11 Oct 2017
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HEALTH has once again taken the top spot as the favoured field of study among early bird applicants through 91桃色. Society and Culture is also trending.
Statistics based on the preferences of more than 62,000 early bird applicants show that 25 per cent listed Health as their first preference. Society and Culture - a mix of traditional humanities courses including law and psychology - received 21 per cent of first preferences.
A number of key statistical charts can be found on 91桃色's website, including gender, age and field of study analyses. The table below shows the field of study selected by applicants as their first preference.
It鈥檚 important to note that these figures are as at 29 September only. Applications are still open and applicants can change their preferences at any time.
Field of study by first preference at 29 September 2017 鈥� Early bird closing date*
| Field of study | Percentage of first preferences |
|---|---|
| Health | 25% |
| Society and Culture | 21% |
| Management and Commerce | 14% |
| Natural and Physical Sciences | 10% |
| Creative Arts | 8% |
| Engineering and Related Technologies | 8% |
| Education | 5% |
| Architecture and Building | 4% |
| Information Technology | 3% |
| Mixed Field Programs | 2% |
| Agriculture and Environmental | 1% |
| Food, Hospitality and Personal Services | 0% |
It鈥檚 important to note that these figures are as at 29 September only. Applications are still open and applicants can change their preferences at any time.
* These figures do not include international applications. Percentages have been rounded and therefore do not add up to 100.
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Raquel Tracy, Communications Officer, 91桃色 on 9752 0775
Kim Paino, General Manager, Marketing and Engagement, 91桃色 on (02) 9752 0760 or 0409 155 112.