THIS IS MY APPROVAL STORY.

I applied to Brock University in Canada to study MA Critical Sociology. Fortunately, I received admission with funding of $23,000 covering my tuition.
Before then let me state that I am 37years old and had over 10 years study gap. When I decided to apply I was scared,because I had not travelled before and there was no personal assets to declare.
I decided to go for an upfront medical
On the 1st of May I went for my medicals the first nurse noticed i had high blood pressure, I had to conduct more medical examinations.
Finally on the 10th May I submitted my application. Here are the documents I submitted

My degree certificate
Proficiency certificate
Attestation
Transcript from uni
Waec and testimonial
Birth cert for my kids
Sponsorship letter from my brother
Statement of accounts
Company registeration
Letter from the school I am a research fellow
Letter from my supervisor in Canada
A one paged SOP
Passports

This is all I remember. Let me add that sometimes God works in mysterious ways.

Here is my timeline again

Upfront medical. 1st May
Submission. 10th May
Medical passed 17th May
Eligibility and background checks started on the 17th May
Biometric mail. 21st May
Approval mail. 22nd May
Resumption date. Sept 2019


One thing that helped me was that, during this period i decided to put all my trust in God and he never disappointed me.

To those still waiting, pls be prayerful, sometimes it is more than what meets the eye.
To those who have been refused, take your time and reapply and put God at the centre.

We will get there. Anybody going to Brock here?

In proving evidence of job, what and what should I attach to my application for study visa. I am thinking of adding a reference letter, letter of recommendation and study leave, pay slips (if applicable). My reference letter will detail my job scope, how much I earn and how many hours I work on a full time or part time basis right? While the recommendation contain the purpose of my traveling right? Pls I hope adding all thses 3 letters will not be superfluous?

Hello Gurus in the house Frank,Justmellow,Bracha and other gurus I have a question,

I am going for a year PGD course in George Brown college, I am a self sponsored applicant my employer is acting as a co-sponsor and they stated in their sponsorship letter that they will sponsor me with 6 million naira but the SOA they printed has a balance of just 6.1M with good inflow and outflow. Will this fly owing the balance is abit small and they said they won't make any transfer to my personal account until my visa is approved.

Please i need answers thank you

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Thanks,

Am here now, think God.

The language condition for the PGD course I applied for is that you can show a proof that you did your first bachelor's degree in English language if you don't have Toelf or IELTS. My question is: do I need toel or IELTS for visa application or I can make do with what I used for the school

You don't need IELTS or TOEFL for your visa application.

glopatra:
The language condition for the PGD course I applied for is that you can show a proof that you did your first bachelor's degree in English language if you don't have Toelf or IELTS. My question is: do I need toel or IELTS for visa application or I can make do with what I used for the school

Hello, I'm not a guru but here's what I think; If your employers sponsor you with 6 million it means they will have 100 thousand naira left. This is barely enough to run a company. This will raise a red flag. Also if they eventually decide to transfer the money to you, they will have to explain explicitly why they are investing in you.

For that SOA to fly the balance has to be a lot more than that; given that it is a company account.

Amahjosh:
Hello Gurus in the house Frank,Justmellow,Bracha and other gurus I have a question,

I am going for a year PGD course in George Brown college, I am a self sponsored applicant my employer is acting as a co-sponsor and they stated in their sponsorship letter that they will sponsor me with 6 million naira but the SOA they printed has a balance of just 6.1M with good inflow and outflow. Will this fly owing the balance is abit small and they said they won't make any transfer to my personal account until my visa is approved.

Please i need answers thank you

You're right on track. An Introduction Letter, an employment letter, contract offer (If Applicable) & Pay slip should do. A reference letter and a recommendation letter are one and the same, also the details of your job, how much you earn and the time you put in should be in your employment letter or offer letter.

Most people don't like to include a study leave letter (P.S I included it) but if you must make sure the course you intend to study is in line with your current job role.

Good luck.

chisongozi:
In proving evidence of job, what and what should I attach to my application for study visa. I am thinking of adding a reference letter, letter of recommendation and study leave, pay slips (if applicable). My reference letter will detail my job scope, how much I earn and how many hours I work on a full time or part time basis right? While the recommendation contain the purpose of my traveling right? Pls I hope adding all thses 3 letters will not be superfluous?

Naughtyvirgin:
Thanks so much ......
@Austacus kindly help comment on this once u come across it or anyone with an informed knowledge

I don't know which school is issuing your transcript. But I think student copy of transcript do come with inscription " certified student copy" on it. For me, this is sufficient. It worked for me.

I hope this helps.

I think you can actually work after you have registered as a student even if classes has not started. I have a friend who went since feb and has been working and just started classes this May. He couldn't meet up with the first resumption, but travelled and settled in since february.

