The Malta Independent 19 April 2024, Friday
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Study shows 4% increase in number of students in post-secondary education

Monday, 16 October 2017, 12:37 Last update: about 8 years ago

A four per cent increase in four years has been registered in the number of students who continue their studies in post-secondary education, the Education Ministry said.

Nine out of 10 students who finish obligatory schooling continue their studies, with the percentage rising from 85 to 89 between 2012 and 2015, a Tracer Study revealed.

More girls than boys choose to continue studying – 91% girls and 87% boys.

 

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