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If you are applying for a General Skilled Migration visa, you will be evaluated through a points system. Since the new points system was introduced on 1 July 2011, points are awarded  for a broader range of skills and attributes, including better English levels, skilled work experience and higher qualifications. Australia will introduce a new Skilled Migrant Selection Model next year, which is expected to be effective from 1 July 2012.

In the meantime, all applicants must still nominate an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) and have their skills assessed in their nominated occupation.

Age

Your age is the only the factor relevant to the scoring process that is outside of your control. Under the new points system, the highest points are awarded for those applicants in the 25-32 year age bracket. The age limit for applications has also been increased to 49 years, although no points are award for applicants in the 45-49 year bracket.

Language

You points are based on your English ability as follows:

• Superior English (a score of at least 8 in each of the four components of the International English Langauage Testing System or IELTS test, or equivalent standard in a specified test) scores 20 points
• Proficient English (a score of at least 7 in each of the four components of the IELTS or equivalent standard in a specified test) scores 10 points.

Those with competent English do not receive points, but can apply for a visa as long as they meet the other threshold visa requirements.

Education

Points can only be awarded for the highest qualification attained. Currently, points are awarded as follows:

• 20 for doctorate degree
• 15 for a bachelor degree
• 10 for an Australian Diploma or trade qualification
• 10 for an award or qualification recognised by the assessing authority for a skilled occupation.

Training and study

You can also claim extra points if:

• You gain an Australian qualification as long as you gained it while living in Australia and studying full-time for at least 2 academic years, and it is closely related to your nominated skilled occupation.
• If you have completed an approved Professional Year in your nominated occupation (or a closely related skilled occupation)
•  If you satsify the Australia study requirement while studying in regional Australia.

Skilled work experience

Points are awarded for the length of employment in a skilled occupation, either in Australia or outside of Australia, providing:

• Your work experience is in your nominated occupation (or a closely related occupation)
• It comprises at least 20 hours employment per week.

Australian and overseas employment can be combined, and points can be claimed for both where applicable, however, the maximum number of points for this category is 20 points.

Partner’s skills

Finally, you may also qualify for points based on your partner's skills, provided he/she is included on your visa application and is not already an Australian citizen or permanent resident.