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Education › Re: Please, Help My Nephew Choose A Good Course Of Study Under Basic Medical Science by SOPWriter: 12:11pm On Apr 21

wentroublecomes:
Good evening everyone, I'm here on behalf of my nephew. He wanted to study Nursing but his jamb score isn't up to the cutoff (219) but he has a very good O'Level, that is out of 5 important subject, he has 2×A1, 2×B2, and B3, so we are planning to change his course. Below are the list of course I want u to help me suggest that has a good potential and higher rate of employment
1. Radiology
2. Anatomy
3. Physiology
And if you have a good recommendation

Thanks so much.

Radiology might be a good option to consider. However, it’s important to let him be at the centre of the decision. Ask him what he truly wants, so he doesn’t end up studying a course he has no interest in.

Travel › Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 9 by SOPWriter: 12:00pm On Apr 21

DurchessUK:
MBA

You could check out University of Sunderland and Teesside University. They both have impressive yet affordable MBA programs (£17,000 - £20,000 annual tuition).

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 11:25am On Apr 21

Teeore:
Sponsored by parent

In that case, you only need to show the funds required for your first year, while your parents demonstrate adequate financial stability and the capacity to cover your expenses in your subsequent year.

Let me know if you have any more questions.

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 6:24pm On Apr 20

Teeore:
Hi everyone,

What does someone need to put in the study permit field of "Funds available for my stay"?
Total tuition for 2 years + living expenses for 2 years + miscellaneous = ~83,000 CAD, but you don't have that total amount in your account.
Thanks

Are you a sponsored or self-sponsored applicant?

Travel › Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 9 by SOPWriter: 6:21pm On Apr 20

DurchessUK:
Someone should give me the list of affordable schools I can apply to

What's your proposed program and degree/certificate?

Travel › Re: How to Prove Your Ties to Nigeria for a Quick Visa Approval by SOPWriter(op): 5:59pm On Apr 20

MaziOkoro:
I sent you an email please

Apologies for the late response. Would you mind sending a WhatsApp message instead? My contact details are on my profile.

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 4:44pm On Apr 07

henrohero:
I’ll be paying his tuition. I’m his oldest brother

In that case, paying his tuition will significantly strengthen the financial credibility of his application.

Regarding your other questions, he must show a minimum of $22,895 CAD for his living expenses, plus between $2,000 CAD and $3,000 CAD for miscellaneous costs, including travel. That brings the total to approximately $25,000 CAD.

If we convert that to naira, you’ll realize your mother’s ₦25M is just at the baseline of what IRCC requires. This is quite concerning because IRCC always wants to see that a sponsor’s finances are not completely depleted by their commitments.

Therefore, I recommend that your mother increases her available funds slightly, while you proceed with the tuition payment as planned.

Note that paying his school fees makes you a co-sponsor, so anyone covering his expenses must be able to prove the source of their funds.

Wishing you all the best.

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 1:54pm On Apr 07

henrohero:
My brother was recently admitted for his bachelor's degree in Canada. My mom will be his sponsor. She currently has about 25m naira in her account. We should be able to pay his full tuition (25,000 CAD) upfront before applying for his visa. My question is, will paying his full tuition increase his visa chances? Also, will 25m naira be a good POF if the full tuition is paid upfront?

Thank you!

Will the tuition fee be remitted from a different source?

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 8:11pm On Apr 06*

Zico400:
Hello guys, the proof of funds for a Master degree student visa application, should it cover only 1 year or 2 years?

IRCC expects you to show immediate proof of funds for the first year, but you'll need to equally demonstrate your ability to foot your bills for the subsequent year. One major way of doing that is evincing you or your sponsor has a consistent and reliable source of income.

Wishing you good luck with your application

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 10:25am On Apr 06

Chigbo55:
Thank you Boss, I have like 3 Proof of funds to upload but I can only upload one document in the POF section, how can I upload other 2 proof of funds? And if someone has more than one document to upload in a section, how can the person upload them all since one document is meant for each section?

Merge each corresponding document into a single PDF file and upload it to the appropriate section.

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 7:55pm On Apr 05

Chigbo55:
When applying for study permit, in the document checklist I didn't see any section/slot to upload Proof of Funds, SOP etc. Where exactly can someone upload these documents? Or will IRCC request for it later?

No, IRCC will likely not initiate such a request. You should upload your POF to the Proof of Means of Financial Support section, while you combine your SOP with other supporting documents and upload it to your Client Information section.

Wishing you good luck with your application.

