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adegbitetunji:

Chief, do u know if petroleum geology MSc is offered at Clausthal??

I have no idea...

adegbitetunji: Thank you chief...around what month is the interview and what should I expect with regards to the interview? Kindly note that I applied in January.

I really cannot remember precisely but I believe its in the month of march/april. For the interview, know why you want to study in TU Clauthal, Why Germany, Strength and Weaknesses, Some petroleum engineering basics like darcy's law, fundamental EOS e.t.c

adegbitetunji: Hi, does anyone know the time tu clausthal release admission offers??

It depends on the time of application. If you applied before the end of the first deadline (March 15) and emerged successful in your interview, u would get it around May (in soft copy) and probably June in hard copy.

amblessede:
@ dev, pls can i make the motivation letter handwritten. Sorry, this should b the last question... hw easy hv u grabbed the german language? i believe the first payment of about 8000euros is for the first yr, hw do u survive in the second yr?

"can i make the motivation letter handwritten"
No... You should type it..

"hw easy hv u grabbed the german language?"
Well, i haven't taken the language learning serious but i will do that soon... It's learnable if u put your mind into it

"i believe the first payment of about 8000euros is for the first yr, hw do u survive in the second yr?"
you will have to get extra money for the second year... approximately another €8000 for the second year...

amblessede:
@ DEV, SORI ABEG NO VEX. IN MY REFERENCE LETTERS IT IS STATED THAT THE MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION IS ENGLISH. DOES THAT SUFFICE OR DO I STILL NEED A SEPARATE LETTER TO STATE THAT?

That will suffice. I had the same as well.

amblessede: [color=#006600][/color]

@ devmantic, tanx for replyn my post. for the lateral entry for nigerians, 3.8 was required but i made 3.61 in mechanical. do i stand a chance, pls advise. also, the list of required docs for certification is so long, even passport pic dey sef. thru ur own xperience, whioch ones xactly did u certify
finally, hw do u rate ur study experienc so far. wot r the job prospects looking like. any offers yet
also, i hv a got msc in thermal power and fluid engineering in university of manchester, wot do u think. shld i pursue it

@ amblessede, wow.... too many questions... I hope i can answer all..

"For the lateral entry for nigerians, 3.8 was required but i made 3.61 in mechanical. do i stand a chance, pls advise"
Well, i will encourage u to apply first... if u possess on-the-job experience related to oil & gas, that might just help u secure an admission on the long run...

"the list of required docs for certification is so long, even passport pic dey sef. thru ur own xperience, whioch ones xactly did u certify"
I really do not understand what u mean by certified docs but i know u will be requested to send your original transcripts, copies of certificates, reference letters if any, CV, personal statement and the likes and a recent passport photograph during the shortlisting phase.. I submitted all docs required of me.. At the embassy, after securing an admission, some of these docs will be requested for confirmation, i had to submit all originals as well for verification.

"finally, hw do u rate ur study experienc so far"
Well, i did give it a 4/5 for a petroleum engineering institute that is still gaining grounds internationally.

"wot r the job prospects looking like. any offers yet"
The job market is tight and competitive worldwide. Every graduate of the programme stands a chance to get a job but the competition is high. High standards are set by oil & gas coys particularly when qualified candidates are numerous. There are limited number of oil and gas coys here (probably 10 in all). This is about the case here. I was opportuned to have an internship and i am currently awaiting interview results for graduate trainee roles. So u stand a chance as well if u excel HARD in your studies.

"i hv a got msc in thermal power and fluid engineering in university of manchester, wot do u think. shld i pursue it"
I am not so good at pointing a career path for individuals.. I believe every person has a dream-job or career-line they intend to follow.. If you believe deep within yourself that thermal power and fluid engineering is the path you want to take, then go for it.. I would recommend you request a career advice path from Okeyz. He is a more informed person u should channel this question to..

I hope i made your day

amblessede: @ dev: since my univ. studies is in english can i forget takin TOEFL?

@ amblessede, You don't need TOEFL for admission though it would be nice to have one. Just a letter justifying that your medium of instruction during Bachelors studies is English Language would do just fine.

Radz:

What's the breakdown of the semester in terms of months?...October to...?..then?

http://www.studienzentrum.tu-clausthal.de/allgemeine-informationen/semestertermine/wintersemester-201213/

Use a translator to read it...

