Megziflips:
I'd like to get an opinion on how feasible chances are that one can get an admission to a research based masters program (especially in Computer Science/Engineering).

I've tried contacting a few professors to no relevant avail.

I've come to the understanding that unless you have a real concrete research proposal, efforts to directly contact potential supervisors will most likely be futile.

Has there been anyone in the forum who was successful in MSc. application without contacting a potential supervisor prior to applying (particularly in comp sci/eng)?

@michV @thesoj @yemdogg @Genius000 @QuantumMove01 your inputs will be appreciated.

Megziflips:
I'd like to get an opinion on how feasible chances are that one can get an admission to a research based masters program (especially in Computer Science/Engineering).

I've tried contacting a few professors to no relevant avail.

I've come to the understanding that unless you have a real concrete research proposal, efforts to directly contact potential supervisors will most likely be futile.

Has there been anyone in the forum who was successful in MSc. application without contacting a potential supervisor prior to applying (particularly in comp sci/eng)?

@michV @thesoj @yemdogg @Genius000 @QuantumMove01 your inputs will be appreciated.

Genius000:
Let me educate peeps here.

I have discussed this briefly before, let me elaborate.

As I said earlier, if you really have passion for research, even if you are admitted for M.Eng, you can always discuss with the Professors with similar research interest as yours, and your graduate Co-ordinator in your department. 9 out of 10 times if you are serious, and have performed well in the few courses you have taken, they will gladly accept you in all schools. YES ALL SCHOOLS. Graduate Studies is strictly for RESEARCH. M.Eng. is just an option created for people but it is not the idea behind graduate studies, M.Sc. is the real reason for Graduate Studies.

It is much more easier to discuss this research thing in Canada than sending anonymous mails hoping for a response. In Canada, you book an appointment and discuss directly with the Professor.

In the University of Regina, you can easily change your Masters route from M.Eng. to M.Sc. Cost just $50CAD.

It is so easy when you come to Canada. Get your visa, trust me if you want M.Sc. It is a piece of cake once you do the right things.

So you have difficulty contacting a supervisor?

Solution: Apply for M.Eng. Come in, then you do what is right. if you are a research inclined person, you will have a sweet transition.

Also note that not all schools provide funding immediately for M.Sc. So if your reason for choosing M.Sc. is not because of your passion for research but MONEY, you may be dissapointed.

yorex2011:
When contacting potential supervisors, is it good to attach transcripts and cvs in the first mail, cos i read somewhere that first mail should be brief and without attachments

QuantumMove01:


I stand to be corrected on this by other members of this thread but I believe it is imperative you attach those important docs (transcript, cv and possibly statement of result and publication)

Yes the email should be brief, precise but should also be detailed (that is why no space for informal greetings)
If the supervisor is interested in you after reading the email then how does he assess your academic prowess without your transcript? I believe those docs can be attached in the first email.

However there is no stringent rule for obtaining a supervisor, we can only advice based on our personal experience and that of other people.

Just put in your best, rejections might come but never give up. All the best.

"Open to other members for their two cent support or constructive criticism".

michV:
anticipate positive TRV approval at the end.the mail for additional document is a success in addition to the medical mail.original statement of result can surface which is duly signed by the registrar.approaching toward approval, CIC will request a new offer letter so start now to bother your school.

*TRV Doc*

Megziflips:
I'd like to get an opinion on how feasible chances are that one can get an admission to a research based masters program (especially in Computer Science/Engineering).

I've tried contacting a few professors to no relevant avail.

I've come to the understanding that unless you have a real concrete research proposal, efforts to directly contact potential supervisors will most likely be futile.

Has there been anyone in the forum who was successful in MSc. application without contacting a potential supervisor prior to applying (particularly in comp sci/eng)?

@michV @thesoj @yemdogg @Genius000 @QuantumMove01 your inputs will be appreciated.

gkgraphics:
Good evening everyone,
I just received a mail from CIC to add my degree or diploma certificate to the documents I uploaded before
Also I got a request to for medicals too
My questions
Will they accept my statement of result instead of certificate since lautech has been on strike for 8 months now
Does the medical request mean anything about my chances of getting the permit since school resumed on 9th of January

QuantumMove01:


I stand to be corrected on this by other members of this thread but I believe it is imperative you attach those important docs (transcript, cv and possibly statement of result and publication)

Yes the email should be brief, precise but should also be detailed (that is why no space for informal greetings)
If the supervisor is interested in you after reading the email then how does he assess your academic prowess without your transcript? I believe those docs can be attached in the first email.

However there is no stringent rule for obtaining a supervisor, we can only advice based on our personal experience and that of other people.

