As per the changes made by the Australian Government at the end of 2019, current and future students studying in regional Australia will get the most benefit. Studying in Regional Australia will not only provide an additional 5 points but also enable students to get an additional 1 or 2 years Temporary Graduate Post Study Work Visa depending on the regional areas they are studying in.
Government has divided all regional areas into Regional cities and Major Regional Centres, which are as follows:
Cities and Major Regional Centres: Studying in these cities will provide an extra 5 points for regional study and a 1-year additional Graduate Post Study Work Visa. Example – A student completing Bachelor or Masters in this region can get 3 years Graduate Post Study Work Visa.
• Perth
• South Australia – Adelaide
• The Gold Coast
• The Sunshine Coast
• Canberra
• Newcastle/Lake Macquarie
• Wollongong/Illawarra
• Geelong
• Hobart
Regional Centres and Other Regional Areas: Studying in these centers will not only get 5 points for regional study but also an additional 2 years Graduate Post Study Work Visa. These regions also get priority processing for regional visas.
Cities like Darwin and Alice Springs come under these Regional Centres!
Example – A student completing Bachelor or Masters in this region can get 4 years Graduate Post Study Work Visa.
Northern Territory – Darwin
Considering one of the most favorable study destinations, let’s discuss in detail about Northern Territory. It has everything that an International student can ask for, be it a renowned University or the best place to live in.
Few of the Education Providers in NT:
• Charles Darwin University
• Australian Careers College
• IH Business College
• International College of Advanced Education
Additional 5 Points and 2 Years additional Graduate Post Study Work Visa:
Studying in NT for 2 Years will enable students to claim 5 points and 2 Years additional Graduate Post Study Work Visa after completion of their studies.
NT Visa 190 Eligibility Requirement:
• Must be under the age of 45 Years
• Full Skills Assessment
• English Level
• Occupation must be in NT Occupation List
• Meets Point Test
• Minimum 2 Years study in NT
OR
• 6 months of full-time work experience in a skilled occupation or closely related skilled occupation
NT Visa 491 Eligibility Requirement:
• Must be under the age of 45 Years
• Full Skills Assessment
• English Level
• Meets Points Test
• Occupation must be in NT Occupation List
• 6 months’ full-time work experience in a skilled occupation or closely related skilled occupation or if offshore then evidence of strong employability
Lifestyle in Darwin:
Darwin is well known for its great outdoors and relaxing way of life. Most of the suburbs are closer to the CBD and every location is just a few mins drives. Due to the low population, there is minimal traffic everywhere. Public Transportation connects all major attractions of Darwin. Darwin is the only city in Australia which provide huge concession on Public Transport to International students as well. And few jobs which are most popular among students are working in retail, restaurants, fast food stores, Uber driver, uber eats and students can get professional jobs after completion of their studies in their respective fields. Due to less competition, it is easier to find a job if you have the required skills and knowledge.
For more information about Tourist Visas, Work visas, Student Visa Extensions, TR Visa and Visa 189/190/491 in NT, please call us to book a telephonic appointment with our Migration Agent.
