In order to invite more immigrants of top notch skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths (STEM) and ICT towards Australia, the government has made the decision to make some favorable changes in the points awarded under test system. As per the changes dictated, a student in Australian University of foreign nationality pursuing high level of course like Doctorate or Master’s has the benefit of getting higher points under visa for Skilled Worker if they wish to work in Australia after completing their education. A total of 5 points can be availed by the foreign nationality students pursuing master’s by research or doctorate qualification in ICT or STEM fields.
In the words of Spokesman under Department of Immigration and Border Protection –
“The current points test will be amended to award additional points for Doctorate and Masters by research level qualifications gained from Australian universities in STEM, specified ICT and other related fields.”
This change brought in by the Australian government comes under the guidance of National Innovation and Science Agenda group that basically instills required encouragement of entrepreneurship with additional support towards skilled immigrants adept in ICT and STEM fields.
