| Age | Points |
|---|---|
| 18-24 years | 25 |
| 25-32 years | 30 |
| 33-39 years | 25 |
| 40-44 years | 15 |
| English | Points |
|---|---|
| Competent English | 0 |
| Proficient English | 10 |
| Superior English | 20 |
| Skilled employment in the last 10 years – outside Australia | Points |
|---|---|
| Less than 3 years | 0 |
| 3-4 years | 5 |
| 5-7 years | 10 |
| 8-10 years | 15 |
| Skilled employment in the last 10 years – in Australia | Points |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 0 |
| 1-2 years | 5 |
| 3-4 years | 10 |
| 5-7 years | 15 |
| 8-10 years | 20 |
| Qualifications | Points |
|---|---|
| A Doctorate degree from an Australian educational institution or a Doctorate from another educational institution that is of a recognised standard. | 20 |
| A Bachelor degree from an Australian educational institution or a Bachelor qualification, from another educational institution that is of a recognised standard. | 15 |
| A diploma or trade qualification completed in Australia | 10 |
| An award or qualification recognised by the relevant assessing authority for your nominated skilled occupation. | 10 |
| Australian study requirement | Points |
|---|---|
| At least one degree, diploma or trade qualification from an Australian educational institution that meets the Australian study requirement | 5 |
| Specialist education qualification | Points |
|---|---|
| A Masters degree by research or a Doctorate degree from an Australian educational institution that included at least two academic years in a relevant field. | 5 |
| Other | Points |
|---|---|
| Accredited in a community language | 5 |
| Study in regional Australia or a low population growth metropolitan area that meets the Australian study requirement | 5 |
| Partner skill qualifications | 5 |
| Professional year in Australia | 5 |
