uzolexis:
The best country 2 study in Europe is Germany. Tution is free,it's easy 2 get student jobs and they give u a visa extension of 18months after ur studies to look 4 a job.

uzolexis:
The best country 2 study in Europe is Germany. Tution is free,it's easy 2 get student jobs and they give u a visa extension of 18months after ur studies to look 4 a job.

Bennymontana:
tution's free for undergraduates only...do you know if its free for masters and phd too?

Ekpekus:
Eye opener however many will still ignore this.
Nigerians just need to develop and build Nigeria.

deucelaw:
I agree with the OP.Its overated...Just incase anyone wants to study abroad. Uk, Germany, Poland, Canada, Ukraine, US etc...u could make a request to midstrom.ridge@gmail.com. You wont regret u did.

DMainMan:
Nice point. People apply there because it is only 1year while US and Canada is 2 years. While will one waste 1 year.

Also, most Nigeria overseas scholarships opportunities are constrained towards UK universities.

However, only apply to russel universities and not second-tier universities. There is discrimination.

www.russellgroup.ac.uk/our-universities/

Most Employers go to only the russel universities and preference is given to UK/EU students. If however, u are exceptionally gud or that company has a branch in Nigeria, then u wil b considered.

Also subscribe to UK sites for job. Some guys don get job already even without finishing their studies yet. Some guys in US and Canada still de look for even when there are more opportunities.

IT IS ALL ABOUT LUCK, PERSEVERANCE HARD WORK AND INFORMATION MY PEOPLE.

coachwilcox:


It depends on the University and the course as well.

Bennymontana:
do you have an official link for all universities in germany.av bn goin tru some links but i dont think its really comprehensive enuf, tx

sexaddict08:
. I have reached elastic limit. not working for d
past 3mnths, now I'm dead broke. they still
own me though. 2mnths b4 they close, how
do I get it plssss?
they close down but their properties still there.
help ooo

Bennymontana:
wanna go for a phd...how do i go about it,cos I have to get a supervisor via online which i have been applying since,still on the long tins;finally,i feel the odds against me as there's no sort of physical intercession...do you know how i can get around this issue,cos its begining to give me sleepless nights!

coachwilcox:


Do you want to study in English or German?

deucelaw:


Lol at sleepless nights....You can allow the professionals handle it for you while you go to sleep. To the subject, it depends on the country, course and school you want to go...You may send an email to the address i gave earlier...so we dont cloud this thread with personal stuffs...Cheers

timawoku:

Another victim of the dreaded ogogoro...

sexaddict08:


ur father left yansh....idi.ot

Bennymontana:
pls quote me the email addy again..tnx

timawoku:

Na ur english teacher I blame...

sexaddict08:


u are a fool, if u don't know. fat n big for nothing.
don't make me send u home. OK!!

deucelaw:


midstrom.ridge@yahoo.com. Thanks, i would wait for your email

Bennymontana:
email notin goin tru...(mailer daemon alert) y

Bennymontana:
wanna go for a phd...how do i go about it,cos I have to get a supervisor via online which i have been applying since,still on the long tins;finally,i feel the odds against me as there's no sort of physical intercession...do you know how i can get around this issue,cos its begining to give me sleepless nights!

greenhouse2012:
You have probably seen the adverts on Linda’s blog and newspapers and you thinking may be its time to go and study abroad, in the UK. However, before you take that huge leap, take a step back and evaluate your options. Having studied the system I have come up with the following reasons why studying in the UK is not as attractive as it is painted.

1. There are no Jobs
It is the dream of everyone going to study abroad to get to practice their skills in the environment where they have learned them. Unfortunately, however, for migrants coming to study in the UK, the chances of getting a job after completion of their study are very slim and there a few reasons for this. But most importantly is that there are simply no Jobs. The UK has an unemployment rate of about 6% and there are about 1 million UK citizens receiving job seekers allowance. So you see, jobs are difficult to come by.

