The Australian Government has updated the English language requirements for Student and Temporary Graduate visas, effective from 23 March 2024. The least test score for a Student visa has increased from IELTS 5.5 to 6.0, while for students undertaking an English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) course, it has been raised from IELTS 4.5 to 5.0. For university foundation or pathway programs delivering reputable English language training, it has been set at IELTS 5.5. For Temporary Graduate visas, the minimum test score has been raised from IELTS 6.0 to 6.5, with a minimum score of 5.5 for each component.