TheGreat342:
Hello,

I will be applying to University of Calgary and I am interested in M.Sc. Biostatistics which is in the college of medicine, department of Community Health Science. My first degree program is in Mathematics.

I have read the thread and I saw some GCSM note of inconsistency of the course of study.

Let us assume I have being admitted and I want to apply for TRV. How will I convince the VO informing him/her that Biostatistics is a collaborative program between Mathematics and Statistics and the College of medicine.

Pls epp mi

Mathematics and Biostatistics are inconsistent in my opinion and knowledge. The VO was right.

Biostatistics is a specialization in Public Health/ Community health, Epidemiology.. It deals with rates, health statistics, health related data...
Mathematics is totally different. It's a department of its own.

In simple terms, Biostatistics is a health course while mathematics is an abstract science.
You can even see the are not in the same Faculty.
I did some level of Biostatistics during my Baccalaureate program, I know what I'm talking about and I'm in the health/medical profession.

Does University of Calgary offer Biostatistics as a collaborative program of Mathematics and statistics ?? Or you're making your own assertions and assumptions

Congratulations.
Please has anybody been able to track his or her application online?
The tracking system is not working. It keep saying NO RECORD FOUND and I noticed this late October.
If we cannot track our applications, how do we know if our TRVs are approved or not?
Thanks all.

Adekunmi92:


Same here oooo,I applied 26th of sept

Dear let us wait ending cos is like they are attending to August applicant now I applied 8sept today is 2months I applied

You are wrong bro. This person should be able to prepare a detailed SoP why he wanna do MSc Biostatistics. They prefer to admit a candidate with strong mathematical background. Who tell you say mathematics na abstract science?

University of Saskatchewan said it is a collaborative program between maths and stat. I believe other schools will say that too.

From my prediction, I think the above moniker is a medical student who doesn't know the relationship between applied mathematics or statistics and Biostatistics. Biostatistics includes design of biological experiments, collection, summarisation and analysis of data. Is the above not related to Statistics?

Google, please come to our aid ooo... Lol

Mcowubaba:

Mathematics and Biostatistics are inconsistent in my opinion and knowledge. The VO was right.

Biostatistics is a specialization in Public Health/ Community health, Epidemiology.. It deals with rates, health statistics, health related data...
Mathematics is totally different. It's a department of its own.

In simple terms, Biostatistics is a health course while mathematics is an abstract science.
You can even see the are not in the same Faculty.
I did some level of Biostatistics during my Baccalaureate program, I know what I'm talking about and I'm in the health/medical profession.

Does University of Calgary offer Biostatistics as a collaborative program of Mathematics and statistics ?? Or you're making your own assertions and assumptions

oluwamalik:
Congratulations.
Please has anybody been able to track his or her application online?
The tracking system is not working. It keep saying NO RECORD FOUND and I noticed this late October.
If we cannot track our applications, how do we know if our TRVs are approved or not?
Thanks all.

It has been like that for some time now, did you try linking your application online?

Igbouwanile:


You didnt write the program Oladesuk is going for emma?

The College there signifies PGD/PGC.

Ajibade105:
You are wrong bro. This person should be able to prepare a detailed SoP why he wanna do MSc Biostatistics. They prefer to admit a candidate with strong mathematical background. Who tell you say mathematics na abstract science?

University of Saskatchewan said it is a collaborative program between maths and stat. I believe other schools will say that too.

From my prediction, I think the above moniker is a medical student who doesn't know the relationship between applied mathematics or statistics and Biostatistics. Biostatistics includes design of biological experiments, collection, summarisation and analysis of data. Is the above not related to Statistics?

Google, please come to our aid ooo... Lol

Mathematics uses the principles of abstraction and logic, therefore it is an abstract science . https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mathematics

Biostatistics as you already said includes design of biological experiments, collection, summarisation and analysis of data.
A knowledge in Health/Epidemiology is Absolutely required for Biostatistics.
Biostatistics as I said earlier simply deals with HEALTH DATA
Oga I never said Biostatistics is not related to Statistics, in your hastened effort to "correct" me, I guess you didn't read my summation properly.
I only compared Biostatistics and Mathematics which the subject in question did.

