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Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Twill92: 1:18am On May 05, 2016 |
gimbayaro:Guy you just displayed your ignorance sha... shows you are the real olodo here. You could have kept quiet and avoid this. 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Nobody: 1:36am On May 05, 2016 |
Team16: This dude sounds really DULL! I mean i'm not trying to insult you, but your dullness is annoying....you might be good academically but it seems you lack common sense! Or at best maybe you know what your decision should be and just want to show off? 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by CRichy(m): 1:45am On May 05, 2016 |
gimbayaro: Read Up about Wole Soyinka or any Early Graduate of an Old University in Nigeria < most of the First Graduates of Nigerian Universities didn't do an Msc before their Phd....yes it was decades ago , but it has happened before and will still always happen once you prove your worth abroad. His Phd will be longer than the usual one because he will do a few Msc courses - just to prove his worth. |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by EDIPO(m): 1:46am On May 05, 2016 |
This is a usual thing and I've seen it happen to a couple of my friends who finished from the department of Chemical Engineering, Obafemi Awolowo University. When your results are considered good enough, you're allowed to skip MSc and proceed with PhD. Some arrangements also have the MSc and Ph.D. fused into one. It's nothing to worry about and from your results, it appears your neck deep into academics so I think what may look like a challenge would turn out a an interesting pursuit for you. You may want to quickly discuss with your lecturers here in Nigeria what the expectations for PhD students are. I can also tell you for free that everything you need to know will be in black and white. Most schools in the USA and Canada are very detailed in areas of expectations and requirements. May God be with you as you take steps into the future. Regards. 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by prigoz(m): 2:01am On May 05, 2016 |
U can accept d program if it's msc/PhD program period |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by GboyegaD(m): 2:05am On May 05, 2016 |
AgroPro: Is this meant to be a joke? He could combine 2 graduate programs? |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by GboyegaD(m): 2:07am On May 05, 2016 |
Take up the challenge since your ultimate goal is a PhD. Just know no one is promising you it is going to be a bed of roses however, with your motivation from within, you can do it. Come make yourself proud. 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by dandollaz: 2:32am On May 05, 2016 |
mrking3:he did pgd which is equivalent to msc if u choose another course. |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by blunt1990: 2:58am On May 05, 2016 |
My one cent. I'm currently in Alberta and my wife is a PHD student at one of the Unis. Being accepted as a PHD candidate in Canada doesn't mean you are skipping MSC. MSC students usually do about 5 to 9 taught courses after which they commence their research (6months research and 3 to 4 months report), while as a PHD student, you MUST still do the same courses within one or two years and then do your research for 2 to 3 years, and then write your report in 4-6 months. The only difference between MSC and PHD is the duration of your research( usually a difference of 2-3 years research). Remember you have to pass your candidacy exam immediately after your taught program(you are strongly advised to complete it in 1 year) before you are considered a PHD student. Your admission letter will have that conditional admission clause. If you don't pass your taught programs and then your candidacy, you will not be allowed to continue with your PHD. Go and read up your Calculus, Advanced Thermodynamics, Heat transfer and Fluid Mechanics. Best of luck anyways. There are dozens of opportunities in Canada. 3 Likes |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Obiwannn: 3:29am On May 05, 2016 |
bayooooooo: Nice exhaustive post. Where would you rather he went if not Canada? I'm also considering a PhD when I'm done with my MSc in either Canada or the US, but I really do want to work first, and get some experience, as I would want to find a particular field which really interests me in industry and become a specialist in it, say like Industrial PhD. I'm not one who really likes lab stuff although I like research, albeit these days, I've been very lazy doing things not inside my study curriculum. Then there's still the big question of "after a PhD, what next?" Is it easy to secure a Post Doc after? Cos I know chances of finding a job would be slimmer cos one has narrowed his ability or suitability to be considered by diverse industries in a particular field, say Chemical Engineering for example. |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Nyceguy92: 3:30am On May 05, 2016 |
[quote author=Team16 post=45311776] I would advise that you take the M.Sc programme to start. If in the course of the study you find things easy and a bit too "elementary" and very familiar, you can apply for the Ph.D. As you said, you don't know what lies ahead and the rigour to which you will be exposed. |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Obiwannn: 3:33am On May 05, 2016 |
elume2020:what field? chemical engineering? |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by toseman(m): 3:35am On May 05, 2016 |
mrking3: Not in all cases,there are situations a first degree holder will by pass M.sc and go straight to PH.d. You can do a thorough research on this to know |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by AgroPro: 3:38am On May 05, 2016 |
GboyegaD: You could combine 2 graduate programs if you have the capabilities. |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by AgroPro: 3:39am On May 05, 2016 |
EbolaParasite: Yea WTF |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by AgroPro: 3:40am On May 05, 2016 |
Khez: I'm in Toronto |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Rhea(f): 3:40am On May 05, 2016 |
Team16: It all depends on your aspiration in life. If you want to work in the industry, then the MSc may suit you more. However, if you want to be a subject matter expert, then the PhD is better. Takes longer, requires more dedication, patience and focus but you will get paid. You will also teach during your PhD. I would go for the PhD anyway. That gives you 4 years visa in Canada after which you are very close to obtaining their citizenship status. |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by AgroPro: 3:42am On May 05, 2016 |
