Australia is one of the best educational destinations around the world. The country is a hub for overseas students because of its top universities, friendly environment, qualified faculties, advanced curriculum and great weather throughout the year.
Well! Many overseas students are unfamiliar with the Professional Year Program (PYP). The PYP is for those students who graduate from an Australian university in the field of IT, accounting or engineering. This program is accredited by the DIBP (Department of Immigration and Border Protection). It is an approved internship that helps to provide a relevant professional career path. One can pursue a professional year in engineering, professional year in information technology or a professional year Accounting program in Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney or any of the state in Australia
The PYP is a unique 44-week program (32 weeks of coursework and 12 weeks of internship) that provides beneficial details, skills and authentic direction to work at an Australian company. Through this program, overseas students can pursue their careers in their choice of field and get the chance to become permanent residents (PR) in Australia.
Overseas students who have graduated in the relevant field can apply for PYP. If a person is unsure how to apply and does not know the other relevant information, an education & migration agent can assist better than anyone else. One such agency, ‘Asia Pacific Group’, assists thousands of students regarding PYP.
Fields of PYP
There are a lot of education consultants who has a partnership with top institutions such as Performance Education, Monash College, Australian Technical & Management College (ATMC), Education Centre of Australia (ECA), Navitas Professional, Queensland International Business Academy (QIBA), Accountants Resource Centre (ARC) and William Light Institute. These institutions are counted among the top PYP providers in Australia. The PYP is offered in the following fields given below.
- Information Technology – Overseas students having bachelor’s or master’s degrees in information technology or information and communications technology can apply for the computer science professional year program.
- Accounting – The professional year program in accounting is available for overseas students after completing at least two years of degree in the field of accounts from an Australian university. The overseas student can pursue a professional year in accounting and become eligible to gain 5 points in the point-based system for the PR.
- Engineering – For the professional year program in engineering, overseas students can prepare to work in Australia as an engineer after receiving a degree from an Australian institution.
Benefits of PYP
- PYP develops communicative skills & practical experience
- Enhances knowledge of Australian culture and work environment
- Provides additional five points in the PR application of overseas students
- Adds value in CV/Resume
- Provides professional internship of 12 weeks
- Offers a PYP certificate
- Enhances career opportunities in IT, accounting or engineering
- Stimulates network with industry professionals and peers
Advantages of PYP
Here are some of the advantages of PYP.
Internship Opportunities
For many overseas students, finding a reputable job that suits their field after graduation in Australia is slightly hard. However, through PYP, overseas students can surely get an internship or a permanent position in companies after completing their PYP.
Expands Professional Circle
Through this program, overseas students can expand their professional and social circle by connecting with many professionals/people with the same goals or field.
Get Familiar with Australian Culture and Work Environment
Getting familiar with Australian culture and work environment through PYP; helps to understand how professionals work in Australia and keep up with the demands of work, as every company has their criteria and codes of conduct for the professional work environment.
Additional Five Points in Permanent Residency Application
After completing the PYP, the student will gain additional five points that can increase their chances of becoming a permanent resident in Australia.
PYP Eligibility Criteria
Overseas students must meet the following eligibility criteria to qualify for the PYP.
- Student must complete their undergraduate/postgraduate from an Australian educational institution.
- Students must apply for or hold the 485 visas (Temporary Graduate Visa).
- Students must complete the skills assessment from a relevant professional organisation.
- Overseas students must have a minimum of 6.0 in all bands of IELTS.
How to Apply for PYP?
Overseas students must submit the required documents to apply for PYP.
- Form of application
- Updated CV/Résumé
- Certified passport copy
- Copy of certified academic documents
- Proof of English-language proficiency (PTE, IELTS, etc.)
- Proof of current visa status
Conclusion
The PYP is a highly beneficial option for overseas students planning to complete a degree in Australia. The student could learn and grow personally/professionally and can improve their chances of getting PR in Australia at the same time. Learn more about PYP by contacting Asia Pacific Group’s professional advisors; their migration agents in Melbourne have more than thirteen (13) years of experience in this field and have helped thousands of overseas students regarding this program and assisted them in pursuing their choice of career with the advantage of getting PR of Australia.
