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July 16^th 2010 - Tens of thousands of people are set to miss out on a university place in the UK this year after record numbers applied. But this is an estimate based on the number of places allocated in UK universities last year, with some additions for extra places in England........ July 15^th 2010 - Fulham and Chelsea College receives formal apology from "Advice for You" web site Managing Director Daniel Jones The College Management wishes to categorically confirm that we have never had our license suspended, downgraded or revoked since the inception of the Tier 4 Scheme......... July 09^th 2010 - The colleges say 100,000 people would be deterred from coming to the UK Mr Justice Foskett said the fresh restrictions had been achieved through altering guidelines when there should have been a formal change to the rules....... July 09^th 2010 - Fulham and Chelsea Director speaks in Sri Lanka on Studing in the UK Mathew Collins Director of Fulham and Chelsea College, author of several books on Immigration to different countries in the world and Founder and Managing Director of the multi destination visa consultancy AmblerCollins visited SriLanka in June 2010 June 22^nd 2010 - ABE qualifications offer an alternative for UK students concerned by university place shortfall Our professional qualifications offer a fast, affordable route to a university degree June 21^st 2010 - Record numbers of South Americans studying abroad with the majority coming from, Brazil, Chile and Colombia. South American students are studying abroad in record numbers. The majority of the increases are from three countries – Brazil, Chile & Colombia – and there is strong evidence that the numbers are increasing at a faster rate than in 2008, which in itself was a record year for students studying overseas. June 17^th 2010 - Outstanding Achievement Award Presented to Fulham and Chelsea College by ABE Deputy CEO Christine Gill ‘I am extremely proud that ABE has recognised us as one of their top, consistently performing colleges from over 80 countries across the world’ - Mathew Collins College Director June 14^th 2010 - Quality degrees should be more widely available, the new coalition government The university system is in need of "radical change" to provide a better deal for taxpayers and students, the universities minister has said. David Willetts said Labour had left university funding in a "mess" and the coalition needed to make £700m savings. June 13^th 2010 - The new Home Secretary was given a tour of Terminal 5, where she met frontline officers and was given a chance to see the latest detection technology in action. The new government is committed to introducing a limit on the number of non-EEA migrants who come here to work, contributing to a reduction in net migration back to the levels of the early 1990s - tens of thousands, not hundreds of thousands. If this is to happen successfully, our border must be stronger than ever before.' June 11^th 2010 - Congolese man jailed for using fake French passport in Wales to find a Job He was sentenced to nine months imprisonment by Recorder Winston Roddick QC at Newport Crown Court on Thursday 10 June. The UK Border Agency will seek his deportation from the UK on his release. June 9^th 2010 - A couple who were jailed for masterminding a massive immigration scam look set to lose more than £600,000 of their ill-gotten gains. Raids on their home and business premises in Southall, west London, uncovered thousands of counterfeit documents, stamps used in their production, passports, and thousands of pounds in cash. Following their trial, officers located more money and property belonging to the group in India. May 25^th 2010 - Rob Yeldham, director of UKBA communications advised . The UK Border Agency has today issued a warning over bogus job offers targeting foreign nationals seeking work in the UK. Several cases have been reported of bogus offers April 07^th 2010 - Only sponsors who hold a Highly Trusted sponsor licence can now offer..... Fulham & Chelsea College has applied to the UKBA to become a Highly Trusted Sponsor and is currently waiting the outcome. February 30^th 2010 - ABE Announces FCC Prize winners for December 2009 external Exams Fulham & Chelsea College are delighted to announce they have achieved three worldwide 1st prize-winners in the Dec 09 external exams held by ABE. September 9^th 2009 - Fulham and Chelsea College - Prizewinners ABE has announced that Fulham & Chelsea College has achieved three worldwide 1^st prizewinners from the June 2009 exams! April 8^th 2009 - MP Challenges "Absurd" University Immigration Rules - Through a series of parliamentary questions Winchester MP Mark Oaten is seeking to raise awareness of cumbersome and ill thought out new