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Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by SUJYDEE(m): 4:58pm On Dec 26, 2016
Fam, COMPLIMENTS!!!

Please, is the 5MB for the whole family documents or an applicant documents should not be more than 5MB, and are we to upload passport photograph.

I don't mind a link to any effective pdf size reducer.

Thanks!

Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by 40manlappy: 12:33am On Dec 27, 2016
tyosho:
P.s- he included his positive WES assesment this second time around.
WES? I find this very interesting. I have ICAS assessment too. Seems it would not be a bad idea to include it in my proposed application, right?
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by WestAfrican: 2:57am On Dec 27, 2016
mctowel01:
I m also an advocate for leaving for post graduate studies if one feels the PR application will be easier from there. The advantages you stated there are also true but just to correct something, One can get assessed with a professional engineering status irrespective of the undergraduate location. I was assessed as electronics engineer with no work experience and bsc from Nigeria so it is very possible. Nonetheless, I think your knowledge of the PR scheme is still a bit sketchy as there are some statements you made which can be misguiding.
You just don't get it. Anyhow, I reserve any further comments.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by johnsontade:
I totally agree with mctowel01. I see no reason why you need to come here for postgrad and spend millions when the ultimate goal at the end is getting PR especially for people(at least i'm sure about Engineers) whose occupation are already on the SOL. Infact, i think its much easier to get good English test scores from your home country than here in Australia (especially PTE Academic) as i've seen more people getting 20 points from their home countries compared to people doing it here. People here believe they give lower scores here deliberately because they know you need it for immigration purposes.

Australia is very expensive for international students and its almost impossible to work and save up your tuition comfortable. Its always better to strategize well, prepare well and patiently get your PR once and for all from Nigeria if your occupation is on the SOL as you will be saving yourself heaps of money and unnecessary pressure except if its hunger chasing you from naija smiley which i don't think can be the case because an average prospective postgraduate student planning to come to Australia is at least middle class in Naija cos struggling peeps cant afford the tuition.

I'd advise people in general to try PR first cos the rules change from time to time and you may not be lucky by the time you try applying when you get here as a student. Apply for PR when the door is still open because PR door can get shut from but student visa door will always be open(there is no country i know of that has blocked entry of international students).

If you're finding it hard to get enough scores for 189 or 190 PR visa, you can look at subclass 489(Skilled regional visa). This visa is not PR but a million times better than student visa and its also easier to get than PR because you get 10 points after your chosen regional area nominates you. The visa gives you 4 yrs unlimited work rights in your nominated regional area which can be converted to PR 2 yrs after arrival if you can prove that you've worked or lived there for that period.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by abdullahi45: 7:08am On Dec 27, 2016
Good morning gurus....
I am very new here, I would like to further for my Msc in Australia in any of their good universities. my questions are :
1. I have been reading about points above like 65points and i have been seeing something like some Nigerian don't even have 20 points in Toefl. Could someone please help me understand what all this point are all about
2. I have an uncle that doesn't share my surname, can he be my sponsor. If NO. What's the best thing to do?

Thanks in anticipation!
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by damien83: 7:31am On Dec 27, 2016
Friends, please I need your advice on a situation. My bachelor's degree in Business Admin(2.1) from UNIBEN was assessed as an associate degree by VETASSESS, so my question, Is Nigerian bachelor degree equivalent to Australian associate degree? Or was my qualifications wrongly assessed. Your thoughts please.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by nurseafrica: 7:37am On Dec 27, 2016
Hi
Plz any1 in banyo area. In Queensland. Plz . Reply plz a brother needs an urgent advice.
Thanks
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by nurseafrica: 7:42am On Dec 27, 2016
egbabiekperemo1:
There are no jobs in Wollongong
O boy for your own sake go to WSU. Na beg i de beg u
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by nurseafrica: 8:07am On Dec 27, 2016
Solitin40:
But i thought aged care is not available again for international students or it's a lie?
Actually that information is conflicting. It depends on your training institute.
Some expecially locally owned stereotypical institutions will refuse but those run by philipinos or indians will still train you.
If your in sydney area.
Pm me and i can offer advice on realistic institutions wt job offers after placement
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by bellong: 8:20am On Dec 27, 2016
SegunWamiri:
Greetings to you sir bellong. Do you have any suggestions for me based on this?
The issue is how to proof you earned an income.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by abdullahi45: 8:28am On Dec 27, 2016
abdullahi45:
Good morning gurus....
I am very new here, I would like to further for my Msc in Australia in any of their good universities. my questions are :
1. I have been reading about points above like 65points and i have been seeing something like some Nigerian don't even have 20 points in Toefl. Could someone please help me understand what all this point are all about
2. I have an uncle that doesn't share my surname, can he be my sponsor. If NO. What's the best thing to do?

