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As of 2021, the Australian government has updated its English language proficiency requirements for certain visa categories, with the aim of ensuring that applicants have the necessary language skills to integrate into Australian society and participate in the workforce. The changes mainly affects the visa categories of Skilled Migration, Business Innovation and Investment, Student, and Temporary Graduate.

The new English language tests that have been accepted by the government are:

• IELTS (General or Academic)
• PTE (Academic)
• TOEFL iBT
• Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)

Additionally, the government has also introduced a minimum score requirement for each test, which varies depending on the visa category and level of the visa applicant.

It is also important to note that the changes are subject to change as the pandemic situation evolve and testing centers availability change, so it’s recommended to check the official government website for the latest information.

As of 2021, the Australian government has set minimum English language proficiency score requirements for different levels of entry into universities. These requirements vary depending on the visa category and level of the visa applicant.

For undergraduate courses, the minimum score requirements are:

• IELTS: 6.0 overall with no band less than 6.0
• PTE: 50 overall with no communicative skill less than 36
• TOEFL iBT: 79 overall with no section less than 18
• Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 overall with no section less than 169

For postgraduate coursework, the minimum score requirements are:

• IELTS: 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
• PTE: 58 overall with no communicative skill less than 36
• TOEFL iBT: 92 overall with no section less than 20
• Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 185 overall with no section less than 169

It’s important to note that these requirements may change as per the university’s policies and the government’s rules, so it’s recommended to check with the university or the official government website for the latest information.