International students who graduate in one of 21 education fields eligible for extra points

Changes to the points test have enhanced the pathway to permanent residence for international students who have completed Doctoral or Masters research-level qualifications.

Students who graduate in one of the following education fields are eligible for 5 additional points towards their point test:

  • Biological Sciences

  • Chemical Sciences

  • Earth Sciences

  • Mathematical Sciences

  • Natural and Physical Sciences

  • Other Natural and Physical Sciences

  • Physics and Astronomy

  • Computer Science

  • Information Systems

  • Information Technology

  • Other Information Technology

  • Aerospace Engineering and Technology

  • Civil Engineering

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology

  • Engineering and Related Technologies

  • Geomatic Engineering

  • Manufacturing Engineering and Technology

  • Maritime Engineering and Technology

  • Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology

  • Other Engineering and Related Technologies

  • Process and Resources Engineering