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 5:15pm On Apr 05

waledora:
Hi folks,

I am looking for a good college to study Practical Nursing as a PR holder in Ontario. Any lead can help

You might want to check out Conestoga College and Centennial College. Both offer Practical Nursing Programs with quite impressive curricular.

Good luck

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 11:28pm On Apr 01

Ezini:
Thank you so much for your response however my dependents are my mother and my younger sister

They can still accompany you on visitor visas, but you'll need to show stronger ties to Nigeria to prove they will return after your studies. Alternatively, I would advise you to apply alone for now, use them as your family ties back home, and possibly invite them after you've settled in Canada. This is better, considering the recent stringent visa policies being introduced.

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 6:14pm On Mar 30*

Ezini:
I recently stumbled on your page and I must say it is quite revealing and interestingly educative,

Kindly give your opinion on my matter,
As a graduate of Guidance and Counseling with 2:1 what is my best option in diploma courses and how many dependents can go with me

Thanks

Thanks for your kind words, Ezini.

Regarding your question, your 2:1 puts you in a strong position academically, so I think you should opt for a Master's program instead. This is because, unless you fit into certain professional programs like law, health, engineering, or education, spouses of students in diploma or undergraduate programs are generally no longer eligible for an Open Work Permit. The only alternative is a Visitor Visa, which would not allow them to work.

I'm sorry if I wrongly assumed your dependents are your spouse and kids, but the bottom line is, if you want your spouse to be able to work in Canada while you study, a Master's degree is your most reliable path. However, if your dependents are your children, your choice of diploma wouldn't do much harm and they can still accompany you, but they would need either a study permit or a visitor visa, depending on their ages.

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 10:50am On Mar 26

Ibrahim8358:
Good morning everyone
with bachelor of Arts (Education) in English with Second Class (Honours) Lower Division
what's my chance of getting Admission and which school will you recommend for me to seek for an Admission?

If we convert your Nigerian 2:2 to the Canadian scale, it would be around 2.3–2.7/4.0. Meanwhile, most Master’s programs in Canada require a minimum CGPA of 3.0/4.0. So, you might want to focus on Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Certificates at affordable colleges like New Brunswick Community College, Nova Scotia Community College, Conestoga College, etc.

Over the years, and in rare cases, I have encountered 2:2 students who were admitted by the University of Windsor and Memorial University of Newfoundland, but they all had strong GPAs in their final years and a wealth of practical experience as backup.

I hope this guides your decision on what school to choose and your chances.

Good luck

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 10:03am On Mar 26*

Geoawesome:
Hello everyone,

I have a quick question regarding something I find a bit confusing.

I have been admitted to pursue a Master’s program at UNB and have already paid my tuition deposit of 250 CAD (this payment was made from my proof of funds account).

I would like to know if it is okay to pay the remaining tuition balance from a different account (still my personal account) that is not my proof of funds account.

Thank you very much for your guidance.

IRCC's focus is on the total amount available and the legitimacy of your funds, not the specific personal account used to pay your fees. So, focus on demonstrating you have a guaranteed financial capacity and a documented source to back it up.

Wishing you good luck.

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Travel › Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 9 by SOPWriter: 1:20am On Feb 14

Jadue:
Visa alert:
Dependent visa
Biometrics :30th December
SLA: 19th January 2026
Visa alert : 10th February 2026

God has been good and kind to me.

Congratulations 🎉

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 11:15pm On Feb 11

NgumimiT:
Hi Family! it’s good to see the thread still waxing strong and helping so many get positive results.

this thread was incredibly valuable to me in ‘22 when i was applying as a student and i’ve referred many friends here who have also revived their visas and are now in Canada so i’ve been a silent member for years lol.

I now have a question i feel like the gurus here would have the best answers to. a friend applied with what was seemingly an airtight application but received a rejection this morning and she is distraught.

i guess she overproved financial backing in canada, her brother is a citizen, paid her fees in full, opened a GIC with living expenses and she would be staying with him during her studies but her reason for rejection is that her ties to canada are too strong and they’re not convinced she would be returning home after her studies.

so now my question is, how can she prove stronger ties to nigeria? the rest of the family is in nigeria and her original application stated she would be returning to take over their parents school so i’m wondering how else can she prove this? she provided documents like CAC and the like, would it help to have the parents will the school to her? we are totally confused on next steps and would appreciate any insights

thank you all so much

Having a brother who could pay all her fees and expenses upfront, and still house her, made her life in Canada very comfortable. This made it seem like she would not have a reason to ever leave Canada. The situation of Nigeria and its economy didn't help matters either.

