\/mark><\/td><\/tr> Diploma<\/td> 41.6<\/td> 30.8<\/td> 10.8<\/mark><\/td><\/tr> Bachelor’s degree<\/td> 21.7<\/td> 25.3<\/td> 3.6<\/mark><\/td><\/tr> Honours degree<\/td> 2.5<\/td> 10.6<\/td> 8.1<\/mark><\/td><\/tr> Master’s degree<\/td> 2.9<\/td> 5.2<\/td> 2.3<\/mark><\/td><\/tr> Doctorate degree<\/td> 1.4<\/td> 1.8<\/td> 0.4<\/mark><\/td><\/tr> Other<\/td> 13.4<\/td> 5.0<\/td> 8.4<\/mark><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>
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