Tlontin:

But you can’t work until school start I learnt and I also heard that going earlier( more than two month before resumption) isn’t a good idea. You might need to make your researc.

Bracha:
The 100cad is okay.

For certification of transcripts, I don't know how that can be done. Austacus could you please help out here.
Thank you.

Go to a notary public in your areas and certify your transcript if you have already obtained the students copy because your school will not give you original copy or you ask them to send direct to the school that is the most authentic.

Good morning everyone. Pls how do I prove ownership of a building when I don't have C of O. Is 'survey plan' and 'power of attorney' enough

Oganammuo:
Good morning everyone. Pls how do I prove ownership of a building when I don't have C of O. Is 'survey plan' and 'power of attorney' enough

You can submit the deed of conveyance and the land survey plan

Opana1:
THIS IS MY APPROVAL STORY.

I applied to Brock University in Canada to study MA Critical Sociology. Fortunately, I received admission with funding of $23,000 covering my tuition.
Before then let me state that I am 37years old and had over 10 years study gap. When I decided to apply I was scared,because I had not travelled before and there was no personal assets to declare.
I decided to go for an upfront medical
On the 1st of May I went for my medicals the first nurse noticed i had high blood pressure, I had to conduct more medical examinations.
Finally on the 10th May I submitted my application. Here are the documents I submitted

My degree certificate
Proficiency certificate
Attestation
Transcript from uni
Waec and testimonial
Birth cert for my kids
Sponsorship letter from my brother
Statement of accounts
Company registeration
Letter from the school I am a research fellow
Letter from my supervisor in Canada
A one paged SOP
Passports

This is all I remember. Let me add that sometimes God works in mysterious ways.

Here is my timeline again

Upfront medical. 1st May
Submission. 10th May
Medical passed 17th May
Eligibility and background checks started on the 17th May
Biometric mail. 21st May
Approval mail. 22nd May
Resumption date. Sept 2019


One thing that helped me was that, during this period i decided to put all my trust in God and he never disappointed me.

To those still waiting, pls be prayerful, sometimes it is more than what meets the eye.
To those who have been refused, take your time and reapply and put God at the centre.

We will get there. Anybody going to Brock here?

Congratulations ,ur's is so fast oo

Thank you for sharing

Opana1:
THIS IS MY APPROVAL STORY.

I applied to Brock University in Canada to study MA Critical Sociology. Fortunately, I received admission with funding of $23,000 covering my tuition.
Before then let me state that I am 37years old and had over 10 years study gap. When I decided to apply I was scared,because I had not travelled before and there was no personal assets to declare.
I decided to go for an upfront medical
On the 1st of May I went for my medicals the first nurse noticed i had high blood pressure, I had to conduct more medical examinations.
Finally on the 10th May I submitted my application. Here are the documents I submitted

My degree certificate
Proficiency certificate
Attestation
Transcript from uni
Waec and testimonial
Birth cert for my kids
Sponsorship letter from my brother
Statement of accounts
Company registeration
Letter from the school I am a research fellow
Letter from my supervisor in Canada
A one paged SOP
Passports

This is all I remember. Let me add that sometimes God works in mysterious ways.

Here is my timeline again

Upfront medical. 1st May
Submission. 10th May
Medical passed 17th May
Eligibility and background checks started on the 17th May
Biometric mail. 21st May
Approval mail. 22nd May
Resumption date. Sept 2019


One thing that helped me was that, during this period i decided to put all my trust in God and he never disappointed me.

To those still waiting, pls be prayerful, sometimes it is more than what meets the eye.
To those who have been refused, take your time and reapply and put God at the centre.

We will get there. Anybody going to Brock here?

Awuuga:
You don't need IELTS or TOEFL for your visa application.

Thank you

PPR.

Just dropped now.
June 21st 2018 applicant.
More details about my application will follow soon. On my way to VFS Abuja to submit. 5mins drive from my office

ralfudoh:
PPR.

Just dropped now.
June 21st 2018 applicant.
More details about my application will follow soon. On my way to VFS Abuja to submit. 5mins drive from my office

OSHEY!!! Happy for you boss...!!!.... Congratulations!!

ralfudoh:
PPR.

Just dropped now.
June 21st 2018 applicant.
More details about my application will follow soon. On my way to VFS Abuja to submit. 5mins drive from my office

Congrats!!! we await your profile

ralfudoh:
PPR.