Right now, she'll need to prove she has a life in Nigeria that she cherishes more than what Canada could offer her. She should show evidence that proves her life in Nigeria is active, ongoing, and awaiting her return. Rather than flaunting inheritance, she should provide an employment letter or a board resolution letter of appointment and connect the role to her proposed studies. In addition, she can't just provide Certificate of Incorporation and claim she'll return to Nigeria to take over the school's affairs, she also need to prove that its operations are dependent on her presence and highlight how she can contribute to its growth.

These are just a few ways to prove her ties to Nigeria. And remember, demonstrating your intent to return will favour you more in this case than submitting loads of documents.

Wishing you good luck.

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 2:07pm On Feb 07

Spanishmilf:
hello
please my sister studied bio chemistry
2nd class upper. how do we go about the canada student route
link to apply tor school pls and she has a kid and husband
need help pls

I assume you meant she wishes to have her child and husband as dependents, so I would advise a Master's program. Under current stringent rules and considering her intent, this is the most viable option, as a Master's program would grant access to SOWP privileges and allow her husband to work. It will also make her eligible for a 3-year PGWP.

A significant level of financial capacity is also necessary. For a family of three, She'll need proof of funds for first-year tuition plus approximately CAD $45,000 for living and miscellaneous expenses. Study permit aside, the first thing she needs to do now is apply directly through university websites. I recommend starting with affordable options like the University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina, or Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Wishing you good luck.

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 12:14pm On Feb 07

ehiremen2002:
I have a family friend planning for family application for spouse student visa. This is a family of 4. Do they stand more chance or I just the wife apply for her student visa without the family.

Has any one gotten positive decsion for family application

To answer your question, I first need to confirm if your program is eligible for a Spousal Open Work Permit. Is it a Master's, PhD, or a professional degree in fields like Medicine, Law, Engineering, or Nursing?

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 11:58am On Feb 07

coolflame7:
Good day everyone, I studied nursing in Nigeria and am looking to migrate to Canada through the study route. Can anyone suggest programs and schools I can apply to. I was thinking of PSW but I don’t know if it’ll be seen as a career downgrade by a visa officer.

Spending millions of Naira on a PSW program as a Nursing graduate might indeed be viewed as a career downgrade and illogical investment. Why not consider advancing with Graduate Certificates in Nursing Practice or Master of Nursing?

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 6:50pm On Feb 06

Ayo4030:
Good evening everyone.
I applied to MUN since September last year for fall 2026. And I haven't heard from them, please expert what do you advise please?
Course is masters of applied statistics.

That's roughly four months ago, which is quite a while. I recommend you follow up directly with the Graduate Office responsible for the department's admissions.

Email: mathgrad@mun.ca

Ensure you quote your application number and the exact date you submitted your application.

Good luck!

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 10:09am On Feb 05

champeeon:
Good day everyone. I appreciate the good work you're doing on this thread. Please I have a quick question and I'll be glad if anyone has an answer for me.

I graduated with a 2.1 in Fisheries and Aquaculture, but I'm looking to do my masters in Agricultural Economics in Canada. Is this a possible transition? Do you know anyone that has done it before? I've searched on LinkedIn but I've not found any yet. Thank you all.

Fisheries and Agricultural Economics are both within the agri-food sector, so your transition is very much possible. The main academic consideration will be your background in economics. I believe you took Introduction to Economics in your first or second year, so be sure to highlight that on your transcript. If you have any economics-related certifications, you can email them to the graduate office of your school of interest and ask if they would suffice for eligibility. Don't disqualify yourself because you lack a full economics background. Submit your transcripts and any relevant certifications or coursework to the school and let them make the judgment.

Wishing you good luck

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 4:53pm On Jan 31

abimonile97:
Hi Everyone,

I'm a graduate of Accounting and currently in the process of applying for my Canada study visa after 2 previous refusals in 2025 and unfortunately my previous program (Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics) got canceled. I'm now looking for suggestion on which course or program i should take for easier PR Pathway, suitable for my profile as an Accounting graduate and to increase my chances of visa approval.

If anyone has been in a similar situation or has advice on good programs of fields to consider, i'd really appreciate your guidance.

Attach below are the programs suggested by the school.

I am sorry to hear about the visa refusals and the cancellation of your program. Considering your profile and preferences, your strongest options are the IT Project Management (PGCERT) and Technology Management (PGCERT) programs. I would personally advise you to opt for IT Project Management because it builds on your core accounting skills (like budgeting, risk assessment, compliance, etc.) for the implementation of IT projects and can prepare you for tech-focused managerial roles.

