Hello,please what's the name of the school you applied to for the pre nursing program?
Brandon University
How much is the yearly tuition fee?
Varies The tuition itself is around $8,200Cad or so The school fees is between $9,397 Cad to $10,200 cad
How long did it take for you to be admitted?
Since March
I am asking all these because I have been thinking hard on how to fulfill the prerequisites courses needed to enroll in accelerated BScN program,I will really appreciate your response. Thanks.
Toceen2022: Hi guys, sorry this is actually coming late. The unimaginable stress at MMIA and trying hard to find my feet here makes it difficult for me to come online and drop my landing gist on time.
LANDING GIST LAGOS - FRANKFURT - VANCOUVER - VICTORIA Airline - Lufthansa / Air Canada Date - August 18th/19th 2022. Time - 11pm.
I never expected the rigorous stress I went through at MMIA. Got to the airport early at 6:45pm for 11pm flight, and went straight to weigh my luggage. I knew beforehand that I have 31 and 33, and 7 for carry-on bag, which I believe I will upgrade to 32, as per Lufthansa said it's possible. But their scale showed 32, 35 & 8kg. That is equally fine, I had no problem upgrading. But the lady who attended to me was just too crazy and started saying rubbish... That my only option is to look for extra bag and make it 3 bags, not exceeding 23kg each and I'll pay for one extra luggage. I never knew another wahala is underway. I bought a bag reshuffle and I got 23, 25, and 18. Luckily another staff told me to make it 32kg (pay for upgrade), 23kg (normal weight) and 12kg (I never knew passangers are entitled to 2 free carry on bags 8kg and 15kg (this can also be checked in). So I later paid to upgrade for the 32kg.
Now, this is where the stress began. Going through documents verification, my QR/Barcode on vaccination card only showed the 2nd Jab and date, the 1st was blank, because of that I was told I won't be allowed to board. (I've been fully vaccinated since Sept last year, and I do checked online myself even few weeks ago I checked, everything was showing perfectly well). I was told to call the number on the card if they can quickly rectify it, or go to the health service kiosk in the airport if anything can be done. That was how the trouble started o. Nobody could helped out, I was there calling the primary health care number on my card, moving from one place to another for over 2-3 hours. Nothing was done. Stressed and exhausted, I gave up, went back to the Lufthansa stand believing I'll have to book for another day, I asked for refund even if it's 70% (at least it's not that I didn't show up at the airport, so I should be entitled for a refund). It was at this point my brother in Ontario sent a screenshot on NPHCD site showing I'm fully vaccinated. I quickly scanned my barcode, still same issue, but on their site, using the personal identification number, it's showing the my full vaccination details. At this point, I reassured myself that Nigeria is truly a failed country. How could NPHCD site show different information on a single identification number. With the stress I went through, I cursed the country. Up till this moment if I scanned the barcode, it only show 1 jab, but if check on the site with the identification number, it shows the 2 jab. I was literally the last person on board. But luckily my window seat was still reserved for me.
I couldn't sleep much from Lagos to Frankfurt because of serious headache. In fact, I didn't enjoy the flight at all because of the stress. But after taking water and snack, I felt better and relaxed. We got to Germany - Frankfurt in the morning, around 6:30 am and from that point till my final destination, no single stress for me. The airport is massive, in fact, na train I take to my next Gate Porte (B-22). Went through security check and seated at the Gate Porte with other passengers going to Vancouver. Connected to the free Wi-Fi and made series of video calls. Our flight was delayed for about 2 hours.
Frankfurt to Vancouver was 10+ hours, so I slept, listened to music, watched a movie (Fatherhood) and before I know it, we are ready to land in Vancouver. I went to the self declaration machine, scanned my passport, all information appeared and printed out a receipt. I actually knew my bags would be sent to my final destination but a security officer said it would be in Vancouver. I waited for almost an hour and went to Lufthansa kiosk, the lady checked my details and said it's already sent to Victoria Airport. I went to immigration, spent about 15 minutes and my study permit was out (they only asked for my passport and LOI).
I missed my flight from Vancouver - Victoria. So, I went to the Air Canada kiosk and the lady issued a new boarding pass immediately without kobo. The flight was a short one, around 25 min, so before we knew it we are already in Victoria. When to pick my bags and everything was intact. CBSA didn't check anything, so everything I carried got to my final destination. Went out of the airport, took a yellow taxi to my airbnb accommodation. I was charged $65. If you know anyone that can pick you up at the airport, it'll be nice and save you some money.
Presently, I've got my SIN, Sim card, School ID and Bus Pass (till April 2023), opened bank account, got a permanent accommodation, booked appointment for BCID (British Columbia Identity Card) and preparing for my knowledge test so as to get my driver's licence asap.
Sincerely, if not for the wahala I went through at MMIA, it would have been a 100% stress-free journey. I couldn't even say goodbye to my people, couldn't snap a single shot with my wife and daughter. That thing still dey vex me till this moment.
