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The University of Wales, Newport awarded qualifications under that name between 2004 and 2013. It merged with the University of Glamorgan on 11 April 2013 to form the University of South Wales, which now verifies its academic records.
Ginkgo Advisory can arrange HEDD verification, enhanced solicitor certification, FCDO apostille and embassy legalisation. A 2 working day express FCDO apostille option is available once verification and solicitor certification are complete.
Quick answer
University of Wales Newport qualifications can be verified through HEDD.
The usual process is:
HEDD verification → enhanced solicitor certification → FCDO apostille → embassy legalisation where required
HEDD can check former student status, the award, grade or classification and attendance dates. The current degree enquiry fee is £27.
University of South Wales consent form
The University requires its own student and graduate consent form.
The candidate must complete and sign the University of South Wales form before it is uploaded to HEDD as a PDF, JPG, PNG or TIF. Other consent forms may not be accepted.
The request should include:
- the candidate’s name during study;
- any previous name;
- course and qualification;
- attendance dates;
- award year;
- grade or classification; and
- student number, where available.
Certificates remain valid after the merger
Certificates issued by the University of Wales, Newport remain valid.
The University of South Wales offers a free merger letter explaining the relationship between the University of Wales, Newport, the University of Glamorgan and the current University of South Wales. This can help when an overseas authority does not recognise the former institution name.
Transcripts and official letters
Former University of Wales Newport students may request:
- a transcript of performance;
- confirmation of attendance;
- a Confirmation of Award;
- a certified certificate or transcript copy; and
- a merger letter.
University of Wales Newport records are paper-based. Requests usually take 10 to 20 working days and some documents may not be available.
A transcript currently costs £45. A confirmation-of-attendance letter costs £10 and may confirm the course, study dates, award and award date.
Replacement certificates
For most University of Wales Newport degrees, the replacement certificate and Confirmation of Award are provided by the University of Wales.
The University of South Wales separately handles transcripts, attendance confirmation and certain BTEC HNC or HND replacement documents.
The awarding body printed on the original certificate determines the correct route.
Solicitor verification and certification
A basic solicitor-certified copy confirms that the copy matches the document presented to the solicitor.
It does not independently prove that the qualification appears in official university records.
Our enhanced service reviews the document against reliable evidence, such as:
- a HEDD verification;
- an official transcript;
- a Confirmation of Award;
- a confirmation-of-attendance letter;
- a replacement certificate; or
- a merger letter.
Where the evidence supports it, our solicitor can provide certification with authenticity confirmation.
FCDO apostille
After academic verification and solicitor certification, the document can proceed to the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.
An apostille authenticates the relevant UK signature, stamp or seal. It does not independently verify the academic qualification.
The recommended process is:
academic verification → enhanced solicitor certification → FCDO apostille
Our 2 working day express FCDO apostille option covers the apostille stage only.
It excludes:
- HEDD processing;
- university archive searches;
- transcript production;
- replacement certificates;
- courier delivery; and
- embassy legalisation.
Embassy legalisation
Documents intended for a destination outside the Hague Apostille Convention may require further embassy or consular legalisation.
A typical process is:
solicitor certification → FCDO legalisation → embassy legalisation
The receiving authority may also request a transcript, Confirmation of Award, merger letter, certified translation or supporting identity document.
What to send us
Please provide:
- a clear certificate scan;
- the transcript, if available;
- the candidate’s name during study;
- course and qualification;
- attendance dates;
- award year and classification;
- student number, if known;
- destination country; and
- the receiving authority’s requirements.
We will identify whether the correct route involves HEDD, the University of South Wales, the University of Wales or another awarding body.
Frequently asked questions
Who verifies University of Wales Newport qualifications?
The University of South Wales verifies former University of Wales Newport academic records through HEDD.
How much does HEDD verification cost?
The current degree enquiry fee is £27.
Is the University’s own consent form required?
Yes. The University of South Wales requires its own consent form for third-party verification requests.
Are University of Wales Newport certificates still valid?
Yes. A free merger letter is available to explain the institutional change.
Can former students obtain a transcript?
Yes, where sufficient records remain. Historic records are paper-based, so processing may take 10 to 20 working days.
Who issues a replacement certificate?
The University of Wales normally issues replacement certificates for University of Wales Newport degree awards.
Does an apostille verify the degree?
No. HEDD or the relevant university verifies the academic record. The apostille authenticates the relevant UK signature, stamp or seal.
Can Ginkgo Advisory manage the complete process?
Yes. We can coordinate HEDD verification, enhanced solicitor certification, FCDO apostille, embassy legalisation and return delivery.
Start your University of Wales Newport verification
Send a clear scan and the receiving authority’s requirements to:
Email: info@ginkgoadvisory.com
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