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Ismailsulaimon:
Omo! Rejection mail na water for my side o. I have been rejected by 3 or 4 schools because I do not meet up their entry requirements. Imagine having HND in Business Administration with Distinction and I have to suffer like this. I'll not back down. Come January 2027, I'll quote this my message with a congratulations visa approval. I said it first.

Ismailsulaimon:
Automatic rejection as most schools uses system to filter out those that do not have level 6 qualifications. Nna ehn, I wouldn't advice my enemy to attend Polytechnic o. Alot of opportunities that I could not pursue here in Nigeria because of my qualification, and now I have to face the same internationally. It's crazy.

Koats14:
The opportunities available to you might be limited, but don't you give up. There's surely one out there for you! You've got this! Go get it!

PS: instead of applying blindly, change your strategy and reach out to the admissions department first. Send ND and HND transcripts and certificates (or statement of results) asking for clarification if you're a fit for their school. Do this for all schools that have courses that aligns with your interest. One will definitely open for you. Worse case scenario, they'd recommend top-up programme for you.

Ismailsulaimon:
Thank you so much boss for your response. I wouldn't want to go for a top-up programme because of the fees. The other option you mentioned, I have tried that for 5 schools and their response wasn't encourageable, so I decided that's just a waste of time as some schools took 2-3 weeks before they responded. I'll not give up boss. As am typing, a rejection mail just entered from University of Law. We go again 💪

creolehunt:
Hello,

I have an offer from Nottingham Trent, Huddersfield and Teesside.

Which would you advise I pursue if tuition is constant.

olola4:
Take away Teesside from ur option, they don't joke with money and that side (Middlesbrough/Teeside) is very dry when it comes to student job. Huddesfield is much better, although the cost of living is bit higher than Nottingham and Teesside but there are more jobs there.

sophiatomolola:
Good morning everyone, please I need advice from people who have experience with UK student visas, especially those who have studied at the University of Westminster.

I have received a conditional offer from the University of Westminster for a 4-year full-time MPhil/Research Accounting programme, starting January 2027.

My questions are:

1. Is the University of Westminster currently a good/safe university to use for a UK Student Visa? Does it have any issues with CAS issuance or visa sponsorship?
2. Has anyone recently applied for a UK Student Visa through Westminster and how was the CAS/visa process?
3. I plan to apply with my spouse as my dependant. Since this is a research-based postgraduate programme, am I eligible to bring my spouse as a dependant under the current UK rules?
4. My tuition fee is around £17,000 per year, and Westminster has requested a £5,500 deposit before CAS. Does anyone know if I need to pay a particular percentage of the tuition before CAS?
5. I have never travelled outside Nigeria before. Does lack of travel history affect the chances of getting a UK Student Visa, especially when applying with a dependant?
6. For people who have successfully applied with a dependant, what documents did you provide to demonstrate the source of funds and your relationship?

I would really appreciate advice from anyone who has recently gone through this process, particularly for a January 2027 research/MPhil student visa application from Nigeria.

Thank you.

olola4:
Take away Teesside from ur option, they don't joke with money and that side (Middlesbrough/Teeside) is very dry when it comes to student job. Huddesfield is much better, although the cost of living is bit higher than Nottingham and Teesside but there are more jobs there.

Why don't you use the money to invest in Nigeria


Remember what happened in Ukraine and South Africa

creolehunt:
Thank you chief.

Funnily enough, my research on reddit was saying that huddersfield is the dead place and all

High volume of delay response

Ismailsulaimon:
I'm not following. What money are you talking about?

Ismailsulaimon:
Sorry for that boss, you can try university of Bristol, I heard they accept HND students.


Thank you so much boss for your response. I wouldn't want to go for a top-up programme because of the fees. The other option you mentioned, I have tried that for 5 schools and their response wasn't encourageable, so I decided that's just a waste of time as some schools took 2-3 weeks before they responded. I'll not give up boss. As am typing, a rejection mail just entered from University of Law. We go again 💪

OtunbaALEXANDER:
Chairman, I messaged you by email
Please, I just want to ask some questions
is like we are in the same boat

Thank you

Ismailsulaimon:
Boss, I didn't get any mail from you.

liftmeGod:
Please my leader in the house , if my school fees is 11k pounds

If I pay half , can get work to pay the remaining balance in UK

Please I need urgent answers

liftmeGod:
Please my leader in the house , if my school fees is 11k pounds

If I pay half , can get work to pay the remaining balance in UK

Please I need urgent answers

lexybaba1234:
Guys... It's been a while, I haven't been active on this platform as before. Been busy dealing with life issues.

