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Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by ELff: 10:23am On Apr 13, 2020
My intended course is a one year course.

After reading Chukwudi's post and Franklyn4"advise, it got me wondering. I also read somewhere on this thread where someone, called remember exactly who, advised against going for a two years program that it is a waste of time and money if the course can be done in one year.

I have my eyes on the Post Study Visa, please is going for a one year course a wise decision?
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by omopapa: 10:24am On Apr 13, 2020
Easy lion, I can’t see any arguments here and no competition either.

I already mentioned the accrediting bodies and even mentioned that it wasn’t to attack you.

No hard feelings, it’s all love from here ✌️

Aprokodaughter:


After I have explained to you what I meant by ranking in their course, you are still twisting my words. Some of you just like arguing unnecessary.


If someone is searching for schools won't they check for schools that offer their courses? by the way schools state if their course is accredited or not on their website?

Checking ranking helps one to choose the right school that fits into their choice.

Ranking isn't about competition between schools or give one the best result, you will still have to work to get where you want to be after school.


This is why I dont like commenting on this forum. Everyone wants to act smart like its some competition.

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Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by sunshine21: 10:27am On Apr 13, 2020
Hello everyone. Anyone heading to University of Bournemouth in September or already there?
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by omopapa: 10:28am On Apr 13, 2020
My point is about science courses and I made reference to Nursing and Biomedical Sciences.

I didn’t knw about the accreditation wahala until after my MSc when I started applying for jobs. I don’t want people to fall in the same pit I did, hence my emphasis

Phatkings:


Accreditation is key no doubt
But to some extent ranking is also a major player

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Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Nobody: 10:32am On Apr 13, 2020
omopapa:
Easy lion, I can’t see any arguments here and no competition either.

I already mentioned the accrediting bodies and even mentioned that it wasn’t to attack you.

No hard feelings, it’s all love from here ✌️



Easy Cocorodile and next time stop twisting people's words. Better still don't mention my handle.

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Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Phenmeson(m): 10:46am On Apr 13, 2020
ELff:
My intended course is a one year course.

After reading Chukwudi's post and Franklyn4"advise, it got me wondering. I also read somewhere on this thread where someone, called remember exactly who, advised against going for a two years program that it is a waste of time and money if the course can be done in one year.

I have my eyes on the Post Study Visa, please is going for a one year course a wise decision?


Before introduction of Post study visa, after finishing course, most students are expected to return back home. I only see 2yrs course as waste of time only if you have jobs waiting for you back home. Having 2yrs visa and work permit can transform one's life depending on your commitment. We all know that once 1yr visa is expired, he /she becomes an overstayer.
Your UK motive is wot matters a lot. Some people are here to get the Degree and return home, why some for greener pasture.
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by justwise(m): 11:09am On Apr 13, 2020
Phenmeson:


Was also introduced to Teesside University by an agent but prefer my siblings coming to London.
My past experience, came here on 2yrs visa when Post study wasn't available. Still remain here by grace of God and 2yrs visa duration. London is expensive but you can easily sew Yur coat � according to the materials you have and not size. My work permit /national insurance number was done the same week I got to UK by my Uncle. Was frustrated to the fact that I was applying to Car wash/ Pakistan stores for job. Got a job 3months after arrival, but my colleagues had their's 6months after. If you don't want to rely for financial support from 9ja or anyone, I advise you to study in London or any location you can easily get a job. Choice is yours Bro and wishing you the best.

Those two are not the same and can not be done in a day. Maybe there is something you are not telling us
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by justwise(m): 11:17am On Apr 13, 2020
ELff:
My intended course is a one year course.

After reading Chukwudi's post and Franklyn4"advise, it got me wondering. I also read somewhere on this thread where someone, called remember exactly who, advised against going for a two years program that it is a waste of time and money if the course can be done in one year.

I have my eyes on the Post Study Visa, please is going for a one year course a wise decision?


Two years course is not a waste of time, it gives you enough time to study and also work part or do internship if you want.

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Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Phenmeson(m): 11:20am On Apr 13, 2020
justwise:


Those two are not the same and can not be done in a day. Maybe there is something you are not telling us

I said, I applied for my national insurance number same week I got to uk. Any hidden thing on that?
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Access2017: 11:25am On Apr 13, 2020
justwise:


Why did you not apply directly through the university website FREE?



I did, but they kept referring me to apply through UCAS
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by justwise(m): 11:25am On Apr 13, 2020
Phenmeson:


I said, I applied for my national insurance number same week I got to uk. Any hidden thing on that?

You said work permit/national insurance number
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by justwise(m): 11:27am On Apr 13, 2020
Access2017:




I did, but they kept referring me to apply through UCAS

Ok, could that specific school policy but a lot of schools will allow you to apply directly from their website
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Access2017: 11:27am On Apr 13, 2020
[quote author=SegunWamiri post=88378839]

He might not be able to. It depends on the program and school he is attempting to send his application to.

