Glyndwr University Granted Further UKVI Extension

Glyndwr University have been granted a further extension in responding to issues raised by UKVI, however their sponsorship remains suspended.

Last month it was reported that the university’s sponsorship status remained suspended following further conversations with UKVI (UK Visas & Immigration).

Back in June Glyndwr University was stripped of its ‘Highly Trusted Sponsor Status’ following allegations that at least 230 students had invalid English language certificates.

This resulted in a sponsorship suspension for the university while investigations took place. The decision resulted in the university being removed from the register of licensed Tier 4 providers while the Home Office conducted further investigations into its ability to fulfil its sponsorship duties.

The suspension was imposed by the Home Office after it was revealed that an estimated 230 students had invalid English language certificates.

Glyndwr University was one of three universities and 57 private colleges to have had their licences either suspended or temporarily suspended; meaning the university cannot sponsor new international students.

The suspension came as part of a nationwide investigations into allegations that some students had been using fraudulent English Language tests to gain their visas.

The initial ‘final decision’ day was set to be August 26th, however Wrexham.com was told by the university that UKVI were seeking clarification on a ‘small number of issues’.

A spokesperson for the university said: “Glyndwr University has requested an extension to respond to the issues raised by the UKVI regarding the current suspension of the University’s HTS licence. The extension has been granted up to October 8. The University remains in positive discussions with the UKVI.

“We have no further comment to make at this time.”