University College London

University College London (UCL) is a prominent UK university. It is in the news due to a funding crisis affecting Ghanaian doctoral students. Over 100 students are at risk of deportation because the Ghanaian government has not paid promised scholarships and tuition fees. These students have petitioned Downing Street and Keir Starmer for assistance in resolving the payment backlog. This situation highlights the vulnerability of international students who rely on government funding and the potential consequences of funding shortfalls on their academic careers and immigration status. While UCL itself isn't directly responsible for the funding issues, the situation underscores the university's role as host to these students and the potential impact on its international student body.