The person who asked the question is a Graduate of Mathematics who wants to apply for Biostatistics In University of Calgary not Saskatchewan.

Most schools wouldn't say that Biostatistics is a collaborative program between Mathematics and statistics.
Biostatistics is an Option/specialization in the field of Public Health/Community health/Epidemiology, it is not even a Course of its own in most cases, it is usually under the specialization in Epidemiology/Public Health.

The University of Alberta, University of Manitoba nd many others don't offer Biostatistics on its own, to do Biostatistics you will have to register for a Public Health program, then choose Biostatistics as a specialization.

I did Biostatistics for 3 years during my Baccalaureate program, I also did Mathematics at some point in my life, The are NOT the same thing AT ALL...
I also did Biostatistics during my Masters, Oga I know what I'm talking about.

I think you're the person who needs not just Google but also Wikipedia https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biostatistics

I only offer information to the best of my ability in this thread. I don't argue here. I argue only in Politics section
So don't expect any other reply from me on this issue.
Peace.

Mikymiko:
The College there signifies PGD/PGC.

Okay Mikymiko

Morning guys.
I reapplied on the 31st of August 2016.
Yes I have tried linking my application but the response I got was 'NO RECORD FOUND'.
I don tire for them o...

If you have done mathematics before is different from if you did mathematics as a discipline. Saying mathematics is the use of the principle(s) of abstract and logic doesn't make it a abstract science. I don't need to argue too much about mathematics as a discipline because I did my first degree in mathematics so I know what it entails.

I didn't say Biostatistics is not in the department of public health or community health science, etc. I was just trying to tell you that mathematics and Biostatistics are kind of related because you will use all the mathematical and statistical skills you have learnt which makes a person with a degree in mathematics to be able cope in that department. Forget the fact that this department is in health science or public health.

Infact, a very strong background in Real Analysis is needed for this course. For Msc Biostatistics in usask, check this link https://grad.usask.ca/programs/biostatistics.php#Program

To the moniker Great342, please write a detailed SoP telling the VO the relationship between mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics and Biostatistics. I believe you have done some courses related to Biostatistics like statistical inference, linear regression, design of experiments etc. Tell the VO about these courses and how you develop interest in this field and you will get your TRV to study this course at graduate level.

**cheers**

Mcowubaba:

Mathematics uses the principles of abstraction and logic, therefore it is an abstract science . https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mathematics

Biostatistics as you already said includes design of biological experiments, collection, summarisation and analysis of data.
A knowledge in Health/Epidemiology is Absolutely required for Biostatistics.
Biostatistics as I said earlier simply deals with HEALTH DATA
Oga I never said Biostatistics is not related to Statistics, in your hastened effort to "correct" me, I guess you didn't read my summation properly.
I only compared Biostatistics and Mathematics which the subject in question did.

The person who asked the question is a Graduate of Mathematics who wants to apply for Biostatistics In University of Calgary not Saskatchewan.

Most schools wouldn't say that Biostatistics is a collaborative program between Mathematics and statistics.
Biostatistics is an Option/specialization in the field of Public Health/Community health/Epidemiology, it is not even a Course of its own in most cases, it is usually under the specialization in Epidemiology/Public Health.

The University of Alberta, University of Manitoba nd many others don't offer Biostatistics on its own, to do Biostatistics you will have to register for a Public Health program, then choose Biostatistics as a specialization.

I did Biostatistics for 3 years during my Baccalaureate program, I also did Mathematics at some point in my life, The are NOT the same thing AT ALL...
I also did Biostatistics during my Masters, Oga I know what I'm talking about.

I think you're the person who needs not just Google but also Wikipedia https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biostatistics

I only offer information to the best of my ability in this thread. I don't argue here. I argue only in Politics section
So don't expect any other reply from me on this issue.
Peace.

Ajibade105:
You are wrong bro. This person should be able to prepare a detailed SoP why he wanna do MSc Biostatistics. They prefer to admit a candidate with strong mathematical background. Who tell you say mathematics na abstract science?

University of Saskatchewan said it is a collaborative program between maths and stat. I believe other schools will say that too.

