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Trello:
Hello everyone - I'm not quite sure whether this is the right section to post this.

Anyways, I currently hold a Master's degree and I also recently gained admission into a PhD program in a UK university but with no funding from the school and the estimated total cost of the tuition and living expenses amount to about #16 million for the 3 years.

So, I decided to come seek the opinion of folks here with better experience if it really worth spending this amount in the long run or should I rather invest this amount?

Thank you in advance!

1. Long term: Use your money to get Canada Permanent residence. For Canadian permanent residence and citizens, it is very easy to obtain full scholarship including free stipends.

2. Short term: Apply for admission and scholarship in US schools. If you dont get full scholarship, you will probably get half tuition discount or full tuition discount.

3. If your reason is because you want to stay abroad, then go for one year MSc in UK in cheap school for September 2020 admission. When you finish, you are guaranteed 2 years Post Study Work Visa and follow up.

4. Dont waste your money to do PhD. Only do PhD if you are given scholarship and you have a clear career path in PhD as it does not guarantee work. There are many unemployed PhD as you are overqualified to most jobs.

Academic tenured jobs are now scarce.

Edicoco:
Good day,
Please I was shortlisted for the ptdf oss interview (PhD). I have my BSc cert and statement of result for my MSc.

Will they accept my MSc notification/statement of result? I concluded my MSc 2017. Thanks

Yes.

Edicoco:
Good day,
Please I was shortlisted for the ptdf oss interview (PhD). I have my BSc cert and statement of result for my MSc.

Will they accept my MSc notification/statement of result? I concluded my MSc 2017. Thanks

yes

DeeOneBangin:
Thanks for the reply. Yes the allotted money will be in my account for the time frame (28days). What I am concerned about is the SOURCE since it would be a transfer from my parent. Would it be overlooked? Or do I do a gift deed for it? Or it’s not necessary.

No one cares about the source. Just have the money for the timeframe. I think you are confusing tier 4 visa with visitor and spouse visa. You need to Google about tier 4 financial requirements.

DeeOneBangin:
Good evening house, my questions goes thus;

1) does one need to do a gift deed to show as evidence of the huge/lump sum of money from a parent (tuition + living expense)

2) for the dependant visa, does a spouse need to show employment letters, leave letter, payslips etc

1. Since you are bringing your dependant, I advise you to put your alloted money in your account. You can also put your dependant maintenance money in your account too if you wish.

2. No. What you need is to proof if your relationship is subsisting. That is marriage certificate, photos b4 marriage and after marriage, wedding pictures, whatsapp and facebook communications, photos with family. Evidence of living together, e.t.c

EdoBoy90:
can I modify my statement of purpose?

Dont

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PTDF MSC AND PHD SCORING CRITERIA

Check yusufhaji post in the link below:

https://www.nairaland.com/5289446/ptdf-local-scholarship-scheme-2018

In addition, ensure you bring all documents you are told to bring as everything will be scored as marks.

You can also bring awards if you have it. Although, professional membership will be scored this time around. Bring employment letter too as a proof to your defense.

FOR MSC, Prepare for summarising your statement of purpose in 5 mins and it must cover all the scoring criteria aspect to get the full mark. So practise well.

FOR PHD, Prepare for summarising your research proposal in 5 mins and it must cover all the scoring criteria aspect to get the full mark. So practise well.

May ALLAH grant you all the best. Amin.

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Derrinclay:
I need help with tips abt the interview

This will help:

https://www.nairaland.com/5289446/ptdf-local-scholarship-scheme-2018

Dolorsa:
Good day sir. My visa was granted. Thanks a lot. I appreciate everyone who took out time to respond to my questions. God bless us all.

Nice one.

Ola9292:
Hello please,will people finishing their masters may 2021 be eligible for post study visa?

No one exactly knows. Wait till July 2021 for official information from the government website.

Global talent visa is out now officially

https://www.gov.uk/global-talent

Tobexin:
yea bro I understand all what you meant but I have some bucks to spare for it. Cars are not expensive but it still the same recurring cost it seems to be at all. Good Mecedenz Benz C300 cost 1.2 million in UK Which is close to 4 million in Nigeria, while the insurance of such car will cost me like 1.4million Naira annually including MOT and Co since I will be using my Niaja driving pending the time I pass my assessment in all I won’t be spending close to 4million get all this done. I noticed having a car helps secure good paying jobs sometimes because they do specifically require it.

The few big companies that require it usually ask for Full UK Driving Licence and not having a car. They will provide you a car.

My focus is on big companies/high skilled jobs and not low skilled jobs.

tounshow:
I want to do MSC in the uk best year, my husband did his msc in the uk aswell just after the PSW was cancelled, he has 10yrs experience in IT now, does he stand a good chance of getting a good job if he gets dependent visa, please advice.