Today the waiting is over, I have been granted ILR after spending 3 years in the UK.

Just typing this to motivate someone. And the guys that are still waiting, I wish you all the best.

Route: Global talent visa (Exeptional talent) endorsed by the RSC

Charlex23:
I haven't been in the best of moods since last night as I got a refusal mail for my Student Visa, from UKVI yesterday, Even though I have accepted my fate and trying to move on, I still feel cheated by UKVI.

I applied in December for January intake but I had to withdraw my visa application in February due to approaching Cas deadline. And now I deferred to September intake

Biometrics - 23rd June
Refusal mail- 2nd of July
Reason for refusal: incorrect bank statement calculation. So the visa officer didn't deduct my global scholarship of £3,000 from my POF, he only removed my tuition deposit and my required funds was below the minimum due to that error. I already applied for an administrative review today and l'd keep you guys updated .

Charlex23:
I haven't been in the best of moods since last night as I got a refusal mail for my Student Visa, from UKVI yesterday, Even though I have accepted my fate and trying to move on, I still feel cheated by UKVI.

I applied in December for January intake but I had to withdraw my visa application in February due to approaching Cas deadline. And now I deferred to September intake

Biometrics - 23rd June
Refusal mail- 2nd of July
Reason for refusal: incorrect bank statement calculation. So the visa officer didn't deduct my global scholarship of £3,000 from my POF, he only removed my tuition deposit and my required funds was below the minimum due to that error. I already applied for an administrative review today and l'd keep you guys updated

UPDATE:
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW APPLICATION- 3rd July
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW SUCCESS - 17th July
My application was sent back to the original case working team for reconsideration…. I waited for almost 2 months

UKVI CONTACT TO SCHOOL- 9th September
Ukvi asked if my school was still willing to sponsor me for the September intake and my university confirmed this with me

17th september, my school resumed. Still no response from ukvi. Deadline was October 16th
25th September- I submitted a pre action protocol to UKvi due to the delay and the risk of losing my place …. I gave them until 5th October to respond

29TH SEPTEMBER - Interview inviteI was told they would love to conduct an interview on October 6th. I was scared because my undergraduate degree was similar to
My master’s programme.

OCTOBER 6th: i had my interview…. With a young British lady. She was polite and didn’t interrupt me while speaking. Interview lasted more than an hour

OCTOBER 9th- VISA APPROVAL.

To everyone else waiting wishing you the best of luck

Charlex23:
I haven't been in the best of moods since last night as I got a refusal mail for my Student Visa, from UKVI yesterday, Even though I have accepted my fate and trying to move on, I still feel cheated by UKVI.

I applied in December for January intake but I had to withdraw my visa application in February due to approaching Cas deadline. And now I deferred to September intake

Biometrics - 23rd June
Refusal mail- 2nd of July
Reason for refusal: incorrect bank statement calculation. So the visa officer didn't deduct my global scholarship of £3,000 from my POF, he only removed my tuition deposit and my required funds was below the minimum due to that error. I already applied for an administrative review today and l'd keep you guys updated

UPDATE:
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW APPLICATION- 3rd July
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW SUCCESS - 17th July
My application was sent back to the original case working team for reconsideration…. I waited for almost 2 months

UKVI CONTACT TO SCHOOL- 9th September
Ukvi asked if my school was still willing to sponsor me for the September intake and my university confirmed this with me

17th september, my school resumed. Still no response from ukvi. Deadline was October 16th
25th September- I submitted a pre action protocol to UKvi due to the delay and the risk of losing my place …. I gave them until 5th October to respond

29TH SEPTEMBER - Interview inviteI was told they would love to conduct an interview on October 6th. I was scared because my undergraduate degree was similar to
My master’s programme.

OCTOBER 6th: i had my interview…. With a young British lady. She was polite and didn’t interrupt me while speaking. Interview lasted more than an hour

OCTOBER 9th- VISA APPROVAL.

