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partnerus:
Please leave me with your WhatsApp number here and I will email you. I don't have access to that email again. Thank you.

thanks for reaching out

Segunagagu:
Bro wat are u studying..hehehe...u should be an ambassador of Ireland to Nigeria. Loool

I am a black and fully bred Nigerian my brother. Also I am very much proud to be a Nigerian.

partnerus:
I am a black and fully bred Nigerian my brother. Also I am very much proud to be a Nigerian.

Nice one bro.. I love ur spirit

partnerus:
I read your post and ordinarily I would have chosen turn a blind eye to it but for sake of clarity to those intending to come study here in Ireland, it would be a disservice to them if I remain mute. In as much as I reckon with you on certain constraints you made mention of here, it is not enough to draw to conclusion that there isn't better prospects schooling here in Ireland. For the record, I am not on the pay roll of the Irish government and I am not in anyway holding brief for them. So also, my write up is entirely my own personal opinion based on experience here in Dublin.

The truth is, there is no where on planet earth where you get things on a platter of gold. Even in freetown, Serria Leone, nothing is free there too. While I agree with you that Dublin as a city may have it's down sides, but choose to see the good sides too. You are a product of your thought.

ACCOMMODATION IN DUBLIN.

Its no longer news that Dublin is the most expensive city to live in Europe. Irish times even confirmed that too but the truth is there are other affordable and decent accommodation you can live in which will cost you between 380 and 400 euros monthly here in Dublin. I am saying this cause I witnessed a friend settle for that. It is very tidy, organised and could be likened to private university hostels in Nigeria. I didn't go for that's cause I already got a place in Dublin before then. You made mention in your write up of paying exorbitant rent as high as 700euros or there about. Oga, what happened to the mantra which says 'cut your coat according to your size? Even in Nigeria, America, Ghana or anyway else in the world, there is social strata which everyone falls into.

Before you left Nigeria, I guess you were amongst those who believed that once you get to Europe, you will pick euros on the streets. I am sorry if reality is far different now. The truth is, I work tirelessly round the clock here and blending same with my studies too. I have a part time job and also picked a night based job without tax as a Valetta. No European will do such job so I picked it. I am proud of it cause it pays my bills and gives me something to save as well. Come to think of it brother, where in the world is life seamless? Is it Nigeria, America or UK? I have an uncle who schooled in the US and today is a journalist in Manhattan, NY. He hasn't sent anything back home. He keeps complaining just like you are doing now as well. Complain hasn't helped anyone. Hardwork pays. There are lots of opportunities here in Dublin. Please look round and you will start finding such opportunities. I for myself I already have a clear road map here. I am already thinking of what I will delve into once I graduate since I am not allowed for now to be self employed on a stamp 2 visa.

Is Nigeria any better? Why don't you cut your spending drastically and work real hard. I mean real hard. To me, every Nigerian student here is a brother. I am using this medium to extend my hand of fellowship to you. Come let me introduce you to the world of hardwork which pays. We can together structure your time, plan your expenses and discuss a whole lot. As in brain Storm and share ideas together. I laughed when I read your post about racism in the house you live. Yours is small compared to what I face here. I am the only black guy in my apartment and worst still from Nigeria. I no send them ooo...I use schooling and hustling as tactics to ignore them. Most times I come home in the middle of the night after work and leave quite early to school in the morning. So I hardly have time for them. The truth is, it's not easy here but there are lots of opportunities. I mean it bro. That your friends graduated and returned to Nigeria doesn't mean your story will be same. As our faces differs, so those our destinies.
If you personally want proof, I can show you how much I have been able to remit home barely studying here for less than 3 months. I mean I achieved such feet with hustling and above all God's grace.
Stay strong and positive bro. That's the Nigerian spirit. Our leaders have failed us. You can't afford to fail your own children too.
To other serious and hardworking Nigerians willing to survive legally here in DUBLIN, please feel free to get in touch with me once you get here. Again, it's not easy but with sheer commitment and determination you will make it here. I mean real big. I am using myself as case study. That's why I have no intimate friend here or any thing bothering me. I made it so so that I can face the real purpose why I am here.

Please see the opportunity abound anywhere you are. Opportunities lies everywhere. The time to grab it is now or never!!!

deep, really deep!

