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Cjaylawson:
Abeg say nobody dey go Leeds Beckett for here I av not see a single soul talking about lbu here way happened

I just got an offer from leeds beckett, lets link up

Hello please what medium can I use to pay up to 12500 pounds I heard the limit for form A is 10,000 pounds

Please guys, who's going to Swansea university Wales ?

Pauloot:
Am in for september intake but i already did my tbtest this month to avoid stress. My plan is to travel by August. So it all depends on your plan

Please, did you pay on the day of appointment or earlier, what were the documents you took on the day? Did you get your certificate that same day?

Emurate1:
Your job offer is in a care home?

No, sir.

Good day house, please which university doesn't take forever to give an offer, I have just been rejected by university of Hull for September, they said the course is now full.

Naijapensioner:
Third class holders and HND holders can get 1 year UK Masters admission directly if you have valid and many years work experience. Check "Howoheye" and "hosey" in the link below for UK universities that accept Masters directly from HND and Third class graduates with success stories:

https://www.nairaland.com/6331164/uk-student-visa-tier-4/372#102024310

In addition to the universities listed in the link above, the undermentioned universities also gives admission to Third class holders and HND holders with reasonable years of work experience:
1. University of the West of Scotland.
2. University of Derby.
3. University of Plymouth
4. Birmingham City University.
5. University of Hull.
6. University of Huddersfield.
7. University of Lincoln
8. University of Stirling
9. Cardiff Met
10. University of Strathclyde
11. Nottingham Trent University
12. Ulster university

Many thanks

Emurate1:
Biometrics not Tuberculosis

oh okay

sugaDaddy:
Please, did you pay on the day of appointment or earlier, what were the documents you took on the day? Did you get your certificate that same day?

Paid a week to appointment date. Go with your appointment printout only

Hi, I am also applying for same course and school. Let's connect. My WhatsApp number is 09015207307

okonja:
I am applying to the University of Bolton for MSc Data Analytics and Technologies, the transcript I have with me was addressed to another school in Abuja. Can I still upload that same transcript for Bolton since every other detail they need is still in the document?

Please somebody help with this information.

Thanks in anticipation.

The University of Hull is yet to send me an offer.. Please what course did you fill in for? I applied for Biomedical science.

cheeketo:
Good day house, please which university doesn't take forever to give an offer, I have just been rejected by university of Hull for September, they said the course is now full.

Did they send you a new username which you will use to LOGIN?

cheeketo:
Good day house, please which university doesn't take forever to give an offer, I have just been rejected by university of Hull for September, they said the course is now full.

Me too.
I'm still waiting.

Chuksy12:
The University of Hull is yet to send me an offer.. Please what course did you fill in for? I applied for Biomedical science.

Yes I got a new username today.
Checked my portal and decision is still pending.

Chuksy12:
Did they send you a new username which you will use to LOGIN?

cheeketo:
Good day house, please which university doesn't take forever to give an offer, I have just been rejected by university of Hull for September, they said the course is now full.

Try Edinburgh Napier University

What course did you apply for? when did you submit your application sir?

Naijablackboy:
Yes I got a new username today.
Checked my portal and decision is still pending.

Please guys do I need to apply for discount for University of wolverhampton or it comes with the offer letter? Because I now have an unconditional offer I was asked to schedule a pre-cas interview but I didn't see anything like scholarship or discount.

Good evening guys.. please what is the minimum cgpa to apply for UK university for masters program ?

Just received my CAS for May 2022 intake. Chester is so fast. I completed the CAS request on Friday

Pauloot:
Paid a week to appointment date. Go with your appointment printout only

Thanks, please confirm if you got your cert that same day.

thanks for your response.. Based on the fact that children do not go through the TB test but just get examined and given the certificate if all is clear. please, do i need to include them in my booking.
Thanks again.

AlphaUno:
TB cert is valid for 6 months, so, whichever intake you going for, plan accordingly.

