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Pick the goal that fits you. Requirements differ for study, work and migration.

Studying in Australia

  • list?.image?.titleStudy: 6.0 to 7.5 band score
  • list?.image?.titleMost courses need IELTS Academic
  • list?.image?.titleYour university and the visa each set a minimum. The higher applies.

Working or migrating to Australia

  • list?.image?.titleMigration: 6.0 to 9.0, varies by visa and points
  • list?.image?.titleWork: 6.0 to 8.0, varies by visa and skills assessment authority
  • list?.image?.titleA higher band can earn more points on skilled visas

Your university and your visa each set their own minimum, and the higher one applies. Check each band as well as the overall score, and plan your test around your intake or application date. Visa rules change, so confirm on the Department of Home Affairs site.

Most study applications use IELTS Academic. Work and skilled migration can use General Training or Academic, depending on the visa and assessing body. Results are valid for two years.

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Minimum IELTS Score for Australia University

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IELTS Score for Australia work and PR Application

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