immigration rules targeting overseas students that are placing an unnecessary burden on the UK's universities and colleges.. April 7^th 2009 - New student visa Tier 4 Sponsorship system launches today in UK - Points-based system aims to simplify application process From 31 March 2009, international students looking to study in the UK will be able to apply for their visa through Tier 4 of the new Points Based System. April 1^st 2009 - The new Tier 4 Points Based System which starts today (1^st April 2009), the UK Government has announced that it is succeeding in stopping many Bogus Colleges Under the new Tier 4 Points Based System which starts today (1^st April), the UK government has announced that it is succeeding in stopping many bogus colleges March 30^th 2009 - Advanced Diploma in Marketing - Announced by ABE ABE announced that the Advanced Diploma in Marketing will be launched in May with first examinations in December 2009. March 23^rd 2009 - Fulham and Chelsea College Ready for Tier 4 Launch. Fulham and Chelsea College Director Mathew Collins today announced that Fulham and Chelsea College has been successful in getting it's Tier 4 Sponsorship Licence awarded from the UK Border Agency. March 23^rd 2009 - Points Based System Tier 4 Student Visa The UK Border Agency continues with the implementation of the TIER 1, 2 ,3 4 & 5 points based policy. March 23^rd 2009 - UK Education Fees fuel Campus Consumer Culture What do student newspapers complain about these days? How about this headline in Swansea University's student paper following the recent bad weather. February 27^th 2009 - Deadline Approaching for UK Education Institutions to register to Sponsor International Students The deadline is fast approaching for universities, colleges and schools who want to sponsor international students when the student tier of Britain's tough new points system goes live, the UK Border Agency warned today. February 26^th 2009 - Right of Appeal Abolished for Student Visas The right to lodge an appeal against a student visa refusal to the Asylum and Immigration Tribunal (AIT) will be abolished when Tier 4 starts at the end of March. January 28^th 2009 - Graduate Diploma available at FCC in 2009 FCC plans to be one of the first colleges in the UK to offer international students the chance to study ABE’s new Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management. January 27^th 2009 - The deadline is fast approaching for universities, colleges and schools who want to sponsor international students Fulham and Chelsea College Director Mathew Collins today announced that Fulham and Chelsea College has been successful in getting it's Tier 4 Sponsorship Licence awarded from the UK Border Agency. December 9^th 2008 - Fulham and Chelsea College announce Three (3) worldwide Prize-Winners in June 08 Exams FCC is the first UK College to achieve three (3) worldwide prize winners from one exam sitting in the June 2008 ABE exams. December 8^th 2008 - Fulham and Chelsea College is Awarded a Tier 4 License for International Students The UK Border Agency (UKBA), have confirmed that Fulham & Chelsea College (FCC) has been awarded a license under the new Tier 4 Student Visa regulations, set to be implemented by the UK government in mid 2009. December 6^th 2008 – Academics attack ‘spying’ plan University lecturers are warning that they do not want to become "immigration officers" in the enforcement of tougher rules on student visas. December 5^th 2008 – Foreign students fingerprint fear Fingerprinting of overseas students will begin this month - and university chiefs are warning that it needs to be a simple and efficient process. December 4^th 2008 – Overseas Students want study near London International students are more concerned with how close a university is to London than by the fees it charges, a study has shown. October 30^th 2008 – Roll-out of new rules of foreign students A delivery plan for the student tier of the Australian-style points system was announced by the Home Office today. September 9^th 2008 - Foreigners 'prop up' Universities The UK's universities are increasingly being propped up by income from foreign students, a report shows. September 9^th 2008 - Learning Partnerships Working Education inspectors say there is generally good collaboration between schools and colleges in England in reforming teenagers' learning. An Ofsted report said progress was good in 12 of 16 local authorities visited between April 2007 and March this year. September 9^th 2008 - Student Growth Risks widening Gap The number of students entering university has increased by 50% in a decade across industrialised countries, says a major annual survey. September 6^th 2008 - University funding is 'creaking' The National Union of Students says England's system for funding higher