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The Skillselect system is points based, with applicants receiving points for criteria ranging from Age to work experience. Applicants must score a minimum of 65 points for their visa to be granted. The following tables give a detailed breakdown of how points are awarded for Skillselect visas.
Age |
Points |
18-24 years |
25 |
25-32 years |
30 |
33-39 years |
25 |
40-44 years |
15 |
English |
Points |
Competent English: Person has a score of 8 or more in the English Language Testing System (IELTS) |
0 |
Proficient English: Person has a score of 7 or more in the English Language Testing System (IELTS) |
10 |
Superior English: Person has a score of 6 or more in the English Language Testing System (IELTS) |
20 |
Skilled employment in the last 10 years – outside Australia |
Points |
Less than 3 years |
0 |
3-4 years |
5 |
5-7 years |
10 |
8-10 years |
15 |
Skilled employment in the last 10 years – in Australia |
Points |
Less than 1 year |
0 |
1-2 years |
5 |
3-4 years |
10 |
5-7 years |
15 |
8-10 years |
20 |
Qualifications | Points |
A Doctorate degree from an Australian educational institution or a Doctorate from another educational institution that is of a recognised standard. |
20 |
A Bachelor degree from an Australian educational institution or a Bachelor qualification, from another educational institution that is of a recognised standard. |
15 |
A diploma or trade qualification completed in Australia |
10 |
An award or qualification recognised by the relevant assessing authority for your nominated skilled occupation. |
10 |
Australian study requirement | Points |
At least one degree, diploma or trade qualification from an Australian educational institution that meets the Australian study requirement | 5 |
Specialist education qualification | Points |
A Masters degree by research or a Doctorate degree from an Australian educational institution that included at least two academic years in a relevant field. | 5 |
Other | Points |
Accredited in a community language | 5 |
Study in regional Australia or a low population growth metropolitan area that meets the Australian study requirement | 5 |
Partner skill qualifications | 5 |
Professional year in Australia | 5 |