Can I study on a Subclass 189 visa in Australia?

Yes, you can study in Australia with a Subclass 189 visa. According to the recent 2024 stats, 5,292 foreign nationals were studying in Australia with a Subclass 189 visa. The Subclass 189 visa, also known as the Skilled Independent visa, is a point-based visa that allows foreign nationals to live, work, and study in Australia permanently. The visa is designed to attract foreign workers with specific skills to fulfill the Australian labor requirement.

 

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Top 10 courses that can be studied in Australia with Subclass 189 visa

Below are the lists of the top ten courses that can be studied in Australia with a Subclass 189 visa:

 

• Engineering
• Accounting
• Computer and Information Technology
• Education and Teaching
• Medical Courses
• Nursing and Midwifery
• Dentistry
• Plumbing
• Hospitality
• Building and Construction

 

Eligibility criteria to study in Australia with Subclass 189 visa

An applicant must fulfill the eligibility criteria to study in Subclass 189 visa:

 

• Must receive an Invitation
• Must be under 45 years
• English language proficiency
• At least 65 points in the Expression of Interest
• Meet the character and health requirement
• Sign the Australian values statement

 

Requirements to study in Australia with Subclass 189 visa

To study in Australia on a Subclass 189 visa, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

 

• Proof of education qualifications to achieve 20 points
• Complete skill assessment
• English Language proficiency
• Achieve a minimum score of 65 points
• Receive an ITA

 

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