Australian Computer Society Professional Year Program

Developed by the Australian Computer Society (ACS), the Australian Computer Society Professional Year Program (ACS PYP) is delivered at our West Perth Campus, conveniently located in the heart of the CBD. This program combines formal learning and internship to equip international information and communications technology (ICT) graduates, from Australian universities, with the skills and training they need to enhance their career prospects.

Our internship is designed to equip you with practical skills and training to enhance your future employment opportunities. Upon successful completion of the Australian Computer Society Professional Year Program, qualifying graduates may be eligible to receive points, as specified by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).

International Students

Applicants wishing to enrol into Australian Computer Society PYP must fulfil the following entry requirements:

Undertake an individual, documented preenrolment interview with Stanley College to ensure program suitability, shared internship expectations, and completion viability,

Have completed a Bachelor or higher degree in an IT Major from an Australian tertiary institution and meet the applicable Australian Study Requirement (ASR) prior to commencement. Qualifications must be relevant to the applicants anticipated ANZCO Code,

Hold a valid passport and visa that allows full work and study rights whilst undertaking the ACS PYP. Prospective applicants who already hold a valid visa are required to hold a minimum of 12 months validity (365 days) on their visa from the date of ACS PYP commencement,

Hold a current English Language Test result undertaken within the three years immediately prior to the date of ACS PYP commencement and demonstrate an IELTS score of 6.0 (Academic or General), with no bands below a 6.0, or the equivalent score from Pearson, TOEFL iBIT, Cambridge Advanced English or Occupational English Test