🔗 Share this article

Hundreds international learners will successfully claim their offered places subsequent to discussions among the UK immigration department and UCL finished with the officials approving supplementary visas.

Visa Allocation Difficulties

Hundreds of students, many from the Chinese mainland, had been left in limbo after University College London miscalculated the demand for study spots this academic year and went over its quota of study acceptance confirmation online certificates authorized by the Home Office.

University Regret and Financial Support

University College London offered apologies to those affected, informing them it was "extremely sorry for the disturbance and doubt", and providing to cover £1,000 expenses for applications made through the UK immigration system's "super priority service".

We're pleased to be able to assure our affected foreign learners that they can now begin their courses at our university.

Unprecedented Demand

The educational establishment said "an unprecedented increase in interest" was the reason behind the surplus intake, and had originally advised scholars with guaranteed positions that they should delay until the subsequent session, causing many to voice dissatisfaction they encountered monetary setbacks after pre-paying for flights and lodging.

Successful Solution

After discussions between University College London and the UK visa officials at the close of last weekend, scholars were informed that they would be granted study visas ultimately.

An official representative for the institution stated: "We sincerely apologize to all those who have been concerned by the recent period of uncertainty and we are extremely thankful for their cooperation. Our personnel are now working quickly to communicate with scholars personally with news and assistance.

Applicant Reactions

A number of applicants reported they had obtained emails from the university within the recent couple of days saying their study acceptance confirmations would be provided, a key requirement to be granted a study permit. Some said they had not yet received confirmation.

A learner commented: "I'm ecstatic to be able to study in the United Kingdom. We were told many different things since recent weeks, it was very stressful. I was already obligated to arranging lodging in London, with non-refundable payments possible, so I am very relieved."

National Impact

Approximately 200 learners from China were impacted, with several already in the Britain at the close of last month for the commencement of the educational period. Those on graduate studies were informed they required to be present by 10 October or give up their spot.

We cannot thank you enough for your understanding with this matter and we are truly apologetic for the disturbance and uncertainty which this will have generated you.