Post-study work visa in Australia

Post-study work visa in Australia

Australia now offers up to 4 years of Post-Study Work (PSW) rights to international students post completion of their respective Bachelors or Masters Degree in regional areas. This is a great update as now you can plan for your career in a better manner, having a wider range of areas accessible to study and work, besides a longer duration of post-study work visa validity.

Who can apply for a Post study visa?

As an international student, if you wish to work in Australia upon the completion of your studies for a longer duration (up to four years), then this is for you. Good news is that this visa allows you complete study and work rights, besides allowing the freedom to travel to and from Australia as long as it is valid.

You should know

    1. Your field of specialisation will not be a determining factor as this post-study work visa doesn’t have an occupations list. But ensure you are studying at the right levels
    2. You should have a degree from a CRICOS-registered course
    3. Skills assessment isn’t requisite to apply for this visa
    4. You need to fulfil the English language proficiency requirements

 

Definition

Locations

Post study work visa

Major Cities

Sydney
Melbourne
Brisbane

Regular 2 years post study work visa for international students completing Bachelors and Masters degrees (minimum 92 weeks), 3 years for Masters by Research and 4 years for PhD. graduates

Cities and major regional centres

Perth
Adelaide
Gold Coast
Sunshine Coast Canberra Newcastle/Lake Macquarie
Wollongong/Illawarra Geelong
Hobart

International students studying at regional universities will be eligible to access an
additional year in Australia on a post-study work visa
(Which means a Bachelors or Masters graduate can get up to 3 years of PSW visa)

Regional centres and other regional areas

All other locations

International students studying at regional universities will be eligible to access an additional
2 years in Australia on a post-study work visa
(Which means a Bachelors or Masters graduate can get up to 4 years of PSW visa)

Part Time Jobs

Many international students look for part-time work while they study abroad. The extra spending money to support your experience living in abroad can help you discover this wonderful country and meet other students and locals. It’s also a great way to improve your English, build your confidence and make new friends.

Some of the best ways to look for part-time work are:

    • Word of mouth – ask your friends or colleagues
    • Build your personal or professional networks and connections
    • Online job sites
    • Dedicated job sites and notice boards at your university or college
    • Professional recruitment companies
    • Alumni groups at your place of study