The chart illustrates on the percentage of female going into higher education for five countries from 1970 to 2005
Overall, the percentage of female going into higher education increased in all countries. Canada has the highest while Japan has the lowest in 1970 and 2005.
In 1970, Canada had the highest percentage of women going into higher education, at 60%. Germany was the second highest country, with 50%, followed by the USA at 40%. The figures for the UK and Japan were lower, at 35% and 20% respectively.
In 2005, the percentage of women entering higher education increased in almost all countries. The UK saw the largest rise, from 35% to 60%. Similarly, the USA grew significantly from 40% to around 57%, while Japan doubled from 20% to 40%. Germany also experienced a small increase, reaching about 55%. In contrast, Canada remained unchanged at 60%, which was still the highest percentage among the five countries.
In conclusion, female participation in higher education became more common between 1970 and 2005, with most countries experiencing growth.
