There are several common reasons why a student visa application may be refused by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. These reasons include:

• Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement: The GTE requirement is used to assess whether a student visa applicant is a genuine temporary entrant to Australia. If the department is not satisfied that the applicant genuinely intends to stay in Australia temporarily for the purpose of study, the visa may be refused.

• Financial requirements: Student visa applicants must provide evidence that they have sufficient funds to cover their tuition fees, living expenses, and any other costs associated with their stay in Australia. If the department is not satisfied that the applicant can meet these financial requirements, the visa may be refused.

• English language proficiency: Student visa applicants must demonstrate their English language proficiency by providing evidence of their scores in a recognized English language test, such as IELTS or TOEFL. If the department is not satisfied that the applicant meets the English language requirements for their course of study, the visa may be refused.

• Academic requirements: Student visa applicants must meet the academic requirements for their course of study, including any prerequisites or minimum academic standards. If the department is not satisfied that the applicant meets these requirements, the visa may be refused.

• Health and character requirements: Student visa applicants must meet health and character requirements to be granted a visa. If the department is not satisfied that the applicant meets these requirements, the visa may be refused.

It is important to carefully review the requirements and seek professional advice before applying for a student visa in Australia to minimise the risk of refusal.