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Several hundred overseas students will finally get to take up their promised places following negotiations between the UK immigration department and UCL finished with the government granting additional entry permits.

Immigration Quota Problems

Hundreds of students, many from the Chinese mainland, were stuck in a difficult situation after University College London miscalculated the interest for study spots this session and went over its quota of confirmation of acceptance for studies electronic documents permitted by the UK visa officials.

University Apology and Compensation

the institution expressed regret to those impacted, informing them it was "truly apologetic for the disruption and uncertainty", and giving to compensate £1,000 expenses for applications made through British visa authorities' "expedited processing".

We're delighted to guarantee our concerned foreign scholars that they can at last begin their education at University College London.

Extraordinary Demand

The educational establishment said "an unprecedented increase in applications" was responsible for the surplus intake, and had originally told students with secured spots that they should delay until next year, leading many to complain they faced economic disadvantages after advance payment for transportation and lodging.

Positive Solution

Following talks between University College London and the immigration authorities at the conclusion of last weekend, students were informed that they would be granted visas after all.

A spokesperson for UCL commented: "We deeply apologise to all those who have been affected by the recent period of confusion and we are exceptionally appreciative for their understanding. Our personnel are now moving rapidly to contact learners directly with information and support.

Learner Feedback

A number of learners said they had obtained electronic messages from UCL within the past 48 hours saying their CAS documents would be released, a crucial necessity to be awarded a student visa. A few said they had yet to obtained confirmation.

An applicant commented: "I'm thrilled to be able to learn in the UK. We were advised conflicting messages since last month, it was incredibly challenging. I was already obligated to covering costs for housing in the city, with non-refundable payments available, so I am extremely grateful."

National Effect

Approximately 200 students from China were concerned, with a number already in the Britain at the end of the previous month for the start of the academic session. Those on taught postgraduate courses were advised they required to be present by 10 October or give up their place.

We're extremely grateful for your understanding with this matter and we are truly apologetic for the disturbance and uncertainty which this will have caused you.