Post-study work arrangements for university graduates will be available for:
- Graduates who complete their Bachelor degrees after at least two academic years’ study in Australia will be eligible for a two year stay;
- Graduates who complete their Masters degrees after at least two academic years’ study in Australia will be eligible for a three year stay; and
- Graduates who complete their PhD after at least two academic years’ study in Australia will be eligible for a four year stay.
The existing Temporary Skilled Graduate (Subclass 485) visa, which provides for a stay of 18 months for those with qualifications in eligible fields of study, will still be available.
The announcement also states that post-study work arrangements would apply to Bachelor or higher degree graduates from other education providers accredited to offer degree level programs, in addition to university graduates.