Thanks in anticipation!
Someone should please reply mehuh
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by SegunWamiri(m): 8:44am On Dec 27, 2016
Hmmmm! Only that? Really what I had thought my problem is not being able to nominate any occupation on the SOL/CSOL based on my area of study (sociology)

bellong:
The issue is how to proof you earned an income.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by SegunWamiri(m): 8:53am On Dec 27, 2016
You need not bother yourself with No. 1 at least for now except you are interested in migrating. Meanwhile, there is another thread where you can read up on that: https://www.nairaland.com/3053069/general-guide-australian-permanent-resident

Yes, your Uncle can be your sponsor but you would need proof that you are related. E.g. His birth certificate and your mother's assuming he is from your mum's family. Other documents could be mum's marriage certificate or sworn affidavit for change of name.


abdullahi45:
Someone should please reply mehuh
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by bellong: 9:00am On Dec 27, 2016
SegunWamiri:
Hmmmm! Only that? Really what I had thought my problem is not being able to nominate any occupation on the SOL/CSOL based on my area of study (sociology)
Not only that, if you have a defined job, it would be easy to nominate an occupation or closely related one.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by mctowel01: 9:23am On Dec 27, 2016
@ johnsontade
Its been a very long time way back since February. Thanks for the PTE materials. You re more like the PTE pioneer of this thread cos your results were highly inspiring. I trust you ve been good.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by egbabiekperemo1: 9:50am On Dec 27, 2016
nurseafrica:
Actually that information is conflicting. It depends on your training institute.
Some expecially locally owned stereotypical institutions will refuse but those run by philipinos or indians will still train you.
If your in sydney area.
Pm me and i can offer advice on realistic institutions wt job offers after placement
Pls cn u reply my pm
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by abdullahi45: 12:04pm On Dec 27, 2016
SegunWamiri:
You need not bother yourself with No. 1 at least for now except you are interested in migrating. Meanwhile, there is another thread where you can read up on that: https://www.nairaland.com/3053069/general-guide-australian-permanent-resident

Yes, your Uncle can be your sponsor but you would need proof that you are related. E.g. His birth certificate and your mother's assuming he is from your mum's family. Other documents could be mum's marriage certificate or sworn affidavit for change of name.

He is a very far uncle in fact, our name is not related at all either from the maternal and paternal side...... What can i do? smiley
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by abdullahi45: 12:53pm On Dec 27, 2016
SegunWamiri:
You need not bother yourself with No. 1 at least for now except you are interested in migrating. Meanwhile, there is another thread where you can read up on that: https://www.nairaland.com/3053069/general-guide-australian-permanent-resident

Yes, your Uncle can be your sponsor but you would need proof that you are related. E.g. His birth certificate and your mother's assuming he is from your mum's family. Other documents could be mum's marriage certificate or sworn affidavit for change of name.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by Doodoo10: 1:53pm On Dec 27, 2016
West African, God bless u once more..
I have already started planning on student visa route,
I just renewed my expired passport to begin with, will go for the pte exam immediately I get my passport, let's say next week..

But I wanna ask, does the pte result have the same authentication with the IELTS result
Because, I noticed that the pte is cheaper and more exam friendly

Please someone should advise on this

Thanks

WestAfrican:
The advise given to you was based on the previous information you provided on this thread. While your condition does not qualify you as a PR candidate that was why I further informed you to get here on a student visa and carry on from there.

You have been advised again to look into Engineering technologiest (ET) as an option but unfortunately Petroleum engineering does not fall into (EAT) specialization.

You may want to contact a professional mara immigration agent to best advise you as you don't want to waste your time, energy and resources; and at the end your visa is refused.

Follow this link to read a bit more on engineering technologist to see if you qualify for sol or csol and do further research.
http://deltaimmigration.com.au/Engineering-Technologist/233914.htm

Coming in Australia as a student is always not the best but if it's the only option you have means you have to grab it. Laws in Australia changes by the day

If you are good at what you do and have a portfolio you can be sure of getting a job and a sponsor that is another route for PR
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by Doodoo10: 2:17pm On Dec 27, 2016
Westafrica, you really understand how things are going out here in Nigeria, like he said the best thing is to get out of Nigeria and review your options,

I graduated in 2014,waited for extra one year at home for nysc service, now done with my Nysc since November, I do not want to wait along and hope on miracle, to happen for me here in Nigeria,

With the recent happenings one should be very cautious and active not to be sluggish in making decision because the more, u wait the more time passes by without no achievement

It's better I follow the student route as Westafrican advised, because I do not wanna waste my time,

Nigeria is going crazy Bros,
If you are currently in Australia, work hard and live a life worth living as human beings

I am still reviewing the schools to apply to, that will allow my sponsor whom is my father to be able to bill it..

I am considering heavily 'Tafe in Queensland Brisbane'

Please someone should advise me on this decision

Thank you all for your contributions and God bless you all
Amen



WestAfrican:
My bro I have always advocated for PR rather than study. But in a situation where one finds it difficult scoring 60 points and above and wants to leave the country as things are getting worse then it's better to opt for a study visa then carry on from there.