ceejay4real: Dude listen, Canada would grant you Visa to go to school here. You need money though. Most nigerians think they can escape poverty by coming to Canada without money. You need money to survive here. If you have money let me know and I will help you. |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by AgroPro: 3:43am On May 05, 2016 |
drnoel: What do you think? Do I look stupi to you? |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by AgroPro: 3:45am On May 05, 2016 |
wwwkaycom: Go on this website to search for scholarships I'm Canada http://www.scholarshipscanada.com Good luck |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by toseman(m): 3:46am On May 05, 2016 |
gimbayaro: Abi nah u be olodo...mttchewww The general oversea of MFMmountain of fire and miracle ministries graduated with a first class from unilag and proceeded straight for PhD. There cases when a student skips m.sc. It no longer a new trend nah,abeg dey do ur research wella jho |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Nobody: 5:02am On May 05, 2016 |
babyfaceafrica:You are the worse advicer i have ever seen. Smh 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Badgers14: 5:14am On May 05, 2016 |
Team16: No para my guy... Buckle your shoes up, you will be fine.. M.sc and PhD are similar only few extra classes and a little indept research than M.Sc. Also check with the school they might give you full scholarship and a monthly stipend if you become a teaching assistant.. Note: if you accept a teaching assistant job, dont try to form phonetics they wont understand you... Just speak your normal 9ja tongue but louder.. Goodluck ma guy you will enjoy it... So no para, no one will ask you to buy this buy that for practical.. Just show up for your classes and do your research diligently.. Your professors plus post - docs are there to help.. Cheers! 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by GerogeI(m): 5:29am On May 05, 2016 |
Team16: Are you sure you are as good as you claim academically. Most likely, they are not letting you skip MSc. You will do all the MSc courses before you get your PhD. Let me also point out to you that this decision is not just about your academic quality. Rather, having expressed interest in a supervisors research who found you suitable, he must consider the amount of research efforts you need to put in to get the result he is looking for, based on that decides you better stick for a PhD. Secondly, the research area might not be one with many willing students, so he does not want you to go just after equipping you with the relevant skills. So a PhD will ensure you stick around long enough to be useful. The way I see it, you might even get offered a lecturing or research position if you do very well. So the question you should be asking yourself is are you ready to commit 2-4 years to this research, after completing your MSc course work in 1year. Are you that enthusiastic about the research area? Are you ready to build your career in Academics or research? If yes, then Goodluck my friend! 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by XX01(f): 5:40am On May 05, 2016 |
mrking3: You are not actually skipping a year, it makes the process of acquiring a PhD faster. Whilst doing a PhD, the first year will be a research masters that you have to pass and it's a guaranteed entry to PhD. 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by GboyegaD(m): 5:43am On May 05, 2016 |
AgroPro: Could you please give examples of such a program and how many courses did such student enroll for per semester? |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Jowonloju(m): 6:00am On May 05, 2016 |
Accept it Man 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by toprealman: 6:14am On May 05, 2016 |
Team16:negotiate for a better future bro. Tell the prof your budget us for MSc but you can only take up a PhD if you can find a full scholarship. He must have seen great potentials in your work so don't worry too much about MSc. |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Lawlan: 6:20am On May 05, 2016 |
Team16:Guy don't ponder over it any further because it really shows that your admission is sealed already and funding would be available for u probably. This is exactly what a close pal of mine experienced when he gained admission into university of Alabama in US which is direct PhD.Its the best option for you so grab it with both hands. 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Kivaro(m): 6:28am On May 05, 2016 |
Young Man, Accept the PhD track. It is an all win win situation. Think of it this way, if you are not cut out as a PhD material, they will award you your masters degree. Believe it or not, you might be taking some masters' level classes if you are deficient in certain areas. Another thing you need to know, unlike in the UK, PhD students in the US and Canada take classes a lot for one or two years while conducting research at the same time. So you will not be left behind just because you feel you are not prepared enough. One more fact, some schools admit BS holders directly into the PhD program and this practice is common for chemistry, Finance, Economics, Chemical engineering, etc. By no means does direct admission into a PhD program makes it a cake walk, but just like you were a JJC in your freshman year, and you made it through your final year, you will also become a JJC in the PhD class but you also make it. As the saying goes, there is nothing to fear but fear itself. Finally, Nigerian students excel quite a lot in overseas schools because they typically hunker down and get the job done. But be afraid and burn the midnight oil if you have one or more original Chinese or Indian students in your class. Take the Plunge with the offer of PhD admission and ride into the sunset. 1 Like |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Ayatul(m): 6:30am On May 05, 2016 |
Yhu applied for MSc and the university want to admit you for PhD. My brother yhu are just about to be duped coz its neva done anywaia. |
Re: I Applied For MSc But Foreign Supervisor Said School Is Accepting Me For PhD by Lawlan: 6:33am On May 05, 2016 |
Opting for M.Sc at this point in time might deter you the opportunity to be given admission because your supervisor has already given you the nod for PhD and you might not get another supervisor soon to work with you for M.Sc. I believe there should be enough funding for you from the supervisor because they know that almost all students need funding for their programs even if its not full funding the partial funding can still get you somewhere and with another Research or Teaching Assistantship stipends would suffice your stay throughout the program in 4 years. And by the time u finished the program in 4 years you are eligible for permanent residence. Guy you are very lucky just go for it. |
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