Just dropped now.
June 21st 2018 applicant.
More details about my application will follow soon. On my way to VFS Abuja to submit. 5mins drive from my office

Wow! After 12 months! You deserved it for your patience. Congratulations bro

Hello Gurus in the house,

I am posting this for my cousin who was just delayed. The only reason stated for the delay was that the admission letter has expired. I will appreciate any useful information from the house on how to address this. The school resumption and last date for registration was stated on the admission letter as May 17, 2019, but CIC didn't take a decision on the application until that deadline passed and they rejected it. Her application also went beyond the processing time, and she sent CSE severally to notify them after 9 weeks of normal processing has passed to inform them of the impending deadline. Her upfront medicals was updated as passed since April 5, 2019 too, and rejection letter came in yesterday (May 23, 2019).

This was what was indicated in the letter:

Thank you for your interest in studying in Canada. After careful review of your study permit application and supporting documentation, I have determined that your application does not meet the requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR). I am refusing your application on the following grounds:

• Your letter of acceptance, required by subsection 219(1) of the Regulations, has expired. If your acceptance is renewed/extended, consideration may be given to reconsidering your decision.

You are welcome to reapply if you feel that you can respond to these concerns and can demonstrate that your situation meets the requirements. All new applications must be accompanied by a new processing fee.

Below is her timeline of application:

Application submitted online (with upfront medicals): Jan 21, 2019
Biometrics: Jan 22, 2019
Medical passed: April 5, 2019
Correspondence for delay: May 23, 2019).

She has informed the school today to see if an extended admission letter can be issued for September term, but we are interested in ways/how to reopen this application, and not reapply completely, if that is possible.

Thank you in anticipation of your response(s).

Frankrobbn1:


I received your PM, I'll respond at my own pace. Thanks

No problem. Thank you

Hello all,
I'm not so frequent on this platform so forgive me if i ask questions to that which has already been discussed. Please who has heard of TSOM here (Toronto School of Management). i applied online and was given a partial scholarship. How would one know if the school is legit? if they offer student loans and Accommodation. If there's anyone here that has attended the school or knows someone who has, i would be very grateful if you can assist in any way possible. thanks

Amahjosh:
Hello Gurus in the house Frank,Justmellow,Bracha and other gurus I have a question,

I am going for a year PGD course in George Brown college, I am a self sponsored applicant my employer is acting as a co-sponsor and they stated in their sponsorship letter that they will sponsor me with 6 million naira but the SOA they printed has a balance of just 6.1M with good inflow and outflow. Will this fly owing the balance is abit small and they said they won't make any transfer to my personal account until my visa is approved.

Please i need answers thank you

If you plan on staying back then a one year program will only guarantee you 8months-1yr work permit. A 2 year program would have been great. Also VOs are usually skeptical about 1 year programs they sometimes feel people are trying to use it to immigrate to canada hence, they might feel you are not a bonafide student.

Lastly, no VO will believe a company will sponsor you to that tune!!!! Why would they want to do that. There isn't any reasonable explanation to that. I mean is your father, mother or relative a director there? Even at that there are business expenses to contain among others!!!

Hi guys, just stumbled upon this thread, I’m interested in a Canadian pgd. Please I’d like to ask, is it worth it to get a travel consultant to handle my application process? Or should I save money and do it myself? Pls i need some honest opinions. It seems there are knowledgeable people here and a lot of information to look back on.

chisongozi:
In proving evidence of job, what and what should I attach to my application for study visa. I am thinking of adding a reference letter, letter of recommendation and study leave, pay slips (if applicable). My reference letter will detail my job scope, how much I earn and how many hours I work on a full time or part time basis right? While the recommendation contain the purpose of my traveling right? Pls I hope adding all thses 3 letters will not be superfluous?

Letter of employment, letter of introduction and leave letter will do. You can also attach work ID card and pay slips if you have.

Congrats bro, This PR is supposed to come with Permanent Residential permit for the 12months of waiting

ralfudoh:
PPR.

Just dropped now.
June 21st 2018 applicant.
More details about my application will follow soon. On my way to VFS Abuja to submit. 5mins drive from my office

bimmie85:
Hello Gurus in the house,

I am posting this for my cousin who was just delayed. The only reason stated for the delay was that the admission letter has expired. I will appreciate any useful information from the house on how to address this. The school resumption and last date for registration was stated on the admission letter as May 17, 2019, but CIC didn't take a decision on the application until that deadline passed and they rejected it. Her application also went beyond the processing time, and she sent CSE severally to notify them after 9 weeks of normal processing has passed to inform them of the impending deadline. Her upfront medicals was updated as passed since April 5, 2019 too, and rejection letter came in yesterday (May 23, 2019).

This was what was indicated in the letter:

Thank you for your interest in studying in Canada. After careful review of your study permit application and supporting documentation, I have determined that your application does not meet the requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR). I am refusing your application on the following grounds:

• Your letter of acceptance, required by subsection 219(1) of the Regulations, has expired. If your acceptance is renewed/extended, consideration may be given to reconsidering your decision.