Just put in your best, rejections might come but never give up. All the best.

"Open to other members for their two cent support or constructive criticism".

Megziflips:
I'd like to get an opinion on how feasible chances are that one can get an admission to a research based masters program (especially in Computer Science/Engineering).

I've tried contacting a few professors to no relevant avail.

I've come to the understanding that unless you have a real concrete research proposal, efforts to directly contact potential supervisors will most likely be futile.

Has there been anyone in the forum who was successful in MSc. application without contacting a potential supervisor prior to applying (particularly in comp sci/eng)?

@michV @thesoj @yemdogg @Genius000 @QuantumMove01 your inputs will be appreciated.

vvvvvvvvvvvvvvv:
Hello Guru,

I need your candid advise as usual.

My sponsor l which is my mum name documentation is not all uniform.

In her int. passport, she didn't include her husband name she used her own surname

On my birth certificate, her husbands name is with her name and her own surname is not dere.

On some other document, the two surnames are used together.

But at least one of the surnames (hers or her husband own) is always used.

So am scared will CIC not think it's fraud that they r different people..how can I handle this without it having issues.

Thanks.

Megziflips:


From your other answers, I have a general sense of your profile and I'm almost certain you'd face visa rejection if you go for a PGD/PGC program. No disrespect and I wish not to discourage you.

You have very strong qualifications and I'm quite certain you'd have a realistic shot at most master's programs.

First I'd answer your question then I'd give a suggestion.



Look at the following schools:
Ryerson University - Master of Science in Management
University of Windsor - Master in Management

Both institutions do not require GMAT/GRE and their application is still open, so if you act fast you can make it in time. Although, the strong deadline to be considered for scholarship at Ryerson has passed, and Windsor doesn't offer scholarships for their stated program.

So application to these programs are advisable if you're willing to fund yourself.


On the other hand, my suggestion:
Like I earlier mentioned, you have a good profile and you have solid chances of getting into many (funded) programs. In comparison to the hefty fees you'd have to pay as tuition, the price for the GRE/GMAT exam is negligible, and if you can increase your chance at a fully funded program by foregoing that cost, it'll be penny wise pound foolish not to.
I'd suggest you write the GMAT/GRE exam and try for some of the research management programs from which you can procure funding.


Hope this will be off help to you, and good luck.

Eraytee:

well said, but i'd have a clarification to the bolded, pls you cant be so sure of that.

Megziflips:


Thank you for pointing that out. If you re-read what I wrote in the bolded text you referenced, you'll see I qualified it with the word "almost".

I know SOP plays an important role in the application process and all, but in some cases it's just near impossible to convince through an SOP.

For example, if I had a Master's degree in a certain course, how possible do you think it will be to convince the embassy to grant me visa for a bachelor's degree in that same course?

Like I also said, I took my time to read the OP's other posts before giving a feedback, and if you did same you'll find that OP has a Bsc Accounting, full member of both ACCA and CPA Canada, work experience of 4years and is aged 28.
I think we should call a spade a spade so people won't waste their time and money.
The OP's qualifications is already higher than a PGD/C, and that being the case, he'll almost certainly be rejected.
I know my answer is quite blunt and candid, but I'm just being factual so he's well aware of his chances.
Better to apply to an appropriate program than to apply to an inappropriate program and then try to convince the embassy.
Prevention is better than cure.

tysaxmalomo:




sponsorship from your fiance will be okay as long as the person is willing to write a sponsorship letter and also state in the letter why the person decided to do same on your behalf, since you are not legally married under the law yet. An affidavit stating that the said fiance will also be taking care of all the requirements as regards funds during your stay is also going to go a long way and finally in my opinion to show commitment to the sponsorship, the person may pay part/all the tuition fees required, and also send some money to your account making sure the narration reads for either living and feeding expenses and in the narration.


please note i am no guru, im an ordinary admission seeker and all i have stated has been what i have read on here.

solex75ms:
Good morning house, am new to this forum and would need advise from the gurus. I just got a conditional admission to a college for BSC Nursing for Fall 2017 admission. My questions are:
1.What are my chances of getting my TRV haven already graduate with a BSC some years back
2.Will it not be too early if i start my application now?
3. What are the things i need to do to aid my TRV approval

yemdogg:


Very possible...If you can be strategic about it.

tysaxmalomo:


i am not a guru, but here is my question and then my view on what to do

is there any reason to the changes in surname on many official documents ??

i mean divorce, annulment?
if none,

swear an Affidavit before a Notary Public and submit, detailing that the person with all the different formats of surnames are the same person and that she will like to be known as ( whatever the person chooses) and she should stick to that in all her official documents and all.....