Who is eligible for the Australian Computer Society (ACS) Professional Year Program, Professional Year in Engineering Program and Skilled Migration Internship Program - Accounting (SMIPA)?

To enrol in a professional year program, participants must have:

• Completed a relevant undergraduate or postgraduate award in Australia
• Applied for the 485 Skilled Graduate VISA within 6 months of graduating from an Australian institution
• Evidence of a minimum of IELTS 6.0 in all 4 competencies. This is required for the 485 Visa
• A successful study history

What visa is required to undertake a Professional Year Program?

It is expected that participants will have applied for or hold the 485 Skilled Graduate Visa (SGV).  

How do I apply for a Professional Year Program?

Candidates will need to submit the following:

• An application form
  
• Cover letter outlining the reason why the participant would like to join the program
  
• Curriculum Vitae
  
• Certified evidence of English language proficiency (IELTS) 
  
• Certified evidence of current visa status 
  
• Certified copies of academic transcripts 
  
• Certified skills assessment (from a professional body)
  
• Certified photocopy of photo page of passport - photo must be visible and clear
  
• Passport sized photo

Is it possible to work during the program?

Yes. The 485 Skilled Graduate Visa allows for full work rights for 18 months.  If a participant is employed while doing the professional program, their internship may be carried out at their place of employment, subject to approval from the employer and Navitas.

Will the internship be in a related field to my studies?

Yes. Participants will be placed in ICT, Accounting or Engineering internships according to their program.  

Will there be a list of companies to choose from for the internship component?

No. Navitas partners with companies in each PY location for the internship component and interviews participants to match an internship to their skill set.  Participants do not have the opportunity to choose their placement company, but Navitas will place them in a position suited to their career aspirations. 

When is the next Professional Year Program?

Navitas intakes are approximately every four weeks in Sydney and Melbourne. Intakes will be held every four months in Adelaide,  Brisbane and Perth. 

Where can I study the Professional Year Program?

• Sydney
• Melbourne
• Perth
• Adelaide
• Brisbane

Navitas is the only provider approved to offer the IT, Accounting and Engineering Professional Year Programs throughout Australia.

How long is the program and what is the class schedule?

The program is 44 weeks in duration.

• The in-class theory component is 26 weeks. Classes are held at night-time from 6pm-9pm, twice a week, giving participants the flexibility to work during the day.  Participants are also required to complete 4 hours of self-paced online study per week.
  
• The professional internship is 12 weeks

How do I pass the program?

It is expected that participants attend all classes and must complete all of the assessments.   Those participants who do not finish the program will receive a statement to show the components studied but will not qualify for the ten points towards permanent residence.

How am I awarded the 10 points towards permanent residence at the end of the program?

Participant details will be reported to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) after the participant successfully completes the program. The awarding of points will be at the discretion of DIAC.

What will the program cost?

The full cost of the program with inclusions is AUD $12,950 including GST.  An extra fee of $50.00 will be charged if the program is paid in three instalments.