Australia

Yes, Griffith University is generally considered safe for Indian students. The university receives 4.5 stars out of 5 for safety as part of the Griffith University student reviews on Shiksha Study Abroad.

• Security personnel patrol the campus 24/7
• If you are studying/working late, security officers can safely accompany you to your vehicle or public transport hubs
• Student Safety and Wellbeing Team to help students with matters related to concerning behavior, harassment, sexual assault, or bullying
• Point-to-Point golf cart service to help navigate hilly terrains safely at night

Some of them are as follows:

• Weak GS Requirement
• Insufficient financial proof
• Incomplete application/missing documents
• Low English test score
• Expired passport
• Character-test failure
• Missing CoE (onshore applicants)

Yes, you can lodge a new application, though addressing the specific refusal reason first (and considering an AAT appeal where applicable) is strongly recommended before reapplying.

India was reclassified from Evidence Level 2 to Evidence Level 3 (the highest-risk tier) effective January 8, 2026, triggering stricter financial documentation, manual verification, and closer Genuine Student scrutiny.

Around 40% of Indian applicants for Subclass 500 (higher education) visas were refused in February 2026. As per Department of Home Affairs data, the highest level in over two decades, driven largely by India's move to Evidence Level 3.

No. You can use IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or other approved tests. IELTS exam is simply the most common choice among Indian students.

Try to score high so that you can get your student visa approved soon.

Common reasons for refusal of an Australian student visa include weak Genuine Student answers.

Other than this, unclear funding sources and incomplete documents. Review your application carefully or consult a registered migration agent before you reapply.