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Mekky2010:
BA = Internatinal Relations and Foreign Policy
MA = Globalization and Conflict Management
PhD = History of International Relations and Foreign Policy ( concluded 2012)

All was done in Russia, initially as a private student but was later awarded a scholarship for masters and later PhD, there are good chances of securing scholarships for PhD, however, language barrier will be a deterring factor, hence, preference is usually given to those with sound knowledge of the language, thesis are written and defended in Russian in the presence of about 30 professors from various institutions.

My advise to any intending applicant is work as if your defense is the next day, else you ll be frustrated half way and pull out, close to 60% of students I knew never defended...some of the professors that ll be reviewing your work as you move on may be highly insensitive in their criticism, this can be highly frustrating especially when you know you have put so much hours in the library to get the work done.

Persistence is the key!!!!

IHATESCHOOL:
Hello,

There is no special, or say, separate scholarship application. There is an option to automatically apply for half or full scholarship alongside your MDP application. Such scholarship application is however always highly competitive, as every NON-EU/EEA will definitely want to get the tuition free thingy (even if some could ordinarily afford to pay the tuition fees, scholarship would be a plus to them and that's only rational), most especially for the fact that the scholarship application is too easy and straight forward, as all they need do is click on the scholarship option too, even if they may not eventually get it. Therefore, the top (say first 10%, 15% and so on, as the case may be) applicants are usually considered. It's 'mostly strictly' based on merits.

It's actually very possible you apply for a full scholarship and get half or nothing but just the admission, or not even get admitted, not to talk of getting the "scho" in "scholarship". I'll just advise you apply for/to as many programmes and or unis, respectively, as you can, in order to increase your chances. That being said, your application(s) should be well compiled/packaged and unique, as that can make you stand out and will definitely make a great contribution to being successful in your application(s), as very competitive as it may seem. I hope this helps.

BR

onatisi:
my brother ask anybody and they will tell u ,if u get to tt u wont think of usa again.ask nigerian nurses and doctors there.do u know how strigent and hard their visa is ?
do u know how much a menial worker is paid in a day ?the last time i checked it was almost 50 us ,the good thing when travelling anywhere is ,get skilled in an hand work .most especially building like masonry,carpentry ,steel bending and things like that .although this idea may sound stupid but this is the best advice ,forget ur grammar grammar certficate .get skilled

happyday:
If you have 4.0 or higher, apply still.

happyday:
Hi all! Just seeing this, so I figure I should drop a hint or two. FYI, US (post)graduate schools don't advertise admissions the way other countries do theirs. It's a standard practice that every year interested and motivated students would apply to schools of their choosing, based on what they want from a US graduate degree.

For the most part, you have to DIY. To apply to US grad schools (esp STEM), you'll need to send your transcripts (which include your undergrad GPA), convince 2/3 people to recommend you, write a statement of purpose explaining your reason for getting a grad degree, take tests (the most common for STEM courses is the GRE), and also the TOEFL (to prove you can survive on English-speaking campus like those in in America).

These should get you admitted, if you choose the right mix of schools.

The other part is the money. If you do a very good job of selling yourself well, (and you're lucky!), most schools will cover your tuition, and then pay you a stipend every month, so you can help some Profs with their research. So, you get a degree, and alongside get paid to get research experience. A good deal, if you ask me.

All the best to everyone!this I'll be nice.please I have some documents except GRE.I'll write it soon when money comes. for the TOEFL part,can one use proficiency proof obtained from ones school as an alternative? is GRE a must for ones application to be considered ?kindly help please.please can Canadian schools give scholarship without GRE?

happyday:
Hi all! Just seeing this, so I figure I should drop a hint or two. FYI, US (post)graduate schools don't advertise admissions the way other countries do theirs. It's a standard practice that every year interested and motivated students would apply to schools of their choosing, based on what they want from a US graduate degree.

For the most part, you have to DIY. To apply to US grad schools (esp STEM), you'll need to send your transcripts (which include your undergrad GPA), convince 2/3 people to recommend you, write a statement of purpose explaining your reason for getting a grad degree, take tests (the most common for STEM courses is the GRE), and also the TOEFL (to prove you can survive on English-speaking campus like those in in America).

These should get you admitted, if you choose the right mix of schools.

The other part is the money. If you do a very good job of selling yourself well, (and you're lucky!), most schools will cover your tuition, and then pay you a stipend every month, so you can help some Profs with their research. So, you get a degree, and alongside get paid to get research experience. A good deal, if you ask me.

All the best to everyone!this I'll be nice.please I have some documents except GRE.I'll write it soon when money comes. for the TOEFL part,can one use proficiency proof obtained from ones school as an alternative? is GRE a must for ones application to be considered ?kindly help please.

happyday:
They don't need first class graduates, they want those who are motivated and self-driven. The theory is, students who are motivated often finish with first class degrees. If you happen to not graduate with that, you'll need to show them your potential through other different ways. Apply still.