Yes. He has a very good chance as IT is hot cake and he is skilled and experience. He can also work full time. He is also eligible to apply on his own for Tier 2 visa without your input. Tier 4 dependant can switch their visa to Tier 2 visa in the UK. Good luck.

Tobexin:
thanks bro! Do you know the best website to buy cheap used Cars in Uk?

The cost of car in UK is not that expensive.

What matters most is the recurring costs. You want to think of passing theory and driving test which is expensive.
You also want to think of monthly insurance, annual or monthly road tax, car maintenance costs and annual MOT which is also expensive.

You should have a good source of money to drive a car in UK. This is not Nigeria.

Just focus on your MSc now and strive to apply to companies that sponsor Tier 2 job now. You can get job before you finish your studies.
That should be your priority.

This is just my advice. But if you have sufficient money of owning a car and recurring costs of car, then you can buy. Just wanted you to know

UK POST BREXIT SETTLEMENT IMMIGRATION- MINIMUM OF 70 POINTS REQUIRED

You must fulfill the 3 Mandatory components- Job approval from a Tier 2 sponsor, job at appropriate skilled level and English language proficiency.

Anyone wanting to come to the UK to work must have a job offer with a salary threshold of £25,600 – though a salary “floor” of £20,480 will be acceptable if in shortage job lists. Those with PhD in STEM discipline will also be favoured.

Note that if there is high competition, candidates with high scores will be invited to apply. So having 70 points those not guarantee acceptance.

Check the below image for the breakdown.

Source: https://amp.theguardian.com/uk-news/2020/feb/18/uk-to-close-door-to-non-english-speakers-and-unskilled-workers

Prospective UK scholars, shine your eyes and grab the opportunity. When you get work there then send money back home to Nigeria and empower your family. Dont ever forget Nigeria as the white will still class you as second citizen. Your investments and vitals should go back to Nigeria to boost our economy

I came back after my MSc even though I got a job offer in the UK but turned it down so that I can add value in Nigeria. However, I didn't have a chance to apply my skills and experience despite being over qualified due to nepotism and man-know-man. I even offered to lecture part time to teach my software skills to students but the lecturers were scared of losing their jobs. There is no employment guaranteed in Nigeria when you come back.

I thereafter got PhD scholarship and I dont think I will make the same mistake. Leave the little jobs in Nigeria to those who have not migrated and those who are still huzzling. Work and acquire all necessary skills and experience in the UK and return all your investment in Nigeria to boost Nigeria economy. At the long run, come back home to Nigeria and finally settle to empower the Nigeria youths with your capital to bring about the needed change to develop Nigeria.

The government cannot save Nigeria. You and I, the capitalists, can.

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UK POST BREXIT SETTLEMENT IMMIGRATION- MINIMUM OF 70 POINTS REQUIRED

You must fulfill the 3 Mandatory components- Job approval from a Tier 2 sponsor, job at appropriate skilled level and English language proficiency.

Anyone wanting to come to the UK to work must have a job offer with a salary threshold of £25,600 – though a salary “floor” of £20,480 will be acceptable if in shortage job lists. Those with PhD in STEM discipline will also be favoured.

Note that if there is high competition, candidates with high scores will be invited to apply. So having 70 points does not guarantee acceptance.

Check the below image for the breakdown.

Source: https://amp.theguardian.com/uk-news/2020/feb/18/uk-to-close-door-to-non-english-speakers-and-unskilled-workers

From DMAINMAN

gsk4reality:
I earn less than 100k as well but I want to sponsor myself for my studies, is this a red flag for immigration?

Nobody cares whether you are unemployed or self employed. No one cares about your salary. All these are for visitor visa.

For student visa, you need to have the alloted amount for 28 days in your account or your parents must show the alloted amount for 28 days.
Your parent must also write acknowledgement letter and show proof of relationship.

I advise you to google tier 4 visa, tier 4 financial requirements for visa, tier 4 requirements for visa or read this thread to have full knowledge to enable you make informed decision.

Take care.

wiselong:
Good Day All,

Please I have two clarifications to make:

1. In choosing universities in UK for master program in IT Courses, will a university in London city give more advantage to choosing a university outside London city? Considering the Job Opportunities while schooling and after schooling?

2. Considering that am going with a dependant will the ease of of getting jobs withing London city be more than outside London?

Thanks for your responses!

1. There are job opportunities inside London and outside London. Cities like Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool have lots of job opportunities. Your choice of university should be about the competence and how suited the module is to your career.

2. Since you are bringing dependant, it should be noted that London is very expensive. The average two bed flat is London is about 1200 pounds while 2 bed flat in Birmingham cost you 600 pounds. This is 50 percent less. I repeat there are job opportunities outside and inside London.

