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Glokit:
It can only be useless to you.....
Very useful to others.... Instead of you to ask about your problem (working visa) u are here writing rubbish

cnonwnuwsp17:
Visa granted

Submitted at VFS 24th Friday Nov 2017 (VFS Abuja)

Passport received 15th Friday 2017 (Exactly 3 weeks)

Griffith College Dublin

MSc Big Data Management and analytics

Thanks to everyone here for their contributions
Congrats

adebunmi07:
The visa is taking long now o....was 3wks before now it's entering 5/6wks should we be scared.

ICaSNg:
SPOILER ALERT:
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If you're interested in September, 2018 admissions in Ireland and an offer to study at Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT);
Few members of the admission team will be in Nigeria in December, 2017.

N.B: Only viable candidates please----People who are serious, have at least a 2:2 in their bachelors degree or Masters degree and are able to afford the tuition fees should DM me PLEASE.

Not to be rude; please be aware there will be a vetting process to clarify that those who show interest can follow through on the admission offer.
***DIT Tuition fees for 2017/2018 is EUR 12,500 and at least EUR 6,000 is required as deposit before visa can be processed.

Other requirements apply and only max of 5 applicants will be processed to meet with the International Officer from DIT.

***No application /registration fee is required***

Cheers.

dotcomnamename:
Houses much more cheaper in Dundalk, Drogheda, Leitrim, Longford, Donegal, Roscommon


I prefer Dundalk because it is just 20 minutes by train from Dundalk to the UK. . See my house see newry UK.. lot of people live in Dundalk but work in UK

Chimumsy20:
For those coming to Ireland, my advise is to apply to schools outside Dublin. The rent in Dublin is crazy and too much exploitations is going on here from the landlords.

geobukky:
No, but take the test, they can be funny atimes. You could do PTE, heard it's faster cheaper and easier

ICaSNg:
Postgraduate-MSc/MA/MBA Programs (Admission process/ Requirements / Fees / Visa app /Work-permit)
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1. Admission Requirements/Processing:
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For most Universities or Averagely rated Schools, minimum grade to get admitted into a masters programme is 2:2. However, for few selected courses or programs, a 2:1 grade is required. Other requirements are listed below:
a. Curriculum Vitae
b. Statement of purpose
c. Verified O-level results / certificates
d. BSc Transcripts & Certificate
e. English proficiency test (PTE/IELTS): minimum scores for PTE is 65 while IELTS is 6.0 minimum for each band and 6.5 overall.
f. Valid traveling passport
g. Application fees (Most Universities accept application charges)

If however you are you have very low GPA or looking to apply to high-ranked Universities such as UCC, Trinity college et al, then you may have to go through a pre-masters program @ their partner foundation College or take a semester / a session pre-masters program before starting your main masters program.

As earlier mentioned, duration of a masters program in Ireland is similar to the UK; Program duration for most courses is 1 year; while few selected programs such as MRes or MBA may last 18 - 24 months.
Tuition fee is relatively similar to the UK @ EUR 10,500 to as much as EUR 22,000 (e.g UCC has fine/brilliant programs that cost as much as 22,000 euros each year).

Visa application:
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Contrary to the UK's easier visa processing and application, Ireland requires significant number of documents before your visa is approved.

Once an applicant gets an offer from an Institution in Ireland, such is required to make a minimum deposit payment (EUR 6000) to be issued a receipt (inotherwords, Confirmation of Acceptance for studies) then similar to the UK, you need to show proof of funds covering balance of your Tuition fees and amount specified by your Institution for living costs.
Living costs/ Expenses vary from EUR 7000 to EUR 11,000 for 1 year program within Dublin or outside Dublin .

Irish Visa application is a very tricky one and requires attention to details.

Applying form Nigeria is currently at EUR 100/110 and you are required to buy a courier package to deliver your passport and visa.

Applying for Irish study Visa/permit from or within the UK takes 7 -21 working days. Visa app fees is less than £60.

You can show proof of funds in your personal account or a sponsors account; whichever way, you're required to present 6 months statement of account and explain any large deposit.
You are also required to show proof of employment and relationship between you and your sponsor amongst other requirements.

