[brian]

Hi there,

So i officially did my English exam and got the superior English result (90 points in each discipline for PTE academic) that was required for award of the 20 extra points.

Now I’m looking to submit the expression of interest. Will submitting an EOI negatively affect if I attempt to study as well?

I want to pursue all options but wary that if I try to apply for a student visa, with the genuine entry declaration and they see an expression of interest in skill select they may then deny my student visa?

Any useful guide or tips for submitting the EOI, I really don’t want to make any mistakes in the application.

Thanks.

[brian]

Hi Mark thanks for the response.

I’m also looking into trying to study a diploma in Australia. Would that be an option to boost my points further? I have heard that mature age students are often not granted a study visa or it can be very difficult to get one. I feel like studying there could be great as I could get into Australia as a student, make connections in the field and occupation whilst studying; boost my skills, get into the area; boost my scores and then potential have a better chance or perhaps a bridging course.

Is there anything else I can do other than switching my job. It’s a difficult time and not the best idea to switch jobs but I am quite open to it as I really want to improve my chances of getting in.

I’ve also done some calculations and with current 70points, and then state nomination I would be up to 85 points. So quite significant over the bare minimum of 65. Or so I am trying to hope.. lol