Dont choose course and schools because of petty student jobs. Choose schools and courses based on your career advancement.

If you are interested in getting professional jobs and having permanent residency in UK, your focus should be on Tier 2 and post brexit immigration.

Check my posts on page 568 about the two stuffs and how you can effectively plan on it.

Take care.

Jacknn:
Wow beautifully explained.. Thanks a lot...

You are welcome

blackbriar:
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Ibuske:
Hello All,

I will like to make some enquiries and will appreciate responses.

I have just applied for Masters program with my maiden name though married.

My new International passport is on my maiden name.

My marriage certificate is intact.

Though, I plan renewing it with my new name after this expires.

My concerns are:
I hope there won't be any issue during my visa application as my partner will be a Tier 4 Dependant.

Is there any law stating that your Intl. Passport must be in your partner's name before being issued visa.

I await your reply.

No issue. My wife used her father name as my dependant.

Ensure you include your marriage cert, marriage pictures, courtship pictures, facebook or whatsapp messages, call logs, upkeep payment from spouse evidence e.t.c to proof that your relationship with your husband is subsisting.

Jacknn:
Thank you dmainman. Please can a 2.2 graduate attempt dis scholarship or its a waste of effort. Are de any 2.2 grads who have gotten any of these scholarships Malaysia,new Zealand and That of UK,advice please

FOR PTDF (UK)

To say the truth, most winners of these scholarships are First class and 2.1 holders.

For PTDF, long before the introduction of interview, many 2.2 holders win it as it is just about passing exam.

But now, there are strict criteria to follow as it is interview. The criteria tend to favour 2.1 and First class holders.

In conclusion, for MSc, very few 2.2 holders win it. Those 2.2 winners usually have publications, excellent o level results and in a less competitive state.

For PhD, higher number of 2.2 BSc holders win it as criteria tend to consider MSc grade, publications and PhD research proposal.

FOR NEWZEALAND AND MALAYSIA

Virtually all winners are 2.1 and First class holders

FOR CHINA CSC GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Considerable 2.2 BSc holders win it

Folahanmi19:
Thanks brother... God bless you

God bless you too.

Geesucc:
pls can someone tender one month statement of account ?

Yes if applying for Tier 4 or Tier 4 dependant visa. The alloted money must be in the account at least for the last 28 days and never below the allotted amount in the 28 days.

SAMDEEA123:
Is there anyone going to the University Of Derby in September 2020?

I have been to Derby. It is very dull but things are cheap.

Duchess313:
Am really worried,I did my biometric on the 15th January 2020 and received the processing e.mail on the 16th.It's a month now and I haven't heard anything from the them,my intended travel date is 29th February.I don't know why its taken so long like this.Its a visit visa,I want to attend my sister's convocation ceremony at the University of London.

If you stay near the Visa Application Centre, I advise you to go and check. Sometimes those guys delay a lot.

But if you live far that you will need to travel, then wait till you receive collection email.

ijeshaoflondon:
Sometimes the ECO can be funny sometimes, looks like spending 3 times of your disposable income isnt applicable to your own case... My broda Na grace speak for you ooo, cos u already planned to spend over 3 tines ur disposable income and thats a red flag. Congratz

Yeah. It is true o. However, I think what helped him was other overwhelming evidence he showed.

Spark2:
Good day fellow NLders, please Can I go for an Msc. (Chemistry) with a BSc.(Ed) In Chemistry Education? I graduated with a CGPA of 4.44 in chemistry Education but I realized the Education is not just my thing so I'd love to further my studies in Chemistry with a specialization in physical chemistry. If you have some experiences (not necessarily yours) it'll go a very long way if you share with me. You could as well suggest Universities for me here in Nigeria.
Thanks.

Yes. You can apply directly.

Folahanmi19:
Bro i was told to upload my WAEC result with atleast C6 in English by Teesside uni so as to get my unconditional offer letter, my problem is i have a waec result but the person who helped me to register my waec then made a mistake and added a year to my age and it's evident on the WAEC certicate, the age on the certificate is not in sync with the age I'm using nw so I have been using my NECO result since then.... Will teesside accept a NECO certificate please?

Yes Teeside university accept NECO C6

https://www.tees.ac.uk/sections/international/minimum_english_scores.cfm

justwise:
@DMainMan

I have noticed your numerous attempts to advertise your website here, please that has to stop.

Oh. Never knew it is banned in your travel section but it is allowed in Education, Career and Job nairaland section for people to get awareness in job and scholarship. All the moderators cannot be all wrong and I have been posting the Facebook link since 2011.

Educational awareness is not advertisement. Advertisement is for business to get money. I am not making any given money. I dont even have that given time. Facebook is not my personal website but for Mark Zuckerberg.

If it is your policy of not posting scholarship information here, then that will be stopped.