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KH is a practising solicitor based in London, admitted in England & Wales and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. He is registered with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. KH has worked as legal counsel and in-house solicitor across leading firms and corporations. He personally oversees every case at Ginkgo Advisory, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and end-to-end quality control.
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Wrexham Glyndŵr University awarded qualifications under that name between 2008 and 2023. The institution became Wrexham University in September 2023, which now verifies its former qualifications.
Ginkgo Advisory can arrange HEDD verification, enhanced solicitor certification, FCDO apostille and embassy legalisation. A 2 working day express FCDO apostille option is available after verification and certification are complete.
Quick answer
Wrexham Glyndŵr University qualifications can be verified through HEDD.
The usual process is:
HEDD verification → enhanced solicitor certification → FCDO apostille → embassy legalisation where required
Wrexham University is an exclusive HEDD partner. The current degree enquiry fee is £14.
HEDD verification requirements
HEDD can check:
- current or former student status;
- the qualification awarded;
- grade or classification; and
- attendance dates.
The candidate must provide a consent form that is:
- signed by hand;
- dated within the previous three months; and
- uploaded as a PDF, JPG, PNG or TIF.
This service is intended for third-party enquirers.
Wrexham Glyndŵr University and Wrexham University
The University changed its public name from Wrexham Glyndŵr University to Wrexham University in September 2023.
Qualifications issued under the former name remain valid. Academic documents may therefore show:
- Wrexham Glyndŵr University;
- Glyndŵr University;
- Prifysgol Glyndŵr Wrecsam; or
- Wrexham University.
Transcripts and official letters
Former students can order:
- academic transcripts;
- confirmation-of-studies letters;
- replacement certificates; and
- verified academic documents.
A transcript currently costs £20. An additional electronic letter also costs £20, while the verified-document service costs £30.
Replacement certificates
Wrexham University can issue a replacement certificate where the original has been lost, stolen or damaged.
The current replacement fee is £50. The new certificate is marked as a duplicate or second issue and uses the graduate’s name recorded at the time of the award.
Wrexham Glyndŵr University awards from 2008 to 2023 should normally follow the University’s replacement-certificate route.
Different arrangements may apply where the certificate names:
- the University of Wales;
- Edexcel or Pearson;
- another validating university; or
- a professional awarding body.
University of Wales awards must normally be replaced by the University of Wales. Pre-2005 HNC or HND certificates may require Pearson.
Qualifications awarded before 1996
Wrexham University cannot verify qualifications awarded before 1996 through HEDD.
This restriction should not normally affect Wrexham Glyndŵr University awards, which date from 2008 to 2023. It may matter where the applicant presents a qualification from an earlier predecessor institution.
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 graduate obtained the qualification.
Our enhanced service reviews the document against reliable evidence, such as:
- a HEDD verification;
- an official transcript;
- a confirmation letter;
- a verified university document; or
- a replacement certificate.
Where the evidence supports it, our solicitor can provide certification with authenticity confirmation.
FCDO apostille
After 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;
- transcript or letter 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 an official transcript, university 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 confirm the correct verification, certification and legalisation route.
Frequently asked questions
Who verifies Wrexham Glyndŵr University qualifications?
Wrexham University verifies former Wrexham Glyndŵr University qualifications through HEDD.
How much does HEDD verification cost?
The current degree enquiry fee is £14.
Is a handwritten consent form required?
Yes. It must be hand-signed and dated within the previous three months.
Are Wrexham Glyndŵr University certificates still valid?
Yes. The 2023 name change does not invalidate qualifications issued under the former university name.
Can former students obtain a transcript?
Yes. The current transcript fee is £20.
Can the University issue a replacement certificate?
Yes, where the original has been lost, stolen or damaged. The current fee is £50.
Does an apostille verify the degree?
No. HEDD or the 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 Wrexham Glyndŵr University verification
Send a clear scan and the receiving authority’s requirements to:
Email: info@ginkgoadvisory.com
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