If i ever step in to Ireland for pursuit of education furtherance and greener pastures, i definitely will reach out to you.

abuhusna1:
If you hold bar and you don't need to work griffith may be good but if you want hustle and study stay out of griffith cos msc go to school Mon to Friday

Bro, can you explain more?

ICaSNg:
For the guy complaining bitterly about life in Ireland , you can ask those living in central london.

I lived outside london for 5 years @ Hatfield to be precise, accommodation is 4 -5 bed house, my room costs £400 per month excluding bills. As at 2015, my friend in westminster london lived in a 4 bed shared house, her rent for 1 room was £750 excluding bills.

I had 18 -20 year old nigerian party freaks as flatmates, the ones who take your stew and finish the meat @ midnight when everyone was at work, library or sleeping, those who mess up toilet and you have to clean up after them.

If you have lived in Nigerian hostels, you probably would have encountered such.

You don't get anything on a platter in life , nothing is handed to you.
Brace yourself, grow up , sit yourself down and decide what you want to take away from Griffith / Ireland or the overall abroad pursuit.

As crazy as the UK is with no automatic graduate visa , some people are still getting their work permit legally without marrying EU/British Nationals.

Am not picking at you , you're entitled to your opinion but what you said today seems more of a rant than advise.

You nailed it bro. Exactly my experience in London for good 4 years. How about me that even came to Ireland with family visit visas, though I've visited before to check if I can live here. I survived here for years before getting their stamp 4. Now I won't encourage anyone to come and stay with visit visa. I can't say because I experience difficulty in a country then everybody will experience the same. Irish study visa is hot cake to many.

Life is much more better in Ireland now compare to when I just came in those years. If you believe you have no reason to leave Nigeria for whatever reason then stay there. If you think you should leave then leave, and if you come and after you feel that you can't cope then go back home or go elsewhere. If you think you can cope then stay, all you need is FOCUS & DETERMINATION, with God on your side you will conquer. Coming to Ireland is a matter of CHOICE.

Bjrokenhear003:
To be truthful, ireland is totally bleeped... i am in ireland everyday and the cost of living here is something else. To get GNIB appointment na GOLD, took me 3 months to get mine and still bills must be paid,Rent like 800 euros and above if you want to stay by yourself, don't get me wrong you can get for 500-700euros but u go tire to find. How much do u earn 9.55 euros an hour and only required to work for 20 hours a week with tax to pay around 2-5%. Transport a week in dublin about 20 euros,feeding never join. There are menial jobs eg, warehousing and picking fruits about 10euros per hour, if you go there u go see men with red passport still dey do warehouse jobs & the next day body go wan break, other jobs kitchen porter, cleaner, waiter etc. racism na another level especially in my house, things i don't do they go report to landlady. December dey come now for someone to work 40hrs, no time sef to go hustle join because exams is in January, u choose to do well in exams or work 40hours. I feel if u earn above 180k in Nigeria as a bachelor or spinster, no need to leave that job, i made a mistake ever coming here, na canada sure pass but since i am here, i will make good use of it.

Don't ask me about the 2 years, 3 people who finished from griffith college 1 Msc Accounting and finance, 2 International Business, don return back to Nigeria as no job show after the 2 years.

No, Ireland is not f*cked. Infarct Ireland is getting better. I have two Nairalanders here one came from student exchange, the other with direct study from Lagos. The one with exchange student used to visit here before he was even shocked that things has changed O. You're even lucky you didn't come like around 2008/09 during the recession, that's when you will appreciate current life in Ireland.

Don't worry you will find things easy at some point. Create your own success story. Remember the days you prayed for the things you have now? Better days are coming and all your hustle will be worth it. Everything will happen for you all of a sudden and you’ll be thankful you didn’t give up. Encourage anyone that love to come and study and achieve that goal if they can't find alternative. Blessings are coming. Believe that. It is well with you.

partnerus:
I am glad to read your response bro. Now there seems to be more positive response coming from it. Your initial write up was mere generalisation. The truth is I reside here in Dublin city and we tend to pay same amount of rent. Mine seems a bit slightly higher than yours for a shared room. Maybe I was fortunate to opt for DBS then. You guys schooling their ought to discuss with the PG program coordinator there in Griffith so that something can be done in that regards.

