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Hundreds overseas scholars will finally get to take up their promised places following discussions involving the UK immigration department and the London-based university concluded with the authorities issuing extra student visas.

Study Permit Allocation Problems

Numerous of learners, many from the Chinese mainland, found themselves in uncertainty after University College London miscalculated the interest for places this year and went over its allocation of study acceptance confirmation online certificates permitted by the UK visa officials.

Institution Apology and Compensation

the institution expressed regret to those affected, advising them it was "deeply regretful for the interruption and uncertainty", and offering to pay £1,000 expenses for submissions made through the UK immigration system's "expedited processing".

We're pleased to guarantee our concerned overseas students that they can at last start their studies at University College London.

Unprecedented Applications

The institution said "an extraordinary surge in applications" was caused by the excessive admissions, and had originally told scholars with guaranteed spots that they should postpone until the subsequent session, causing many to voice dissatisfaction they experienced monetary setbacks after early booking for travel and lodging.

Favorable Outcome

Following negotiations between the university and the immigration authorities at the close of last weekend, scholars were advised that they would receive visas ultimately.

An official representative for UCL stated: "We wholeheartedly apologize to all those who have been affected by the recent confusion and we are extremely appreciative for their patience. Our personnel are now moving rapidly to contact scholars personally with information and help.

Student Reactions

Some learners mentioned they had received electronic messages from University College London within the recent couple of days saying their study acceptance confirmations would be provided, a crucial prerequisite to be awarded a study permit. Several reported they had still not been given verification.

One student expressed: "I'm ecstatic to be able to learn in the United Kingdom. We were advised conflicting messages since recent weeks, it was incredibly challenging. I was already committed to arranging housing in London, with no refund available, so I am quite thankful."

National Consequences

About 200 students from China were concerned, with several already in the United Kingdom at the close of the previous month for the start of the academic session. Those on master's programs were informed they needed to be on campus by 10 October or give up their spot.

We cannot thank you enough for your cooperation with this situation and we are truly apologetic for the inconvenience and doubt which this will have caused you.