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Re: Thread For PHD Students by PtitLapin(f): 9:30am On Dec 19, 2014
sirRiddy:
My sister is aspiring to study Law. She is 18 but not yet in school. She has secured admission into Ife though. I am a tad worried about the career prospects in her discipline as I do not really have anyone who can mentor her around. I know Law is a prestigious discipline and that she is ardent on becoming a preeminent advocate in the future, I just do not want her to make the wrong decisions. She is into cosmetology now pending the time her school resumes for a new session in May. What is your advice on how to maximize her potentials as a law student? I would appreciate a well detailed recommendation, ma. Thanks.

Ife is an awesome school and she has so much time to become a great advocate! My advice would be to work hard at her LLB and while at it, she should do some volunteer work at a Law Firm or an NGO (if she is into human rights). Volunteering while studying will give her a feel of what her future career can potentially involve. She can specialize in a particular area of Law after that. Another thing I would say is that information is very important. When I decided to specialize in Law, I focused on international human rights law, which I love but I was also ignorant of the many other aspects. When I did my LLM, I met classmates who were doing cyber law, sports law, environmental law and I even have a classmate that is a lawyer for Givenchy (we are all jealous of her hahahahaha). There are so many aspects of Law that your sister specialize in (in the future) smiley

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by Nobody: 9:35am On Dec 19, 2014
Thank you ma for your conscientious response, so grateful.
I would try my best to make her stay focused while in school, as there are lot of distractions now for young individuals. I hope she comes out of school with good grades.
What caught my fancy is the 'volunteering' thing you mentioned. Do you know she can be privy to such opportunities? Do you know specific sites she should keep tabs on? Are there some practical steps she can take to improve her chances of getting good ones? I know the importance of experience and would be grateful if you state how you feel she can get this while in school without hampering her grades.
She is a self motivated individual with a nice personality, but we all know what one does not know, one does not know. Thank you ma.
PtitLapin:


Ife is an awesome school and she has so much time to become a great advocate! My advice would be to work hard at her LLB and while at it, she should do some volunteer work at a Law Firm or an NGO (if she is into human rights). Volunteering while studying will give her a feel of what her future career can potentially involve. Another thing I would say is that information is very important. When I decided to specialize in Law, I focused on international human rights law, which I love but I was also unaware of the m
Re: Thread For PHD Students by youngice(m): 9:36am On Dec 19, 2014
pacesetter939:

I am a FUTOITE as well. The 'insiders' information you claim to provide is laced with falsehood. Like I opined earlier, FUTO is far beyond EEE & SEET; sort out your difficulties with EEE & desist from coming to a public fora as this to sour the great image of my alma mater. I've seen what obtains in other universities & I can tell you that I'm proud to a be FUTOITE.
No p go and spend 4 yrs doing masters

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by tadeibk: 9:44am On Dec 19, 2014
Bsc. Biochemistry
M.sc Biochemistry- molecular drug metabolism and toxicology
phD hopefully next 6 years.
My academic goal is to be nominated among Nobel prize contender in physiology and medicine.

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by fapcrook(m): 9:45am On Dec 19, 2014
adioolayi:

Are u a PhD student too?
No, my mama is at Funaab. She is in her 3rd year this session
Re: Thread For PHD Students by PtitLapin(f): 9:50am On Dec 19, 2014
sirRiddy:
Thank you ma for your conscientious response, so grateful.
I would try my best to make her stay focused while in school, as there are lot of distractions now for young individuals. I hope she comes out of school with good grades.
What caught my fancy is the 'volunteering' thing you mentioned. Do you know she can be privy to such opportunities? Do you know specific sites she should keep tabs on? Are there some practical steps she can take to improve her chances of getting good ones? I know the importance of experience and would be grateful if you state how you feel she can get this while in school without hampering her grades.
She is a self motivated individual with a nice personality, but we all know what one does not know, one does not know. Thank you ma.