Technology Management is also a good choice since it focuses on the business side of tech, but it is not my top recommendation because it aligns more closely with general business management than with a technical role that I believe interests you more. It is a better choice for a Computer Science graduate looking to understand the broader business application of technology than for an accounting graduate who is already knowledgeable about the nitty-gritty of business.

I hope this guides your decision, and I wish you good luck with your career.

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 5:39pm On Jan 30

Babyodesco:
Please i applied for a diploma in early child care in Conestoga College and got email for admissions.
Please I need help on the next phase for the application.
Thank you

Congratulations on your admission. The next stage would be gathering the required documents and applying for your study permit. Could you please confirm if your program is Early Child Care or Early Childhood Education?

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 6:48pm On Jan 29

obawaya:
Brief background: I completed my SSCE in 2018, then in 2022 I gained admission to a university in Benin Republic, but the result was later disqualified by the government, which affected my study plans.

I later moved to Barcelona in May 2024, where I completed a 1-year diploma in Business Management in June 2025. I’m now planning to move into a skilled trade, so I’d appreciate advice on whether this change of field could affect study permit approval and how best to justify the switch.

I’m also working on arranging proof of funds through legitimate means and would appreciate guidance from those who have successfully prepared theirs and @SOPwriter i tried to message you on whatsapp but the number is not connected. i want you to help me structure my SOP

You may have mixed up a number or two. Please review my profile and confirm.

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 6:44pm On Jan 29

obawaya:
Hello everyone,

I’m planning to apply for Fall 2026 study intake in Canada. I’ve already applied to College of the North Atlantic and Nova Scotia Community College for Welding and Fabrication 2years diploma

I’m currently in Barcelona and completed a 1-year diploma in Business Management in June 2025, so I’m switching fields and would like to know if this change of program could affect my study permit application.

I also plan to sponsor my tuition myself but may use my mum as part of proof of funds. I’d appreciate advice on the best legitimate way to prepare proof of funds for visa approval.

Any guidance from those who have gone through the process would be appreciated.

Thank you.

Your skepticism is valid. Switching from Business Management to Welding and Fabrication is indeed a notable career shift, but note that IRCC will not refuse your application solely on this basis unless you are unable to prove the logic behind the change or the goal you highlighted is unreasonable. I would suggest you consider linking the knowledge from your existing diploma to what you stand to gain from the proposed one in Canada. With that, even though there is no academic progression, you can frame them as a bridge toward a potential lucrative venture.

Having your mother as a co-sponsor is not an issue at all, so long as you both can prove your sources of funds and can guarantee a steady income flow for the second year of your program.

Wishing you good luck with your application.

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 10:34pm On Jan 26

zinachidi:
Hi. What is the best recognized supply chain certification in Canada, and then globally.

Thanks

1. Certified Supply Chain Professional offered by ASCM
2. Supply Chain Management Professional offered by Supply Chain Canada.

The former is globally recognized, while the latter is predominant in Canada.

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 1:40pm On Jan 26*

Kelyzo1:
Hello,

I am new here and I am planning to go through the study route.

I have a 2.2 in Mechanical/production Engineering but my agent is advising me to go for Graduate certificate in Supply chain management- logistics automation. That they many opportunities in this field over in Canada

Please folks over there, Kindly advise .

Thanks

This is my problem with agents. Whatever is worth doing is worth doing well. A Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management would likely make your agent's work and admission application easier but might make your PR pursuit harder and even question your logical career progression.

You are already in the STEM field (regardless of your class of degree) and Mechanical Engineers are in higher demand in Canada than SCM professionals. So, with your current grade in mind, I would advise you to research certificate programs in applied Mechatronics, Robotics, or Advanced Manufacturing.

Here are some programs I would recommend:

1. Centennial College - Automation and Robotics - Fast-Track

2. Conestoga College - Process Quality Engineering (Graduate Certificate)

3. Fanshawe College - Aerospace Operations Management (Graduate Certificate)

These courses maintain your career and academic progression, and they keep you within STEM, which is instrumental for your PR.

I hope this helps you make the right decision.

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 4:34pm On Jan 25

leinadfem:
Many thanks Sir/Ma
I’ll do as advised.

You're welcome! 🤗

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 4:33pm On Jan 25

Alyssaxo:
Thank you for your feedback. I will checkout out the schools listed. Please can I contact you for more information?

You're very welcome! Yes, you can do that with the contact info on my profile.

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