₦airaland Forum

shodexy:
you guys have commented well on this pgc/pgd versus masters thing.

I'll just say that there must be a sense of purpose in whatever one is doing.

You must also be able to convincingly prove to the VO's that you will return to ur home country if you cannot legally remain in canada after your studies irrespective of whatever program you apply for.

End of discussion....

brandymcmb:
That's the main point, most graduates on here have a graduated with a 2.2 and hence most Canadian schools don't accept that for Masters that's why they go for PGD and that's no one's fault. Even those with a 2.1 are been denied admission into Masters programmes
The other point is if 96% of those with a 2.2 got a Masters admission they wouldn't even think of a PGD so let's stop this arguments

You are both on point.

Mizbaby:
Thanks. I am going to do my pgd program but I will discuss with the school to accelerate it. You can submit your Brock uni letter at Poe if u want to change.

Sorry, I wasn't clear with my comment,I meant that was what I did two years ago when I got to Canada.
I don't know if you got my PM request.


@ PGD vs Masters, there is no need for such argument if you are in Nigeria. Come into Canada to see things for yourself before making subjective argument about the seniority of one over the other. One thing we Nigerians are good at is trying to undermine others by saying one thing is better than the other. The simple truth about the Canadian system is that some courses are better instructed in a college while some are not because of the practicality involved; like vocational courses. We have to be very analytical in our argument to make it objective rather than subjective.
Anyways, nobody give a **** about your degree if you are exceptional at doing what you do. *Nigerians and inferiority complex are like bread and Iya Koffi's beans*. Chai i miss that beans.....Mizbaby reply to my PM or better still, answer my question here.

Cheers

Mizbaby:
I hope to travel in late March, then I will discuss with the pgd school and make a decision then.

Congratulation, happy on your TRV. Your case is similar to mine, I got my TRV with Centennial college but moved to Brock uni......I sent you a PM, i would like to chat with you regarding the content of the mail you sent to the embassy.

lonzo:
Hello House

Pls quick one .. I have applied already and waiting for my TRV but i want to change my program when i get to Canada

question . will an MBA of 12months qualify me for the 3yrs PGWPP

I applied using a college but i attended a university edufair today and it seems i will be admitted for an MBA so i want to confirm

Thanks Guys

awaiting your anwers

Posters above me have said it all... If the MBA program is in Ontario, you qualify to apply for PR (PNP) after graduation.
Cheers.

chukwuemeka275:
Hi guys I got refused a study visa for a certificate programme and reasons were:
I did not convince the visa officer that I'll return after my programme based on these
- Purpose of visit
-Travel history
- Family ties in Canada and in Nigeria

Actually my uncle in Canada paid my school fees and I provided his financials during application.

Well I've never travelled abroad before so I really wonder why that's an issue

Purpose of visit is supposed to be to study as I have evidence of admission letter and fees paid

Can someone give an idea of where I got the application wrong?
Thanks

It would be advisable to list all the documents you submitted, Gurus in the house can help from there.
Sometimes it isn't about the application you sent forth, it's about the timing of application.
In 2013, I was denied visa into Canada, I used exactly the same docs the second time and got it, the only obvious change on the application was my admission letter from a different school .
Don't give up bro, just retry.
Cheers.

[quote author=Jengbetiele post=41366171][/quote]Nice write up, when I saw this post I was attracted to it because a lot of my peeps in Nigeria call me to enquire about some kinda scholarships to Canada which usually are scams by some greedy peeps. After reading your post, it is obvious you are here with facts and not the scam some people pass around that even we studying here don't know of. Honestly, you have done well to share this information with others.
God bless you.

dania30:
Compliments of the season threadmates!!!

Is there anyone at Brock University

I got your mail.
I'm studying at Brock, feel free to shoot me mails. I'll gladly assist to the best of my knowledge.
Huzzie

kennykentipsy:
where are u at st Catherines am at oakville ave

Same one along queenston.... I just completed my masters at Brock, I used to live along Pelham road.