In terms of volunteering, it is a quick way to start up her CV. Many young people in Nigeria want to go straight to a job (which is alright) but volunteer work is a great way to build knowledge and networks. NGOs are always looking for extra hands, especially on legal issues. Law Firms (the prestigious ones) might also be open to volunteers but sadly in Nigeria, you have to know someone in order to ask around about such opportunities. In case it is international volunteer experience she is looking for, there are so many options available and she doesn't need to know anyone prior to applying. I was able to volunteer at international NGOs and do an internship with the UN by simple online applications. She is only 18 and I dare say that opportunities for her will be much more, the key is to keep searching and keep an open mind!

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by Nobody: 10:01am On Dec 19, 2014
9ce thread...
B.sc- Agricultural Economics
M.Sc- Environmental Resource Economics
Actually,have this phobia for calculations,not because I can't crack them quite alright;bt I"m just being kinda laid back and when it comes to calculations;will rather read,research and analyse theories hence my deviation from the whole economics things. However fellows,I"m thinking of deviating to environmental management for my Phd,cos of its versatility in job prospects and all also seriously looking @ environmental impact assessment,please will also like any suggestions from fellows on areas that are closely related...thanks

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by TonySpike: 10:02am On Dec 19, 2014
I just rounded up my Doctorate degree in Electronic Engineering with specialization in Queueing theory applications in communication systems operating at microwave bands.

It was a crazy period in my life as I had to combine disciplines such as probability theory, non-Markovian queueing systems, meteorology, atmospheric physics, information theory and advanced digital communications in a rare way. To upcoming PhD candidates, I'd say be original and novel in your methodological approach to research. And publish, publish, publish to give your research a wider audience!!!

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by topearos(m): 10:02am On Dec 19, 2014
aloeeverhealth:
BSc Sociology,

MSc Sciology

PHD medical Sociology I'm view.

Iv started and looking for sponsorship
I know an associate Prof. that can supervise your phd in medical sociology if you are in southwestern region.
Re: Thread For PHD Students by Nobody: 10:20am On Dec 19, 2014
I will pm you ma. Hope you will be able to create some time for some mentoring? And hope you are in lagos too?
Thanks.
PtitLapin:


In terms of volunteering, it is a quick way to start up her CV. Many young people in Nigeria want to go straight to a job (which is alright) but volunteer work is a great way to build knowledge and networks. NGOs are always looking for extra hands, especially on legal issues. Law Firms (the prestigious ones) might also be open to volunteers but sadly in Nigeria, you have to know someone in order to ask around about such opportunities. In case it is international volunteer experience she is looking for, there are so many options available and she doesn't need to know anyone prior to applying. I was able to volunteer at international NGOs and do an internship with the UN by simple online applications. She is only 18 and I dare say that opportunities for her will be much more, the key is to keep searching and keep an open mind!
Re: Thread For PHD Students by ryd3(m): 10:25am On Dec 19, 2014
Keneking:


Consider studying at the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies in Kuru after earning your doctorate degree. All the best!
We need high flyers that can change our society. What say you?


Thanks, would definitely add that on my to do list. Appreciate the push though
Re: Thread For PHD Students by adioolayi(m): 10:27am On Dec 19, 2014
fapcrook:
No, my mama is at Funaab. She is in her 3rd year this session
OK....you will agree with me that at this level we don't usually go to school everyday. Have not started my bench work....we fit jam one day ..takia bro
Re: Thread For PHD Students by phabulous88(m): 10:40am On Dec 19, 2014
SirShymex:


Are you an international student? It's somewhat difficult for home students to get funding for PhD courses out here - so with international students, I doubt you would be entitled to anything. I think it has to do with the system and, the experience in the industry, and professional qualifications are put on a higher pedestal - than degrees. You're lucky they didn't ask you to take another MSc. in your prospective field cos that is the prerequisite, at most of the top Unis - especially LSE, and Imperial College.