@ okeyz,

Studies are fine and tedious as well. I can wait to finish my current semester... The workload is really crazy....

g1234:

And how long did you have to wait for a Room?? Did you get a confirmation from Studentenwerk, right?

Yes.... I got a confimation from them but i was placed on a form of supplementary list. I was finally given a room on the 3rd or 4th days after my arrival in clausthal.

g1234: Hello people in Clausthal,

Did you have an Appartment/Zimmer or something in Clausthal when applying for Visa?

Please inform me.
Thank you!

Nope... Though, I had registered with the studentenwerk online for a room in student hostel while going about my visa application

@ radz,

how long did the visa processing take?

It took about 1 month and 2 weeks

@ Radz,

How long did it take to have your blocked bank account opened?

If i remember precisely, i would say it took 1month and 1week to open the blocked bank acct.

Did you get into the dual programme at Clausthal?

I didn't...... neither did anyone in my set.

@ g1234,

Did you have to demonstrate the payment of something (Fees, Summer School) when you asked for visa?

Nope.. I was only asked to remit an amount of money into deutsche bank... the money takes care of everything (for only one though) when u come over to deutschland

When did you pay the Summer School?

I did not partake in summer school. i studied petroleum engineering in my bachelors.

@ radz,

I had to go the german embassy to open the blocked bank account. You would be given some documents to fill and other essential details will be provided to you.

@ mshahzad846, radz and g1234,

sorry for the delay in response......

@ mshahzad846 and radz, i hope ur interviews went well.

@g1234, i had to wait for the hard copy of the admision letter before proceeding with visa application...

@ okeyz,

I sent the friend request on nairaland forum.... I scaled thru all the examz with soaring colour .

@ okeyz,

Its nice to hear from you again.. Studies is generally fine though tasky

I have taken 6 exams already and i still have about 4 to go..

I have just sent u a friend request...

Its been a while...................

@justhustle,
Yes it was. They do it on the same day one will have his/her visa interview.

@upengineer,

How much should i budget for the whole process including flight?
Just pay whatever the embassy restricts you to pay (I believe that amount should still be 8040euros but u can pay more than that if u like - I actually did that). Flight cost varies from 150,000 - 250,000 naira depending on the airline.

Then, is there any age restriction when applying?
Nah, There isn't any such thing as that.

and what are my chances, i had the following grades: HND upper credit, Chemical Engineering and also  BEng(2-2) grade in chemical Engineering and some safety and process related certifications. No working experience yet
Hmm, Well, I would advice u to first apply for the programme. Your application should include your certifications and any relevant software package u have used before. They cherish software gurus more than any other thing here. If u are shortlisted for the interview, then we can talk on strategies for the interview 
Nevertheless, apply on time (between jan 15 - march 15) or else, the competition for admission might just screen u out. Lastly, pray to Yahweh for guidance and favour. I hope i answered your question satisfactorily.

@ upengineer, it is from the 8040euros that u make all payments like school fees, accomodatn, cost of living etc.

@ okeyz, i am sorry for replying your question late. I am yet to have my internet connection ativated because i am yet to complete my registration.

how much does he have to pay in all, b4 he is issued a visa?
He has to pay about 8040 euros b4 he can be issued a german student visa.

i learnt there is now a processing fee of 40 euros!!
Yes, thats true. I actually paid the money during my process of obtaining an admission.

pls how much does  he have to pay for him to be issued a visa at the german alien office ?
A minimum of 8040 euros.

i also learnt there is an internship with some oil coys after the course?
Yes, Its a dual programme that can be runned while the masters programme is on.

sorry for asking, are u doing masters or B.eng?
Masters in petroleum engineering with a specialization in reservoir management

@ okeyz, One will have to pay the doe for 4 semesters oh. Meanwhile, the next application date is from January 2012. First Deadline will be around March 2012. It is advisable to apply around this time.

@ okeyz, Nah! Its not. Its about 500euros + 146euros for semester fee

@ Okeyz, Thanks!!!! I have began making preparations for study and I am also having fun in Clausthal.

@ Okeyz, I am finally in Clausthal

@ okeyz, that was what the German Embassy called it oh. I think its the LGA in control of Clausthal in Germany.

@Okeyz, I have finally been notified. My student visa application was approved by the alien office.

^^^^ You neva can tell. "Mynd 44" might just be the dude u loved at first sight

@ Okeyz, Thanks for your response. You have just boosted my morale.