Transcriber:
sehr guht Bruder

German is pretty easy to learn, it's very similar to English
Father - Vater
Mother - Mutter
Sister - Schwester
Man - Mann
Bear - Bär
English is like a rip off of German

LOL!
Nice one man!
I hold a weekly German practice session. You can join us if you want.
I make the announcement in my group on SETLINN
https://setlinn.com/groups/da-lounge/

KristaPretty:
How did you cope with the Language?

I'm nearly going mad here honestly and they are too proud and sometimes pretend like they have no knowledge of English just so you can speak it, and they still kind of get upset when you speak it wrongly, too proud

Unlike Poland that are very helpful and are willing to smile at your nonsense way of speaking but still correct you

Thank God for fellow expats, at least it makes one less frustrated and you understand they are in your shoes

Are you based in Germany?
If you are based in France, then I wouldn’t be surprised. But I know Germans, at least in my experience, are the most tolerant when it comes to the language. They listen to you with patience, smile and don’t mind speaking English if you’re are shy to communicate in German.
Here’s an evidence to that; a video I made with a Nigerian, who shared her experience with the language in Germany

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGnUK-FEM2w
Feel free to connect and let’s relate more.

Anaerobi:
I think I need to come out of this cave... I was happy am good in Igbo, Hausa and little Yoruba. Now I know it doesn't matter.
I need to learn better languages that will matter and take me places.

I wouldn’t disagree with you. The more multilingual you are, especially in international languages, the more opportunities you can have.
Here’s my group that I manage on SETLINN, a social media platform that provides information and connects people to study, work and live abroad. I share regular insights and experience there, plus guide people who are interested in migrating.
https://setlinn.com/groups/da-lounge/
Feel free to connect if you’d like.

cracky2:


Can I have your email..to communicate something things I need to find out

Here’s my group that I manage on SETLINN, a social media platform that provides information and connects people to study, work and live abroad. I share regular insights and experience there, plus guide people who are interested in migrating.
https://setlinn.com/groups/da-lounge/
Feel free to connect with me there.

Rudesaint:
Thanks for sharing. I never thought Germans are that nice. Can you share your experience as a black man in your community? Any racial hate?

Here’s a video that I made with a Nigeria student in one of the cities tagged as the most ‚racist‘ in Germany

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JKNU7N07vE
You shills watch it and hear from the horse’s mouth.
I personally haven’t experienced anything like that, and it could be due to many reasons, the main one being my kind of Person. What we get most times is a reflection of who we are.
Feel free to share your thoughts.

Louis8796:
how can i comment in the group.

It’s like a Facebook page; just make a post on the group.

Dukeolumidemans:


My brother u just made my day. I really appreciate u Sir.

Glad to help man! Anytime.

Kenny242:

Hello
Am in software field (data science)
What’s the job prospect there for the above field

If you check this list of top jobs in Germany, you find IT Specialist (Software Engineers) as number one.
https://setlinn.com/high-demand-jobs-in-germany-for-foreigners-in-2022/
So bro, you are very much sorted after in Germany. I know many IT professionals in Berlin; they come in like every other day. So, better start planing your way too.

Maxpro121:


I'm hoping to seat for IELTS in 2 to 3 months time. Pleas how relevant is OND over there? Althoug, I have B.Eng in Mechanical Eng., 2nd upper

IELTS is good, I’d encourage you to have it too.
OND won’t get much here, but HND would.
Here’s a recent guide on how to study abroad with HND:
https://setlinn.com/study-abroad-with-an-hnd/
You may connect with the writer and ask her questions.
My username on Setlinn is wohks. We can connect too.

Moh247:
Inspiring

Thanks!
I appreciate it.
Here’s my group that I manage on SETLINN, a social media platform that provides information and connects people to study, work and live abroad. I share regular insights and experience there, plus guide people who are interested in migrating.
https://setlinn.com/groups/da-lounge/
Feel free to connect if you’d like.

cosmos2000:


Please create a WhatsApp Group.... I don't know how to use that seltlin site... Please??

WhatsApp group will be hard to manage, especially with regards to sharing useful links/article and posts, and also in connecting you with people that can help.
I am using Setlinn because it’s a social media platform that provides information and meaningful connections for migration, including studying and working abroad.
I have been using the platform since February last year and have over 500 connections now. It may take you some time to understand, but trust me it’s really easy to use. Just give it time.

