If you want to know how to become a permanent resident of Australia, we will instantly tell you that it’s not easy. It is not a quick process that only takes a day or a couple months, but rather a long-distance marathon that can last for years. For those who have successfully secured permanent resident status, the arduous process has cost them time, money, many headaches and the occasional tear. However, the easiest way to do this is to take a course that will allow you to eventually become a permanent resident of Australia.
If you want to know how to become a permanent resident of Australia, we will instantly tell you that it’s not easy. It is not a quick process that only takes a day or a couple months, but rather a long-distance marathon that can last for years. For those who have successfully secured permanent resident status, the arduous process has cost them time, money, many headaches and the occasional tear. However, the easiest way to do this is to take a course that will allow you to eventually become a permanent resident of Australia.
You have to stay positive because this process is not completely impossible. Every year, thousands of people who start studying in Australia become permanent residents — you can also be one of them.
If you have already decided that this is your goal, we strongly suggest you focus on the target and go for it!
Study in Australia
Now, there are several other ways to become a permanent resident of Australia. You can become a prospective spouse of an Australian and apply for residence that way. Mind you, that’s not easy, either! They will ask you to prove your relationship from time to time and you will have to go through several types of visas. Keep in mind that this visa is different from the Partner Visa that you must apply for if you go with your current partner from your country of origin.
Our lawyer and trusted immigration agent, Hector, did a LIVE on our Instagram account in which he talked about the famous PR – Permanent Resident Visa .
But stop! Let’s focus, because that is not today’s topic.
How to become a permanent resident of Australia
There are many ways to apply for permanent residence in Australia, but as we are not experts on securing this type of visa, we suggest you consult a professional with any questions you may have regarding the skilled visa +or the sponsor. A registered agent or an immigration lawyer can help you with the process. We also advise you to consult the official Australian immigration website, where you can check if your professional career is on the list of sought professions.
What we CAN do is guide and advise you on which coursework would look best on your permanent residency application.
To get the famous Permanent Residency-PR after a student visa, there are 2 options: the first would be to get an Australian company to sponsor you, and the second, enter the general skilled migration program.
Within both of these paths, there are many types of visas.
Visas for Sponsor :
- Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS)
- Regional Sponsored Skilled Migration Scheme (RSMS)
- Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Subclass 400 visas
- Temporary Activity Subclass 408 visas
- Training Subclass 407 Visas
Visas for the Skilled Migration Program :
- Skilled Independent Subclass 189
- Skilled Nominated Subclass 190
- Skilled Regional Provisional Subclass 489
- Skilled Regional Subclass 887
- Graduate Temporary Subclass 485
- Recognized Graduate Subclass 476
And within each type, there are even more subtypes… Can be quite overwhelming!
To apply for any of these visas , you must meet certain criteria. The main requirement is that your studies and your profession coincide and that said profession appears on either the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL).
IMPORTANT: Keep in mind that these lists may vary each year, depending on the needs of the country.
What to study to become a permanent resident of Australia?
Below, we present the professions that regularly occupy the “top positions” on these lists, and some examples of courses that you can take to get on the fast track to becoming a permanent resident of Australia.
Remember: the key to achieving this goal is to be well organized from the beginning and to choose the right course.
The professions that are most in demand and, consequently, the ones most likely to successfully secure a sponsor or the skilled visa are the following:
Engineers and architects
Engineers usually have an easier time becoming permanent residents of Australia.
Almost all of the specializations are on the list of occupations and professions most in demand in Australia. If you have experience in the sector, the chances of getting a sponsor or applying for the skilled visa will be greater .
On the other hand, if you have studied engineering in another country, but have no work experience, the easiest path is to earn a master’s degree. Almost all Australian universities offer many such degrees. The financial investment is high, but if you’re dedicated to engineering and find a master’s degree that matches your interests, it is a safe path.
The same is the case with a career in architecture, which is also on the list of professions most in demand in Australia for which it is usually relatively easy to find a sponsor .
You can also complete an engineering or architecture certification that will earn you points towards applying for the Australian permanent residence.
Some examples of such coursework:
- Diploma of Engineering – Technical + Diploma of Civil Construction Design
- Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
- Diploma of Engineering – Technical
- Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology- Electrical
- Certificate IV in Engineering Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade
- Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Turning)
Health Care
Both medicine, nursing, psychology, nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and veterinary medicine are a safe bet when applying for the PR, as the Australian health system always needs professionals in this field. To validate your degree, you will have to be patient and take the occasional course required by the Australian government. The good news is that once you get into the Australian healthcare system, you won’t be short of work, and will be well paid!
If you do not have any work experience, you can choose to complete a master’s degree or a TAFE. Completing an Australian nursing course will easily help you get points towards your Australian permanent residence application.
