Tharmon:
Originally an art student in secondary school which I just finished last year. But am now interested in science course so please guys recommend me a math, physics and chemistry textbook to help learn and understand them very well because I have no knowledge in them. Please recommend the textbook that would be very easy for a beginner to understand.

lastchild:
for someone who never had teaching experience, how do you start when you get this job

ModestGal:

There wasn't any switch, I couldn't get it because I had ko connection

thebosstrevor1:


Majority of men in the Nigerian army especially are from the middle belts.

Instead of you to call for their release, you are busy trying to divide the masses for likes and clout chasing.

Sooon, the trend will be over and new news will come for you to spread your hate

Kriss216:
Abokkii that claimed he can't afford Presidential form is now on a Pinging level





Abeg, is it right for a Muslim to wear Christian Dior

Isobug:
Nice one.....my type of people. They say school na Scam but to these people and I, education is everything

ogbeGaga15:
How do I go about post graduate diploma in Canada?

IjeBos:
Tacky thread.

But I do have friends who pay 20-25k an hour to prepare their kids for US boarding school exams.

Rutyebi:
please house.. I have Bsc in Anatomy.. can I go for masters in epidemiology of community diseases? I went through UNN postgraduate advert I think d program is for medical doctors only but not too sure... I need clarification please... is very urgent....

sykeng:
M.Sc/ Ph.D does not help these days, we need people who can work.

An academic position in a higher institution of learning is arguably one of the best career path. Apart from the not-too-bad financial rewards (which is probably, what you thought is most important, dead wrong!), there is a prestige is being called an Academic.

Holding a faculty position, in a university is a honour of great measure. Beyond that, many academic/lecturers set their job schedule for either classes or research. They travel often, and hold a global connection with fellow lecturers. Such fleixibility is rare in many other careers. Despite these pull, you may have wondered, why it is difficult getting fixed-in, to start that career as a University Lecturer.

How to get the dream lecturing job

Some of this tips are applicable to Nigeria, but can be helpful, no matter where you are.

Know the Minimum Entry Certificate: A university is a very formal institution, and requires its staff to be trained in a specialized field. You would need at least a Master degree, with a prospect of continuing to PhD, to be considered. A research Master degree, with a grade point in upper percentile is the aim.

To increase your opportunity to getting a lecturing job, better be patient and complete a Doctorate. While this is a longer way to go, its surely pays off. Actually, I have not met a PhD holder who is unemployed. Though it is also true that a fresh graduate can get a lecturing job as a Graduate Assistant, such chances are usually for First class graduates, and it doesn’t come all the time. So be prepared, you must go the long haul, to make a career as a university lecturer. It surely requires time and commitment.

Be in the University System: This is a no brainer, it is easier to get a lecturing job, when you are within the campus, than from outside. By inside, I mean, either as a student or non academic staff. In fact, you could be a staff on the faculty of the university, but not on the desired role or level. Head of Department and Faculty/College deans meet to discuss staff shortages. With the Vice chancellor’s approval, lecturing job openings are filled, even without advertisement. These Professors would rather recommend and recruit their brilliant postgraduate students, than an outsider. Getting a lecturing job from with in also means having your ears on ground. Make friends with people privy to information, before they are posted to the university’s website.

Take Part-time Lecturing Jobs: Its easier getting a part time position as a lecturer. Look around for distance learning programmes. This can be for a College of Education, Polytechnic or a University. While the work may be burdensome, with no commensurate pay, you will get invaluable experience. On your C.V, lecturing experience can put you ahead of competitors for the same position. It doesn’t matter, if the experience is from a part time school or not, as long as it is verifiable. Some part-time/ distance learning school hold on weekends, while others are during the holidays (sand wish programme).
Network through Former Lecturers: Networking is a time tested method to get jobs, not even only lecturing Job. In this case, your former university teachers will be good recommendation for you, especially in another University. Universities lecturers in the same specialization know each other pretty well, as they meet at conferences. A versitile professor would have solid contact in at least three other university. Such a persons name, not just on the C.V, but giving you a heads-in is a big plus to getting the lecturing job. Imagine, how blessed you will be, having about three to four of such networks. It helps beyond measure.

Attend Conferences and Publish in Journal: The number of conferences attended, and impact factor journal published is the most visible sign of a hardworking scholar. Getting the dream lecturing job would be just so easy.
Dream lecturing job: It can be a reality
Combination of the above tip the the following will be helpful.

1 Have a positive mindset

2 Have a good C.V/resume, stating academic awards, conference attended and journal papers published.

3 Use academic staff, preferable a high ranking professor as referee. Its good you put the on notice too.

4 Submit your work to journal search and list site like Google Scholar’s Academia

5 Visit academic job boards.

Canada is increasingly becoming a popular destination for Nigerians desiring a postgraduate degree abroad. Other popular countries for postgraduate study are The UK, Germany, United States and Malaysia. The attraction towards Canada seems to be obvious, unfortunately, many Nigerians are still unaware. In fact, the benefits of a Masters or PhD degree from Canada could be more than studying else where.

Canada isn’t just the extreme of the Wild West, it is rather a land of opportunities and diversities. In particular, Canada’s quality of education is comparable to any other developed nation. Canadian universities rank among the first 100 universities in the world according to the Times Higher Education ranks. Universities like University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, University of Waterloo, University of Calgary are some of the world’s best that Canada boasts of. They attract extremely brilliant students globally. These institutions also churn out top grade researches that impacts industry, government and the society at large.
It is evident that a postgraduate degree from Canada would be global recognition for a Nigerian. You can’t be a push over in the academia and every where else. The height of a world class tutoring that would be received, is a reason to consider a postgraduate study in Canada.

In addition, a postgraduate study in the Sciences, Environmental, Mathematics, Engineering and Health science are usually funded. This means that a Nigerian that receives admission for either a Masters or PhD is these areas of postgraduate study in Canada would have a tuition free education. STEM courses receive a lot of research funds from government and institutions. These monies is used to offset or subsidize the fees of postgraduate students who are favoured to be admitted. Only in rare cases do postgraduate students pay for their fees, in fact, PhD students even receive stipends as teaching assistants, research assistant etc. Some faculty even refuse admission to students, if there is no funds to cover the cost of education, because they don’t believe the postgraduate student should be bothered about paying from his/her pockets. Imagine, receiving a world class postgraduate education for next-to-free- compare Nigeria. Such is the benefit of studying in Canada.

Finally, it’s the Postgraduate work experience that the government of Canada gives immigrants. What’s the high point of receiving a quality postgraduate education, and no opportunity to be allowed to practice, in the environment where you have the facilities and amenities to thrive? In some other countries like The UK, you are almost literally chased out of the country, once the student visa expires. Canada trains you and gives the opportunity to have work experience.

POST-GRADUATE WORK PERMIT (PGWP)

Nigerians and other International students who graduate from a post secondary school in Canada are eligible for a Post graduate work permit. This allows the holders to live and work in Canada for 3 years. It is important to gain experience and integrate with the Canadian society. After 3 years, an immigrant call apply for a permanent resident visa and become a citizen in a couple of years.

The opportunity of studying in Canada can be a dramatic positive turn around. Have you studies abroad or have questions about the postgraduate study chances in Canada, including enquires about admission and immigration. Drop you questions on the blog comment box