Masters gives you equal point as undergraduate degree. The advantage of applying while in the country is:
~You can appeal the decision
~ You are still on your student visa and will remain in the country
~ You can continue your studies and earn a master's degree
~You get a 2 year graduate study visa after you graduate
~You can lodge another PR
~You can get married (if still single) and get your PR through that avenue

There are heaps of PhD students in Australia who are still finding it difficult to get their PR all because they couldn't score 20 points in ielts TOEFL.

If your Bsc certificate is not from Australia you will most likely be asked by your case officer to apply via Engineering technologiest and believe there are thousands of applicants and only 20-30% make it before the window closes and these ones have wealth of working experiences under their belts.

There is no problem giving it a crack thou but then like I previously said, I would only do it in those conditions I had listed above.

Everyone will tackle the situation from a different perspective but left for me I will tackle the way I have mentioned (na person wey wear shoe know wer e dey pain am)
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by SegunWamiri(m): 8:38pm On Dec 27, 2016
Okies. Would you say that in the context of this SOL/CSOL nomination, social worker is close enough to Sociology? I'm considering my wife being the principal applicant instead since she has a been in a defined job for about five years and she's also a graduate of Sociology.

bellong:
Not only that, if you have a defined job, it would be easy to nominate an occupation or closely related one.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by ohizzyy7: 10:04pm On Dec 27, 2016
mctowel01:
@ johnsontade
Its been a very long time way back since February. Thanks for the PTE materials. You re more like the PTE pioneer of this thread cos your results were highly inspiring. I trust you ve been good.
Please assist me with the material,thanks. osamedeohirein@gmail.com
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by bellong: 11:30pm On Dec 27, 2016
[quote author=SegunWamiri post=52310419][/quote]What does she do?
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by SegunWamiri(m): 1:03am On Dec 28, 2016
She has been working as a Customer Service Representative those five years with one of the Telecommunications firms in Nigeria until she got promoted recently to be one of the Quality Assurance officers.

Though, she had her three months internship during undergraduate studies with an NGO as well as during NYSC with another.

bellong:
What does she do?
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by mctowel01: 6:05am On Dec 28, 2016
ohizzyy7:
Please assist me with the material,thanks. osamedeohirein@gmail.com
https://www.nairaland.com/3013787/preparing-pte-get-here
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by egbabiekperemo1:
Bbb
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by FutureDon(m): 10:09am On Dec 28, 2016
Anyone looking for accommodation in the Brisbane region should send me a PM. It would suit someone looking at early next year.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by FutureDon(m): 10:16am On Dec 28, 2016
abdullahi45:
Good morning gurus....
I am very new here, I would like to further for my Msc in Australia in any of their good universities. my questions are :
1. I have been reading about points above like 65points and i have been seeing something like some Nigerian don't even have 20 points in Toefl. Could someone please help me understand what all this point are all about
2. I have an uncle that doesn't share my surname, can he be my sponsor. If NO. What's the best thing to do?

Thanks in anticipation!
1. You don't need "points" to apply for MSc programs. The point system only applies to Permanent Residency applications. However, you still need to show proficiency in the use of English language by completing one of those tests of English.

2. For a favorable outcome, you would need to answer the same name as your sponsor or be ready to provide some documents that establish relationship between you both. I am not too sure about this, hope you get some inputs from other forum members.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by bellong: 12:47pm On Dec 28, 2016
SegunWamiri:
She has been working as a Customer Service Representative those five years with one of the Telecommunications firms in Nigeria until she got promoted recently to be one of the Quality Assurance officers.
South Australia currently sponsors Customer service manager for 489 visa and it is low availability already. It has been for the past 6 months though.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by guchi120(m):
[quote author=guchi120 post=52149101]Please house can anyone help? I have a chance between , * UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG and WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY, please which should i go for , if you have any reasons for the one you think is best please identify them . Thanks . Mean while am going for master's in information technology.
Thanks all, for your advice ,to all my bosses, i greet you all for helping me with the right decision.
Ilias2
West Africa
Oluwatobi94
Solitine40
Egbabiekperem01
Nurse Africa
Respect thanks .. Nurse Africa even beg me with God ... Thanks bro ..You made me laugh. grin thanks again
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by SegunWamiri(m): 12:58pm On Dec 28, 2016
Yes, I noticed it as at last night it actually had both 190&489 marked on supplementary list or special conditions. Right NOW, it is only 489 marked for Occupation may be eligible.


Are you suggesting that we give it a shot?

bellong:
South Australia currently sponsors Customer service manager for 489 visa and it is low availability already. It has been for the past 6 months though.
Re: General Australian student Visa Enquiries Part 2 by guadete: 7:25pm On Dec 28, 2016
oobidike:
It depends on where you are heading to. Here in goldcoast and most institutions dont offer certificate courses in age care to international students. Moreover u can get some money from any job u do and with God on ur side. Construction pays as well if u hv white card. Hospitality pays too . Everything depends on ur hardwork and the grace of God. Shikena
so if I wan do certificate iv in aged care and diploma nursing will they not grant me my visa for Gold coast

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