Some examples of such coursework:
- Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology
- Diploma of Laboratory Technology
- Diploma of Dental Technology
- Certificate III in Dental Assisting
- Diploma of Nursing
- Certificate III in Individual Support
- Diploma of Community Services
- Diploma of Mental Health
Trade careers
Attention: trades such as electrician, carpentry, plumbing, mechanics, air conditioning installation and repair, wall painting, construction, elevator mechanics, etc., are also on the list of high demand professions. In Australia, there are many VET and TAFE courses that can help you train and easily access the labor market.
Some examples of coursework:
- Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling
- Certificate IV in Automotive Performance Enhancement
- Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
- Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
- Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- Certificate III in Carpentry
Hospitality and restaurants
Australia has always been avant garde in terms of its gastronomy, due to its longstanding Asian and European culinary influences.
The restaurants here are always running and are usually packed throughout the week. As they’re constantly in competition with each other, they are always looking for new chefs capable of contributing new ideas and improving the menus. As a result, the cooking and pastry professions are currently in high demand .
Finding a job in this field is relatively easy, which is why studying cooking is a very popular option among international students. Taking a course of over 92 weeks in Hospitality and Commercial Cookery can give you access to Graduate Temporary Subclass 485 .
Some examples of coursework:
- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
- Diploma in Hospitality Manager
Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
And, of course, we cannot forget about jobs related to technology. This type of work is in very high demand in Australia and I can help you secure Australian permanent residence.
If you check the job search engines, you will see that there are always plenty of job offers for computerscientists, web programmers, software engineers, system analysts, programmers, application designers, graphic designers and website designers.
Some examples of coursework:
- Diploma of Information Technology Networking
- Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology
- Diploma of Information Technology Networking
- Certificate IV in Digital Media and Interactive Games
- Certificate IV Information Technology Support
- Certificate IV Web Based Technologies
Accounting
Accountants also have a place on the list of professions in high demand. Job offers abound, and you can easily get certified by completing a two-year VET course. This profession is not always on the list, however. Accounting is currently in demand, so if you like working in this sector, take advantage of this opportunity and take an accounting course that will allow you to reside in Australia.
Some examples of coursework:
- Accounting Diploma
- Certificate IV in Accounting
- Certificate IV in Bookkeeping
- Certificate III in Accounts Administration
Graphic and audiovisual arts
This sector has recently been added to the list of professions that can be granted a skill visa in Australia. As a result of the audiovisual revolution, it is currently one of the most demanded careers in the antipodes. If you have studied audiovisual communication or graphic design, you will be able to get points to qualify for permanent residence. However, if you want to specialize in a specific area, or start your career from scratch, there are many film and communication schools that will allow you to fulfill your dream.
Some examples of coursework:
- Certificate IV in Graphic Design
- Diploma in Graphic Design
- Film Diploma
- Diploma of Communication and Creative Industries
- Diploma of Visual Arts
- Diploma of 3D Animation
Education
The Australian education system has brought Australia great prestige and recognition worldwide. On the list of the professions most in demand each year are teachers of early childhood education, primary school, secondary school, special education and sign language.
If you are already a teacher, you can take a VET course at Childcare Education and start working as an assistant in a nursery. As there is always a high demand for teachers in the regional (rural?) areas, this opportunity is a very common way to get residency. This option is not permanently on the list, however, so we suggest that you do your due diligence before starting to study.
You can also choose to complete a 2-year master’s degree to qualify to be a secondary school teacher.
Some examples of coursework:
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Certificate III in Education Support
- Certificate IV in Education Support
Marketing
Although Marketing is not on the MLTSSL, you can find this profession on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL): the list of professions with which you can be sponsored.
Marketing is a profession that is in high demand in Australia. In fact, all schools for international students that offer VET and General English courses have a Marketing department. So if you don’t want to invest too much money on a master’s degree, you can take a VET marketing course that will surely open doors for you when it comes to getting a job.
Some examples of coursework:
- Diploma of Marketing and Communication
- Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication
- Diploma of Social Media Marketing
How to secure Australian permanent residence: minimum course requirements
Finally, it is important to know that although these courses can help you become a permanent resident of Australia, there are other factors that you must take into account:
- The course you choose must be approved by CRICOS;
- It must be at least two years full-time in duration;
- Apply for the residence no more than 6 months after completing the coursework;
- Meet all the requirements stated by the government, such as qualifications, certifications, English level, Assessments…
- That your work meets the ANZCO description
Do you have doubts or questions as to which course to choose? Ask us!
We are experts on student visas and can advise you on which courses can open the most doors for you when it comes to securing permanent residence in Australia.
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