You are welcome to reapply if you feel that you can respond to these concerns and can demonstrate that your situation meets the requirements. All new applications must be accompanied by a new processing fee.

Below is her timeline of application:

Application submitted online (with upfront medicals): Jan 21, 2019
Biometrics: Jan 22, 2019
Medical passed: April 5, 2019
Correspondence for delay: May 23, 2019).

She has informed the school today to see if an extended admission letter can be issued for September term, but we are interested in ways/how to reopen this application, and not reapply completely, if that is possible.

Thank you in anticipation of your response(s).

Woow! This was an approval if only u submitted an updated admission letter

Pardon me to say this but I feel your cousin was at fault of not differing the admission immediately, you entered the month of April or May....though normally cic should have asked for an updated admission letter but you were meant to apply for an extended updated admission letter and info cic via mail or webform that you have contacted this school about the new admission letter... cic would definitely hold on...

But as of now...I think wat u can do is reapply with the updated admission and with the exact docs u applied with initially. on your Loe, explain that you have included an updated admission letter...thats all u need to tackle the refusal reason...

Finally, introduce your cousin to this forum....let him/her be educated

aIIkae:
Hi guys, just stumbled upon this thread, I’m interested in a Canadian pgd. Please I’d like to ask, is it worth it to get a travel consultant to handle my application process? Or should I save money and do it myself? Pls i need some honest opinions. It seems there are knowledgeable people here and a lot of information to look back on.

You can get enough information here. And whatever it is you don't understand you can always ask.

Hints:
1. Go for a post graduate program and not any random diploma or certificate.

2. Go for a 2 year program.

3. If you have a good undergraduate cgpa seek programs in universities. That will aid your transition to other programs in the future.

4. Have a good sponsor and if it's a 3rd part sponsor then do well to prove the relationship.

5. Provided proper details and documents to back your study gaps.

6. You need a well detailed sop also. All the best. ...

aIIkae:
Hi guys, just stumbled upon this thread, I’m interested in a Canadian pgd. Please I’d like to ask, is it worth it to get a travel consultant to handle my application process? Or should I save money and do it myself? Pls i need some honest opinions. It seems there are knowledgeable people here and a lot of information to look back on.

You are welcome brotherly, I will encourage you to do this yourself....everybody here did his or her by themselves..all you need to do is google "pgd schools that offer the course you have in mind and that's related to your previous degree and work experience " . den as u wait for the admission of such a school, u settle down and read from thread 14 to this present page to gain knowledge of all you need...I can confidently tell you dat the info u gain here, the visa consultant knows lil to nothing about them...

My 2kobo

OptimusPrime21:
Please for those writing sops, you need your sop to be in bullet form with each talking about a certain aspect...
no1 should start with your introduction/background...you full name, date of birth, where you are from, name of your family...where they are from....i see sops with no introductions, no format...just go straight to I am dis, I did this here, I have certificate in this, bla bla bla...thats why vo use vague cos it's vague.

No 2, talk about why you are doing so so course...this is where you try to align your previous degree with wat your intended course, pick some courses in your final year or 3rd year to align with it. Also here is where u talk about your experience, what you have been doing after your degree that pushed u to wanna do so so course. This is where u need to be very very very CONVINCING. Spend more time here than any other place...

No3 and 4, should talk about why canada and why so so school... Google can do that for u...

No5 should be titled Travel history.. here even if u have not left naija before since you were born..you just tell the vo, you haven't been opportune to travel outside of Nigeria before but I have had the chance to travel to (name all the states you have gone to), which gave me the opportunity to experience different cultures and traditions, visit different places. Each time I travelled,[b]I always respected and obeyed the laws, rules and regulations[/b]of the state/country and always returned home because there's no place like home (Nigeria/state).

No 6, the home ties... here pls try to list all the full names of your family and their respective date of birth starting from your dad wat he does, to the last person in the family where all of you are from again. This saves the vo time to start checking for their birth certificates...

Finally, Your plans after studies, this is where you need to actually show you have a plan or something that you tend to offer to Nigeria wen you return (new ideas to improve the economy or employment for people, it can be anything so long it's realistic and possible). This aspect actually helps you to avoid purpose of visit in a way....

If you noticed I didn't include anything concerning how much I have in my account or my sponors cos I believe as long as I submitted a bank statement the vo should look at it there...this avoids the vo focusing so much on how much I am making or have...

Others might have done something different (sops) and got their approvals, but this is how I did mine..you might find it risky, you might not but it worked for me.. also try to grow the habit of praying cos that's the juju you have over the vo...

My 2kobo

Excellent and very helpful. At least one could borrow a cue from this.