Your Data Scientist PR Points Score
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189 Score
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Not available (CSOL)
Not Points-Tested
190 Score (+5)
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Not available (CSOL)
Not Points-Tested
491 Score (+15)
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Not available (CSOL)
Not Points-Tested
Data Scientist (224115) is on the CSOL, not the MLTSSL/STSOL, so the points-tested 189/190/491 visas aren't currently available. See employer-sponsored options below.
Calculate Full Score →Australian PR Points for Data Scientist, ANZSCO 224115
Data Scientists (ANZSCO 224115) represent a rapidly growing profession within Australia's digital and tech sectors. This occupation sits on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), not the MLTSSL or STSOL, which means the points-tested subclass 189, 190, and 491 visas are not currently available — your pathways are the employer-sponsored subclass 482 (Skills in Demand) and subclass 186 visas. Note that PhD or research master's degree holders in STEM fields may still claim the specialist education bonus (+10 points) if applying under a different, points-tested occupation code.
Subclass 482: Skills in Demand
Employer-sponsored, CSOL Core Skills stream
Since Data Scientist is on the CSOL, this employer-sponsored visa is the main temporary pathway, requiring a nominating employer and a positive skills assessment.
Subclass 186: Employer Nomination
Employer-sponsored, permanent
The direct-entry or transition streams of the subclass 186 visa offer a permanent employer-sponsored pathway for CSOL occupations like Data Scientist.
The points-tested subclass 189, 190, and 491 visas are not currently available for ANZSCO 224115, since it isn't on the MLTSSL, STSOL, or ROL.
Your Data Scientist Score Across All Three Visa Pathways
| Subclass 189 | Subclass 190 | Subclass 491 |
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| Nomination bonus | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Occupation list status | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Primary assessing body | N/A | N/A | N/A |
ANZSCO 224115 is on the CSOL, not the MLTSSL/STSOL/ROL, so it isn't part of the points-tested SkillSelect system these subclasses use. Assessment and pathway details for this occupation appear in the Skills Assessment section below.
Skills Assessment for Data Scientist
A positive skills assessment is mandatory before you can submit an EOI in SkillSelect.
Data Scientist (ANZSCO 224115) is assessed by the Australian Computer Society (ACS)
| Assessing body | Australian Computer Society (ACS) |
| Official portal | acs.org.au |
| Processing time | 4 to 12 weeks standard (priority options exist) |
| Approximate fee | AUD $625–$1,498 |
| Assessment type | General Skills, Post Australian Study, or RPL |
| Qualification required | Bachelor degree or higher (ICT/STEM related) |
When applying through the ACS, your evidence must clearly demonstrate statistical analysis, machine learning, and advanced data modelling, rather than general business analysis. A strong foundation in tools like Python, R, and SQL should be evident in your employment references.
⚠ Warning: Your skills assessment must remain valid at the time you receive your Invitation to Apply, not just when you lodge your EOI. ACS assessments are typically valid for two years for migration purposes. If your assessment is nearing expiry, secure a new one before your EOI lapses.
→ Complete ACS Skills Assessment GuideVisa Pathways for Data Scientists: Why State Nomination Doesn't Apply
Because Data Scientist (224115) is on the CSOL rather than the MLTSSL, STSOL, or ROL, state and territory 190/491 nomination programmes — which draw from those federal points-tested lists — don't currently cover this occupation code.
If you want a points-tested pathway (189/190/491), check whether your work is more accurately described by a different, currently-listed ANZSCO code (for example, a broader analyst or ICT code your skills also fit). Otherwise, your realistic routes as a Data Scientist are employer sponsorship under the subclass 482 or 186 visas, both of which rely on a specific employer nominating you.
Building a Stronger Profile as a Data Scientist
Since ANZSCO 224115 doesn't currently carry points-tested (189/190/491) eligibility, these Schedule 6D point values only come into play if you separately qualify under a different, currently-listed occupation code — but they're worth understanding regardless, since assessing bodies and employers value the same underlying skills.
1. Superior English
Securing Superior English (e.g., IELTS 8.0 or PTE 79) adds 20 points overall (a 10-point jump from Proficient). This is arguably the single most effective way to strengthen an application under any occupation code.
→ Read the points-improvement guide2. STEM Education Bonus
Many Data Scientists overlook the specialist education bonus. If you have a research master's or PhD in a STEM discipline, you could be eligible for a valuable 10 extra points if applying under a points-tested code.
→ Education points guide| Strategy | Points Gained | Time Required | Reform Risk |
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| Superior English (if at Proficient) | +10 | 2-6 months | Low |
| Australian work exp (1 more year) | +5 | 1 year | Low |
| NAATI CCL (if bilingual) | +5 | 3-6 months | Medium |
| Professional Year | +5 | 12 months | HIGH |
How the 2026 Reform Affects Data Scientists
⚠ The 2026 points test reform is proposed, not yet legislated. The current Schedule 6D system remains fully in effect until Parliament passes the changes.
Although the exact points allocation is still being debated, Data Science sits squarely in the "digital" priority sector. If reform (or a future occupation list update) brings ANZSCO 224115 onto a points-tested list, the proposed emphasis on high income potential and STEM qualifications would likely favour experienced Data Scientists with strong salaries.
→ Learn more about the 2026 points test reform