turawaa:
Kudos to the Op for opening this very multiple purpose travelling hints thread.

Please the experienced ones!!!

I have a Bsc and Master Degrees (Human Anatomy)(Basic Medical Science) in a Nigeria Federal University. I'm planning going for PhD in any European countries.

Pls suggest an easy way to travel to any country for me.

Thanks in anticipation

Congratulations in advance..... Search threads for PHD in AUSTRIA..... you would be glad

ednut1:
i studied this thread, took me 2 years to achieve my goals. I dey canada now. 2023 citizenship loading. https://www.nairaland.com/6081746/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled

Great bro, your wealth of experience would highly be essential here, please kindly assist by sharing your experience it would go a long way sir..... It would be a privilege for me to be there by then to celebrate your citizenship rather than celebrate a new incarnated PDP or Apc president here in Nigeria

Rosarie:
Pls how can someone with Family immigrate to Ireland.where does one start from?

Everything is possible.... Just to know the exact things to start with, google and research is the starting point.... We are all in this together.... This thread is for the determined only.....

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All of you who ponder on the idea of studying abroad should definitely consider a country from Europe, even if you’re a European yourself. Why? Because Europe is one of the oldest continents, each country is quite unique, steeped in history, and there is always something new and interesting to discover, regardless of the study destination you will choose.

In addition, if you study a Master's degree in Europe, you will inevitably learn a new language, uncover the secrets of a new and different culture and what’s probably most exciting than anything, visit some of the world’s most appealing and iconic attractions.

In terms of the educational benefits, many countries from Europe are home to some of the top-ranked universities worldwide. Students benefit from a highly supportive and multicultural academic environment and you can find a plethora of English-taught programmes. In some cases, you don’t even have to pay tuition fees. But which are the best countries for studying abroad in Europe?

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Except for UK universities, known to offer only English degrees, along with the increasing number of international students worldwide, many other European universities deliver study programmes that are either partially or entirely taught in English. The good news is that each year, more top universities from many European countries introduce English-taught courses.

Check out this list including some of the most popular countries and cities from Europe where you can enjoy your international study adventure:

1. Study a Master's degree in Germany
Whether you want to study in Berlin, Munich, Koln, Frankfurt, or any other German city, you are guaranteed to receive a high standard of education combined with world-class research. German universities are well-known for their academic performance, modern student facilities and graduates’ high employability rate. Germany has some of the highest ranked universities worldwide in terms of excellent teaching as well as student satisfaction.

In addition, an important factor that adds to the popularity of Germany among international students is the fact that no public university charges tuition fees.

Check out details about how you can apply to a university in Germany.

2. Study a Master's degree in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is one of the European countries that is truly committed to welcoming a large number of international students. In the Netherlands, you will find more English-taught degrees than study programmes conducted in Dutch and many universities use the same grading system as American colleges and universities.

Higher education in the Netherlands is based on innovation, creativity and study degrees integrate a curriculum that is 100% adapted to the current events, issues and discoveries in the field; so whatever you study, you are bound to receive a proper training that will make you an expert in your chosen field. Many of the Dutch universities hold high positions in international rankings.

Find out more about living costs in the Netherlands.

3. Study a Master's degree in Austria
If you want to live and study in one of the safest countries in the world, take advantage of low or even no tuition fees, embrace a unique mix of German, Italian and Hungarian cultures, then Austria is your answer. In Austria, your study experience at some of the best universities in the world will be enriched by the overall high class and elegant environment.

Whether it’s Vienna, Salzburg or other cities in Austria, you will be surrounded by exquisite architecture, embrace the typical coffee culture and can even attend one of the famous dance balls. In Austria, you can pursue a degree in Music, especially in Vienna – nicknamed the music capital of the world, Psychology, since Freud laid the foundations of psychoanalysis here, Business and more.

