Gender gap in STEM subjects and the effect at third level

A studio has highlighted the stark gender gap in STEM subjects at Leaving Cert level. Just over...

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15.54 14 Aug 2025

Gender gap in STEM subjects and the effect at third level

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15.54 14 Aug 2025

A studio has highlighted the stark gender gap in STEM subjects at Leaving Cert level.

Just over 43% of female Leaving Cert students studied another STEM subject outside of biology, such as agricultural science, applied maths, or construction studies. This compares to 70.3% when it comes to Leaving Cert boys.

Dr. Liz Coleman joined Fionnuala in studio to talk about the effects this has in third level education

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