From my prediction, I think the above moniker is a medical student who doesn't know the relationship between applied mathematics or statistics and Biostatistics. Biostatistics includes design of biological experiments, collection, summarisation and analysis of data. Is the above not related to Statistics?

Google, please come to our aid ooo... Lol

Please put a detailed attention to drafting a self explanatory and convincing SoP if you are so determined at taking that course. There would always be a reason why you intend to take a particular program especially when its not exactly in line with your background education.
Pls guys lets try and abstain from challenging people's contributions or opinions..... most of the times they are simply just a guide... plss. People feel offended when you say they are wrong!
My advise; let's try and stay within our area or scope of study whenever we can..... of course there are reasons why i may want to change a career path but it's possible some VOs will just take it as that you are not consistent. And hook you on purpose of study!!.. then you'll be required to speak a lot more English on your sop truly... UK may not really challenge career change until when you are requesting visa extention for further studies but can you say the same here!?
My advise again.... just play by the rules!!
Regards.

Abeg make una stop this argument.

Applied on the 2 of Oct 2016....

I have not been asked to go for Medical..... Does it take much time?

emma4eva:
LIST OF TRV HOPEFULS (WINTER 2017)
1. Oladesuk: July 22nd, Red river college, online route. TRV APPROVED
2. Faroukfahima: June 28th, Adv Dip, Conestoga College,Paper Route
3. emma4eva : sept 4th, MEng. western university, online
4. anyachostan: sept 19th, university of Saskatchewan,Msc upfront medical, paper route.
5. Daarey: Aug 17th, University of Prince Edwrad Island, UG, Online DELAYED
6. Ajayi4: August 11, MA, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Paper Route. TRV APPROVED
7. nonny1: August 22, MSc, University of Saskatchewan, Paper route MEDICAL PASSED
8. bbwollex: Sept 22nd, Humber college PGC, paper route
9. temitopej: Sept 28th, Seneca College PGC, paper route
10. Mikymiko: October 19th, Masters, Brandon University, paper route MEDICALS PASSED
11. xyoung: October 21st, MEng, Uregina, Paper route
MEDICALS REQUEST.
12. realdrayne : October 20th, PGC, Lambton College, paper route, Upfront Medicals.
13. ramsol00: October 21st, Masters, University of New Brunswick , Online route.
14. Benstone : August 4th, MBA University of Regina, Paper Route.
15. RichardNnamdi: October 26, Humber college PGC, paper route.

16. BukiJaggz: May 19, Conestoga College PGC, online route. TRV APPROVED.

BukiJaggz:


16. BukiJaggz: May 19, Conestoga College PGC, online route. TRV APPROVED.

chai!!! Since may! There is God ooo

rallymento:
Applied on the 2 of Oct 2016....

I have not been asked to go for Medical..... Does it take much time?

What course and programme?

Mikymiko:


What course and programme?

PGC....Humber College....Winter 2017

oladesuk:
Hello Everyone,
Collected my passport today. I should leave early next year. Wishing everyone the very best.

congrats. and pray God's grace supersedes your every move.

same here too. applied on line and done biometrics on oct 11, 2016. No update or medicals call yet . programme is MASc Engineering program.

Mikymiko:


What course and programme?

same here too. applied on line and done biometrics on oct 11, 2016. No update or medicals call yet . programme is MASc Engineering program.

rallymento:
Applied on the 2 of Oct 2016....

I have not been asked to go for Medical..... Does it take much time?

OK,

ONE GOD SENT GAVE ME SUCCOUR HERE YESTERDAY ON THIS PLATFORM.

ANOTHER ONE WONT BE BAD.

I JUST HAVE TWO QUESTIONS, ANYONE WHO KNOWS BEST ON THE AMSWERS GOD WILL REWARD YOU.

1. I HAVE JUST FINISHED APPLYING TO BRANDON UNI, AND WAS GIVEN A DETAILED ATTACHED DOCUMENT ON HOW TO PAY 142 CANADIAN DOLLARS FOR THE APPLICATIONS, HOW DO I PROCEED FROM THERE?

2. WHAT AND WHAT DO I NEED TO COMPLETE MY APPLICATIONS AND GET MY ADMISSION LETTER FOR A MASTERS IN RURAL
DEVELOPMENT(MRD)?--- LIKE DOCUMENTS NEEDED OR ASKED FOR?

