Boladam45:
Hello gurus in the house, please I want to find out how possible it is to change from msc to bsc and if there is any immigration issue.
I am thinking of changing from msc to bsc when I get to Aussie.
I need you assistance on this my matter.
Cheers.

bellong:
@mrAya

You can call immigration office for right answer. Don't wait for email to be responded to.

I will advice that you call border force in Australia rather than Pretoria. You can actually call now that it is still working hour.

malkinburg:


First of all what school, which msc have u got admission for and finally what do you want to switch to?

Its doable but certain factors might come into play. All immigration cares about is that your new course is still on the visa class u used to enter Australia or 573. U can't switch to a lower one without some drama.

Another issue you might face is the school might want to force you to spend one semester doing the msc before allowing you switch. You have to know how to tackle your uni administration as all they see on ur head is $$$. So answer the questions and maybe gurus on the thread who are currently enrolled in uni might have suggestions.

mrAya:



Please can you help me with any contact number?

Thank you

ENGRJCJ:

submit soa coz its very important

ENGRJCJ:
Hello brethren, please my insurance start date is 20th, please can I enter Oz on 5th coz I have tried to contact my insurance company to change my start date but they are not replying my mail. If not, must I wait till its 20th before I travel

Boladam45:
Hello gurus in the house, please I want to find out how possible it is to change from msc to bsc and if there is any immigration issue.
I am thinking of changing from msc to bsc when I get to Aussie.
I need you assistance on this my matter.
Cheers.

WestAfrican:


No bro. Immigration doesnt really check that. A friend entered a month before his insurance commenced. Don't let that worry you. Just say you want to settle in before school resume. You can always buy a $2 per day insurance card from coles, woolworths or some stores.

mrAya:


Gurus in the house. I need your advise. I got my grant to study two months ago but I couldn't travel because my wife gave birth with some few complications. I had to be with the family (for a year) and support her because of the complications. I informed the school about the situation and they said I cannot defer the research scholarship for a year - I will have to reapply for scholarship if I want to come next year.
I have agree so my COE has been cancelled. I have also informed my case officer about the situation but have not received any feedback from her. Do I have to reapply for study visa if I want to go next year? my study visa is still valid for two and a half years. I need your advise gurus

Regards

Aya

ENGRJCJ:
thanks bro and I was even wasting my time here in Nigeria.. Pls those stores, are they located in Australia?

ENGRJCJ:
thanks bro and I was even wasting my time here in Nigeria.. Pls those stores, are they located in Australia?

Solitin40:
yes dis stores are like shoprite spar of Nigeria

WestAfrican:


Yes they are here in Australia.

mrAya:



Please can you help me with any contact number?

Thank you

ENGRJCJ:
thanks bro, let me go book my flight jo.. I appreciate a lot, must I buy dollars here or can I make withdrawal with my Mastercard...pls clear me more.

justwise:
@STAugustineOf13


Your activities here are getting increasingly suspicious, please enough of that and you know what I'm referring to.

Thank you.

WestAfrican:


Its best you buy dollar from 9ja. Your Nigerian bank charges you for using the master/visa card and the Australian Bank ATM charges you extra $2-$3.

The cheapest way of-course is bringing your $$$ from 9ja, hence you can't have more than $10,000 on you. And must declare on your form upon arrival at the airport (Immi & Boarder Protection)

For safety reasons, you may want to consider withdrawing when you are here. (Just consider the charges if it pays you).

WestAfrican:


Yes it is possible. I know a friend who had it done at Newie Uni.
You need to provide a compelling reason for your uni to consider.
Let your sponsor write a letter stating that they want you to get a bsc bcause (the field is lucrative and you will benefit yourself and your community when you return home).
Immigration believes your school must have screened you before granting you a new coe for bsc.
The possibility would have been almost impossible if you changing to a different uni after you arrive or changing to a Tafe or college.

WestAfrican:


Its best you buy dollar from 9ja. Your Nigerian bank charges you for using the master/visa card and the Australian Bank ATM charges you extra $2-$3.

The cheapest way of-course is bringing your $$$ from 9ja, hence you can't have more than $10,000 on you. And must declare on your form upon arrival at the airport (Immi & Boarder Protection)

For safety reasons, you may want to consider withdrawing when you are here. (Just consider the charges if it pays you).

ENGRJCJ:
the insurance u said I should buy from those stores you mentioned , must I buy it before I arrive or after I arrive Australia.. thanks in anticipation

WestAfrican:


You don't have to buy it before you leave, but if you want to, you can follow this steps:

https://www.nib.com.au/overseas-students?gclid=CjwKEAjw9OG4BRDJzY3jrMng4iQSJABddor1ykY5mqcgkz5PevRcFbiQWOsy1gmxL6XE0zGcEU-dthoCCCDw_wcB

Scroll down and click on (Get your price)

Enter START date and END date i.e (3rd MAY 2016 - 17th May 2016). That will amount to about $20

Enter you Personal information.

Get your insurance via email.

Print and carry with you.


NIB is one of if not the cheapest insurer/insurance in Australia.

ENGRJCJ:
thanks bro. I will leave it till I get to Australia

WestAfrican:



Brother na just $20. Buy am if you like. To save yourself any further talking in case anything arise

ENGRJCJ:
thanks bro, let me go book my flight jo.. I appreciate a lot, must I buy dollars here or can I make withdrawal with my Mastercard...pls clear me more.

scrollmeout:


Hi. What's up with your IOM booking. I got everything done in a week! You can pm me so I can send you a direct email to fast track,that is, in case you haven't finalized already.

scrollmeout:


Hi. What's up with your IOM booking. I got everything done in a week! You can pm me so I can send you a direct email to fast track,that is, in case you haven't finalized already.

chetaRay:
i suggest you try and change to another university like someone suggested earlier to you. because;

1) going through the hazzles of bank statement is crazy and stressful
2) you cant tell your uncle to leave the money there till 3months what if he has financial issues or the person you borrowed the 2mil from?
3)even if you overcome the school hurdle what about pretoria that insists that your sponsor must be ur dad , mum or sibbling how can you go around that.
4) i think you just have to forfeit the application fee you paid if at all you did and check for another school ASAP.
5) most PGD courses here are 20+ so its good to make up your mind about that too. it will be cheaper if you are going for graduate diploma which may not guarantee your visa application cox its 1year studies.

think and make your decision goodluck bro