The University Grants Commission (UGC) on Friday issued a public notice regarding admissions in Universities in China.
In the notice, the UGC has advised students to exercise due diligence in choosing where to pursue higher education to avoid further problems in employment or higher studies.
The public notice was issued after it was learnt that a few Universities in the People’s Republic of China have started issuing notices for admission to various degree programmes for the current and upcoming academic years.
“In this context, any prospective student needs to be aware that the Government of People’s Republic of China has imposed strict travel restrictions in the wake of COVID-19 and suspended all visas since November 2020,” the UGC notice read.
A large number of Indian students have not been able to return to China to continue their studies due to the restrictions. Similarly, there has been no relaxation in the restrictions. Further, the Chinese authorities have conveyed earlier that courses will be conducted online.
“As per the extant rules, UGC and AICTE do not recognize such degree courses done only in online mode without prior approval,” the UGC notice added.