'London Metropolitan University had their Tier 4 visa licence revoked on 29 August 2012. You can find out more here. '
Information about London Metropolitan University
London Metropolitan University had their Tier 4 visa licence withdrawn on 29 August 2012. This decision by the UK Border Agency means London Metropolitan University can no longer sponsor students from outside the European Economic Area with a Tier 4 visa.
What does this mean for students attending other UK universities?
This action by the UKBA against London Metropolitan University will not affect international students registered with other UK institutions.
What does this mean for students from the European Economic Area who are enrolled at London Metropolitan University?
Students from the European Economic Area who are registered at London Metropolitan University are not affected by this decision.
What does this mean for Tier 4 visa students who are enrolled at London Metropolitan University?
Please visit UKBA for the latest information or call the London Metropolitan University helpline: +44 (0)20 7133 4141.
What is being done to support students affected by this decision?
A government-led taskforce has been created, which includes the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE), the UK Higher Education International Unit, Universities UK, the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS), the UK Border Agency and the National Union of Students.
The taskforce will work with London Metropolitan to support those affected and enable appropriately qualified genuine students to find another institution where they can continue their studies in the UK. The taskforce will start work immediately.
Please see UKBA for more details or call the London Metropolitan University helpline +44 (0)20 7133 4141.
Does this mean a London Metropolitan degree is worthless?
Absolutely not. This decision does not relate to the quality of education provided by London Metropolitan. UK universities are audited by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) which safeguards quality and standards in UK Universities and colleges, so that students have the best possible learning experience. Reports on the quality of UK higher education institutions are available from the QAA website.
Where can I go for further information?
Please check the UKCISA website for further information about visas and immigration or the UKBA website, which also offers guidance on applying for a visa.
