Australia PR Points: Age 44, Doctorate (PhD), Superior English

A single applicant aged 44 with a doctorate (phd), superior English and 5-7 years of overseas experience scores:

75pointsMeets the 65-point pass mark (+10)

Points breakdown (subclass 189)

Age (44)15
English (Superior)20
Overseas skilled employment (5-7 years)10
Qualification (Doctorate (PhD))20
Partner (single or partner is citizen/PR)10
Total points75
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Ways to add points

ScenarioNew totalGain
State nomination - subclass 19080+5
Regional nomination - subclass 49190+15
NAATI community language credential80+5
Complete a Professional Year80+5
Reach 8+ years overseas80+5

Age outlook

This is the last year you can be invited - applicants aged 45 or over are not eligible for 189, 190 or 491.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Australia PR points does a 44-year-old with superior English get?

With a doctorate (phd), superior English and 5-7 years of overseas experience, a single applicant aged 44 scores 75 points for subclass 189.

Is 65 points enough for an invitation?

65 is only the minimum to lodge an Expression of Interest. Invitation rounds rank candidates and many occupations need considerably more, so treat higher scores as safer.