🔗 Share this article Home Office Grants Supplementary Entry Permits for UCL Foreign Learners Numerous overseas students will successfully take up their promised places subsequent to talks between the government visa authorities and UCL concluded with the officials granting extra visas. Study Permit Allocation Issues Several hundred of scholars, plenty from the Chinese mainland, were stuck in a difficult situation after the university failed to accurately predict the applications for positions this academic year and surpassed its allocation of CAS electronic documents authorized by the UK visa officials. Institution Statement of Remorse and Assistance the institution offered apologies to those affected, advising them it was "deeply regretful for the disruption and confusion", and giving to cover £1,000 fees for applications made through British visa authorities' "super priority service". We're happy to be able to assure our affected international learners that they can finally commence their education at our university. Unprecedented Demand The educational establishment said "an extraordinary surge in interest" was responsible for the over-recruitment, and had originally told learners with guaranteed positions that they should delay until the following academic year, leading many to voice dissatisfaction they encountered economic disadvantages after early booking for flights and lodging. Favorable Solution After discussions between UCL and the UK visa officials at the conclusion of last week, scholars were advised that they would receive visas ultimately. A spokesperson for UCL commented: "We deeply express regret to all those who have been affected by the ongoing doubt and we are incredibly thankful for their patience. Our personnel are now moving rapidly to communicate with scholars individually with news and help. Learner Responses A number of students mentioned they had received electronic messages from UCL within the last two days confirming their CAS documents would be issued, a key necessity to be awarded a student visa. A few reported they had yet to obtained official notice. A learner said: "I am overjoyed to be able to learn in the United Kingdom. We were informed conflicting messages since the previous month, it was very stressful. I was already obligated to arranging accommodation in the capital, with non-refundable payments available, so I am quite thankful." Geographic Effect Approximately 200 students from China were concerned, with some already in the UK at the conclusion of last month for the start of the educational period. Those on graduate studies were advised they required to be present by 10 October or lose their place. We're extremely grateful for your patience with this situation and we are deeply regretful for the disruption and doubt which this will have created you.