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Competitiveness at risk from STEM fall-off

A recent survey has shown Australia's competitiveness could be at risk due to a lack of interest in STEM subjects. The findings suggest Australia has the lowest percentage of girls studying STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) subjects compared to five countries across the Asia Pacific.

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