Anyway, rather than keep waiting for a fully funded scholarship out here, you're better off going to America, or Canada. Most of the PhD courses out there are fully funded by the Unis. And in cases where the Unis can't provide the funding/stipends, an advisor would do it for you. However, with America, it seems you have to take GRE exams.

Yea I was an international student. Its pretty much difficult to get a studentship and even if you do, what you get is the home rate (UK rate); you'll still have to pay the differential fee which is sometimes upto £9000 per year.

GRE is not the problem (I'm extremely brilliant, intelligent and smart grin ), the issue to me is the number of years required to complete a PhD in the US or CA. 6 years no be beans!
Re: Thread For PHD Students by bunlizlaw(f): 10:47am On Dec 19, 2014
Wow! This is a kind of thread I love to be associated with on NL.
I have a B.A.(Ed) English Language &Literature, M.A (English Language)-I will be through in January by God's grace and I intend to proceed for my PhD immediately(Although I desire to do it abroad,preferably in the US).
My research interests are in English Syntax (Advanced Transformational Grammar) and Phonology.I will appreciate any advice given to me on this forum. Thanks

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by PtitLapin(f): 10:52am On Dec 19, 2014
sirRiddy:
I will pm you ma. Hope you will be able to create some time for some mentoring? And hope you are in lagos too?
Thanks.

Unfortunately, I am not in Lagos right now, but for the future, who knows? However, I am happy to offer any information I have smiley
Your sister is lucky to have you looking out for her future like this, most people don't have that type of support!
Re: Thread For PHD Students by ryd3(m): 10:54am On Dec 19, 2014
GboyegaD:
ND - Statistics (Nigeria)
HND - Statistics (Nigeria)
BSc - Economics (Nigeria)
MS - Economic Research (USA)
PhD - Economics (Canada) 2nd year. Area of Interest: Trade, and Public Finance.



Oga show us way make we come canada o. Could you pls list number of schools u wld recommend for PhD based on weather, costs and naijarability of such schools. Thanks

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by lyvin: 10:54am On Dec 19, 2014
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Re: Thread For PHD Students by fapcrook(m): 11:06am On Dec 19, 2014
adioolayi:
OK....you will agree with me that at this level we don't usually go to school everyday. Have not started my bench work....we fit jam one day ..takia bro
ok , u too
Re: Thread For PHD Students by Nobody: 11:19am On Dec 19, 2014
I have sent you a pm now but will not be able to reply you because I do not have access to my mails since my laptop crashed. Thanks and good luck with your aspirations too.
PtitLapin:


Unfortunately, I am not in Lagos right now, but for the future, who knows? However, I am happy to offer any information I have smiley
Your sister is lucky to have you looking out for her future like this, most people don't have that type of support!
Re: Thread For PHD Students by chemashie(m): 11:26am On Dec 19, 2014
abron25:


My work entails building architectures by utilising coordination chemistry and supramolecular interactions between metal acceptors and donor organic ligands.....which are synthesized from every available chemistry methods. It is called self - assembly reactions. I am delving into the use of metalloligands for heterometallic architectures.
Great! We are both on the same page. We also insert transition metals into the cavity of phthalocyanine molecules. I am using Indium, Galium, Zinc and lead as my transition metals due to their heavy atom effects. Getting a good solvent system for purification is a huge task for complex molecules.
Re: Thread For PHD Students by chemashie(m): 11:28am On Dec 19, 2014
Cindino20:


Thats nice ...its physical vapour deposition,kind off suitable for making thin film coatings for optical and elctro optical components.

The spin coating can be messy for me, I prefer using drop dry method. Most reviewers frown at the drop dry method though.
Re: Thread For PHD Students by Nobody: 11:45am On Dec 19, 2014
B.A History and International Studies (UNAD)
M.A History and Strategic Studies (UNILAG)
PHD........Applied to UNILAG, writing proposal but getting discouraged



cos i have applied for several AL positions and was never called, andd have a family. currently looking elsewhere to geta job and move on with my life in other field.