This thread moves at the speed of light...part 9 already. Anyways, keep up the good work #straightfromstcatharines.

kennykentipsy:
am at st Catherines already very quiet area winter come earlier here cos of the presence of the rivers

at for the food stuffs they allowed all I carried noodle garri yam floor melon ogbono dried fish dried pepper

note oilly substance would not be allowed both in hand luggage and checked in luggage also meat won't be allowed and make sure u declare properly wen u entering at the port of entry cos they have seen the content of ur bag if u lie it might result in a fine

Welcome to St catharines, are you studying at Brock or Niagara college?....

kykybfo:
@Huzzie,pls i sent you a msg,kindly check your mail.tnk u

ok

neoneyo:
Hello everyone, from the cic website i have noticed they are new rules regarding change of schools or courses as at june 2014

please can any one give insight as to changing schools or course of study after ariving canada from the one that was the basis of TRV/STUDY PERMIT.
i am aware the first step is getting admission to the school you want to change to and notifying the cic....
MY QUESTION is, in a case when u want to transfer from a PGD prog to an Undergraduate Diploma, are there any peculiarities or problems associated with that and does it fall under the category of change of level as stated below(copied from the cic website), which requires applying for a new study permit.


http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/study-changes.asp

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[color=#990000]If you applied for a study permit to attend a post-secondary institution after June 1, 2014, you must notify Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) via your MyCIC account every time you change institutions. [color=#006600]You are not required to apply for a new study permit when changing institutions that are at the same level of study (e.g., from a college to a university).

For example, you must notify CIC if you submit a letter of acceptance from the University of Ottawa when you apply for your study permit but then transfer to Carleton University once you arrive in Canada.

You are not required to notify CIC when you change institution if:

you applied for a study permit prior to June 1, 2014;
you were issued a study permit to attend an institution at the primary or secondary level; or
you obtained a study permit as the family member of a study or work permit holder (i.e., you were not required to submit a letter of acceptance when applying for a study permit).[/color]
I COPIED THIS FROM THE CIC SITE.
thanks

This shouldn't be a big deal; I think they just want to be aware of any changes made for easy identification. I changed from Centennial college to Brock university in May 2014 and my current Study permit has Centennial on it, whenever I have to present my study permit they keep asking why I changed school. So if the policy was in place before I changed school, I won't have to be explaining myself every time. If you want to change school, inform the school first so that they could at least direct you on what to do because a school like Brock don't interfere with CIC related matters but they would direct you. All the best.

kfrosh:
Bro; can someone who can be fully sponsored for a year hussle to sponsor himself tru the second year from your experience over there.

It is possible, only if you have break in-between your studies to work; like summer break. But working and studying at the same time, I doubt it.

Hi everyone, good to be back with my e-family...good work guys. See you all in Canada, we need people to absorb the cold abeg. Na spring we talk say we dey oooo, but person still gat check weather report everyday . Just an additional advise to the house for those who are not aware, It is advisable to pick a 2year dip/PGD for PGWP(Post-Graduate Work Permit) purpose.I have met so many Nigerians who did 2 unrelated programs because they did a 1year course and needed to do another one to make them eligible for the 3years PGWP. I want to assume we all know that to get a PR you need at least 1year work experience depending on the province of studies to qualify for the CEC(Canadian Experience Class). And for those coming for a masters program,duration of studies shouldn't be a major concern because getting a PR could be achieved through the PNP(Provincial Nominee Program). With this program you don't need work experience, you just need a certain amount to be in your bank account (about 11k or so).
Why am I saying this?
I have met people who came to Canada before me and didn't know jack about these things I just spill here. Some even argue about the authenticity of what I told them , but as a professional arguer I just gave them the links to allow them wallow in their ignorance.
When you come into the Country, what you should do?
Make findings about things before doing it, not necessary through the internet only. Ask people in a professional way without flaunting ignorance . Always follow the international office at your school for the latest; for example I got the information about PNP and US visa through the international center seminars, before then my Ghanaian friends told me I could only get the US visa if I lied I was going for a conference in the US. I applied and the got my US visa by telling them I wanted to go for shopping(N.B- my school is 30minutes drive to Buffalo, it may not always be the case for those whose school isn't close to the border).

I wish you all the best, but before I abscond again @oga siga, Justwise, Fhemmy et al....my respect.

Drabeey:
She said she would help me travel to the States but she would keep me indoors in her house for 6 months pending when my papers allowing me to move around the US would be ready.

I'm already receiving 75,000 naira per month here in Nigeria and still single.

Please is there any advise from the house?

I know you must have heard some ot the things I want to highlight.
As much as the purpose of your question is to get advise, but sincerely the decision is yours to make; weigh your options and consider the short and long term effect of your decision. I am in Canada studying, I can tell you the grass is not as green as I thought, IMO, I don't regret my decision and I am fine with it.
So make a decision and stick with it.

Lol

Happy new year to my e-family

ganezo2000:
please what procedure do i need to go thro if i wanna change my college and course of study after arriving Toronto kindly please help me with advice and exp. Thanks

Do you already have admission with another school? If you do, present the admission letter to your current school that you want to transfer.
Well, that was what I did with mine, you might need to check your school website for procedure.

