Applying for a HSP visa (academia track)

Hello!

I decided to apply for an HSP visa instead of renewing my current work visa (Professor) for some reasons. And I have so many questions, as the explanations are pretty vague.

In the list of achievements for points, there is an option if the university I have graduated from is in the top of 2/3 rankings. I am wondering if this applies to the most recent degree? For example, I have a PhD, but I got my Master's from the uni that falls under this criterion. I would naturally say that yes, this is about the most recent degree. However, this point is so separated from the degree part, and there is no explanation of that at all.

Regarding the list of publications, some people say the immigration office will accept only the Scopus database, but others say the WoS is also fine. What was your personal experience?

Thank you in advance!

by natashasuzu