Any advise?
Re: Thread For PHD Students by ogirma: 11:57am On Dec 19, 2014
Nice thread
Mine is
BsC- Sociology
Msc - Sociology
Phd- am thinking of Medical sociology, but don't know where to get a credible Supervisor n school from the Northern part of Nigeria *Northcentral* specifically
And pls if it is going abroad what are the processes
Re: Thread For PHD Students by Nobody: 12:16pm On Dec 19, 2014
TonySpike:
I just rounded up my Doctorate degree in Electronic Engineering with specialization in Queueing theory applications in communication systems operating at microwave bands.

It was a crazy period in my life as I had to combine disciplines such as probability theory, non-Markovian queueing systems, meteorology, atmospheric physics, information theory and advanced digital communications in a rare way. To upcoming PhD candidates, I'd say be original and novel in your methodological approach to research. And publish, publish, publish to give your research a wider audience!!!

What's good, Tony?

Proud of you, brother. Congrats. wink

Send me links to the research papers you published.
Re: Thread For PHD Students by PtitLapin(f): 12:40pm On Dec 19, 2014
sirRiddy:
I have sent you a pm now but will not be able to reply you because I do not have access to my mails since my laptop crashed. Thanks and good luck with your aspirations too.

I have problems accessing messages sent on Nairaland for some reason, I checked my emails but there isn't any message undecided
All the best!
Re: Thread For PHD Students by Theyjih: 12:59pm On Dec 19, 2014
+ Bsc .
+ Dvm
+ Residency [ surgery ] & Neuropharmacology PhD. (in view ) with interest in Alzheimer's, schizophrenia / zoobiquity
slow & steady wins the " telephone-like pay raise"

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by FutureDon(m): 1:01pm On Dec 19, 2014
Following with keen interest. Chaii, people sabi book for this nairaland ooo.

BSc
MSc
PhD in view ..

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by GboyegaD(m): 1:15pm On Dec 19, 2014
ryd3:


Oga show us way make we come canada o. Could you pls list number of schools u wld recommend for PhD based on weather, costs and naijarability of such schools. Thanks

The good thing is that most (if not all) PhD programs in Canada comes with 4years guaranteed funding subject to certain conditions however, the funding amount varies from year to year even within a department and institution. As for province, most provinces are generally cold there are apparels for each season. As for recognition of degrees from Nigeria, from my observation, the science oriented ones with a Nigerian Masters degree are most times accepted directly into PhD while the non sciences in most cases are not. The reason for this is because the science oriented courses are practical based thus, the research are same everywhere in the world and for non science, we have a very different curriculum from theirs.

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Re: Thread For PHD Students by dabgr: 1:16pm On Dec 19, 2014
So good to know that nairaland.com has a thread for PhD career minded persons
Bsc Medical Laboratory Science (Nigeria)
MSc Pharmaceutical Science (UK)
PhD Pharmaceutical Microbiology (Nigeria) in view
Actually I'm booked already for a PhD interview soon. Advice from current PhD students regarding oral PhD interview will be welcome. Thanks
Re: Thread For PHD Students by Nobody: 1:25pm On Dec 19, 2014
Check the signature on my profile, you will find my mail address there. Please send me a mail, even if it is a blank one. Once i repair my system, I would send you a reply. Thanks.
PtitLapin:


I have problems accessing messages sent on Nairaland for some reason, I checked my emails but there isn't any message undecided
All the best!
Re: Thread For PHD Students by FutureDon(m): 1:29pm On Dec 19, 2014
Priceless24:
Why don't you apply to Canada as well, you have a better chance of getting PhD funding there. Over bias dey worry UK people

Very true. The main reason I didn't apply to any UK uni for PhD.
Re: Thread For PHD Students by Plshavmercyamen: 1:50pm On Dec 19, 2014
9jacrip:


U.I
All the best

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