Maths enrolments rebound, but one group is taking longer to bounce back
Maths enrolments in Victoria are recovering from a pandemic slump, with total participation rebounding to pre-COVID levels by 2026. However, girls are returning to maths subjects at a slower rate than boys, falling from 50.1 percent to 48.6 percent since 2021. Experts highlight concerns over the persistent gender gap in mathematics education and career pathways.
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Published 04 Jul 2026, 09:00 UTC · Updated 04 Jul 2026, 09:10 UTC
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