education is unfair and reinforces existing social inequality. September 5^th 2008 - Student Debt could top 17,000 pounds Students who started university in the UK last year can expect to owe more than £17,500 by the time they leave, according to an annual poll on debt. The Push survey of 2,000 students also suggests that the average debt tops £4,500 for each year of study - nearly 10% more than last year. August 21^st 2008 - Train to Gain - Investment in employee skills training is boost for business The Government has outlined how a massive extension of the Train to Gain service will offer bespoke skills brokerage and high quality responsive training to enable all employers to identify and then meet their skills needs. August 19^th 2008 - University used in Nigerian Scam The name of a Liverpool university has been used in an internet scam. About 15 students in Nigeria have been sent fraudulent degree offer letters purporting to be from Liverpool Hope University. August 18^th 2008 - On a new Course THE UK government has recently announced plans for the new student visa system under its overall Points Based System (PBS). Student visas will now be known as Tier 4. Immigration authorities in the UK feel that the new system will be more transparent and will simplify the immigration rules for genuine students and education providers. August 13 2008 - Interested in cheaper fees? Why you should consider enrolling today! By paying attention to Sterling's value in the foreign exchange market and, more importantly, which way it is heading can help save costs August 13 2008 - UK Student Visa system to change from next year From 2009, students coming to the UK from overseas will have to be sponsored by a college licensed by UK border agency. August 11 2008 - Nearly half of UK University Students juggle work and study A recent study made by UK Bank, Natwest has shown that nearly half of all university students in the UK will be juggling their studies with part-time work when the 2008/2009 term begins. July 18 2008 - Separate Entrance Test for UK Universities increase student financial burden. It has been revealed in a UUK (Universities UK) report that one in seven UK universities are requiring prospective students to sit separate entrance tests on top of their A-Level exams. July 3rd 2008 - Graduates take home £20,000 Graduates leaving full-time degree courses are earning an average salary of £20,000, and nearly two thirds find full-time jobs within six months of graduating, according to figures published today by the Higher Education Statistics Agency. June 12th 2008 - Sign on for benefits, sign up for skills - Purnell and Denham Compulsory training and an overhauled training system to help people get into and on at work June 12th 2008 - Language schools being used as Scams Mainstream colleges have said they repeatedly warned the government about the loophole letting immigrants pose as students at bogus language schools. June 10th 2008 - 'Bogus' language colleges raided At least eight men and a woman have been arrested in raids connected to four allegedly bogus language colleges. June 8th 2008 - Bogus college check catches 124 Almost half the colleges checked on an official list of approved providers for overseas students have been struck off, the government has said. April 29th 2008 - What Global Students Really, Really Want Recent Research has highlighted both positive and negative aspects for UK Universities who want to attract the best and the brightest international students. March 31st - Students will need to use Biometric Identity cards to immigrate to UK from April 28th From 28 April, some students who apply to extend their immigration permission in the UK will have to register their biometric details at the same time. March 28th - In the Future UK Universities could have as many as 70,000 university places unfilled Recruiters face a dearth of candidates in the future as the number of school-leavers is expected to plummet over the next decade, leaving 70,000 university places unfilled. March 20th - Working and Studying in the UK There are many opportunities for you to work in the UK both during and after your studies. These include part-time or vacation work, as well as course-related work placements. Fulham and Chelsea College will provide guidance to those students who want to pursue this path. March 17th - NEW REFORMS TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF ADULT AND YOUNG PEOPLE'S SKILLS The Government today set out the details of the transfer of £7 billion to local authorities to help colleges and sixth forms deliver the reforms needed to raise the education and training leaving age to 18. March 7th - £5 MILLION A YEAR TO HELP WOMEN GET ON AT WORK Skills Minister David Lammy today announced more support for recruitment and