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Guys any update?

Does this mean there is hope for those who tried to log in with their pin but instead were told they have not been shortlisted for the next stage of the scholarship application?

meetanwo:
This is a PTDF Publication done today

FURTHER UPDATE ON PTDF 2019/2020 SCHOLARSHIP

This is to notify candidates that applied for the 2019/2020 PTDF Scholarship Schemes that the screening process is on-going. Upon completion, the full list of shortlisted candidates for the interview phase will be published on PTDF website.  The public will be duly notified in national daily Newspapers and other media platforms.

Candidates are therefore advised to disregard any information purporting that the screening and shortlist of candidates have been concluded by PTDF.

Press and External Relations,

PTDF

As a prospective masters degree student, you have to have a broad area of research that you are very passionate about. So you could read up on it, and if asked, just talk (tangentially) around it. At this stage you might not need to speak about the nitty-gritty of that research area, but just mention it (if asked), so as to show that you are not clueless.

daudmd:
Thank you for the reply.
But what I am asking is we have no research area we only had statement of purpose?

Hello Brother, I would like to ask you a few questions about this if your don't mind. My email is oadeniji1@gmail.com, please in box me your email so I can contact you. Thanks brother.

Socratez20:
Guys thank you so much for all your advice, I improved on my extracurriculars, published two papers, wrote excellent essays and eventually got a fully funded scholarship in UK.


From here I will make attempt at other top shots and opportunities.


Anyone can be successful if they're willing to pay the price plus the God factor.

Hello Ellacity, please I would like to ask you some questions. Could you send your email to oadeniji1@gmail.com? I would really appreciate your response.
Regards.

Ellacity:
Well I cant rule that out as well. Just don't say its over until its really over. Last year, some people got email but were unable to choose a center and later they were told that they weren't shortlisted. and some got email even when they werent shortlisted ab-inition, Just keep your hope alive and dont hit much on yourself. Remember, there is always another day.

Dear Friends,
I have a question please. I am about to commence an Mphil in Transportation in Nigeria. After the Mphil, is there any possibility of getting funding (i.e full scholarship) to do the PhD itself in any good school (possibly in Germany, UK, US or Canada)? I mean if I am able to get very good grades upon completion of the Mphil?
I have a first degree in Urban and Regional Planning, and a Masters in Environmental pollution control. The prospective
Mphil, as I stated earlier, is in Transportation.
Thanks guys...

Please is there anyway I can get unlimited coins and gems for cooking fever? I really love the game, but I can't keep up with the demands for gems to buy cooking equipment. Thanks guys!

Please did you submit recommendation letter? Or is it after selection?
Thanks...

Please do I need to submit recommendation letter now? Or after the selection.
Thank you.

oke48:
I understand how painful this can be but don't give up on your dreams. I am new here but I can for sure give you some advice on securing a scholarship, but that would be highly dependent on your previous academic strength/performance. I have a few questions for you?

(1) What discipline are you?

(2) Where did you obtain your BSc and MSc?

(3) What are your grades?

I don't expect you to reply here but you can PM me if you want further conversation.

Good luck

Pls send me your email address, mine is oadeniji1@gmail.com
Thanks for your concern.

I emailed BTU and got a response today saying that although tuition is free, they require students to have secured scholarship before agreeing to supervise the prospective PhD students. They claim it is because the course is very intense and cannot afford the distraction of working/side-hustle. It really ruined my mood because I expected some kind of monthly stipend or assistance for PhD students as is the case in some institutions. I feel really discouraged and confused.
Doing the PhD in Germany would be amazing, but I don't think i can afford the monthly stipend required for survival. God dey. One love guys!

ajeleseujn:
Your bsc gpa is safe for admission. The minimum gpa on a German grading scale for admission is 2.5, and yours should be within the range of 2.2 - 2.3 which is good.

For your admission process, check for schools that have your intend program, send a mail to their international office desk or to the department directly, I am sure they will reply you and give you the necessary steps to follow.

Viel Glück

Thanks brother... Will get to work immediately. Blessings on us all!

dailydolar:
bros you can't do PhD without MSC so since na bsc u get then go for MSC except your message no clear. Well for the staffs go to the schools web page you will see the staffs details but try contact there international office so you get more info

Calm down, no be fight. First of all, I'm a woman. Secondly, I have an msc, I'm only asking because in the end, the class of the first degree is always vital. I only wanted to have an idea about the generally acceptable GPA for admission into most of their schools. Take am easy abeg. One love guys!

Pls guys I need urgent advice. I am considering doing a PhD in Germany because i just learnt that it is tuition free.
I finished with a 2.2 (3.37); please what are my chances? I intend on doing something in environmental sciences.
I checked online, and I discovered that I need to have a potential supervisor before PhD admission can be given, but after checking the website of some schools, I found out that they don't display their staff profile, so I do not even know where to start from. Can PhD students currently in Germany kindly contact me. I would be very grateful. I
Thanks all...

ajeleseujn:
I will suggest that you visit this thread https://www.nairaland.com/3941544/general-german-student-visa-enquiries/405 for a quick and prompt response to your questions.

Good morning

Thanks brother... I really appreciate.

I studied in Germany. Started from undergraduate school. I speak fluent German and know much about school and work in Germany. If you have any questions, be it about English or Deutsch in Germany, l would be glad to answer.

For a starter, University education is free.