From experience, Sept and Jan intakes are usually overwhelming for IOM staff due to rush but they still attend to everyone though

Agnes789:
Hi, I am also applying for same course and school. Let's connect. My WhatsApp number is 09015207307

Alright

Baggiomarrio:
Good evening guys.. please what is the minimum cgpa to apply for UK university for masters program ?

Depend on your school

johnsonpal:
Hi guys, It has been 6months here already, Pheew. Time truly flies, I tell you. My last post was 2 months ago; you can check that out if you missed it.

Disclaimer: The content of this post is solely my opinion and experiences, which of course, will defer from others.

This is kind of a long post; Apologies in advance, and to avoid decimating the write-up with links, they will be posted at the end under reference and further reading.


Let's get to it

Accommodation scarcity has always been an issue, but recently, it has gone bunkers, like finding accommodation now requires some miracle or sheer luck, especially for Families. I still don't understand why Landlords and letting agents avoid blatantly refuse to rent to families. The story is the same almost everywhere now. I can't even imagine the financial implication and the emotional stress of spending months in a hotel/Airbnb with no end. Single people are not finding it easy either.
It will be better to come alone first to settle and resolve accommodation issues; the family can join later. You don't want to be roaming around with your children in a new environment. The landlords/landladies are also taking advantage of people's desperation by suddenly hiking rent and not supplying necessities. I was able to secure accommodation a month before I came in; I don't even think that is possible anymore.

Accommodation Search Tips :
Get a Uk number ASAP( I downloaded vyke while in Nigeria because I wasn't getting any response via email). Start calling and texting instead of emailing alone.
Register on Zoopla, Rightmove, Gumtree, Facebook Marketplace, start 'sleeping' on the websites. (Beware of Scam, especially on Facebook, if someone asks you to send an email to the sister, Not available to show house, payment via Airbnb it's 99% scam!!)
Google Agents in your city, go to their office if you are already on ground.
'Collabo' with another family to get a 5/6 bedroom ( demand for them are relatively low )
Some of the jobs on the UK shortage list might be removed soon due to 'oversupply.' So I did some digging and came up with a list of jobs vocations that I think have good prospects; some are still emerging.

Sustainability/Renewable: The Uk and Europe are moving towards renewable and energy sustainable development FAST. The Ukraine Russian war is going to make this move even faster. A degree in anything Related is going to be so worth it.

Business Intelligence/ Data Analyst: I analyzed popular jobs sites(LinkedIn, Totaljobs, indeed, reeds) posts for the 2 years, and these popped up.

AI/ Data Science: Data is the new currency man; applying Machine learning, deep learning, AI algorithms to data will be hot. This is different from Data Analysis; if you don't want to be mediocre, a strong Math/statistics background is essential, or time to learn those matrices and PCA. Ladies, please consider this career path. You are black and female, Double Minority! If you now know your onions again, omo! not every time nursing/public health.

Adult Care/Mental health: According to ons.gov.uk, "In 1999, around one in six people were 65 years and over (15.8%), this increased to one in every five people in 2019 (18.5%) and is projected to reach around one in every four people (23.9%) by 2039" Uk has an aging population, so anything Adult care will remain hot for a long time. You might also want to consider moving to coastal towns/cities according to ons, they elderly your clients prefer to retire to these areas.
Scrum Master: They popped up on my job data analysis

Vocations: I think people are ignoring this. if you can somehow combine school and learning a vocation, Consider these

Exterior Wall Cladding Installation: Due to the Grenfell Fire incident in 2017, the Government mandated exterior wall cladding who are prone to fire removed and changed; in fact, they are giving loans to leaseholder now.
Mechanics, anything electric mobility
Plumbing
HGV instructor: I think the Ukrainian refugee might close that gap though
I will post more in my next write-up, and you can always pivot your career if you are already studying something a little related.