@[b]Access2017
Be sure that your program of interest has ONLY the UCAS option.

What program and school is it though?





MSc. Adult Nursing Bournemouth university &
Kingston university
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Phenmeson(m): 11:29am On Apr 13, 2020
justwise:


You said work permit/national insurance number

Bro we all know work permit is given before entry into the country. Only wrote that because not everyone knows wot is NIN. I know u sha won tackle me.
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Access2017: 11:30am On Apr 13, 2020
SegunWamiri:


He might not be able to. It depends on the program and school he is attempting to send his application to.

@Access2017
Be sure that your program of interest has ONLY the UCAS option.

What program and school is it though?

MSc. Adult Nursing in Bournemouth university and Kinston university
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Access2017: 11:32am On Apr 13, 2020
LaaJiblik:






Access2017 May be applying for UG degree hence the UCAS, in which case, there is a payment. I think I’m right, or maybe I’m not?

It's a Masters program not Under graduate, but they said I can only apply through UCAS
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by LagosismyHome(f): 11:50am On Apr 13, 2020
Phatkings:


Accreditation is key no doubt
But to some extent ranking is also a major player

If you dont live or have gone through the system in UK. How can you say this ?
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Franklyn4: 11:55am On Apr 13, 2020
ELff:
My intended course is a one year course.

After reading Chukwudi's post and Franklyn4"advise, it got me wondering. I also read somewhere on this thread where someone, called remember exactly who, advised against going for a two years program that it is a waste of time and money if the course can be done in one year.

I have my eyes on the Post Study Visa, please is going for a one year course a wise decision?

@ELff, depending on your course. If you are going for ICT , Engineering, and medical course etc where you need to workless than 20hrs a week and read more to excel while forgetting about much savings. 1year will put you under undue pressure....these course needs external cert to excel in them.......so they are better written after the 1st year with you 2yrs PSW still in tact . IN 2nd yr, you can combine some other things while u work for ur 20hrs a week .In some courses, 1 year is the best decision.

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Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by yusufDeveloper: 12:10pm On Apr 13, 2020
Is newcastle a great city?

Phenmeson:


Was also introduced to Teesside University by an agent but prefer my siblings coming to London.
My past experience, came here on 2yrs visa when Post study wasn't available. Still remain here by grace of God and 2yrs visa duration. London is expensive but you can easily sew Yur coat � according to the materials you have and not size. My work permit /national insurance number was done the same week I got to UK by my Uncle. Was frustrated to the fact that I was applying to Car wash/ Pakistan stores for job. Got a job 3months after arrival, but my colleagues had their's 6months after. If you don't want to rely for financial support from 9ja or anyone, I advise you to study in London or any location you can easily get a job. Choice is yours Bro and wishing you the best.
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by yusufDeveloper: 12:16pm On Apr 13, 2020
Cigbojugha:




I made the payment in the bank in favor of Northumbria University
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by adeniyy01: 12:49pm On Apr 13, 2020
yungchop:


God will see your determination to survive and make you succeed bro. He'll lift you high and open a lot of doors for you.
I was touched by the part where you said you'll sell your properties. May He replenish you abundantly.



Amen and Thank you Sir
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by lander237: 12:57pm On Apr 13, 2020
Chuukwudi:
Teesside University recently gave an unconditional offer for MSc in Artificial Intelligence starting this September.

I applied for the 2 years option with advanced practice but the admission letter says it's a 1 year program.

I can study this for one year o, also, the cost isn't a problem. But... Isn't 2 years better?

I spoke with two friends of mine, one who is presently studying Data Science and the other Computer Science, both in one of the top schools there in the UK. I was asking them how they were coping. Their answers shocked me to the marrow! They are on PTDF scholarship, first class graduates from a federal University here in the East. Very smart guys! Believe me... But they complained bitterly.. Saying that the whole 5 years we spent in the University here in Nigeria Studying Elect/Elect was a complete waste of time.

They said they didn't learn a single thing from Nigerian Uni. They are now competing with Asians, Americans, natives, etc... Who already are masters of programming. People who started writing code at the age of 9. They have 24/7 electricity and Internet, there is nothing holding them back and that they are too young and are doing masters with them.

They both warned me that I ask my University to give me the 2 years with advanced practice practice option. In her own words, "Things happen so fast here.. Before you start getting a feel of the country and what is happening around you, one semester has passed. Before you catch yourself and know what is happening, another semester has passed and soon, your one year Masters will be over"


They showed great pity when I told them that I intend working to sustain myself. And they told me that when I come, I'd see for myself.

