How perceptions shape later subject choices

According to the UK’s Department for Education, girls still make up fewer students choosing A-level maths and physics and even fewer go on to study engineering or computer science at university.

Yet these subjects often lead to some of the best-paid jobs.

So, does this mean girls just aren’t as good at maths? So, what’s behind that shift? So what can be done to change that? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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