training to overcome the under-representation of women in five key sectors. January 24 2008 - 'Train to Gain' program Fulham and Chelsea College announced today that is an approved Learning Provider that can deliver Level 3 courses in the 'Train to Gain' program. January 23 2008 - Train to Gain Pilot to tackle gender inequalities faced by women in the workplaced The UK economy could benefit by between £15 billion and £23 billion each year if gender segregation in the workplace is tackled, according to the Women and Work Commission Report (Feb 2006). January 16 2007 - Bogus College check catches 124 Nearly half the colleges checked on an official list of approved providers for overseas students have been struck off, the government has said. Because of fears about bogus colleges, the governments inspection of 256 colleges since 2005 has led to 124 being removed from the list. December 31 2007 - Denham - Improve your Management Skills and Grow your business in 2008 with "Train to Gain" Mr Denham made his call to action to highlight how small businesses can take advantage of a huge expansion of Government funded training which will start later in the New Year. November 27, 2007 - The item from the UKCISA - Newsletter (UK Council for International Student Affairs) 'Short term student' entry clearance and extensions Home Office approach to overstayers shifts radically Student Batch Scheme Academic Technology Approval Scheme Latest UKCISA Briefing November 22, 2007 - John Denham outlined the three strands of work that are percived to be crucial to the future of prosperity of Britain Secretary of State John Denham, for the Department of innovation, Universities and Skills, Speech: Association of Colleges, November 14, 2007 5:13 PM - The UK Prime Minister Has Announced The Creation Of The UK Border Agency In drive to keep people safe while encouraging legitimate travel and trade. The new institution will make the UK more secure - November 14, 2007 - London More Attractive than the US London Mayor Ken Livingstone leading a tour of 80-strong delegation of 'business ambassadors' to India on a six-day visit kept London role in the education in view stating WHM Visa Changes From 1st September those on WHM visas have to return home and change their visa status through the British High Commission (BHC) Overseas. Switch Colleges while on a Student Visa If you are currently on a student visa in the UK and want to change colleges, Fulham & Chelsea College is a well established College based in central London, offering a range of 2-year degree level courses at cost effective prices. Top International Student AWARD for June 2007!!! From over 24,000 members around the world registered with the examination body ABE, Fulham & Chelsea College achieved the top student award for the June 2007 exams. August 29 2007-Award of Two Scholarships The Board and Management of Fulham and Chelsea College announced today the Award of two Scholarships for two students entering the Advance diploma year. The Scholarships were presented by Rt. Hon Lord Pendry at the House of Parliament. August 2007-LONDON - UK Working holiday maker (WHM) visa holders, who qualify, have until 31st August to change their visa status in the UK. 10/04/07 World wide Top prize winner announced by ABE The world wide prize winner from December 2006 exams has been announced by ABE as a student from Fulham & Chelsea College 11/11/06 BAC accreditation achieved until 2010 The British Accreditation Council (BAC) has completed a full inspection of Fulham & Chelsea College and awarded it accreditation until 2010. 10/03/06 Student Scores Top Marks in December 2005 Exams A student at Fulham & Chelsea College has been awarded the top paper prize in the December 2005 exams from an external examination body. 15/03/06 Sixteen Nationalities enrolled at Fulham & Chelsea College With increasing numbers of international students wanting to live and study in the UK, Fulham & Chelsea College today announced it has over sixteen (16) nationalities enrolled on it's courses. 07/03/06 New UK Points-Based Migration System Announced The UK Government today announced a new points-based system aimed at controlling migration into the UK more effectively, by tackling abuse and identifying the most talented workers to help the UK economy and culture grow and prosper. 28/02/06 Student Visa Success Rate Hits a High! Following the award of accreditation by the British Accreditation Council for Independent Further & Higher Education (BAC) at the end of 2005, 06/12/05 Fulham and Chelsea College Wins BAC Accreditation We are very proud to announce that Fulham and Chelsea College has been awarded accreditation by the British Accreditation Council for Independent Further & Higher Education (BAC).

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