Supermum:


I'm not sure what that means to a PhD but it is relevant to a master's ( came across it in the Master's degree guideline). You might want to send an email to your intended school to clarify.
What I am aware of is Candidacy Examination for PhD students.

ayoshyne:
Hi guys, I did my medicals with IOM on the 10th september and communicated with them some days later and was told the report has been sent to CIC on the 15th. However, till date I haven't heard from CIC which got me confused if I passed or not.

From the trend on here it seems like folks do get medical passed alert from CIC after two days. Any suggestions pls....

ayoshyne:
Hi guys, I did my medicals with IOM on the 10th september and communicated with them some days later and was told the report has been sent to CIC on the 15th. However, till date I haven't heard from CIC which got me confused if I passed or not.

From the trend on here it seems like folks do get medical passed alert from CIC after two days. Any suggestions pls....

boboyi247:



you can check the status of your application through this link
www.vfsglobal.ca/Canada/Ghana/track_your_application.html

ayooluwatoni:

Relax, looks like CIC is taking rest after the crazy peak period that just passed. It's been taking more time to grant trv after medicals....unlike before that took 2 to 7 days after they received medical result.
Just calm down, and u'll be fine.

ralfudoh:
You can still apply to some colleges but you might end up finding yourself in the rush hour. So these are my suggestions, apply to a school with two years program, while you are waiting for their offer, you use one of the colleges now and process your visa and by the time you get to canny you can switch schools. Or alternatively you can do two different one year programs with a view to get your post graduate work permit.

doubled123:
I studied Marine Sciences in Unilag. Applied for MSc. Animal Science. Its complete deviation I know but I like the course.
why did you ask??

Futurewiser:
HELLO Guys.. which among this 2 province in Canada will you advise in terms of good job prospects for international students and easier PR ??
1. Manitoba
2. Saskatchewan

steffans:
Please how long does it take for passport pick up from the date one gets approval mail?

TALK2FABO:
Fund available will be rent plus miscellaneous expenses. To be at the safe side take rent to be $1000 and other expenses to be $350 per month then multiply it by the number of months your program will cover.

romefe:

I think it depend on the type of application. For PNP is not more than two weeks.

Supermum:

I'm studying for a PhD. You can ask your questions.

anonymoussss:
Hello people!
I am 20years of age and I am applying for my masters in Canada, my brother will be the one sponsoring me . I just completed my Bsc few months ago. My question nw is that will my age be a factor? And also considering with the fact that I have no work experience.
Would really appreciate your response and also additional tips. Thanks
cc Justwise

Pinkcandy97:


If it is undergraduate, do we multiply for all the 4 years?

benefe:

Hi Supermum, I will like to know when the school says PhD comprehensive exam what do they actually mean?
Thanks

afroxyz:


Hi supermum. I intend studying for my PhD in Canada. Please I would like to know how possible it is getting a lecturing job there after the programme as this is my passion.

freeR1:
Hey Bosses, How can I get a copy of my application file from CIC?

Onyeoma3:


PhD comprehensive exam is a compulsory exam for PhD students 2 years into their programs. One has to prepare very well for it cos of you fail to pass, you won't be able to proceed to complete your program.

You're typically tested in all areas of the course you're studying, and you're questioned till your breaking point (more like drilling) but not to fail you. It's more intense than PhD thesis defense.

Finally, the good news is that if you prepare well, you must pass it.

Cc: supermum

Supermum:


Experiences differ with CIC and timelines. Just keep your hopes up. You will get your passport request in no time.

montrealer:
I think you just highlighted some of things that some other NLers have tried to point out in the past.

Getting an admission doesn't depend only on your grades, it's the whole package: your grades, your experience, your knowledge of the field of study, your ability to research & to develop a favorable rapport with the academic advisor.

I'm glad you got the information you needed. As for those who promote PGD, don't blame them. They speak from their experience. Some applied to several Masters programs and were denied thus their reason for counseling others not to try. As for your friends who were denied masters admission following PGD, I'm sure there are other variables that contribute
As @thesoj mentioned, I'm at McGill and open to help.

All the best with your admn & TRV process

Onyeoma3:


PhD comprehensive exam is a compulsory exam for PhD students 2 years into their programs. One has to prepare very well for it cos of you fail to pass, you won't be able to proceed to complete your program.

You're typically tested in all areas of the course you're studying, and you're questioned till your breaking point (more like drilling) but not to fail you. It's more intense than PhD thesis defense.

Finally, the good news is that if you prepare well, you must pass it.

Cc: supermum

Supermum:


Thanks @ Onyeoma3. Sounds like Candidacy exams to me- has an oral and written part, done within 24 months of the start of the PhD program etc