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Your success is important and we provide the tools and resources as well as world class trainers to support you.
The Professional Year Program develops your skills to gain employment and succeed in your chosen field. Our trainers bring years of industry experience into the classroom to ensure you get the most from your internship placement. There are also excellent resources to help you enrol and then to excel during your ACAP Professional Year.
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Program Services
We provide more than just an internship.
With each of our programs, we offer additional training and courses, software, activities and networking events to maximise your experience with us. Set yourself up for career success with our exclusive services.
- Orientation
- Social Activities and Events
- Networking Events
- Ongoing Career Counselling
- English Test Preparation (IELTS/PTE-A)


Coursework
The 32 week coursework component of the Professional Year is broken up into eight topics. Each topic is delivered over four weeks^: two weeks of classroom sessions, one week of internship preparation (interviews, CV writing and digital portfolio development) and one week filled with workplace simulated activities.
- Professional Year Program job preparation topics
- Program enhancements for Professional Year Program participants
- Advanced courses for Professional Year in Engineering
English Language Requirement
You will need to provide proof* of English language proficiency when you apply for one of our programs.
We accept scores from the following programs or tests as meeting the English language proficiency requirements for our programs:
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE-A)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL iBT)


Visa Information
As an international student, you must have a suitable visa.
We can assist you throughout the process of obtaining a visa; however, we strongly suggest that you visit the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) website in Australia or consult a migration agent for immigration advice. There are a range of different visas that are suitable for our programs.
Refer to the information below to find out more information on your visa requirements.
How to Apply
You can apply for a Professional Year Program using our online application form. But first, you can explore our three programs and check your eligibility for each. You can also read more about the forms you will need and how you can pay.
Check out the information in How to Apply:


Payment Options
There are a few ways to pay for student fees and charges, depending if you are paying in Australia or from overseas.
Make sure to check if there are any relevant promotions that you can take advantage of and also review the fees for your chosen PYP carefully, as they vary from program to program.
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Apply for your Professional Year or give us a call to discuss your options.