The Australian government has decided to increase the minimum English language requirements for student and graduate visas. This means that the minimum score required for English proficiency tests such as IELTS, TOEFL and Duolingo English test will now be increased. Also, the government has decided to apply additional scrutiny to high-risk student applications and crack down on unscrupulous education providers.
Additionally, the government will introduce a new Genuine Student test for all international students, which will incentivize applications from genuine students and discourage non-genuine students, whose primary intention is to work rather than study, from accessing Australia’s international education system. This test will replace the existing Genuine Temporary Entrant requirement to acknowledge that post-study temporary migration (and beyond) pathways are available for those who may be eligible.
