The Royal Society said whatever changes were made to the Scottish education system, it should continue to give students the breadth needed to study science and mathematics alongside other subjects.

BBC: Royal Society praises Scots education system

The system was designed by three women to encourage girls to pursue degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

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