🎓 Germany's State/Church Diplomas. >100 Japanese Semiconductor Plants. AI Skills Migration Up 8x.
Chart of the Day #320 Looks at Study Programs in Germany, Semiconductor Manufacturing Plants by Country, and Australia’s AI Skills Migration.
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Today's Topics
🎓 Higher Education. 6% of winter programs were state/church diplomas
🏭 Advanced Manufacturing. >100 semiconductor plants from Japan
🤖 Artificial Intelligence. 8x rise in net AI skills migration from 2021 to 2023
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🎓 6% of Winter Programs Were State/Church Diplomas
In 2022–2023, German universities offered 1,305 state/church diploma programs, reflecting their importance in theological education alongside dominant bachelor’s and master’s programs. Aligned with Germany’s education goals, initiatives like the Excellence Strategy, Digital Strategy 2025, and increased R&D funding strengthen innovation and inclusivity. Efforts also focus on internationalization, equitable access through BAföG reforms, and sustainability. These policies ensure that Germany's higher education remains globally competitive and contributes to societal and technological progress.
🏭 >100 Semiconductor Plants From Japan
In 2024, Japan led with 103 semiconductor plants, reflecting its $13B investment in advanced technologies like 2-nanometer chips through public-private partnerships such as Rapidus and IBM. This aligns with Japan's goals of economic security and innovation to reduce import reliance. Supported by 65B in subsidies since 2021, Japan’s initiatives aim to revitalize its semiconductor industry, secure supply chains, and address global challenges amid rising geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions.
🤖 8x Rise in Net AI Skills Migration From 2021 to 2023
Australia's net migration of AI-skilled LinkedIn members surged from 0.07 per 10,000 in 2021 to 0.67 in 2023. This aligns with the government's goal of creating 1.2M tech jobs by 2030 under its National AI Capability Plan. Initiatives like the Specialist Skills Pathway and Skills in Demand visa support this objective, positioning Australia as a competitive destination for AI talent and driving innovation in the tech sector.
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