To everyone else waiting wishing you the best of luck

Charlex23:
I haven't been in the best of moods since last night as I got a refusal mail for my Student Visa, from UKVI yesterday, Even though I have accepted my fate and trying to move on, I still feel cheated by UKVI.

I applied in December for January intake but I had to withdraw my visa application in February due to approaching Cas deadline. And now I deferred to September intake

Biometrics - 23rd June
Refusal mail- 2nd of July
Reason for refusal: incorrect bank statement calculation. So the visa officer didn't deduct my global scholarship of £3,000 from my POF, he only removed my tuition deposit and my required funds was below the minimum due to that error. I already applied for an administrative review today and l'd keep you guys updated

UPDATE:
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW APPLICATION- 3rd July
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW SUCCESS - 17th July
My application was sent back to the original case working team for reconsideration…. I waited for almost 2 months

UKVI CONTACT TO SCHOOL- 9th September
Ukvi asked if my school was still willing to sponsor me for the September intake and my university confirmed this with me

17th september, my school resumed. Still no response from ukvi. Deadline was October 16th
25th September- I submitted a pre action protocol to UKvi due to the delay and the risk of losing my place …. I gave them until 5th October to respond

29TH SEPTEMBER - Interview inviteI was told they would love to conduct an interview on October 6th. I was scared because my undergraduate degree was similar to
My master’s programme.

OCTOBER 6th: i had my interview…. With a young British lady. She was polite and didn’t interrupt me while speaking. Interview lasted more than an hour

OCTOBER 9th- VISA APPROVAL.

To everyone else waiting wishing you the best of luck

Charlex23:
I haven't been in the best of moods since last night as I got a refusal mail for my Student Visa, from UKVI yesterday, Even though I have accepted my fate and trying to move on, I still feel cheated by UKVI.

I applied in December for January intake but I had to withdraw my visa application in February due to approaching Cas deadline. And now I deferred to September intake

Biometrics - 23rd June
Refusal mail- 2nd of July
Reason for refusal: incorrect bank statement calculation. So the visa officer didn't deduct my global scholarship of £3,000 from my POF, he only removed my tuition deposit and my required funds was below the minimum due to that error. I already applied for an administrative review today and l'd keep you guys updated

UPDATE:
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW APPLICATION- 3rd July
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW SUCCESS - 17th July
My application was sent back to the original case working team for reconsideration…. I waited for almost 2 months

UKVI CONTACT TO SCHOOL- 9th September
Ukvi asked if my school was still willing to sponsor me for the September intake and my university confirmed this with me

17th september, my school resumed. Still no response from ukvi. Deadline was October 16th
25th September- I submitted a pre action protocol to UKvi due to the delay and the risk of losing my place …. I gave them until 5th October to respond

29TH SEPTEMBER - Interview inviteI was told they would love to conduct an interview on October 6th. I was scared because my undergraduate degree was similar to
My master’s programme.

OCTOBER 6th: i had my interview…. With a young British lady. She was polite and didn’t interrupt me while speaking. Interview lasted more than an hour

OCTOBER 9th- VISA APPROVAL.

To everyone else waiting wishing you the best of luck

sophiatomolola:
Good morning everyone, please I need advice from people who have experience with UK student visas, especially those who have studied at the University of Westminster.

I have received a conditional offer from the University of Westminster for a 4-year full-time MPhil/Research Accounting programme, starting January 2027.

My questions are:

1. Is the University of Westminster currently a good/safe university to use for a UK Student Visa? Does it have any issues with CAS issuance or visa sponsorship?
2. Has anyone recently applied for a UK Student Visa through Westminster and how was the CAS/visa process?
3. I plan to apply with my spouse as my dependant. Since this is a research-based postgraduate programme, am I eligible to bring my spouse as a dependant under the current UK rules?
4. My tuition fee is around £17,000 per year, and Westminster has requested a £5,500 deposit before CAS. Does anyone know if I need to pay a particular percentage of the tuition before CAS?
5. I have never travelled outside Nigeria before. Does lack of travel history affect the chances of getting a UK Student Visa, especially when applying with a dependant?
6. For people who have successfully applied with a dependant, what documents did you provide to demonstrate the source of funds and your relationship?

I would really appreciate advice from anyone who has recently gone through this process, particularly for a January 2027 research/MPhil student visa application from Nigeria.

Thank you.