Please I know this comment is about 5 yrs old, but I need urgent advice. I am considering doing a PhD in Germany because i just learnt that it is tuition free.
I finished with a 2.2 (3.37); please what are my chances? I intend doing something in environmental sciences. I can be reached on oadeniji1@gmail.com
Thanks all...

yakbauer:
I got ur mail, but replying via email is kinda hard so I think it's best I put it up here for others to benefit based on my experience with d China/France/Germany application.
- For PhD applicantion, no attention was paid to my SOP as with others that did theirs before me (mine was on Fri 13/4/18).
- secondly, the panel that interviewed me consisted of a female prof of biological sciences, a Dr that was a DD in NOSDRA, a staff from FCC and another Dr who was a beneficiary of d scheme (meaning he got his PhD via ptdf scholarship), my research area was environmental sciences, but both science & Mgt were collapsed into one panel.
- I was asked for some documents, not all though, only BSc, MSC, Awards and publications, that's all.
- I was allowed to present my proposal verbally, after which questions were asked, most questions revolved around details of ur writeup, like method of sample collection, indicators, applications & viability of ur research, etc.
LESSONS LEARNT
- Know your research proposal very well, some questions are quite obvious and will come from there, they might just want to confirm you wrote it yourself.
- the rule was the proposal shouldn't be more than 5 pages, although no penalty if it's more, but I advise u keep to d 5-7 pages, not just coz of d rules, but coz you'll be able to memorise every page and also more write up will def give d panel more questions to ask.
- I was told by d prof that my ptdf award for MSC, will not be considered as an award, but they consider awards like best graduating student, any award in d office for outstanding performance, best project etc
- I didn't have any publications so I just told them I didn't have any
- I think everything from ur WAEC to grade of BSC & Masters, all have marks, also awards and publications will also have marks, ideally certifications should too and relevant work experience.
- if u do not have any awards or publications you're still qualified but ur marks won't be up to those with qualifications.
- selecting preferred centre of interview really doesn't have any effect, it's just for ease, unlike that of BEA that made ppl travel from one part of d country to d other.
- finally, this thing is basically a competition with ppl from ur state, the best in my state might have just a BSC & 2.2, while the worst in another state might have a first class in BSC, distinction in Masters, with awards and publications. So it's relative. I was told by some sources that The interview itself carries only 20marks, (pls is hearsay and not certain).
I hope this helps. All d best to all applicants, may God Bless our hustle.

Thank you so much. I have learnt a thing or two from your write up.

Luvantidote:
Every tip u need is in the G/F/C thread. However, I'll share mine all d same. They were more interested in my academic awards and publications. The only real question the panelist asked was, "Why do u want a master's degree when you've achieved so much already?" He proceeded to ask, "Do u hv experience in ur choosen research area? What made you choose that particular area?" My interview was not up to 5mins. Ur awards are extremely necessary! Do well to take all of them with u. Publications are a plus too. Buh most importantly, let's make it to the interview stage of this particular one first, then we can share more tips

Thank you for your time.

polyma:
Source please?

Dear Polyma,

Please can you send me an email about helpful tips for the interview. I applied for the UK scholarship (PhD). The thing is I don't have publications or national awards..
Any advice would be helpful. Thank you.
My email is oadeniji1@gmail.com.

Luvantidote:
I've done d interview already.

Please can you share one or two tips, or you can email me, whichever you prefer. Thank you.

Luvantidote:
I wonder who's feeding u the lie that it is not safe to edit your application. I edited mine more than seven times yet I got an interview invite for G/F/C. Get a good network, then possibly try editing in d nyt when d site traffic will be considerably low. Always make sure to click 'submit' each time u edit ur application.

Please kindly let us know what to expect during the interview, after you have attended yours.
Thank You.

motivationspika:
only 5 relevant subjects including english and maths

Please did you apply for the China, and France Scholarship earlier in the year? Would like to get some useful tips from you.

Thanks

BrightFuture48:
YES! No Lagos on the list, Ibadan was choosen for SW zone. You choose the one you feel comfortable with among the list.

PTDF scholarship criteria give rooms for 2.2 with relevant work experience. Some schools do relax their stuff also based on that as well, if you have experience on the course you want to study. Though is good to look for school that with ACCEPT 2.2 to be on safer side.

Good luck!

Thanks Bright Future!

Please I noticed that there is no Lagos center. Or is it just me?
Also, there is an issue bothering me my people. I finished with a 2.2, and most of the 15 listed schools, when I went to their websites, I realised they usually specify 2.1 or first class, so why is the scholarship asking for 2.2s to apply, when the schools are saying differently.
Thank you all.

petlaz:
28th April, 2018

Thanks Friend...

Dear Friends,
Please when does the application close? I am yet to apply.
Blessings to us all...

Dear friends,
I would be applying for the UK ptdf scholarship. I have an msc in environmental pollution control. Please, any useful words of advice would be highly appreciated. I wish us all success.

chidacris:
Please any news from for regarding another batch of aptitude test for those still having "pending application submission""

I just called on behalf of my friend whose application is still showing pending, just to calm her down, and I was told that there would be a second batch to commence at a date that would be communicated to them.

motivationspika:
Current affairs: 'who won the PDP Chairmanship tussle between two factions at the supreme court'

Ahmed Makarfi

Please let us discuss current affairs 2017, as against the exam... Thanks house

ELAGAIE:
I hav sent GMAT 2015 edition to u

Kindly send me
Thanks...

Please guys, I have never done a dragnet exam before... Would you term it difficult or tricky? Can you walk me through the format of dragnet exams generally? I mean, if they have quantitative and verbal or what have you... I would appreciate all contributions!
Please I would also appreciate past dragnet questions for those who have it... Thanks (oadeniji1@gmail.com)