4. Study a Master's degree in Spain
Spain is known for its friendly environment, warm climate, affordable living expenses and tuition fees. Although many students who choose to come to Spain are highly interested in learning the Spanish language, you will find numerous Bachelor's, Master's and even PhD degrees that use English as a medium of instruction.

You can study Social Sciences, Journalism, Hospitality and of course, Business, as Spain is home to some of the most distinguished and renowned business schools.

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5. Study a Master's degree in Italy
One of the most popular European destinations, Italy welcomes thousands of foreign students and tourists alike at any time of the year. If you’re interested in arts, architecture or world history – some of the most searched study fields in this country, Italy would definitely be the ideal spot for you.

There are so many reasons to choose Italy to pursue your degree abroad, such as excellent teaching, beautiful cities, fantastic cuisine, low living costs, and the numerous and remarkable attractions.

6. Study a Master's degree in the Scandinavian countries
Universities from Scandinavian countries - Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland are some of the most prestigious worldwide, known for their study programmes that focus on problem-solving learning and state-of-the-art research work.

Study in Denmark and you will love finding yourself lost among more bicycles than people, choose Norway and you can combine study with plenty of interesting outdoor activities, or go to Sweden and experience the teachers’ friendly approach. Above all, you'll enjoy a high quality of life in these thriving, stable, and happy Nordic countries.

Regardless of which of these countries you select, you will enjoy a vibrant multicultural environment, study for free and even get to see the amazing Northern lights.

Apart from the fact that you can study in English, in all of these countries you can easily communicate with anyone by simply addressing in English.

7. Study a Master's degree in Poland
Poland is a top European country in terms of the literacy rate of the population, the number of people enrolled in higher education institutions exceeds 1,5 million.

Polish universities hold a long tradition and reputation in terms of quality education and particularly Medicine, Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology graduates are highly appreciated by employers worldwide.

Anywhere you’ll go to Poland, you can easily live on a low budget. In Poland, you will embrace a fascinating culture, blending a medieval, fairytale-like atmosphere with a bustling city life.

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8. Study a Master's degree in portugal
Similar to Spain, portugal covers a lively, friendly and laid-back atmosphere, enough reasons for many foreign students to come and study here. Additionally, portugal is home to some of the oldest universities in the world, particularly hunted by students who prepare for a career in Social Sciences, Journalism, Law and even Medicine. Lisbon and Porto count for the largest number of international students.

Take advantage of low fees and costs of living, listen to fado, and delight your taste buds with some of the best wines and delicious cuisine in the world.

9. Study a Master's degree in Switzerland
Switzerland is not just the land of the finest chocolate, luxury watches and home to some of the highest mountain peaks in Europe. Swiss universities are incredibly career-focused and due to Switzerland’s reputation in groundbreaking research, the country manages to always attract numerous talented scientists.

Applying for a degree in Switzerland is quite easy, but you will have to carefully manage your monthly living costs.

You can find with Studyportals a Master's from Geneva Business School.

10. Study a Master's degree in France
The typical cliché about studying abroad in France is living “la vie en rose” or experiencing a truly Bohemian lifestyle. While that may be true, France is still home to several worldwide famous universities, present in international rankings.

French business schools are also greatly acclaimed for their exceptional teaching style and unique features and if you’re interested in specializing in Fashion, you should give French institutes and universities a serious thought.

Apply for a degree in Paris, Bordeaux, Marseille or anywhere in France, prepare to become an expert in your study field and visit some of the greatest and outstanding museums in Europe.

See details about tuition fees and living costs in France.

You can find with Studyportals a degree from one of our partner universities in France.

11. Study a Master's degree in Belgium
Located in the centre of Europe and home to the United Nations headquarter, Belgium covers a highly multicultural environment. Although French, German and Dutch are equally acknowledged official languages, many Belgian universities still offer high-quality English-taught programmes. So, it is no wonder that Belgium counts for a significant number of foreign students, over 100,000 annually.

Check out the average tuition and prices.

