🔗 Share this article Home Office Approves Supplementary Student Visas for University College London International Learners Hundreds overseas learners will finally get to secure their offered places following negotiations between the UK immigration department and the London-based university finished with the authorities issuing additional visas. Study Permit Allocation Issues Hundreds of students, plenty from East Asia, found themselves in uncertainty after University College London failed to accurately predict the interest for study spots this year and exceeded its allowance of study acceptance confirmation online certificates allowed by the immigration authorities. Educational Establishment Regret and Financial Support University College London issued an apology to those concerned, advising them it was "truly apologetic for the interruption and doubt", and offering to compensate £1,000 costs for applications made through the UK immigration system's "super priority service". We're happy to be able to assure our concerned foreign learners that they can now commence their courses at UCL. Exceptional Interest The educational establishment said "an unprecedented increase in applications" was responsible for the surplus intake, and had at first informed students with guaranteed places that they should delay until the following academic year, resulting in many to express concern they experienced financial losses after pre-paying for flights and housing. Positive Outcome Subsequent to discussions between UCL and the Home Office at the conclusion of last weekend, scholars were advised that they would obtain entry permits ultimately. A university representative for University College London commented: "We deeply apologize to all those who have been affected by the recent period of doubt and we are exceptionally appreciative for their understanding. Our teams are now moving rapidly to communicate with students individually with updates and assistance. Learner Responses Several learners reported they had been sent electronic messages from University College London within the last two days saying their study acceptance confirmations would be provided, a crucial requirement to be issued a education visa. Several mentioned they had not yet been given confirmation. One student expressed: "I'm thrilled to be able to pursue education in the Britain. We were told conflicting messages since the previous month, it was extremely difficult. I was already committed to paying for lodging in the capital, with non-refundable payments offered, so I am extremely grateful." Geographic Effect Roughly 200 students from China were impacted, with several already in the UK at the end of the previous month for the start of the educational period. Those on master's programs were told they had to be present by 10 October or lose their position. We deeply appreciate for your cooperation with this matter and we are extremely sorry for the inconvenience and doubt which this will have generated you.