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<p>The Government has revoked West London Vocational Training College’s designation
for student support funding for Higher Education (HE) courses in England with effect
from 3 June. Affected students will be supported so they can continue their studies
with as limited disruption as possible. The cross-agency action in this case demonstrates
the Government’s continuing strong focus on improving quality and value for money
across the Alternative Provider (AP) sector.</p><p> </p><p>Since the 2012-13 academic
year the Government has progressively strengthened systems to oversee the specific
course designation of APs to secure improved quality and standards, including the
introduction of a more rigorous, risk-based approach to quality assurance and annual
provider re-designation.</p><p> </p><p>Further reforms announced in the May 2016 HE
White Paper will create a level playing field for all HE providers, supporting greater
diversity, innovation and choice for students, whilst preserving quality and value
for money.</p><p> </p>
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