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12. Study a Master's degree in Ireland
Ireland is one of the obvious choices when it comes to study destinations in Europe that provide English programmes. The Republic of Ireland is known as one of the countries with the friendliest locals, and universities are truly focused on helping foreign students adjust easier as they integrate many student services and student organisations.

Recently, Ireland has announced clear intentions to enlarge the number of foreign students attending its universities. EU students who apply to undergraduate degrees in Ireland are exempt from paying tuition fees and some of the most popular degree programmes are Information Technology, Business, and Life Sciences.

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Widen your study perspectives from Europe...
The list may continue as there are many other countries in Europe where you can have both an intellectually and culturally enriching study abroad experience. You can also take into account Slovenia, Estonia, the Czech Republic, Greece, Romania and others. Just search thoroughly and take note of all the advantages and disadvantages you will have to deal with in a certain country.

Start browsing, take notes and see how the search will guide you through selecting the best place in Europe where you can begin an exciting chapter of your life.

Great am happy with the feedback the thread is receiving let's proceed further, please am still soliciting for experienced persons in this field to drop by here

piyoo91:
Op, u didn't add in the name of the Father and of Son and of the Holyghost

My brother pls add it..... God factor is very important in this Journey.... But add dat for Muslim also so we maintain neutrality

tensazangetsu20:

As if you know bros. USA and Canada is overrated. I love the USA Sha and I would get there someday but aiming such countries from Nigeria I believe it to be a waste of time. A Nigerian can rather aim a place like Mexico or Brazil or Japan. Gain their citizenship and use it to move to a much saner clime later one. Mexican embassy in naija is fucking empty. Citizenship by birth 150 countries visa free inclusive of Canada.

Exactly my point, go to Canada student thread, even after giving persons go ahead with AIP to start online classes after payment of tuition fee, they still turn around to deny Visa, some others are delayed for months in deceit even when their visa has been denied months ago, they just keep them to wait in vein.....


Pls kindly share the process for the Mexican , Japan or Brazil visa.... It would definitely help someone

Originalsly:


I understand this is you sharing your thought process and plans based on what you have gathered from reading etc. Great to ask for feedback.

The first question you should really be asking yourself is where can you travel to make a better living. When that is done... a thread like this should follow... for you to get insight about that particular country. If all seems good... it is then the how to get there question gets priority.
There is sooo much to learn... like you said from others sharing their experiences here on NL. But this is something soooo important we overlook ... what we learned about... how to go about doing stuff.... do they apply in these COVID-19times?
For example....Last year.... GetawayX shared how he applied to University Y.... got admitted and was granted a Student Visa... travelled... got on campus boarding... and after lectures worked late into the night as a cleaner at a busy diner just outside campus. That's how he got money to maintain himself. You now have decided to follow his path.... but you are now in COVID-19 times. Is there in person classes?... if yes....how many days a week?... are the dorms opened?.... is the diner opened for indoor dining?...or just take away? ... most likely many businesses have been shut down... out of business.... unemployment has risen... job prospects drastically reduced.... food pantries bare. Get my drift?... one need to find out what's up on ground in these times before making a decision to travel out. Restrictions are wayyy too much. Just saying.

Sir you have a point but honestly even if something worse than covid19 erupts the outside world as fõr now would still be a better choice to make, than staying in Nigeria. Still based on my tots so far. with the whole covid my friends studying in the US still got financial assistance, this are foreign persons getting financial support, students for that matter, how much more their own citizens?

Think about the reverse here in Nigeria real citizens never got a dime not to talk of foreign students studying here in Nigeria dats if there are foreign students self

you4me:
Well for me it’s from Nigeria to chile/brazil/Argentina/ecuador to either USA or Ireland
So help me god!

A big Amen to your prayers but please share your route with us, possibly it would help someone

ednut1:
how can you say Canada is overrated. Its still the easiest first world country giving permanent residency and citizenship in 3 years. All you have to do is increase your scores with masters, extra diploma or french. Since you are 30 and have bsc already.