Now ....Drum rolling....lol

Post-study work PERMIT in IRELAND (Yess O)
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So Ireland is probably thanking God for BREXIT..LOL

Recently, Republic of Ireland has stepped up her game and going real in by taking opportunities- skilled graduates the UK is letting off. They've increased their post-study work permit from 1 year to 2 years for Graduates who successfully complete their masters program (Level 9).
With more companies closing shop in the UK and moving to Ireland (needless to mention Ireland remains within the EU and now only the English speaking Country in Europe), this Country provides a [b]safe Haven[/b]for businesses and more work opportunities graduates especially, in Tech, Health and Engineering;with the likes of FACEBOOK, GOOGLE, PayPal , Irish NHS, Diageo, Coca-cola, kraft foods (Cadbury) as employers of labor based in Ireland and many more moving business from the UK to Ireland .

If you are lucky to get additional 2 years of work experience in Ireland together with your post-study work visa making 4 years of practical and relevant work experience in Ireland, you are entitled to apply for Indefinite leave to Remain / Permanent Residence permit card which is 5 years and thereafter apply for citizenship....

Like I mentioned, Why spend more , when you can spend less for more opportunities....

Cheers

thesoj:
@lovesavvi the parts in bold should be the most critical parts of your next application. How will your education be an investment in the future development of Nigeria? VOs need to see that you have a clearly defined plan on what you would do if you aren't allowed to stay in Canada after your studies (e.g. you run out of PGWP and don't get PR). All they need to be convinced about is that you are the kind of person who won't stay back in Canada illegally. Also, include all other business and professional ties that you have to Nigeria (tie it all together in a compelling story of how you'd use your Canada education in Nigeria). Your wife & kids alone aren't a compelling enough reason, though they are a good reason.

jnyuwa02:
These people have seen our predecessors abandon their families and refused to come back, so I am not entirely surprised they deny someone with a child and wife for lacking home ties. It's at their discretion. I will advice you add landed property and business ties to Nigeria if you have any. But something tells me even if you do in your circumstance, it will not do given the denial even with wife and a child. I think you should try and appeal to their discretion without sounding desperate. Cos they even allow people without wife and children to go. It's all about discretion. You appeal to their discretion by painting yourself as a good guy. Get a letter from your pastor or any respectable leader in society attesting to your good deeds and sacrifice for your family. Anecdotal references by pastor on particular circumstances when your character was called to the test, will go a long way. That might do the trick in your circumstance. And to overcome purpose of visit and travel history, you might want to pay fees. Don't go for PGD if that is what you are going for, change. Get masters if possible. Write detailed letter of explanation why Canada, why your course cannot be taken in Nigeria. Detail your plans upon return back to Nigeria and how your education in Canada will be an investment in the future development of Nigeria.

Rocorleone:
First would be.... was your course of study in line with your practical experience?
what course of study?
Don't underestimate home ties, if there are docs of landed properties or business docs you have in Nigeria, do include all.
I guess you are traveling with your son. or not.
But be sure you have all aforementioned in check.
Then you are good

Rocorleone:
Any one still having issues that needs to be tackled?
Just post it. We all here to help.... feeling high-spirited already!

Alantobie:
Hello guys. So I just received my gcms note and from reading it, just a silly mistake stopped me from going to Canada this fall. The note said that bank statement show recent lump sum deposits of unknown source. I checked the bank statement submitted and saw that yeah 5 million was transferred to the account some days before I submitted. So please what is the solution to this issue? All the gurus in the house I need your help.

dotcomnamename:
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vanod:
First Bank credit card, dollar account

vanod:
Delayed yesterday purpose of visit and travel history after 10 weeks.

I have ordered for gcms note.

Frankrobbn1:
please be advised that GTB MASTER CARD is no more functioning for international transaction.

vanod:
Delayed yesterday purpose of visit and travel history after 10 weeks.

I have ordered for gcms note.

yesBOSS222:
I believe you're on a Study Visa. When is the last date you must be in school?, Having that information would make it easier to look for a flexible date with cheaper fare.

However, here are the current fares (one way):

Air Maroc............N406,700

Ethiopian Airlines......N493,700

KLM.............N654,300

Air France..............N802,900

Lufthansa..............N713,700

Delta........N1,009,700

Regards!