How to improve your PR eligibility as an ICT profession? Here is what you need to know

Australia has one of the largest information and communications technology (ICT) industries. The ICT industry includes telecommunications services; analysis and business services; computer software etc. The fact that ICT occupations are in high demand brings great opportunities for ICT professions seeking to live, work and do business in Australia. Want to find out what ways are available for an ICT profession to increase chance of getting permanent residency, here is what you need to know.

Boost Your English Test Score with Pearson Test of English

Although there are many English test that has been recognised by Australia Immigration Department such as IELTS, OET or TOFEL etc. Pearson Test of English (PTE) has been identified as the most favorable English test among international students and prospective immigrants. With English Level that higher than competent English (PTE score 50 or equivalent) will help you to boost up to 20 points towards your PR application.

Complete a Professional Year in IT Program

The Professional Year in IT was developed by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) to enable ICT graduates to achieve their career goals and overcome obstacles to employment by obtaining the knowledge, skills and work experience that employers are looking for in Australia workplace. Moreover, a participant will be awarded 5 migration points under the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) on successful completion of a Professional Year Program.

Apply for Visa Nomination

Most of the state or territory government in Australia offers nomination to selected ICT specialists. State nomination provides support for your visa application to assist in meeting the requirements for skilled visas. Upon successfully nominated by a state government will not only give you extra 5-10 migration points, but also render your application as high priority for turnaround purpose.

To Summarise

Considering the high competition in the Australian visa application pool, trying to achieve a higher level of English might be a good way to boost the chance of qualifying for your visa application. We hope this blog can bring you some ideas and if you wish to find out what PTE academic is really like, try one of our free PTE training session and familiarize yourself with the test format in no time.