Things are truly working here, pedestrian owns the road, not drivers. They must wait for you to walk through. Beautiful locations. Deers, squirrels and animals moving around and crossing the road, they no fear say someone go hunt them down You go see car open mouth, Tesla na like Toyota, you go see one nearly every corner. Many electric cars and products I've never seen or hear before. Infact, it's really good to experience living in a working system.
I wish everyone hoping and waiting a successful outcome. And to those that'll be flying soon, safe travel. Anyone coming to Victoria can reach out and I'll see how I can be of help/assistance. Thank you
Thanks Toceen for your landing gist. Wish you success and favour in Canada. Please Toceen how did you book Lufthansa airline and how did you pay for your fare since the air fare is quoted in dollars not Naira?
Lufthansa gives an option to transfer the Naira equivalent to their Nigerian account. I booked mine on their site and transferred the amount quoted in Naira and their rate was about N444 per dollar
Congrats may Canada favor you I love when landing gists comes with pictures e dey give me special joy ��
Toceen2022: Hi guys, sorry this is actually coming late. The unimaginable stress at MMIA and trying hard to find my feet here makes it difficult for me to come online and drop my landing gist on time.
LANDING GIST LAGOS - FRANKFURT - VANCOUVER - VICTORIA Airline - Lufthansa / Air Canada Date - August 18th/19th 2022. Time - 11pm.
I never expected the rigorous stress I went through at MMIA. Got to the airport early at 6:45pm for 11pm flight, and went straight to weigh my luggage. I knew beforehand that I have 31 and 33, and 7 for carry-on bag, which I believe I will upgrade to 32, as per Lufthansa said it's possible. But their scale showed 32, 35 & 8kg. That is equally fine, I had no problem upgrading. But the lady who attended to me was just too crazy and started saying rubbish... That my only option is to look for extra bag and make it 3 bags, not exceeding 23kg each and I'll pay for one extra luggage. I never knew another wahala is underway. I bought a bag reshuffle and I got 23, 25, and 18. Luckily another staff told me to make it 32kg (pay for upgrade), 23kg (normal weight) and 12kg (I never knew passangers are entitled to 2 free carry on bags 8kg and 15kg (this can also be checked in). So I later paid to upgrade for the 32kg.
Now, this is where the stress began. Going through documents verification, my QR/Barcode on vaccination card only showed the 2nd Jab and date, the 1st was blank, because of that I was told I won't be allowed to board. (I've been fully vaccinated since Sept last year, and I do checked online myself even few weeks ago I checked, everything was showing perfectly well). I was told to call the number on the card if they can quickly rectify it, or go to the health service kiosk in the airport if anything can be done. That was how the trouble started o. Nobody could helped out, I was there calling the primary health care number on my card, moving from one place to another for over 2-3 hours. Nothing was done. Stressed and exhausted, I gave up, went back to the Lufthansa stand believing I'll have to book for another day, I asked for refund even if it's 70% (at least it's not that I didn't show up at the airport, so I should be entitled for a refund). It was at this point my brother in Ontario sent a screenshot on NPHCD site showing I'm fully vaccinated. I quickly scanned my barcode, still same issue, but on their site, using the personal identification number, it's showing the my full vaccination details. At this point, I reassured myself that Nigeria is truly a failed country. How could NPHCD site show different information on a single identification number. With the stress I went through, I cursed the country. Up till this moment if I scanned the barcode, it only show 1 jab, but if check on the site with the identification number, it shows the 2 jab. I was literally the last person on board. But luckily my window seat was still reserved for me.
I couldn't sleep much from Lagos to Frankfurt because of serious headache. In fact, I didn't enjoy the flight at all because of the stress. But after taking water and snack, I felt better and relaxed. We got to Germany - Frankfurt in the morning, around 6:30 am and from that point till my final destination, no single stress for me. The airport is massive, in fact, na train I take to my next Gate Porte (B-22). Went through security check and seated at the Gate Porte with other passengers going to Vancouver. Connected to the free Wi-Fi and made series of video calls. Our flight was delayed for about 2 hours.
Frankfurt to Vancouver was 10+ hours, so I slept, listened to music, watched a movie (Fatherhood) and before I know it, we are ready to land in Vancouver. I went to the self declaration machine, scanned my passport, all information appeared and printed out a receipt. I actually knew my bags would be sent to my final destination but a security officer said it would be in Vancouver. I waited for almost an hour and went to Lufthansa kiosk, the lady checked my details and said it's already sent to Victoria Airport. I went to immigration, spent about 15 minutes and my study permit was out (they only asked for my passport and LOI).
I missed my flight from Vancouver - Victoria. So, I went to the Air Canada kiosk and the lady issued a new boarding pass immediately without kobo. The flight was a short one, around 25 min, so before we knew it we are already in Victoria. When to pick my bags and everything was intact. CBSA didn't check anything, so everything I carried got to my final destination. Went out of the airport, took a yellow taxi to my airbnb accommodation. I was charged $65. If you know anyone that can pick you up at the airport, it'll be nice and save you some money.
Presently, I've got my SIN, Sim card, School ID and Bus Pass (till April 2023), opened bank account, got a permanent accommodation, booked appointment for BCID (British Columbia Identity Card) and preparing for my knowledge test so as to get my driver's licence asap.