The need for Job experience and good references cannot be overemphasized, I understand some of us are currently working temp jobs to pay the bill, but these Temps jobs can still be purposeful; you can build relationships that could provide future references. That is why it's important to be professional, friendly, and have a good work ethic.
When I first started working, I came from 8:07 to an 8:00 shift, and the Manager said, 'oh, it's nice of you to join us' 7 mins o finally, my mouth was wide agape. The other time I received a query for taking 40mins instead of a 30mins break; there was absolutely nothing to do at work that day. I had to adjust. Being prompt is very important, so try to factor uncertainties like bus delays into your work commute/appointments. Also, don't just do the barest minimum; I sometimes stay back after my shift to help out colleagues. My phone is put off while at work while others fidget theirs. These little things get noticed, trust me.

Incorporate listening to local news (BBC, telegraph, sky, Economist) into your routine during your commute to school or work. This can help integrate a little faster; you want to keep abreast of news and policy in your new 'home,' let the instablognaija and Naija twitter rest for a minute. The news also serves as a good conversation point between school mate/colleagues.

I wouldn't lie to y'all, combing work and school is not for the faint-hearted, it gets really busy with no time to do any other thing, but please try to find time to develop a hobby, Go to the gym, go for a ride, party sometimes, in fact, if football is your thing, attend some game, if you can afford the ticket. I know Nigerians are not big on mental health, but please take time to balance out the stress. It is easy to get lost in a routine of just work-school. The good news is, all the hard work will be well worth it in no distant time. Don't be dismay.

Unfortunately, guys, the 'yahoo boys,' or is it men, have started trooping in en masse. I don't understand how grown-ass men, 36years + with families, are still doing fraud. For goodness sake, Nigerians already have a battered and soiled reputation; this set of people will make it worse. In as much as I am praying and hoping for y'all to get caught, the ripple effect of headlines like " Nigerian man arrested for ..... " on people like me who are constantly busting their ass every day and giving this our all cannot be quantified. Please, biko Abeg , in the day of whoever you serve, STOP!! Don't ruin this opportunity for others. Apart from fraud, these guys don't even pretend to be interested in the schooling that got them here.

I received some pm last time, guys. I'm also a JJC like you. I really don't think I can be of much help. Ask your questions on this thread and the other Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant thread. You can also use the search option. These threads are info-rich. I used to follow them bumper to bumper, but these days I barely have time to visit, So I follow these OG's; it is easier to just catch up on their posts.
Lexusgs430 - I read his post as far back as 3years ago, thank you, sir
Mamatukwas: - All about parenting in a new environment. I think she offers Cargo to and fro also
Ticha : Finance, mortgage, Credit building, you want to follow her.
Aphro : Her moniker has skipped my mind now, but Ladies trying to get into the tech space should read her posts like a bible
LagosismyHome : She ever ready to give sound advice
Chukwuka16 : This Bros writing is like a dissertation. I love the details in them . one of his threads literally changed my life.
And some other OGs, Thank you guys for the invaluable contributions .

Quick one, if you are 'single single,' try to be a little strategic with relationships, enough said .


Finally,
In retrospect: What would I have done differently
Pay at least 75% of my tuition so I could focus more on school and use my 20hrs judiciously on an internship instead of working temp jobs.
Learn barbing before I came

Till next time, Na still me una brother Reporting Live !!!


Further Reading / Reference :

https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/populationandmigration/populationestimates/articles/overviewoftheukpopulation/january2021

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-sets-out-new-plan-to-protect-leaseholders-and-make-industry-pay-for-the-cladding-crisis
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Kingdom_cladding_crisis

https://www.itv.com/news/london/2021-09-08/grenfells-external-cladding-should-have-been-checked-by-risk-assessors

wow... Good read man

Yes, they did, and I got the rejection in a follow up mail

Chuksy12:
Did they send you a new username which you will use to LOGIN?

Strategy and international security

Chuksy12:
The University of Hull is yet to send me an offer.. Please what course did you fill in for? I applied for Biomedical science.

Thanks

Madeforher:
Try Edinburgh Napier University

cheeketo:
Good day house, please which university doesn't take forever to give an offer, I have just been rejected by university of Hull for September, they said the course is now full.

But I guess you were given conditional offer then? Did you send them any requested documents and they later came up with this story? Someone said it earlier that Hull is doing that, I just want to confirm