AlphaT1:

That's a good one, however, I am not on Setlinn....plus na North America I dey o, no be Europe (Germany).

E no matter. We can still relate and share meaningful information with each other. That’s the essence.

Dukeolumidemans:

Done that already but hey are wasting alot of time to respond.
Meanwhile I studied Business Management but want to do nursing. So I decided to link it up by doing a masters program in Health Care Management or any good course relating to Health Management.
I have done part time training as an Auxiliary Nurse here in Nigeria but I intend to do this full time in Europe. Please guide me.

Okay. So, nursing or working as a nurse in Germany works a bit differently - first and foremost, to practice nursing, medicine, pharmacy or core fields like that which require very close interactions with the locals (native people), a level of German language proficiency is always required. So, just keep this at the back of your mind.
Health Care Management or related courses can be done completely in English language, especially at the Masters level. So, I can honestly tell you that with your Business Management degree, you can easily secure an admission to study Health Care Management or a related course.
Send me a DM on Setlinn and I will share some courses/universities with you, so you can look up their requirements.
https://setlinn.com/members/wohks/profile/
That’s the link to my profile

You must have heard a lot about studying in Germany and the many perks that come with, including;
Tuition-free
Work while studying
Good health insurance coverage
Equal rights as other student, German and EU
Social benefits for the less privileged
Thousands of scholarship opportunities
Long term stay during and after your studies...... the list goes on.... you can add to it.
Except for the current delay on issuing a student visa (appointment) in Nigeria, moving from Nigeria to Germany via studies is actually very easy.
I interviewed Kelechi in this video; she shares her story about how it all started and all she had to do:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekLoksZklik

I hope you learn a thing or two. Feel free to add your comments and questions. Let’s learn from one another.
God bless Nigeria!

AlphaT1:

If you are not open to change in the abroad, especially as a newcomer, be prepared to soon join the gang of dis abroad sef no be am, it is not what people say it is blah blah because you de find big jobs, you be graduate.....na body go tell you soon.....you have to pay bills here, a lot of bills, and anything you can do legitimately to pay those bills is welcome. There's dignity in labour in the abroad... nobody belittles you for working hard to pay bills. Person wey carry naija mentality say him na graduate e no go fit do security or wash plate or do waiter, na OYO be your case. If you get a big job as a newcomer, great! But if you can't, start somewhere, things will definitely fall in place with time. I mean you will be alright in no time. It is an organized system that enables you to plan ahead, no be like naija wey you no fit plan. Dollar fit be N160/$ this year and N600/$ next year, import duty for an item fit be 10% this year and 70% next yr, sch fees fit be 40k this yr and 100k next yr. So disorganized. Very useless leaders behaving like morons and the majority of the masses supporting them.

Interesting insights.
People really need to know the truth on matters of moving abroad.
Are you on Setlinn, bro?
Let's connect and guide more people.
Here is the group that I manage
https://setlinn.com/groups/da-lounge/
Will be happy to connect with you.

Dukeolumidemans:


Joining u right away bro! So happy to hear from u.

Looking forward to connecting. Feel free to DM me. My username is wohks

thedarkened:


I would like to join too, thank you.

This is my group on Setlinn, where I drop regular announcements. You may join us to participate
https://setlinn.com/groups/da-lounge/

Dukeolumidemans:


Tried signing up but it's not signing me in. Tried severally.

You can email them, contact@setlinn.com

Some guys had issues signing up too recently.

wunderkindkayod:
GOD when be my own time?

It will happen soon. Stay strong.
I had a session today with some people, where I explained the process to them.
Were you there?

Wande22:
yes Boss. If 'twas a Whatsapp group, hi me on The number in my signature sir.

I have a group that I manage on Setlinn
Here’s the link
https://setlinn.com/groups/da-lounge/
We can connect there.

holubee21:
Hello Mike! For those interested in migrating or studying in Germany , bitte Can u create a WhatsApp group I think that would be more easier to communicate. Danke. Sorry I'm mixing little German with English.

Good idea, man.
I have a group on Setlinn that I have been managing for over a year and using it to guide and connect prospective international students to the right information. It works quite well and more efficient than WhatsApp.
https://setlinn.com/groups/da-lounge/
You can create an account and join the group. Just ask your questions or comment on the feed.

