Professional Year in ENGINEERING

The Professional Year Program in Engineering is a 44-week program that consists of two main components:

1. Practical Training: This in-class training lasts for 32 weeks and covers essential topics related to legal employment requirements in Australia. Candidates receive face-to-face workshops and access to online resources to enhance their knowledge.

2. Internship Placement: The internship placement spans 12 weeks and provides specialized mentorship to engineering graduates. During this period, applicants learn to apply their practical training in a real workplace setting, improve their professional communication skills, and build valuable networks for future employment.

Program Cost

The program typically costs between $15,200 to $15,500.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the PYP Engineering program, international students must meet the following requirements:

• Have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in engineering from an Australian university.
• Hold or apply for the Temporary Graduate Visa subclass 485 with a validity of 18 months.
• Qualify for skills assessment from a recognized Australian Engineering Education institute.
• Demonstrate proficiency in English with an overall score of 6.0 in IELTS, with a minimum score of 5.0 in all skills, OR a score of 5.0 in PTE Academics.

• Earning five migration points toward skilled migration for eligibility for permanent residence.
• Receiving a Professional Year Certificate.
• Developing employability skills and gaining insights into Australian workplaces.
• Becoming job-oriented and adapting to Australian work culture.
• Gaining insights into Australian Occupational Health and Safety Requirements and becoming a valuable member of Engineers Australia.
• Building a strong network with industry professionals.