Sir like I have stated previously I am a researcher and my comments are based on my research so far, this thread is not meant to b a point for argument but a point to share information, please no vex if my saying overrated meant another meaning to you, I stated it as overrated because there are other countries which would still offer you as much good life as Canada would offer you. But just that Nigerians have not taken so much time to harness this other countries simply because of the over rating that Canada has been over rated with. Please if you have guides. towards processing Canada seamlessly please share here

Please guys I am still a researcher also.....

I do not know it all.....

If you have first hand info on the aforementioned countries please pop in and share it would go along way in helping someone in need. Plsssdd

Informanta:
I would begin by categorising the countries I have personal affinity for this list is exclusive of Canada and USa which I feel are already overrated, I would however share my Canada and USA experience very much later, for now it's behind me

1. Germany �
2. Norway�
3. France
4. Austria�
5. Sweden�
6. Argentina
7. Switzerland
8. Australia��
9. Netherlands
10. Poland�
11. Ireland�
12. Portugal
13. Finland
14. Greece
15. Spain.
16. Belgium�
17. Denmark�

I would start with Germany

I have couple of friends currently studying in Germany but currently it appears getting a date for visa interview at the German embassy is gradually turning to a camel passing tru a needle.....

Yes Germany is tuition free but you have to create a block account where you pay in over 5m, while you process your admission.
According to first hand info from my friends there, they pay heavy task which seamlessly reduce what they earn while studying to just take home allowances.... But trust me at all at all Na him bad

This principle in Germany also applies to Belgium.

Citygal:
I’m following, keep posting.

In my own view about this travel thing. If one doesn’t have up to 2m or 2.5m, one can begin by applying to developing countries (like Asia) first, get their visa, work for a year to two and save very well before relocating to another country (developed) of your choice if going through work path.

What do you think?

Nice one CITYgal the goal is migrating.....

Can you share your experience on places where people that have the 2m-2.5m can migrate to, Cos I personally feel such amount may not jet someone out considering initial payment of fees and submiting POF for visa Application

I would begin by categorising the countries I have personal affinity for this list is exclusive of Canada and USa which I feel are already overrated, I would however share my Canada and USA experience very much later, for now it's behind me

1. Germany �
2. Norway�
3. France
4. Austria�
5. Sweden�
6. Argentina
7. Switzerland
8. Australia��
9. Netherlands
10. Poland�
11. Ireland�
12. Portugal
13. Finland
14. Greece
15. Spain.
16. Belgium�
17. Denmark�

With the feedback I think I made some sense in my above post, hence I would be continuing, please note I may be doing some copy and paste from stuffs some nairalanders has posted so please am avoiding plagiarism by declaring this ahead of time. So no one comes for my head saying am posting what people have posted.

For now I would stop so I can receive feedback before I proceed......

Please note, all information I would be posting are based on what I have read so far from multiple threads here, but they are also very much subject to additions, and corrections provided the information is classified as authentic and verifiable.

I would begin by sharing my experiences so far hopefully someone would pick one or two things from it.

Obviously most travel threads currently consist of so much pages such that anyone who dedicates time to go tru all one after the other would never complete reading it all even from now till the next 3years.

First question: I asked my self is how exactly can one travek out and make a better living

Answer: Either through school path or through Skilled or experienced Path.

Second question: classification of schools

Answer:

1. Schools that are free of school fees (Germany)

2. Schools where you must pay full tuition (Australia, Canada)

3. Schools where you can pay partial tuition ( Ireland, Poland, UK)

Good day all,

I am opening this thread as I feel my present state is applicable to so many persons hence I seek a particular thread where we all can unite, share and streamline our opportunities and choices based on informations we have been gathering from different other country specific threads.

I have come to that point in my life where I choose to reject very other thing that isn't related to traveling out of Nigeria,

I would be sharing the informations I have gathered so far and hopefully some other persons would be kind enough also to share theirs.....

Hence I declare this thread Open!!!!

