Thinking of working with a verification partner? Here’s what you should be asking
When universities look for a verification partner, the goal is not simply to tick a compliance box. It is to protect the integrity of admissions decisions, ensure fair access for genuine applicants, and uphold the reputation of the institution. Choosing who to trust with that responsibility is one of the most important operational decisions a […]
How to Prove Someone’s Identity Online: A Practical Guide for Universities and Recruiters
Remote admissions and hybrid hiring are now the norm. That shift delivers access and speed, but it also raises a fundamental question: how do you prove someone’s identity online with enough confidence to protect people, programmes, and brand reputation? This guide sets out why digital identity verification matters, how it improves recruitment and admissions, what […]
QCHE 2026: Building a Stronger HE Community Together
Mark your calendars: QCHE 2026 will return on 11 February at Glaziers Hall, London Bridge. QCHE is fast becoming an important gathering in the international higher education calendar for leaders in admissions, compliance and international recruitment. Last year’s event brought together a focused group of colleagues who shared ideas and compared experiences in an open, […]
Audit Ready, All Year Round
For many of our university colleagues, the September intake is a whirlwind, with weeks of long days, late nights, and countless applicants to process. By the time October rolls around, most admissions and compliance teams are catching their breath, with the campus buzzing but the immediate pressure on desks finally easing. But as happens so […]
Not a Blocker, a Bridge: Recruiting Safely in High-Risk Markets
Some recruitment teams see admissions compliance tools as a hurdle, something that slows down offers and frustrates applicants. The truth is the opposite. In high-risk markets, where the potential for growth is matched by the potential for fraud, the right compliance partner is not a blocker, it is a bridge. It connects your growth ambitions […]
Why Getting English Language Verification Right Matters More Than Ever for UK Universities
Imagine you – or one of your admissions officers or colleagues – is reviewing a promising international applicant. Their application forms are complete, the supporting documents appear to be in order, and the English language certificate looks valid. Everything seems fine. Until months later, problems surface at the border, or even worse, in the classroom. […]
Charting a New Course for Compliance: Highlights from Qualification Check’s Manchester Event
Earlier this week, higher education admissions and compliance professionals gathered at the Ivy Spinningfields in Manchester for a lunch of analysis and discussion. Hosted by Qualification Check, A New Course for Compliance offered a valuable forum to explore the evolving policy landscape and sample fresh verification data insights from around the world. Led by Ross […]
The Hidden Risks of QR Codes in Admissions
By Rachel Whales, Head of Global Accounts, 15 May 2025 Table of Contents I recently shared a BBC article about the rise in QR code scams, and it got me thinking about the conversations I’ve been having with some of our university partners around the use of QR codes for qualification verification – specifically, their […]
AI-Powered Fraud is on the Rise: Why Primary Source Verification is More Crucial Than Ever
By Dan Hammond, Head of Product & Data, 13 May 2025 Table of Contents With the rising accessibility and global adoption of AI tools, would-be fraudsters now have access to a growing armoury of new digital solutions to help them present as genuine. Alongside traditional fraud methods such as using editing software to change details […]
The Shift from Volume to Value in International Recruitment
By Ed Hall, Qualification Check CEO, 08 April 2025 Table of Contents International student recruitment in the UK is undergoing a seismic shift. It’s what many of our clients believe, and it’s certainly backed up by recent industry news, highlighting how institutions are scaling back spending on agent aggregators and digital recruitment platforms, mirroring a […]