The Benefits of International Study in Australia
The boundless possibilities of international study is an alluring idea, so before we talk about what you can study here, let’s look at the reasons why studying here is an AUS-some idea in the first place:
- Highly skilled workers are in high demand
- PR Pathways are a viable option
- Affordable and time-bound courses are available
- Experience immersive training and development
- The workforce is open for employment and sponsorship
Top-Tier Top 3
We’re seeing a trend that the best trade courses are based on a few factors:
- The demand for occupations in the workplace
- The skilled labour shortages
- The strong prospects for permanent residency
The following 3 courses we’re mentioning today check the vital boxes of how Australian education can lead to advantageous employment and eventual migration. Join us as we go through each one.
#1 Carpentry
Studying this course offers a high likelihood of getting employed after graduation. There’s a wide range of openings available for construction and renovation work. This industry is always in need of skilled workers ready, willing, and able to contribute their abilities.
Develop skills like
- Planning and organising work
- Constructing wall frames
- Using carpentry hand and power tools
- Reading and interpreting plans
- Shaping materials and assembling components
- Learning roof framing
- Using a variety of levelling instruments
Potential work opportunities
Carpenter, Carpenter Foreman, Shopfitter, Leading Hand
Course Details
Duration: 12-24 months
Intake: Monthly
Cost: $10,000 – $15,000 per year
Locations: Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, Sunshine Coast, Sydney
Pathway to Success: Client Stories
We’d love to share with you our clients’ success stories over the years and it brings us so much joy to see how far they’ve come in their pathway.
John (UK)
Cert III in Carpentry
Brisbane, Queensland
From the United Kingdom
John initially came to Australia to study for the Cert III in Carpentry. Prior to coming to Australia he was working as a fireman with no previous carpentry work experience. After studying, John moved on a Temporary Graduate Work Visa (Subclass 485). This allowed him to live and work in Australia for 2 years upon completion of his study.
Pathway to Aus then assisted him to move onto a Training Visa (Subclass 407), before applying for the Permanent Employer Sponsored Visa (Subclass 186). John and his family are now permanent residents of Australia and will soon apply for citizenship.
Discover more about John’s migration journey here.
#2 Commercial Cookery
There’s an endless need for jobs in the hospitality industry. Commercial Cookery is, naturally, still highly in-demand, giving its students the breadth of knowledge and experience that would make them well-rounded workers in the future.
Develop skills like
- Producing meat, poultry, and seafood dishes
- Producing stocks, soups, and sauces
- Maintaining the quality of perishable items
- Learning safe food handling practices
- Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements
- Managing finances within a budget
- Implementing and monitoring environmentally sustainable work practices
- Planning menus for many occasions and situations
Potential work opportunities
Head Chef, Second Chef, Line Cook, Prep Cook
Course Details
Cert III & IV in Commercial Cookery
Duration: 12-24 months
Intake: Monthly
Cost: $10,000 – $15,000 per year
Locations: Adelaide, Brisbane, Byron Bay, Cairns, Darwin, Gold Coast, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, Tasmania, Toowoomba, Townsville, Whitsundays
Pathway to Success: Client Stories
With their will to persevere and their determination to succeed, we love seeing our clients learn, grow, work, and live the way they’ve always wanted to — achieving the goals they’ve set for themselves.
Ooi (Malaysia)
Commercial Cookery
The Gold Coast
From Malaysia
Ooi is a student from Malaysia who moved to Australia when he was 18 to study Commercial Cookery on The Gold Coast. He moved to Surfers Paradise on The Gold Coast and studied for 2 years. He earned Certificates III and IV in Commercial Cookery and Diploma of Hospitality. Throughout his studies Ooi undertook over 360 hours of work experience as a cook in a local restaurant. This combined with his qualifications allowed him to apply for the temporary graduate work visa (Subclass 485). This is an 18 month work visa in Aus.
Whilst on the graduate work visa Ooi, was able to work in the industry for 1 year as a chef and was able to obtain a full skill assessment through the Job Ready Program. Ooi did not have sufficient points to apply for Skilled Independent Visa, however PTA assisted Ooi with this full skill assessment to apply for a Skilled Work Regional Visa – Subclass 491. He is now very close to his dream of permanent residency in Aus.
Learn more about Ooi’s migration journey here.
#3 Automotive or Heavy Diesel Mechanics
Learning Automotive Mechanics in school is a great baseline for possible development and mastery in the field. The automotive industry is well on their way to creating technologically and sustainable transportation vehicles, and what better way to engineer your future than to start building it today.
Develop skills like
- Repairing air breaking and steering systems
- Learning workplace safety
- Diagnosing and repairing heavy vehicle systems
- Understanding service breaks, coolings system, fuel system
- Learning about service hydraulic systems
- Testing and repairing basic electrical systems
- Using and maintaining workplace tools and equipment
Potential work opportunities
Automotive Electrician, Diesel Motor Mechanic, General Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Motorcycle Mechanic
Course Details
Cert III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology & Cert IV in Mechanical Diagnosis
Duration: 12-24 months
Intake: Monthly
Cost: $10,000 – $15,000 per year
Locations: Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney
Pathway to Success: Client Stories
Every pathway is different, and everyone has their own unique story of how they’ve navigated their lives and found themselves enjoying the success they are in right now.
Louis (India)
Automotive Course
The Gold Coast
From India
Louis came out to Australia from India to study high school in Australia. After finishing high school, he decided he wanted to stick around. After researching what occupations were in demand in Australia Louis decided to Automotive Mechanical at a college on The Gold Coast. After completing this course Louis then obtained the Temporary Graduate Work Visa (Subclass 485). Whilst on this visa, Louis worked as a mechanic and obtained a full skill assessment through the Job Ready Program. We used this full skill assessment to apply for NSW Nomination to apply for a Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional Visa.
Check out more of Louis’ migration journey here.
Other popular course choices
- Plumbing
- Electrical Instrumentation
- Boat Building
- Early Childhood Education
- Information Technology
For more detailed info about what the ideal trade course is for you, head on over to our Trade Courses page.
How studying in Australia leads to a Pathway to Permanent Residency (PR)
Here are the steps to take to lead you to a good pathway to PR. If you’re interested in knowing your options, you can speak with one of our agents and they’d be happy to assist you!
1. Skilled Occupation List Course
Choose the course that matches your skills and qualifications
2. Temporary Graduate Visa
Gain a valid temporary graduate visa (subclass 485) that supports your work goals after graduation. For a deeper dive on how to get this kind of visa, check it out here.
3. Gaining Work Experience
Put in the hours and get the experience you need. There are visas that require at least 1-2 years of work in Australia.
4. Getting a General Migration Visa
The kind of visa you’ll be applying for rests greatly on the kind of occupation you’re eligible for. There are different alternatives for you to choose from and don’t hesitate to ask help from one of our agents.
Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189)
Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190)
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491)
or an Employer-Sponsored Visa
Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
Want to take a deeper dive in making the best decision when it comes to your education abroad? Count on Pathway to Aus to provide you with expert advice to help you. Book a consult now!