Ejehkob:
Una just the make abroad hungry us

It’s beautiful: You work hard and get paid well. May not be the easiest, but you get some level of security and a stable life and relatively fair treatment.

Bush2013:
any opportunities for a Nigerian Dr who don't know how to speak German to work there, even in academic.

Yes, in that case, you will apply for medical but non-practicing professions, maybe areas like Biotechnology or International Health Management.
Have you explored any of the above professions, or what do you have in mind?

Not many people know this, and even if they do, they may not tell you.
If you are a footballer in Nigeria and want to play professionally in Germany, come to Germany with a student visa, then go to clubs directly and seek trials.
Here is a live example of a student from Cameroon that I interviewed here in Germany.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ObzcTEDo_A

It is easy, you just have to come as a student, and the rest is like visiting an office during their open hours! Nothing more!

Officialsetlinn:
If you're considering moving abroad for work, you need to know the best countries with job opportunities for foreigners. This will give you an idea of the countries to consider. See which countries have the best job opportunities for foreigners here: https://setlinn.com/best-countries-with-job-opportunities-for-foreigners/

The best countries for you will depend on your profession.
Comment with your professions and let me give you insights on the countries to focus on.

Wande22:
good Morning sire
German has been a Language i'd love to learn alongside "le francais"....... I'm based in Ibadan

Nice one. Being multilingual is always a plus.

EnergyEnergy:
This best and most informative post have read this year. Good read

Thanks a lot!
I appreciate the kind comment.
It means a lot to me.

If you’d like to, we can connect via SETLINN. I have a group there where I guide people and share information on different ways to migrate and also share different experiences.

https://setlinn.com/members/d-arkaden/friends/

That’s the Link to my group. You may sign up and connect with me. My username is wohks.

Hope to connect soon.

Mike

lereinter:

Please boss
Can we talk more about meeting agent in Europe and vocational studies

afoayo2018@gmail.com

Sure! Always happy to help.
Let’s connect on SETLINN, that’s where I manage my group and discuss the different options for migration.
You can also check my recent video with a Cameroonian; he came to Germany for studies, now plays football with a local league.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ObzcTEDo_A

Louis8796:
i am interested in studying Bachelor in computer science in Germany,i have important questions.No1:what of feeding and accomadation in the school.No2:which school in Germany is offering the scholarship.

You have to take care of your feeding and accommodation; the school provides hostels for rent, but not food for chop.
Scholarship are provided by organizations - private and public. You can apply for them to study in most universities. So, it is the other way round - scholarship from organizations to study in most universities.
Here’s a link to a recent post about scholarships in Germany, Erasmus, the highest offering organization in Europe
https://setlinn.com/study-work-abroad/p/6478/

Wande22:
CORRECT SIR!!!

Are you learning German?
You can join my group. We meet every Saturday for training/practicing listening, speaking and reading. You’re welcome to join us.

pquaver:


Do fast and come...
I went to futo studied elect elect.
Came to Germany did Ausbildung in German as Gesundheit und krankenpfleger and when I finished I applied for BSc in TU Darmstadt in Elektrotechnik studied it in German and when I finished did my MSc in TU Hamburg Harburg.. I was able to be working with my Ausbildung in hospital in Dauernachtschicht and go to school for my BSc and MSc today I do not regret I bit this decision... Ich wünsche dir alles Gute und viel Erfolg in deinem Werdegang...

Thanks a lot for this wonderful testimony.
It is always nice to see people share their success stories abroad. I am very happy for you.
I make videos international talents in Germany, to cover their stories and help encourage other people. Here’s the link to my channel
https://youtube.com/c/DestineyArkaden
I’d love to connect with you and share your story to even a bigger audience. Please let me know the best way to connect.
Thank you!

Lovelydaisies:
It always pays to learn the official language of the country you find yourself in, and a little or much of the local language there. You'll never know how far it can go for you. There are more opportunities open to those who can understand or have a grasp of the surrounding language.

Good one, OP. Success doesn't come on a platter of gold.

I couldn’t agree more with your response.
The main secret to success abroad, is speaking the native/official language. You may succeed without it, but with the language your opportunities are limitless - you will have more doors opened for you.
Of course, not everyone is good with learning a foreign language, but if you are willing, there’s always a way out.
Wherever you find yourself abroad, take the local language seriously. Nigerians have been representing nicely in diaspora! Am proud to be one!