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Several hundred overseas learners will successfully take up their offered university positions following talks involving the UK immigration department and UCL finished with the officials granting extra visas.

Study Permit Allowance Problems

Numerous of students, a significant number from China, were stuck in a difficult situation after UCL miscalculated the applications for places this session and exceeded its allocation of confirmation of acceptance for studies digital records permitted by the UK visa officials.

University Statement of Remorse and Financial Support

University College London expressed regret to those affected, informing them it was "deeply regretful for the disturbance and confusion", and giving to cover £1,000 costs for submissions made through the UK immigration system's "fast-track option".

We're pleased to confirm our affected foreign learners that they can finally begin their courses at UCL.

Unprecedented Applications

The institution said "an unprecedented increase in demand" was the reason behind the over-recruitment, and had at first informed students with secured spots that they should defer until the following academic year, causing many to complain they faced economic disadvantages after early booking for flights and accommodation.

Positive Solution

After negotiations between UCL and the UK visa officials at the conclusion of last week, students were told that they would obtain entry permits in the end.

A spokesperson for University College London commented: "We wholeheartedly express regret to all those who have been concerned by the ongoing confusion and we are exceptionally grateful for their cooperation. Our teams are now moving rapidly to contact scholars individually with updates and support.

Learner Responses

A number of applicants mentioned they had received electronic messages from University College London within the recent couple of days confirming their CAS documents would be issued, a essential prerequisite to be granted a education visa. Some said they had still not been given verification.

A learner expressed: "I'm ecstatic to be able to pursue education in the Britain. We were told many different things since recent weeks, it was extremely difficult. I was already obligated to covering costs for lodging in the capital, with no repayment available, so I am extremely grateful."

National Impact

Approximately 200 applicants from China were concerned, with some already in the UK at the conclusion of last month for the beginning of the educational period. Those on taught postgraduate courses were told they had to be in attendance by 10 October or lose their spot.

We deeply appreciate for your patience with this situation and we are truly apologetic for the disruption and confusion which this will have created you.