2. Immigration Rules
The immigration rules in the UK are quite complex and sometimes even officials in the universities do not understand many of these rules as it is none of their business. The UK immigration system has been deliberately designed to deter migrants from coming into the country. Unlike in the past, the Tier 4 student Visa does not have enough time allowance for foreign students to apply for Jobs and attend interviews after the completion of their study. You would usually on get between 2-4 months to stay after handing-in you dissertation. This is usually not enough time. In addition, to be eligible for a job interview, the company must ensure that there is no suitable UK citizen for that job. This is almost always impossible except for few fields such as medicine and nursing.

3. Excessive Visa application fees and expensive tuition
Applying for a Tier 4 student Visa could be a nightmare. At present, it costs £322 (NGN 100000). This is excluding costs associated with planning, consulting and logistics. In addition, you have to have a “maintenance fund” in your bank account for 28 consecutive days at least 31 days before your Visa application. This includes a full year tuition fee which could be about £12000 (NGN 3.6 Million) and living expenses of about £10000 (NGN 3 Million). These are definitely not easy to come by, even by well to do UK Citizens. More recently, there has also been an addition of a “Health Surcharge” of about £150 pound (NGN 50000) a year and you don’t get a refund if during the year you do not use the health system.
In terms of Tuition fees, the average tuition fee for a non-UK citizen for most one-year courses is about £12000 (NGN 3.6 Million) which is about twice the amount a UK citizen pays for the same course.

4. Discrimination
Although not overt, there is a subtle but palpable air of discrimination towards immigrants in the UK, more so in recent years where many people face financial hardships. Many UK citizens have been made to believe that immigrants are the cause of their difficulties, however many independent studies would disprove this. The truth however remains that many Britons would prefer that you stay back in your home country.

5. It is not worth the hassle
Considering the financial implications, job prospects and the shock associated with relocating, it is only wise to think and think again before taking that step towards coming to the UK to study. Even UK citizens with all the benefits they have being citizens do not find it easy coping with their own system.
UK universities make money off immigrants hence the widespread media campaigns and open days, however they do not influence policies in a positive way so as to make it a wise investment for young people hoping to break new ground. Therefore, before you take that step, think, “Would I be better-off investing the money and resources in other more fruitful ventures?”
This is not to discourage you. Many people come to the UK and settle in nicely, but you must weigh the pros against the cons before you take your decisions.

campusconnect:



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dustydee:


To make a blanket statement that there are no jobs is simply not true. There are jobs for those with the right mindset. The unemployment rate is a combination of different factors. A visit to some job boards will show you that there are tens of thousands of jobs. I know for a fact that the big four each have over 1000 vacancies which they struggle to fill each year. One of the reasons foreign student don’t get jobs after graduation is because in their minds “there are no jobs”.


You are right that the UK government are tightening immigration rules. There are however about 20000 tier 2 visa places every year. Are you aware that the places remained unfilled for the past few years?
You have about 18 months to look for a job in the UK. The mistake most people make is that they wait till they finish their program before looking for jobs. The UK system doesn’t work that way. You start looking for a job when you commence your program (I am assuming a masters degree program). Most big companies complete their recruitment process for September start around February (Just when you start your second semester). The key is applying early as most companies operate on a “first come first served basis”.

The visa and the school fees are high but the standard of education is high.

Discrimination, just like everywhere else in the world.

I believe everyone leaving his country to study elsewhere should have a purpose which usually is to be a better person. If the cost to you is not commensurate with the benefits, look elsewhere.



NB: I am talking from experience.

horlabiyi:
Your point on " excessive visa and application fee and expensive tuition fee " it's not compulsory to study abroad so if you can't afford it just sit in your country.

deucelaw:
I agree with the OP.Its overated...Just incase anyone wants to study abroad. Uk, Germany, Poland, Canada, Ukraine, US etc...u could make a request to midstrom.ridge@gmail.com. You wont regret u did.

coachwilcox:


Youre right Uzo but the dreaded blocked account in Deutsche Bank of 6000 euros and having to complete Goethe A2 language proficiency isnt easy too.