I feel your plight bro but I am not advising you or anyone here to break the provisions of their student visa. All I was emphasizing is that one takes due advantage of the opportunities that lies in whatever environment one finds him or herself. Talking about Canada, there are so many Nigerians there in Canada with masters who settled for taxi driving. The racist thing is everywhere. Once you are not a native of their country, its pretty difficult getting a suitable job that is in tandem with what you studied in school. The only edge I would say Canada has is it's easier to get permanent residence there. This is one area which Ireland needs to critically look at so it can harness the pool of diverse cultures it seems to enjoy presently and then over time, they can have second generation of blacks as Irish natives.

You initial post would ordinarily deter the faint hearted to pursue a career path here cause of your generalisation of Ireland whereas it has everything to do with your own school which seems not to avail you time to hustle and work simultaneously. However, I know it's hard getting jobs that pay cash but look out for odd jobs which Irish people won't do for any amount in the world. In it lies the answer to that which you seek. There are lots of opportunities here and that's the gospel truth. Even the cars you were talking about shipping from Canada, it's cheaper shipping a car from Ireland to Nigeria than from the former. You can do your research on that too. Car shipping constitutes the bulk of trade between Ireland and Nigeria. Mostly salvaged cars if you know what I mean. Also, we have edge in currency value over them in Canada. The list is endless. Both countries are good and please don't get me wrong. At least vacation is around the corner and so you can hustle properly. Even in DBS, chances are we won't hustle quite well this holiday period. The reason is exam starts this January. So every school has it's own odds but regardless of such, we have to keep up the hustle. Stay strong and positive. God bless your hustle here and above all, God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

You really know Ireland well .

Guys, do you think schools like Dublin Business School offer part time (2years) study for international students?

I am considering that option because, based on the discourse i have just read here, a part time study option will afford me a little more time for side hustle while actually studying.

odimbannamdi:
Guys, do you think schools like Dublin Business School offer part time (2years) study for international students?

I am considering that option because, based on the discourse i have just read here, a part time study option will afford me a little more time for side hustle while actually studying.

You won't even get a visa for part time

dotcomnamename:
You won't even get a visa for part time

I actually guessed so, coz there is no option for part time studies for international students in DBS's fees document for non-EU students

dotcomnamename:
You won't even get a visa for part time

I actually guessed so, coz there is no option for part time studies for international students in DBS's fees document for non-EU students.

just wanted to hear from more experienced folks here

partnerus:
Lol...your own isn't chat. Wait let me call you. It's faster for me that way.

Bro, since your PM doesnt work, how do we connect? i would love to discuss with you.

thanks

partnerus:
I read your post and ordinarily I would have chosen turn a blind eye to it but for sake of clarity to those intending to come study here in Ireland, it would be a disservice to them if I remain mute. In as much as I reckon with you on certain constraints you made mention of here, it is not enough to draw to conclusion that there isn't better prospects schooling here in Ireland. For the record, I am not on the pay roll of the Irish government and I am not in anyway holding brief for them. So also, my write up is entirely my own personal opinion based on experience here in Dublin.

The truth is, there is no where on planet earth where you get things on a platter of gold. Even in freetown, Serria Leone, nothing is free there too. While I agree with you that Dublin as a city may have it's down sides, but choose to see the good sides too. You are a product of your thought.

ACCOMMODATION IN DUBLIN.

Its no longer news that Dublin is the most expensive city to live in Europe. Irish times even confirmed that too but the truth is there are other affordable and decent accommodation you can live in which will cost you between 380 and 400 euros monthly here in Dublin. I am saying this cause I witnessed a friend settle for that. It is very tidy, organised and could be likened to private university hostels in Nigeria. I didn't go for that's cause I already got a place in Dublin before then. You made mention in your write up of paying exorbitant rent as high as 700euros or there about. Oga, what happened to the mantra which says 'cut your coat according to your size? Even in Nigeria, America, Ghana or anyway else in the world, there is social strata which everyone falls into.

Before you left Nigeria, I guess you were amongst those who believed that once you get to Europe, you will pick euros on the streets. I am sorry if reality is far different now. The truth is, I work tirelessly round the clock here and blending same with my studies too. I have a part time job and also picked a night based job without tax as a Valetta. No European will do such job so I picked it. I am proud of it cause it pays my bills and gives me something to save as well. Come to think of it brother, where in the world is life seamless? Is it Nigeria, America or UK? I have an uncle who schooled in the US and today is a journalist in Manhattan, NY. He hasn't sent anything back home. He keeps complaining just like you are doing now as well. Complain hasn't helped anyone. Hardwork pays. There are lots of opportunities here in Dublin. Please look round and you will start finding such opportunities. I for myself I already have a clear road map here. I am already thinking of what I will delve into once I graduate since I am not allowed for now to be self employed on a stamp 2 visa.

