A job offer in the UK and the ability to speak English will get you 50 points. The additional 20 points required to qualify can be gained through any of the following:

  • Having a job offer that pays you £26,000 or above per annum will give you 20 points.
  • 10 points will be awarded for a relevant Ph.D. or 20 points for a Ph.D. in a STEM subject.
  • 20 points will be given for a job offer where there’s a skill shortage.

Category

Maximum points

Job offer

20 points

Job at appropriate skill level

20 points

English speaking skills

10 points

Salary of £26,000 and above or relevant Ph.D. in a STEM subject

10 + 10 = 20 points

Total

70 points