"Artificial Intelligence is still a young filled and most jobs available in this area, right now, are research jobs. By the time you start attending lectures, you'd find out that there are so many things you do not know and from the way they teach one has to understand completely. Reading and copy and paste won't help you here. So you will find yourself going far back to read up things you should have known before coming here. Otherwise you'd sound like olodo amongst your peers! Time is so precious here, considering the fact that you need to study the so many things you do not know, you may not have the time to work" one of them bloated out.

They have asked me to spend hours daily to study my courses before hand using the time I have now till September. They told me of how far behind their computer typing skills were and how greatly they have improved so far.

In general, I started thinking about myself... Am I prepared for all that?

In the end... I need to keep my programming top notch. And I have just started learning python.

I even started considering staying back this year just to do the intensive work I need to do in order to be able to get along but they told me that, if I'm able to invest at least 8 hours daily, from now till September, I'll be able to cope. The sooner I leave, the better other wise, the 10 naira they are using to sponsor me will turn to 6 naira by next year due to devaluation.

Have you a similar experience? Please, I'd love to hear.

I am currently in the UK and I am studying a Computer Science related course as well. What your friends said is the absolute truth! However I do not think the course is difficult, it is just the mode of study that is utterly different from what we are used to in Africa.

1. Graduate studies in the UK entail lots of INDEPENDENT SELF-STUDY, irrespective of the field (engineering, business, health, etc). Start developing the habit of reading lots of other textbooks after lectures, going out of your way to get more information on a certain topic, etc.
2. You absolutely cannot use part-time jobs (20 hours/week) to pay your tuition fees. It has been repeated several times on this platform.
3.Do not take this information as a means of discouragement. INSTEAD, let it help you to know what awaits you once you land here and start preparing yourself mentally.
4.AI is in great demand, do not let anyone tell you otherwise. And even if you do not necessarily get a job in AI, you will at least get one in software development.
5. From your typing, it sounds like you have already given up without even trying. Your mates told you to study programming now till September, that's roughly 5 months' time.

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Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Phenmeson(m): 12:57pm On Apr 13, 2020
yusufDeveloper:
Is newcastle a great city?


It's Bro depending on your motive
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Anitaamich: 1:09pm On Apr 13, 2020
[quote author=Access2017 post=88391829][/quote]
I applied for adult nursing at Bournemouth through UCAS and I paid the application fee, you must apply through them.
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by pittoilet(f): 1:10pm On Apr 13, 2020
Access2017:


MSc. Adult Nursing in Bournemouth university and Kinston university
I applied to bournemouth University directly
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by SegunWamiri(m): 1:59pm On Apr 13, 2020
Access2017:


MSc. Adult Nursing in Bournemouth university and Kinston university

OK. It's quite similar to MA. Social work in some schools where it's a must to apply through UCAS. I'm certain that such schools have their reason(s) for this decision.
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Anitaamich: 2:19pm On Apr 13, 2020
pittoilet:

I applied to bournemouth University directly
What course did you apply for? nursing??
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by eyande(m): 2:32pm On Apr 13, 2020
Thanks
omopapa:
Applied biomedical science comes with 1 year placement while advanced biomedical science is just a fancy name for MSc biomedical Sciences I believe

Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by nobleudeme: 3:35pm On Apr 13, 2020
sunshine21:
Hello everyone. Anyone heading to University of Bournemouth in September or already there?
Hi Sunshine21, I'll be going in September too.
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by yusufDeveloper: 4:07pm On Apr 13, 2020
Phenmeson:


It's Bro depending on your motive

Thanks. The only motive is to work in my field nah grin grin
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by nobleudeme: 5:55pm On Apr 13, 2020
I just did further search on BU and I'm so pumped up. Can't wait to get started. The school is relatively new (Est. 1992 or so) with new buildings and infrastructure. The atmosphere and environment seems friendly and welcoming. We also have two Nigerian acting as the Student Union President and VP in SUBU team of 5. The town is majorly a service area with so many retail shops, cinema, hangout spot, the beach. Lansdowne where "my campus...lol" is located recently initiated a new project aimed at improving the area into a modern commercial business district by 2021...This will hopefully attract more firms as well as encourage startup businesses in Lansdowne Bournemouth in the nearest future. This means there will be creation of more jobs and this to me is good news. Did I also mention that I saw some really SWEET flat at 300 PCM. "Disclaimer I Neva travel o...I still dey Naija, na just information sourced from the internet ooo"

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Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 3 by Cigbojugha: 6:28pm On Apr 13, 2020
Phenmeson:


Do you know the least amount you need to pay from 9ja before getting to UK. If I may ask how you got the discount or payment reduced down to £13500.thanx

Minimum recommended initial deposit is 5000 but the school know that some people find it difficult making such deposit from Nigeria so I got another mail asking me to pay 2000.

The discount is called London discount. I guess its for London campus international student.

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