Australian Computer Society Professional Year Program (IT) – ACS PYPIT

• is for international students who are recent graduates of an IT Bachelor or Masters degree
• is developed by the Australian Computer Society
• approved by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) approved
• provides a pathway from university to professional employment in Australia, by developing the professional and practical skills required to work in the IT industry
• provides, on graduation, 5 immigration points towards submitting your Expression of Interest in seeking permanent residence in Australia

To enroll in the ACS PYPIT you must have:

• a bachelor or master degree in IT, completed over a two year study program in Australia, with a certified copy of your completion letter from your University verifying two years completion of your degree and a certified copy of your university transcript of courses
• a minimum English standard of IELTS 6.0 or its equivalent, with evidence of English language proficiency test results
• a copy of your professional skills assessment from ACS
• your 485 Skilled Graduate (temporary) visa or Bridging Visa A, with a minimum of 12 months status
• your current passport
• a current Resume or CV

The ACS PYPIT has six modules delivered over a total of 44 to 48 weeks:

1. Australian Workplace Culture and Practice taught from week 1 to 13, it provides:
2. Job Search Portfolio and Training, also taught from week 1 to 13
3. Business Communications Skills taught from week 15 to 27.
4. A Small Group Simulated Business Project also taught from week 15 to 27.
5. A 220 hour Professional Internship.
6. An on-line Professional Environment program undertaken while students are on their Internship, and developed and managed by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

ECA’s Professional Year Advantage Plus also provides its ACS PYPIT students thee free support modules

1. Free IELTS Support and IELTS test strategies
2. Free optional Professional Development introductory Sharepoint classes
3. Free Professional Job Search Support for your first professional job.