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Israel Sees Decline in Math, Computer Science Enrollment Amid War and AI Shifts
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Undergraduate enrollment in math, statistics, and computer science in Israel decreased by 7.4% in the 2025-2026 academic year, with social sciences becoming the largest field of study. The decline, from 22,203 to 20,571 students, is linked to the war and the rise of AI, impacting career decisions. Specialized AI and data science fields saw growth, but the Open University faces potential cuts due to declining interest. Concerns are also rising about the broader education system's quality and student preparedness.
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- Math, statistics, and computer science enrollment in Israel fell 7.4% in 2025-2026.
- Social sciences overtook engineering as the largest undergraduate field of study.
- The decline is attributed to the war and the rise of artificial intelligence.
- Enrollment in AI, data science, and data engineering fields increased by 3.9%.
- The Open University projects a 12% drop in computer science enrollment by 2027.
- Leaked test results show low achievement in science and English among ninth graders.
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