Skilled immigration to Australia for those holding a Bachelor’s degree in Physics

For skilled immigration to Australia with a BS in Physics, you’ll likely want to pursue an occupation related to your field of study. Some common occupations for physics graduates include:

1. Physicist (ANZSCO 234914)
2. University Lecturer (ANZSCO 242111)
3. Secondary School Teacher (ANZSCO 241411) – with additional teaching qualifications
4. Geophysicist (ANZSCO 234412)
5. Meteorologist (ANZSCO 234913)
6. Medical Physicist (ANZSCO 234914) – with additional medical physics qualifications

With all the above occupations, you’re eligible to apply for the below Visa’s

• 186 – Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186)
• 407 – Training visa (subclass 407)
• 482 – Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) – Medium Term Stream
• 189 – Skilled Independent (subclass 189) – Points-Tested
• 190 – Skilled Nominated (subclass 190)
• 485 – Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) – Graduate Work
• 489 – Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) – Family sponsored
• 489 – Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) – State or Territory nominated
• 187 – Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme (subclass 187)
• 494 – Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional) (subclass 494) – Employer sponsored stream
• 491 – Skilled Work Regional (provisional) visa (subclass 491) State or Territory nominated
• 491 – Skilled Work Regional (provisional) visa (subclass 491) Family Sponsored

To see the full list, visit the Skill Occupation List on Home Affairs Website.

What next ?

You’ll need to get a skills assessment from a relevant assessing authority. For many of these occupations, the assessing authority is the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP) or Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services (VETASSESS).

Here’s a general process for skills assessment:

1. Determine the relevant ANZSCO code for your chosen occupation.
2. Check the requirements of the assessing authority for that occupation.
3. Gather required documents (e.g., academic transcripts, employment references, proof of English proficiency).
4. Submit an application to the assessing authority.
5. Wait for the assessment outcome.

It’s crucial to research the specific requirements for the occupation you’re interested in and ensure you meet all criteria before applying.