PNZD:
To the best of my Knowledge, this is not true.
They do give direct admission to international students. Although you have to be eligible to gain such. Their masters program is in two parts: taught and research. You can choose if you want to study for 1-yr, 18-months or 2years but I'm not sure this option covers all their Masters programmes.

Taught masters is made up of taught courses and may include a research project. You must have completed an undergraduate program from any recognized university with good grades. I read that some may require work experience so check the postgraduate site properly.

For a research masters, you must have completed a postgraduate diploma from the university or a postgraduate taught qualification from any recognized university and you will need a supervisor. I guess this is the origin of your question.

Please note that not all masters programme have these options.

My advice, go through the POSTGRADUATE website properly, both general and the departmental of your institution of interest. Also check the FAQs page of the proposed institution. If you still are not satisfied with the information, DO NOT HESITATE to contact the graduate studies secretary and postgraduate students information desk or however they call them. You can also ask them for information on supervisors. Best of luck.@pnzd, thanks for your informative post.I want to study in new Zealand for masters degree.I did history and international studies here in Nigeria and I'll be going for masters in either international relations or development studies.please is it possible for one to get full scholarship in new Zealand even if one should select the school that ranked low there?I v checked my course and found university of otago.can I get funding there relatively? I v downloaded there data base and currently developing a research proposal and looking for money to write ielts.my emphasis is on scholarship even if its full tuition waiver.do you think I stand a chance with a cgpa of 4.49 ?is it possible for something like direct PhD from bachelors there?I await your guide please.

fOFT:
Check the page below out. It should match your academic background and curriculum
http://www.iusspavia.it/eng/master.php?id=27&sez=1#.WRD6muWGPIU

fOFT:
Hi , Next month the University of Pavia will release a call for application into the Fund for cooperation and knowledge scholarship. There are other scholarships too like chevening and Erasmus Mundus. If you have a good statement of purpose, you are guaranteed these scholarships with the result you have.

good4all40:
A construction worker earns 150 dollars in Algiers and 250 in some companies no cv or past experience required, just show enthusiasm and readiness to work that's all.

frankie2K:
That is the spirit I like. Forget all those blogs that will discourage you from leaving and advice you to stay here with high hopes that people make it here. A country that cares less of its citizens and the few jobs left are for the children of d high and mighty with connections. Then they will tell others to be enterprenuers to learn how to barb or ride keke or plait here. I ask do we need certificates to do those things. I started a Masters program here and before I will finish it, 1.2mill will be down. I abadoned it mehn. Better i use that money go Finland for a better education

queendoreez:
Exactly my thoughts, the situation in Nigeria has degenerated so much in the last couple of years. One has to struggle for virtually everything, power supply, water, good health care, good roads and prices of foodstuffs has skyrocketed etceteras. My kids deserve a better life and i owe them that.

And thank you sir for your kind words and congratulations on your admission.

larrygal:
4.49 on d scale of 5? Ur school wicked ooooooo...so dey can't round it up to 4.5...I think u stand a chance, as AV said earlier dat I don't really know much
Abt my papers ..yes published online

larrygal:
I did not make a first class but I have a very strong 2 1.my toefl score is a bit above UAF cut off wc was 90.I have two published paper and attended one international conference.
About my transcript,what I did was I submitted the student copy of my transcript with other document posted to UAF.Although UAF confirmed it was unofficial but they did not remove it from the parcel. So I think the school I applied to worked on the unofficial copy. That really helped me cos my official transcript got to UAF after the stipulated deadline.
Art and Social science-seriously I don't know, cos i'm new on dis platform, infact Finland admission generally. I think frankie2K will be perfect for d question

larrygal:
My transcript got delivered to UAF after the supplementary closing date and UAF mailed me that it won't be process cos dey don't treat late enclosure.I even begged thru mail also told dem d factors that might have caused d late arrival and I receive the reply telling me they have their policy and always strict wit it
I did Toefl not ielts

larrygal:
All was possible through the help of God and a friend in Finland who stood as a mentor
It was so stress full , @a point I tot 1 won't have d admission cos d wahala university admission Finland gave me on my transcript na die but I Thank God
Any question will b welcome

essencevics:
its a Voluntary job,no pay.but its a good source of experience especially for those who want to work in the development
sector.

maestrojay:
Hello guys, i intend running a masters program in international relations in poland this year (by His grace), iv looked at university of warsaw and i think its kool, but ani other opinion of schools with fair tuition is highly welcomed. Abeg help a bro. I have a 2-2 . Thanks