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What is a Australian Computer Society (ACS)
The Australian Computer Society (ACS) is the designated authority responsible for assessing the skills and qualifications of information and communication technology (ICT) professionals seeking to migrate to Australia or to obtain recognition for their qualifications and work experience. The ACS skill assessment process involves a comprehensive evaluation of an applicant’s qualifications, work experience, and competencies against the Australian ICT standards. The assessment is based on a combination of document review, interviews, and practical assessments, as required. The outcome of the ACS skill assessment determines whether an applicant’s qualifications and work experience meet the Australian ICT standards and whether they are eligible to apply for migration or recognition of their qualifications and work experience in Australia. The ACS provides skill assessment services for different categories of ICT professionals, including software engineers, network administrators, web developers, and database administrators, among others. The ACS skill assessment process is highly regarded by employers, professional bodies, and regulatory authorities, both in Australia and internationally.
Occupations Involved
Engineers Australia recognizes four occupational categories for skilled migration. These categories are based on educational qualifications and experience.
- ICT Business Analyst
- Systems Analyst
- Software Engineer
- Developer Programmer
- Network Administrator
- Database Administrator
- Web Developer
- ICT Security Specialist
- ICT Project Manager
- ICT Quality Assurance Engineer
- Multimedia Specialist
- ICT Support Engineer
- ICT Manager
Types of Skill Assessment
The Australian Computer Society (ACS) offers four types of application processes.
- Australia Qualification Pathway
- Washington Accord Pathway
- Sydney Accord Pathway
- Dublin Accord Pathway
- Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) Pathway
Eligibility Criteria
The ACS skills assessment process evaluates an applicant’s qualifications, employment history, and work experience against ANZSCO requirements. This includes assessing qualification comparability to AQF and examining coursework relevance. Work experience is also evaluated for its relevance to the nominated occupation, and minimum requirements for ICT-related occupations are listed in an ACS-provided table. In short, the process determines an applicant’s suitability for their nominated occupation.
| Minimum required qualification for AQF level | Required ICT Course Content | Qualification Relevance to ANZSCO | Required Relevant Work Experience | Application Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian bachelor’s degree or higher | ICT Major | Closely related to the nominated occupation | Not Required | Temporary Graduate – 485 |
| Australian bachelor’s degree or higher | ICT Major | Closely related to the nominated occupation | 1-year relevant ICT work experience required after the completion of Australian qualification or ACS Professional Year Program | Post Australian Study Skills Assessment |
| Non-Australian bachelor’s degree or higher | ICT Major | Closely related to the nominated occupation | 2 years relevant ICT work experience completed in the last 10 years OR 4 years relevant ICT work experience completed anytime in past work history | Skills |
| ICT Major | Not closely related to the nominated occupation | 4 years relevant ICT work experience completed anytime in past work history | Skills | |
| Non-Australian bachelor’s degree or higher | ICT Major | Closely related to the nominated occupation | 5 years relevant ICT work experience completed in the last 10 years OR 6 years relevant ICT work experience completed anytime in past work history | Skills |
| Non-Australian bachelor’s degree or higher | ICT Major | Not closely related to the nominated occupation | 6 years relevant ICT work experience completed anytime in past work history | Skills |
| Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree | ICT Major | Closely related to the nominated occupation | 5 years relevant ICT work experience completed in the last 10 years OR 6 years relevant ICT work experience completed anytime in past work history | Skills |
| Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree | ICT Major | Not closely related to the nominated occupation | 6 years relevant ICT work experience completed anytime in past work history | Skills |
| Non-ICT Diploma or higher | Not Required | Not Required | 6 years relevant ICT work experience completed anytime in past work history plus a successful RPL application | RPL |
| N/A | Not Required | Not Required | 8 years relevant ICT work experience completed anytime in past work history plus a successful RPL application | RPL |
Document Checklist
CV/Resume.
Change of Name evidence (If applicable).
Priority Request application evidence (if applicable).
Title of the qualification.
Name of University or Institution.
Date the qualification was completed.
Academic Transcripts.
Title of the qualification.
Name of University or Institution.
Date the qualification was completed.
Subject names and grades or marks achieved.Degree/Award certificate.
Title of the qualification.
Name of University or Institution.
Date the qualification was completed.
Academic Transcripts.
Title of the qualification.
Name of University or Institution.
Date the qualification was completed.
Subject names and grades or marks achieved.
Title of the qualification.
Name of University or Institution.
Date the qualification was completed.
Academic Transcripts.
Title of the qualification.
Name of University or Institution.
Date the qualification was completed.
Subject names and grades or marks achieved.
Start and Finish Dates of Employment.
Details of Duties Performed.
The number of hours worked per week.
Employment Type – Full time or Part-time.
Country of employment.
Must be on employer’s letterhead and signed by the authorized signatory along with his name, job title, and contact information.
Payment Evidence – e.g., Payslips, Bank Statements, Taxation Records, insurance, or superannuation records, etc.
Self-written Statutory Declaration.
Start and Finish Dates of Self-Employment.
Occupation of Self-Employment.
Nature and duties you performed at work.
Number of staff employed and their occupations (if applicable).
Business registration certificates.
Accountant statement on the letterhead.
Client’s references.
Payment evidence from the clients.
Evidence working with the clients.
The latest version of the RPL form must be used (refer to our website)
The knowledge and project sections must comply with our guidelines
Note: If any of the documents are not in the English language, you need to submit the original document along with its translation into English from accredited translators.