Study Information Technology (IT) Courses in Australia for PR

• Affordable study options are available through institutions like TAFE, which offer lower tuition fees compared to universities. 

• Most IT degrees are accredited by Australian Computer Society (ACS) which provides competitive advantages for IT graduates when looking for jobs. 

• After graduation, international students are eligible for post study work visa rights, allowing skilled individuals to live, work, & study for up to 3 years. 

• International graduates are eligible for Professional Year Programs which makes them capable enough to join Australian workforce and provides additional 5 points to PR visa application.  

• Most of the IT occupations are listed in Australia Skilled Occupation List (SOL) which offers PR pathway through several visas like Skills in Demand 482, employer sponsored 186, or Skilled Migration (189, 190, 491). 

• IT professionals are high earners in Australia, and the average annual salary ranges from $90,000 to $105,000 AUD per year. 

• Certificate III in Information Technology  
• Certificate IV in Information Technology 
• Diploma of Information Technology 
• Advanced Diploma of Information Technology  
• Graduate Diploma in Information Technology 
• Associate Degree in Information Technology 
• Bachelor of Information Technology 
• Master of Information Technology  

• Systems Administration Support 
• Advanced Networking, Cloud Architecture 
• Database and Data Management 
• Data Engineering 
• ICT Business Analysis 
• Cyber Security 
• Software Engineering 
• System Analysis 
• Programming & Development 

Academic Requirements 

For Certificate/Diploma/Bachelor Degree:  

• Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent (Strong performance in Mathematics and English subject). 

For Graduate Diploma/Master Degree:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, CS, or related field with competitive GPA. 
• Some universities may require CV, letters of recommendation, work experience certificates. 

English Language Requirements 

The English proficiency requirements depend upon the university and course types.  

• IELTS requirements: Overall, 6.5 in IELTS no band less than 6.0  
• TOEFL (iBT) requirements: minimum overall score of 79 
• PTE (A): minimum score of 58 with no band less than 50 

Additional Requirements 

• Offer letter from your chosen institution and university. 
• Proof of funds to cover your tuition fees and other living expenses. 
• Evidence of Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC). 
• And all other supporting documents as listed on the Department of Home Affairs checklists. 

The tuition fees for IT courses vary depending upon the course and institution. Here is the detailed breakdown. 

IT jobs are among the most in-demand occupations in Australia and across the country. IT employment in Australia is expected to grow by 25% by 2026, reflecting the strong demand for tech professionals across various sectors.  

Here is the list of some best IT positions you can grab after completing the degree in Australia: 

Occupations on the MLTSSL changes frequently. For more information, visit the official website of Department of Home Affairs for the most up-to-date listing. 

The Professional Year Program is a job-ready program developed by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). It is designed for international students who recently graduated from Australian institutions and is looking to start their careers in the Australian tech industry.  

The Professional Year Program is a 44-week course that includes 32 weeks of classroom-based work-readiness training and 12 weeks of local internship. After completing this course, international students will gain 5 points towards their skilled visa application for permanent residency. 

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Australian tech markets still have the shortage of skilled IT professionals. As a result, there is always a high demand for skilled professionals in the ICT sector. 

ICT Occupations are listed on both Medium and Long-Term Skilled Occupation List (MLTSSL) and the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL). Occupations featured in this list offer direct PR pathways through several skilled migration visas. 

After graduation, international students are granted temporary graduate visa 485 which allows them to live, study and work in Australia for up to 2-3 years depending upon qualification. As we talked before, students may be eligible to join Professional Year (PY) Program which provides an opportunity to join the Australian Tech Industry and gives additional 5 PR points upon graduation.  

Before applying for PR visa, you must get skill assessment test from Australian Computer Society (ACS). After getting positive results and meeting the qualification and other requirements you are eligible to apply for PR visas such as: 

• Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) 
• Skilled Independent (subclass 189) - Points-Tested 
• Skilled Work Regional (provisional) visa (subclass 491) State or Territory nominated 
• Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) 
• Training visa (subclass 407) 
• Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) – Graduate Work 

The PR application process in Australia is complex and difficult process both, especially for beginners. Please, consult with our migration agent if you need any detailed support or guidance. 

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