Still awaiting response please

Informanta:
Very very great thread I must confess, I have been wandering from thread to thread looking for the best country to port to , but my coming in here and reading comments from the op @chugslover has made me desire Ireland more than other options I was previously considering, hence permit me to take over this thread with questions even as I start my journey to Ireland.

First question pls

If I am to go through the critical skilled list route pls how do I do that I studied Process Chemical Engineering, do I have to have someone in Ireland to help me secure a job first or can I do that from Nigeria?

Second question

Are there scholarships available for people like me dat do not have so much funds but desire to travel out by all means, should incase I decide to go through school route

Third how much minimum can I budget for both POF and other expenses.

Thanks in view of your response

This is a very important thread and I feel it's too important to be left this abandoned, pls those with info regarding to Denmark kindly share your experience. Thanks

Ghost911:


Hey Informanta, apply for the job first and once you've been accepted, the company would apply for the critical skill visa for you....

Thank you for your response, please are there sites or links to which I could use to source for and apply for jobs there?

Very very great thread I must confess, I have been wandering from thread to thread looking for the best country to port to , but my coming in here and reading comments from the op @chugslover has made me desire Ireland more than other options I was previously considering, hence permit me to take over this thread with questions even as I start my journey to Ireland.

First question pls

If I am to go through the critical skilled list route pls how do I do that I studied Process Chemical Engineering, do I have to have someone in Ireland to help me secure a job first or can I do that from Nigeria?

Second question

Are there scholarships available for people like me dat do not have so much funds but desire to travel out by all means, should incase I decide to go through school route

Third how much minimum can I budget for both POF and other expenses.

Thanks in view of your response

Good day all,

Please I need insight from those that have migrated to Ireland via the critical skill route, pls how did you do it, I currently do not have any body in Ireland how do I secure a job there before applying for visa, my profession is under the critical skilled list

This thread is coming just at the point I needed it, my sit is booked here.....

Okonowele8:
You are not answering the questions but picky and asking me more questions.

I do not know how you will scale through assessment without payslips,bank statement showing your salaries for the number of years claimed, tax clearance or pension.

Sir no vex, I just explained to you, it's not everyone that works in Nigeria that has a pay slip, if you have any advice based on how to go about it pls let me know. Gracious

Good day family here,

I have been going through different threads in other to streamline my decision towards porting from this blessed country called Nigeria, and am now here, I have really not given UK so much interest over the years cos of the general say that tax is much and not a good place to huzzle while schooling, and also that upon finishing studies you must come back to Niger, please I would appreciate inputs on this general saying, so as to give other persons like me headsup on what to expect

tunlex01:

With EA, you will need a well written CDR document. Also, pension or tax clearance documents for the 4 years is mandatory for EA now.

For Vetassess, if you aren't a manager, don't even bother with to assess with them except you are able to prove your managerial role.

Thank you for your response, please what do you mean by CDR document?

For persons that get pay by hand or directly to private account is there any means to clarify the d tax clearance or can I go to tax office and get such documents even if it entails them calculating the taxable years on my personal account?

Pls I need your advice Nigeria don tire me.

Okonowele8:
I mean do you receive your salary by hand or is it paid into your account by ur employer?

If yes you may be able to proceed with EA assessment.

Are you a manager in your office ?

Can you prove it, how many people report to you and who do you report to?

These are some of the things vetasses will look at.

If you don't have payslips, salary bank statements or pension or tax clearance it may be difficult to get positive assessment from both assessing bodies I.e EA and vetasses.

Shalom

Payment of salary is basically on my personal account and sometimes directly from clients, I read somewhere here stating I can get a notarization letter stating I receive by hand, kindly re-affirm or denounce it.

Okonowele8:
I don't think you will scale through vetassess assessment because you are not a manager and I would suggest you look at the two occupation under EA.

Do you have payslips, bank statements, pension or tax clearance certificate?

Thanks for your response, i do have personal bank statements, but no payslips, no tax clearance certificate,

Pls what next do I do, and how really do this assessment bodies really work?