THANKS.

Go to their website and download the Documents checklist for MRD. Just know that you must include 2 Reference Letters (Academic or Work related), CV, Copy of degree certificate, Statement of Academic interests and Transcript (Official directly from your School). Check their website for detailed info as there could be new requirements. Best wishes.

tzipporah:
OK,

ONE GOD SENT GAVE ME SUCCOUR HERE YESTERDAY ON THIS PLATFORM.

ANOTHER ONE WONT BE BAD.

I JUST HAVE TWO QUESTIONS, ANYONE WHO KNOWS BEST ON THE AMSWERS GOD WILL REWARD YOU.

1. I HAVE JUST FINISHED APPLYING TO BRANDON UNI, AND WAS GIVEN A DETAILED ATTACHED DOCUMENT ON HOW TO PAY 142 CANADIAN DOLLARS FOR THE APPLICATIONS, HOW DO I PROCEED FROM THERE?

2. WHAT AND WHAT DO I NEED TO COMPLETE MY APPLICATIONS AND GET MY ADMISSION LETTER FOR A MASTERS IN RURAL
DEVELOPMENT(MRD)?--- LIKE DOCUMENTS NEEDED OR ASKED FOR?

THANKS.

Nony1:



Congrats

You are sure next in line! I'm gladly awaiting your good news.

Mikymiko:
Go to their website and download the Documents checklist for MRD. Just know that you must include 2 Reference Letters (Academic or Work related), CV, Copy of degree certificate, Statement of Academic interests and Transcript (Official directly from your School). Check their website for detailed info as there could be new requirements. Best wishes.

thanks

tzipporah:

thanks

can i get one reference letter from school and the other from work?

Austinpee4:

You are sure next in line! I'm gladly awaiting your good news.

Amen. Thanks

tzipporah:

can i get one reference letter from school and the other from work?

Yes

After they will say its only Trump that does not want Nigerians

holar2ge:
That isn't fair...my guy that gained admission into a Uni @China, they gave him Visa last week, it didn't take up to 2 days that they called him after doing interview..

This Canada people dey toy with Nigerians feelings..it's bad for one' health

LIST OF TRV HOPEFULS (WINTER 2017)
1. Oladesuk: July 22nd, Red river college, online route. TRV APPROVED
2. Faroukfahima: June 28th, Adv Dip, Conestoga College,Paper Route
3. emma4eva : sept 4th, MEng. western university, online
4. anyachostan: sept 19th, university of Saskatchewan,Msc upfront medical, paper route.
5. Daarey: Aug 17th, University of Prince Edwrad Island, UG, Online DELAYED
6. Ajayi4: August 11, MA, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Paper Route. TRV APPROVED
7. nonny1: August 22, MSc, University of Saskatchewan, Paper route MEDICAL PASSED
8. bbwollex: Sept 22nd, Humber college PGC, paper route
9. temitopej: Sept 28th, Seneca College PGC, paper route
10. Mikymiko: October 19th, Masters, Brandon University, paper route MEDICALS PASSED
11. xyoung: October 21st, MEng, Uregina, Paper route
MEDICALS REQUEST.
12. realdrayne : October 20th, PGC, Lambton College, paper route, Upfront Medicals.
13. ramsol00: October 21st, Masters, University of New Brunswick , Online route.
14. Benstone : August 4th, MBA University of Regina, Paper Route.
15. RichardNnamdi : October 26th, Humber college PGC, paper route.
16. Rallymento : October 2nd, Humber College, PGC.

UPDATE...
I CALLED VFS LAGOS OFFICE TODAY AT 11.00AM TODAY.
I ASKED WHY APPLICANTS ARE UNABLE TO TRACK THEIR APPLICATIONS. THE LADY APOLOGIZED AND SAID THE WEBSITE IS UNDER MAINTENANCE AND SAID WE SHOULD BE ABLE TO TRACK OUR APPLICATIONS BY THE END OF NOVEMBER 2016.
HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY...
MALIK

Forstbaby: July 29th, university of manitoba, online route. TRV approved /passport collected