Is Nigeria any better? Why don't you cut your spending drastically and work real hard. I mean real hard. To me, every Nigerian student here is a brother. I am using this medium to extend my hand of fellowship to you. Come let me introduce you to the world of hardwork which pays. We can together structure your time, plan your expenses and discuss a whole lot. As in brain Storm and share ideas together. I laughed when I read your post about racism in the house you live. Yours is small compared to what I face here. I am the only black guy in my apartment and worst still from Nigeria. I no send them ooo...I use schooling and hustling as tactics to ignore them. Most times I come home in the middle of the night after work and leave quite early to school in the morning. So I hardly have time for them. The truth is, it's not easy here but there are lots of opportunities. I mean it bro. That your friends graduated and returned to Nigeria doesn't mean your story will be same. As our faces differs, so those our destinies.
If you personally want proof, I can show you how much I have been able to remit home barely studying here for less than 3 months. I mean I achieved such feet with hustling and above all God's grace.
Stay strong and positive bro. That's the Nigerian spirit. Our leaders have failed us. You can't afford to fail your own children too.
To other serious and hardworking Nigerians willing to survive legally here in DUBLIN, please feel free to get in touch with me once you get here. Again, it's not easy but with sheer commitment and determination you will make it here. I mean real big. I am using myself as case study. That's why I have no intimate friend here or any thing bothering me. I made it so so that I can face the real purpose why I am here.

Please see the opportunity abound anywhere you are. Opportunities lies everywhere. The time to grab it is now or never!!!

Really good one! Glad to see someone who think in a positive way and face life the way it is.
Tired of lazy people who think life abroad should be much easier. The truth is that it never easy anywhere. Being successful start with your hardworking.
Having visited few countries, I think Ireland is one of the best countries immigrants can thrive and succeed after sometime if they know what they are doing.
There are some immigrant kids especially from Nigeria that after graduating from university here were not able to find job. I think part of the reason is because their parents /themselves were still having this Nigerian mentality where they think with education you can achieve everything and would be easier to find job. While that is partly true, in this part of the world your experience count and your ability to prove that you are able to perform and achieve success is very important. Building work experience is very important regardless of what type of job. It will surely help in finding your dream job.
Yes, Ireland is expensive in terms of accommodation. Get a part time job as a student to help you with your bills. If you are finding it difficult to find a job due to lack of experience consider volunteering and you can get a referee through this way. There are jobs out there. All you need is apply and prove to the employer that you’re willingly to do the job. Sometimes employer are not really looking at your educational qualification they are looking at your experience and willingness. One good tip is when you read job position and its requirements, try and match that requirement in CV. Don’t get yourself over qualified for the job. For instance, mentioning that you hold undergraduate, postgraduate etc. or that you were a director/manager in Nigeria. It may not count or rather they might not take you too serious.
Racism is everywhere in the west and it is not going away soon. So don’t let it discourage from achieving your dreams. Your personality is very important and that is the way people will respect you.
Stop complaining and take challenges and look for opportunities.

My 2 cents on choice of university...

Mr "Broken Heart" mentioned if you are looking to work, earn lots of money and school , choose this school don't choose this school.

That in my opinion is misleading. September intakes have the shortest semester ever anywhere in the world so workload is always crazy, it gets better by 2nd semester.

That was why I wrote about joining Jan, feb or April intakes to make things easier- Unfortunately not all universities have these start dates and not all courses are available during this period.

Don't choose a school because of fewer lectures just for you to have longer hours for casual jobs, I advice students to always think of the long term goal, I've also been very clear that if it much better to pay all your tuition before leaving Nigeria, it takes a lot of stress off you. The amount you earn from part time jobs can cater for your accommodation and feeding * that is if you cut your coat according to your material.

Think your course through, if confused ask questions- people choose courses because its affordable or just anything to get out of Nigeria that should not be the case abeg- you're investing millions into this degree its advisable to choose what you're passionate about because when your coursework and exam results start surfacing or your coursework group start acting up its your passion for the course that will motivate you.

No one says it will be easy but then we are Nigerians nothing puts us down.
Success is key!

