The two pie charts compare the highest level of education attained by women in Someland in 1945 and 1995.
Overall, it is clear that women’s education improved significantly over the fifty-year period. In 1945, most women had little or no formal education, while in 1995 the majority had completed higher education.
In 1945, the largest proportions of women had either no schooling or only third-grade education, at 35% each. A further 15% had studied up to Year 6, and 10% reached Year 9. Only small minorities completed Year 12 (4%) or gained a first degree (1%), and virtually none had postgraduate qualifications.
By contrast, in 1995, half of all women held a first degree, making it the largest group. In addition, 20% had completed Year 12, and another 20% had postgraduate qualifications. The remaining 10% had studied up to Year 9. Notably, no women were recorded as having only primary education or no schooling.
In conclusion, the charts illustrate a dramatic shift from low educational attainment in 1945 to widespread higher education in 1995.
