Professional Year (PY) Program
Australia’s Professional Year (PY) Program is a structured professional development initiative that helps international graduates of Australian universities to gain relevant work experience and skills in their chosen field. It is primarily offered in three industries: Accounting, IT, and Engineering.
Under the Skilled Migration Points Test, applicants can claim 5 additional points if they successfully complete a Professional Year in Australia. These points can be crucial for meeting the minimum points threshold required for visa subclasses like the Skilled Independent (subclass 189), Skilled Nominated (subclass 190), or Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) subclass 491 visas.
Who is Eligible for the Professional Year Program?
The PY Program is primarily aimed at international graduates who have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Australia in one of the following fields:
- Accounting
- Information Technology (IT)
- Engineering
To be eligible, participants must:
- Have graduated from an Australian university with a degree in one of the above fields.
- Hold or be eligible for a 485 Temporary Graduate Visa with a minimum of 12 months of validity, allowing them to stay and work in Australia.
- Meet the English language requirements and any additional entry criteria specific to the PY program they are applying for.
Basic requirements for the Professional Year Program
| English (valid for 3 years） | PTE (minimum overall 50, no band below 50), or | ||
| IELTS (minimum overall 6.0, no band below 6.0), or | |||
| TOEFL or OET (equivalent). | |||
| Document Checklist | 1. Passport | ||
| 2. VISA – 485 Visa (Graduate Work/Post-Study Work) / Bridging Visa A / Payment Receipt of application for 485 Visa and valid for a minimum of 12 months from the commencement date of the PY course.. | |||
| 3. University Academic Transcript – verifying completion, of course, minimum of two (2) years study in Australia | |||
| 4. University Completion Letter – verifying completion, of course, minimum of two (2) years study in Australia | |||
| 5. English proficiency – See above | |||
| 6. Application Form | |||
ACS Professional Year Program (ICT)
The ACS Professional Year in IT is a job-readiness program that bridges the gap between full-time study and employment in Australia’s tech sector.
ACS Professional Year in IT includes:
ACS is appointed by the Department of Home Affairs to provide the ACS Professional Year in IT.
- 32-week classroom-based work-readiness training (8 hrs/week)
- 13-week online mentorship and IT skills development journey
- 12-week local IT internship
- Complimentary ACS Membership
Graduates of the ACS Professional Year in IT may be able to claim 5 points toward their skilled migration under an eligible IT skilled occupation.
ACT
Queensland International Business Academy
Indus Institute
NSW
Education Centre Australia
Performance Education
Queensland International Business Academy
NT
National Institute of Technology
QLD
Education Centre Australia
Indus Institute
Queensland International Business Academy
Performance Education
SA
Academy IT
Performance Education
TAS
Indus Institute
Queensland International Business Academy
VIC
Education Centre Australia
Monash College
Performance Education
National Institute of Technology
WA
National Institute of Technology
Stanley College
|
Stage
|
Key Learning Outcomes
|
Duration
|
Delivered by
|
|---|---|---|---|
|
ACS Online Orientation
|
Learn about: 1. Program requirements and outcomes 2. Online course components 3. Your ACS membership benefits
|
Self-paced online and Day1 in class
|
ACS and accredited provider
|
|
Communication and Performance in the Workplace
|
An introduction to Australian workplace culture, including: 1. Teamwork 2. Meetings and negotiating 3. Preparing presentations 4. Engaging effectively with colleagues, management and clients
|
32 Weeks (250 Hrs)
|
Accredited provider
|
|
Entry and Advancement in the Australian Workplace
|
Learn how to: 1. Build and use a professional network to discover job opportunities 2. Stand out by preparing your resume, cover letters and interview skills
|
w/ above
|
Accredited provider
|
|
ACS Professional Year in IT Internship
|
Put what you’ve learned into practice. 1. Enhance your practical and interpersonal skills 2. Gain confidence and valuable contacts
|
Minimum 12 weeks
|
At an Australian company. Arranged by an accredited provider
|
|
Online Professional Environments
|
1. An ACS mentor will help you reflect on your internship and identify a professional pathway to achieve your tech career goals. 2. Live group discussions cover tech industry news, emerging technologies and skills, and more
|
13 Weeks during Internship
|
Delivered by ACS
|