I am glad you hold sway to this too so it doesn't seem as if I am exagerrating. There are lots of opportunities here. Truth is life is hard everywhere but with sheer hardwork and determination one will make it.

juzme:
Really good one! Glad to see someone who think in a positive way and face life the way it is.
Tired of lazy people who think life abroad should be much easier. The truth is that it never easy anywhere. Being successful start with your hardworking.
Having visited few countries, I think Ireland is one of the best countries immigrants can thrive and succeed after sometime if they know what they are doing.
There are some immigrant kids especially from Nigeria that after graduating from university here were not able to find job. I think part of the reason is because their parents /themselves were still having this Nigerian mentality where they think with education you can achieve everything and would be easier to find job. While that is partly true, in this part of the world your experience count and your ability to prove that you are able to perform and achieve success is very important. Building work experience is very important regardless of what type of job. It will surely help in finding your dream job.
Yes, Ireland is expensive in terms of accommodation. Get a part time job as a student to help you with your bills. If you are finding it difficult to find a job due to lack of experience consider volunteering and you can get a referee through this way. There are jobs out there. All you need is apply and prove to the employer that you’re willingly to do the job. Sometimes employer are not really looking at your educational qualification they are looking at your experience and willingness. One good tip is when you read job position and its requirements, try and match that requirement in CV. Don’t get yourself over qualified for the job. For instance, mentioning that you hold undergraduate, postgraduate etc. or that you were a director/manager in Nigeria. It may not count or rather they might not take you too serious.
Racism is everywhere in the west and it is not going away soon. So don’t let it discourage from achieving your dreams. Your personality is very important and that is the way people will respect you.
Stop complaining and take challenges and look for opportunities.

odimbannamdi:
Bro, since your PM doesnt work, how do we connect? i would love to discuss with you.

thanks

Leave me your WhatsApp number here. I will get in touch with you by God's grace. Thank you.

dotcomnamename:
You really know Ireland well .

Baba, the few leisure time I have, I use it to do research on Ireland and the opportunities to explore from it. No time to play here.

odimbannamdi:
deep, really deep!

If i ever step in to Ireland for pursuit of education furtherance and greener pastures, i definitely will reach out to you.

You are very much welcome bro

partnerus:
You are very much welcome bro

Thanks @partnerus,
I got an offer from DBS against next yr. I need to clarify some things in the course of my preparation. I 'll need your e-mail to forward some things to you. I can't explain all here.

kindly give this a positive response. Thanks

mychellin:
Thanks @partnerus,
I got an offer from DBS again next yr. I need to clarify some things in course of my preparation. I 'll need to get your e-mail to forward some things to you. I can't explain all here.

kindly give this a positive response. Thanks

Leave your WhatsApp number here and I will message you. Thank you.

Since this thread is mainly for Irish Study Visa.



Nigerians in Ireland can meet here,

https://www.nairaland.com/1201132/nigerians-ireland-dublin-etc-lets

You can connect with other Nigerians, share ideas, job opportunities, and accommodation assistance, etc.

partnerus:
Baba, the few leisure time I have, I use it to do research on Ireland and the opportunities to explore from it. No time to play here.

You are very correct

guys, I have a question

I am 24, and relatively doing well for myself in Nigeria, I own an agribusiness firm.

however, I studies computer science, and also work as a web developer, I have zero plans of starting a family in Nigeria.

my plan is to go Do an I.T based course in Ireland and settle ( also have my business in Nigeria grow as back up)

now my question is.

does Ireland discriminate on I.T skilled Africans? cuz I just read a thread on how its hard to get a skilled job in Ireland as a black immigrant.

thing is, I know Ireland needs skilled I.T staffs..its why my focus is there..

thanks

vladimiros:
guys, I have a question

I am 24, and relatively doing well for myself in Nigeria, I own an agribusiness firm.

however, I studies computer science, and also work as a web developer, I have zero plans of starting a family in Nigeria.

my plan is to go Do an I.T based course in Ireland and settle ( also have my business in Nigeria grow as back up)

now my question is.

does Ireland discriminate on I.T skilled Africans? cuz I just read a thread on how its hard to get a skilled job in Ireland as a black immigrant.

thing is, I know Ireland needs skilled I.T staffs..its why my focus is there..

thanks

If you have it knowledge here is good for you infact they will give you resident permit after two years of work permit if you are able to get it job