The bar chart presents data on the proportion of women entering higher education in five countries— the UK, the USA, Australia, South Korea and France— in 1980 and 2015.
Overall
, all countries saw an increase in female participation over the 35‑year period. Australia consistently recorded the highest figures, Linking Words
while
South Korea remained the lowest despite showing a marked improvement.
In 1980, the UK and the USA had almost identical levels, at around 35% and 37% respectively. By 2015, both countries experienced significant growth, rising to between 55% and 57%. South Korea, Linking Words
although
starting from the lowest point at roughly 15%, doubled its figure to 30% in 2015.
Australia stood out as the leading country in both years, maintaining a stable rate slightly above 57%. France Linking Words
also
showed a steady upward trend, increasing from about 40% in 1980 to 55% in 2015, making it one of the highest performers by the end of the period.Linking Words