Sincerely, if not for the wahala I went through at MMIA, it would have been a 100% stress-free journey. I couldn't even say goodbye to my people, couldn't snap a single shot with my wife and daughter. That thing still dey vex me till this moment.
Things are truly working here, pedestrian owns the road, not drivers. They must wait for you to walk through. Beautiful locations. Deers, squirrels and animals moving around and crossing the road, they no fear say someone go hunt them down You go see car open mouth, Tesla na like Toyota, you go see one nearly every corner. Many electric cars and products I've never seen or hear before. Infact, it's really good to experience living in a working system.
I wish everyone hoping and waiting a successful outcome. And to those that'll be flying soon, safe travel. Anyone coming to Victoria can reach out and I'll see how I can be of help/assistance. Thank you
Could a recent traveller please help with the list of items, foods especially, that are allowed onto the flights and into Canada. I'll particularly like to know how these items were packed and presented.
Wakanow was telling me I'll require PCR test if I'd be flying on KLM. Is the same with other airlines? Which airlines don't require the test?
PCR test is not required if you are fully vaccinated unless they have a different policy.
sinorte: Could a recent traveller please help with the list of items, foods especially, that are allowed onto the flights and into Canada. I'll particularly like to know how these items were packed and presented.
Wakanow was telling me I'll require PCR test if I'd be flying on KLM. Is the same with other airlines? Which airlines don't require the test?
For that you will need to check your school's website. Some schools offer courses that allow you transition to masters after your program with your earned credits, they call it pathway or so. Alternatively, you could simply apply for masters after your program.
Welcome to the Beautiful British Columbia bro, Enjoy Victoria BC
Don't be too rush to take the ICBC knowledge test, but prior to the preparation for the test on Icbc App, you can still use your Nigeria licence to drive even till the duration of study.
Thank you so much bro. Yeah, I understand I can drive with my Naija licence, but there are some things I need to do and the licence won't be accepted for it. Also, insurance with Naija licence is high. I can save up to $100 or more monthly on insurance with BC licence.
You need to check the program’s page to see how many semesters make up an academic year. It’s mostly 3 semesters for regular programs.
Cheers
Nadingo: Pls if a 2yr Masters Degree program has a tuition fee of 3000CAD per semester, how many times should I multiply the semester fee to get the total tuition for the entire length of the program? How many semesters are there in a year in Canadian Universities?
Lufthansa gives an option to transfer the Naira equivalent to their Nigerian account. I booked mine on their site and transferred the amount quoted in Naira and their rate was about N444 per dollar
sinorte: Could a recent traveller please help with the list of items, foods especially, that are allowed onto the flights and into Canada. I'll particularly like to know how these items were packed and presented.
Wakanow was telling me I'll require PCR test if I'd be flying on KLM. Is the same with other airlines? Which airlines don't require the test?
Thank you
Don't mind those wakanow people, if you are fully vaccinated u don't need PCR test, they want to make money on your head. Tell them you have u asked KLM they said u don't need it, except u want to opt for another airline
Varies The tuition itself is around $8,200Cad or so The school fees is between $9,397 Cad to $10,200 cad
Since March
Alright
I will help anyway I can
The tuition fee is about 18000 CAD not 8200 CAD. I enrolled for the pre nursing program too at Brandon university, January intake, but the good news is you only pay for the courses you enrolled each semester that means you can complete your pre nursing program in 2 years (4 semesters) thereby split your school fee of about 18000 CAD into 4
You'll book your appointment online and they'll send you a mail
Might not be called appointment letter though I dunno what it's called but I did my upfront 11th of August iom Abuja and those are the two things needed
The tuition fee is about 18000 CAD not 8200 CAD. I enrolled for the pre nursing program too at Brandon university, January intake, but the good news is you only pay for the courses you enrolled each semester that means you can complete your pre nursing program in 2 years (4 semesters) thereby split your school fee of about 18000 CAD into 4
Pls what are the required documents you submitted?
Secondly, which intake were you given admission for? I checked there site now I saw next application is Oct 1. I want to know if it's not for jan coz we cant meet up with that. I want to apply for my cousin.
Is it normal diploma you applied for or advanced? I see that its software engineering. My is advanced computer system technology-networking jan intake
hayoBams: I can't really say if you're required to make the payment before deferment, But I already paid all my fees before applying for deferral. Correct me if I'm wrong, I don't think they will allow deferment without paying the full semester fees.
I did my biometric on 24 because I was not in Abuja when I submitted. After my biometric almost immediately I got a mail then I checked I saw that both medical and biometric passed same day.
apeja2017: I did my biometric on 24 because I was not in Abuja when I submitted. After my biometric almost immediately I got a mail then I checked I saw that both medical and biometric passed same day.
The tuition fee is about 18000 CAD not 8200 CAD. I enrolled for the pre nursing program too at Brandon university, January intake, but the good news is you only pay for the courses you enrolled each semester that means you can complete your pre nursing program in 2 years (4 semesters) thereby split your school fee of about 18000 CAD into 4
. The figure I gave is for a semester not for a year, should have mentioned it