Sincerely, you handled it the right way.
Women generally like to be victims in whatever situation they find themselves to get sympathy from observers; this is actually inherent in them. My advise is always know when to avoid the cause of the confrontation; I am also struggling with this,though, my wife has never confronted me neither have I but I keep falling into her trap, hence, making her the victim.
Just keep praying for patience and calmness to handle such situation, "a strong man is one who knows when to walk out of an argument and apologize when wrong"-Huzzie

For those of you that live in France ....What happens to people like Tompolo there?

My father may not be popular but he will remain popular forever in the hearts of people he touched. Passed away dec 1st, 2014.

Gozychuks:
Is there any format of mailing a potential supervisor to capture their interest in a research based masters program. How is the best way to approach a potential supervisor? Who can help?

Hello Dr xxxx,
My name is xxxxx. I studied xxxxx at
xxxxxx University in Nigeria.
I am interested in the M.Sc. xxxxxx in University of xxxxx Canada.
I have gone through your profile on the University's website and I would love to know what you are working on and whether you might have any projects for which you are seeking graduate student or I would like
to know your availability to supervise me at the Master's level which I
intend starting xxxx 201x.

Thank you in anticipation.

Your name

That's a style from my numerous format used.....work on it and build a better one.

jojcanada:
Just checked on laptop and it has all my details. Praise God. Phew. Finally over.

Congrats sis.....

Good morning house,
Something I find really creepy just happened. Apparently, the embassy does 'thorough' checking.
I got an email notification from LinkedIn saying that I had profile views. They usually send me that and I just ignore. I'm sure they send everyone that anyway. But this time, thanks to boredom, I checked it and guess what? Someone from CCG viewed my profile.
What this means is probably that, alongside your application, they might be interested what you do on Social Media. Maybe to get a deeper insight on who you are or to verify some information. I don't know.
Be careful what you do on Social Media.
Lol that's just what I was going to share. (Scared they might even find this one here too ) lol

My people can too fear like.....haaaha, make una forget wetin V.O dey do oooo. You have made the right choice choosing Canada(that's your own part), why not just leave the other part to God. Anyways, that's how I see life sha.....I won't mention names, but some of my guys wey we dey canada together, if una see their facebook page omo fear go grip una.
My brothers and sisters abeg pray for God's favour; the intent of the poster wasn't to scare anyone but just to inform the house.
See you all in Canny soon.....this cold too much for only me, make una come so we go fit gather enjoy am

Ornaments:
Hello everyone, I have a question for the house as regards supervision...thesis based program.............when a potential supervisor encourages you to apply and get back to him immediately you have done so, does it automatically translates to the fact that she has agreed to supervise you?

Reason why I am asking is because I don't want to waste my hard earned money. Thanks

It doesn't guaranty anything; I got the same reply from a potential supervisor at UNBC last year and I didn't get the admission. Funny enough, this was the same reply my friend got from the same supervisor 2 years ago when we he applied and he was admitted....So I would advise you to apply anyways and place your trust in God.

realone01: Alhamdulilah! Best sallah gift ever, exactly 2 months I submitted my application. Got a message to go for medical just now

Congrats.....

MrArams: LIST OF TRV HOPEFULS ( WINTER - JAN 2015 )

1. kruxit: AUGUST 13, Fanshawe, Online route, PG.
2. MrArams: SEPTEMBER 11, CUCA, Online route PG



If you have admission for Winter
and have applied for TRV

Please provide the following information
**Submission date**Institution*
**Mode of submission: Online/Paper
**level of study

It's amazing how time flies, this time last year I had my name on a list like this for TRV hopefuls. ....For those that already applied or intending to apply,I pray you shall all get God's favour and mercy. For those that have been denied/delayed, don't give up because your story may be like mine too. And to my Ogas (Siga, Fhemmy, Chrigo,Playpays, Tolyem, Earthgreener et al) stay blessed. Anyways, I deemed it necessary today to pray for all ... #I can never forget this forum, tight schedule won't allow my frequent appearance here. Love you all....

Better to be late than being late. ..HaPpy independence my e-family.

Topics like this make me cry for Nigeria; we give credit to the unnecessary things and ignore the necessary ones. Nigerians and our ways of justifying everything....
@OP...i want to believe you are not one of those geologists that start and end career in a bank.

"I don't want to change the world, i just want to make a differences" -UB.

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